ZTE MF591
HSPA+ USB Modem
User Manual
ZTE CORPORATION
NO. 55, Hi-tech Road South, ShenZhen, P.R.China
Postcode: 518057
Tel: (86) 755 26779999
URL: http://www.zte.com.cn
E-mail: mobile@zte.com.cn
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Version No. : R1.0
Edition Time : 2010.05
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Contents
Modem Introduction ............................................................................................................. 1
Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 1
Applicability Scope ........................................................................................................... 1
System Requirements ........................................................................................................ 1
Specification...................................................................................................................... 1
Hardware Installation ............................................................................................................ 3
Outline and Parts ............................................................................................................... 3
Hardware Installation ........................................................................................................ 3
Connecting to Your Computer .......................................................................................... 4
Software Installation ............................................................................................................. 6
Installation ......................................................................................................................... 6
Run the Application Software ........................................................................................... 7
Safe removal from your system ........................................................................................ 7
Uninstall ............................................................................................................................ 7
Function & Operation ........................................................................................................... 9
Interface Introduction ........................................................................................................ 9
Main Interface ............................................................................................................... 9
Description of Mini Icons ........................................................................................... 10
Internet ............................................................................................................................ 11
Connecting to Internet ................................................................................................. 11
Disconnecting from Internet ....................................................................................... 11
Internet Connection Log ............................................................................................. 11
SMS ................................................................................................................................. 12
Creating a New SMS................................................................................................... 13
Reading SMS .............................................................................................................. 13
SMS Interface Operating Guide .................................................................................. 14
Phonebook ....................................................................................................................... 14
Creating a New Group ................................................................................................ 15
Creating a New Contact .............................................................................................. 15
Searching for a Contact ............................................................................................... 15
Sending SMS to a Contact .......................................................................................... 15
Phonebook Interface Operating Guide ........................................................................ 16
Settings ............................................................................................................................ 16
Security Settings ......................................................................................................... 16
Connection Settings .................................................................................................... 17
Network Settings ......................................................................................................... 17
Message Settings ......................................................................................................... 18
Alert Settings .............................................................................................................. 18
Help ................................................................................................................................. 18
FAQ & Answer ................................................................................................................... 19
Warning and Notice ............................................................................................................ 21
To the owner ................................................................................................................... 21
Using your USB Modem ................................................................................................ 21
Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................ 21
Limitation of Liability ..................................................................................................... 22
How to get help ............................................................................................................... 22
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Supports most types of laptop and desktop PC.
Operating systems supported
Windows XP, Vista, 7
MAC OS X
SMS service, Data service, Applications management,support microSD card, etc.
HSPA+/HSUPA/HSDPA/WCDMA/EDGE/GPRS/GSM
Modem Introduction
Introduction
The ZTE USB modem is a multi-mode USB modem, working in
HSPA+/HSUPA/HSDPA/WCDMA/EDGE/GPRS/GSM networks. With USB interface connecting to a
laptop or a desktop PC, it integrates the functionality of a modem and a mobile phone (SMS), and
combines mobile communication with Internet perfectly. It supports data and SMS services through the
mobile phone network, enabling you to communicate anytime and anywhere.
Applicability Scope
The Modem device supports main types of laptops and desktop PCs, such as HP, IBM, Toshiba, Lenovo,
Dell, Founder, etc.
System Requirements
The performance of the modem may be negatively influenced if configuration is below the recommended
requirements.
Windows Operating System
Windows XP /Vista /7
Hardware configuration (Recommended):
• CPU: 500MHz Pentium or above
• Hard Disk: 20 GB or above
• RAM: 128 MB or above
Apple MAC Operating System
Operating System: Version 10.4, 10.5, 10.6
• CPU: PowerPC or Intel
• Processor: 500M or above
• Memory: 128M or above
Specification
The following table shows the specification of your device.
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HSDPA: 7.2Mbps DL
HSPA+: 21Mbps DL
Support up to 16GB microSD card
Notes:
microSD logo is a trademark.
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Hardware Installation
Outline and Parts
The following figure shows the appearance of the MF591. It is only for your reference. The actual product
may be different.
1. Indicator
2. Front Cover
3. USB Connector
4. microSD card slot
5. SIM/USIM card slot
Hardware Installation
1. Put finger on the bottom finger grip, and then lift the cover of the modem to release and remove.
Notes:
Do not open the cover rudely so as to avoid the damage of the cover.
2. Insert the SIM/USIM card with the metal contact area facing downwards into the slot, shown as the
following picture.
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3. Insert your microSD card into the microSD card slot, shown as the following picture.
Notes:
This modem only supports microSD card.
4. Put the cover of the modem flatly upon the body of modem. Direct the cover towards the locking
catches on the sides of the modem and push the cover of the modem to lock the cover into its place.
Connecting to Your Computer
1. Rotate the USB connector and plug the USB connector into your computer’s USB port. Make sure that
it is tightly inserted.
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2. The OS automatically detects and recognizes new hardware and starts the installation wizard.