HUAWEI E5573 Wi-Fi Router

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HUAWEI E5573 Wi-Fi Router

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Key Features & Specifications
Setting up your Device Name for First Time Use
Troubleshooting

Key Features & Specifications:

Features:

• Wi-Fi hotspot
• 4G enabled
• Connects up to 10 Wi-Fi enabled devices
• Micro SD card slot
• 1500mAH battery

Specifications:

• Memory: 0GB
• Battery Life: Up to 4 operating hours (Up to 300 hours standby)
• Speeds: Maximum Download Speed: Up to 150.0 Mbps /Maximum Upload Speed: Up to 50.0 Mbps
• Size and Weight: 94mm x 58mm x 15mm and 75g
• Compatibility:
  Microsoft Windows (Version when connected via USB Cable)
  Mac OS (Version when connected via USB Cable)

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Setting up your Huawei E5573 for first time use

Step 1: Insert your SIM Card & Battery

1. Remove the back cover of your Mobile Wi-Fi.
2. Insert your SIM into the card holder.
3. Insert your battery.
4. Replace the back cover. Your Mobile Wi-Fi is now ready to be charged.

Step 2: Charging your device
To charge your Mobile Wi-Fi for the first time, connect your device to one of the chargers and plug it into a plug socket or the USB port on your computer.

Step 3: Turning on your device

1. Press and hold down the power key for two seconds.
2. Your device should automatically connect to the Three network and turn on the Wi-Fi signal.
3. It usually takes at least a minute to connect to the network. 

Step 4: Connecting to the Internet via Wi-Fi

1: Recording the SSID and Wi-Fi key.
The default SSID and Wi-Fi key are printed on the E5573’s bottom label.

2: Establish a Wi-Fi connection.

Connecting a PC to Mobile Wi-Fi (Windows)

1. Turn on your device.
2. Move your cursor to the top or bottom right corner to see the side menu. Select Settings.
3. Click the Network icon.
4. Select your device name (SSID) from the list. This came in the box with your device and it's printed inside the device battery cover.
5. Click Connect.
6. Enter your password when prompted. This also came in the box with your device and is printed inside its battery cover. Click Next.
7. You will be asked if you want to turn on sharing between computers connected to the device. You will now be connected to your device.

Connecting a Mac to Mobile Wi-Fi

1. Turn on your device.
2. Click the Airport icon on the toolbar at the top of your Mac Screen.
3. Select your device name from the list. The name of your network came in the box with your device and it's printed inside the device battery cover. Click Select.
4. Enter your password when asked. This also came in the box with your device and is printed inside its battery cover. Click OK.
5. Click Close. Your Mac should now be connected to your device.

Connecting an iPad to Mobile Wi-Fi

1. On the home screen, tap Settings.
2. Tap Wi-Fi.
3. Turn Wi-Fi ON then tap your device name (SSID) from the Choose a Network list. This came in the box with your device and it's printed inside the device battery cover. If you can't see the name, check your device is turned on by pressing the power button.
4. On the security screen, enter your password. This came in the box with your device and is printed inside its battery cover. You should now be able to connect to the internet.

Step 3: Configuring the E5573

1. After the computer or laptop is connected to the E5530, open up a browser window, and enter http://192.168.1.1 in the address box.
2. Enter the user name and password to log in to the web management page.
   • Username: admin.
   • Password: admin
3. Follow the quick setup wizard to check or set network parameters step by step. For details, see the help information on the web management page.

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Troubleshooting

How do I reset my settings?

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If you are experiencing any issues connecting to your modem, we suggest that you reset it.

To do this and return it to its default settings, turn on the modem, use a pin and press and hold the ‘Reset' button for 5 seconds. The ‘Reset' button can be found on the inside of the modem below the power key.

The modem will automatically switch off and then back on. Once it is rebooted, it will have been reset to its default settings.

I’m having problems using my Wi-Fi key.

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If your Wi-Fi key wasn’t accepted try the following tips;

• Remember that when you enter the password (Wi-Fi key) for your Wi-Fi modem, type it without a space between the eight characters, for example, 79E49E05, not 79E4 9E05.
• If you need to check your password – it is normally on your Wi-Fi modem underneath the battery. It is printed next to the SIM card slot.

How can I improve the wireless range between my Wi-Fi modem and computer?

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The strength of signal will vary depending on where you are, the weather conditions, even the construction of a building! If you need a stronger signal strength and faster download speeds, here are some things you can try:

• Try not to put the Wi-Fi modem on the floor or behind a sofa, as this can reduce the strength of the wireless signals. Put it on a table or other flat surface instead.
• Try to locate the Wi-Fi modem in a central position in the house.
• If your Wi-Fi modem is on the ground floor and you are having a problem picking up the signal upstairs, put the modem on a shelf.
• Move the Wi-Fi modem away from the computer and any other appliances that can cause electrical interference.
• Move your wireless devices away from any appliances or objects that can cause interference, such as microwave ovens, metal sheets, cordless phones, cordless keyboards and computer mice. If you think one of these appliances may be causing interference, switch it off or move it to see if it is the cause.
• If interference seems to happen randomly, check if other appliances – a microwave oven, for example, are being used at the same time that the interference occurs.
  Laptops with built-in wireless adapters typically perform poorer than external wireless adapters, so you may want to use an external USB wireless adapter to improve performance.

How can I improve my Wi-Fi internet speed and signal strength?

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The strength of the signal will vary depending on where you are, weather conditions and the construction of the building.

If you need a stronger signal strength and faster download speeds, here are some things you can try:

• To make sure you get the best signal, treat your dongle like an aerial. Consider the positioning! (An upstairs room will be better than one in a basement flat).
•  When indoors, try to have the Wi-Fi modem near a window. This can also help to improve the signal strength of your connection.
• Some rooms get a stronger signal than others, depending on the thickness of the walls. The more windows in the room, the better.
• Use Three’s coverage checker to check out the quality of service that you can expect in your area.

I’m having connection problems.

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If you are having connection problems or you have forgotten your password or PIN, you should reset your device.

To reset your device:

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Turn on your device.

Using a pin or paperclip, press and hold the Reset button until the screen switches off.
The device will automatically restart.

Your default settings will now be restored. You can find your device name (SSID) and Wi-Fi key printed on the battery cover or on the LCD screen.

I need to check signal strength.

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If you want to use your device to stream video, use Skype, or play games online, you will need to check that it is possible with your device and signal strength. You may not be able to play games online and use Skype if you don't have a strong signal. You will get the best performance if you have three bars or more on 3G or 4G.

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You can check your signal strength from these icons on your device's LCD screen:

• 4G – connected to our 4G network
• 3G – connected to our 3G network

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