D-LINK USB Modem User Manual 1
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Contents 1 Modem Introduction ....................................................5 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Introduction ........................................................ 5 Warning and Notice ......................................... 5 Applicability Scope .......................................... 8 System requirements ...................................... 8 Functions............................................................. 8 2 Installation ........................................................
3.5.2 Network Selection .................................................24 3.5.3 Preference Network ...............................................25 3.5.4 SMS Settings .........................................................25 3.5.5 Alert settings..........................................................26 3.5.6 Security Settings....................................................26 3.5.7 System Settings .....................错误！未定义书签。 3.5.8 Speed Manager ......................错误！未定义书签。 3.5.
1 Modem Introduction 1.1 Introduction Thank you for using D-LINK USB Modem. To guarantee the modem always in its best condition, please read this manual carefully and keep it for further use. The pictures, symbols and contents in this manual are just for your reference. They might not be completely identical with your modem. We operate a policy of continuous development. We reserve the right to update the technical specifications in this document at any time without prior notice.
places such as oil warehouses or chemical factories, where there are explosive gases or explosive products being processed. Therefore, turn off your modem if required. Don’t touch the inner antenna area if not necessary. Otherwise it will affect your modem’s performance. Store the modem out of the reach of little children. The modem may cause injury if used as a toy. Modem Please use original accessories or accessories that are authorized.
positions accepted by the FCC with the USB Modem transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the USB modem while operating can be well below the maximum value. This is because the USB modem is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the poser required to reach the network.
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: —Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. —Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. —Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. —Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. 1.
disable the SIM password protection; select Change PIN 1 to set a new PIN 1 code. Note: Three consecutive incorrect PIN 1 code entries will lock the SIM card. Then, the PUK code is needed to unlock the SIM card. The PIN 1 code and the PUK code may be provided to you together with the SIM card. If not, please contact with your network service provider. Please change it with your own private password as soon as possible.
password entries will lock the call restrictions service. Please contact network service provider to unlock it. 1.6Specification Interface Type USB 2.0 high speed Systems supported Supports most types of laptop and desktop PC. Operating systems supported Windows 2000, XP SP2, Vista Apple MAC OS X 10.3, 10.4, 10.5 Functions SMS service, Data service, Applications management, Data concurrent, support MicroSD card, etc.
2 Installation 2.1 Outline and Part Introduction 4 1 2 5 3 1 Indicator ○ It indicates your modem status. 2 Memory card slot (MicroSD card) ○ It is where you insert memory card (MicroSD card). 3 Modem cap ○ It helps your modem USB port when it is not used.
4 SIM/USIM card slot ○ It is where you insert the subscriber identity module/UMTS subscriber identity module (SIM/USIM) card 5 USB port ○ Connect your modem to the laptop or desktop computer. 2.2 Software Installation The system will automatically detect and recognize the new hardware and display the new icon in the desktop status bar, indicating that the computer and the USB Modem have been connected properly. After a few seconds, the system will launch the installation automatically.
Air” and “Uninstall”. There will be a Shortcut icon desktop. on the 2.3 Hardware Installation 1) Insert the SIM/USIM card into the USB modem To install SIM/USIM card First take down the modem cap, then the USB connector is visible. Pull the plastic socket above the USB connector out. Then insert the SIM/USIM card into the socket, here make sure that metal contact area facing to the modem.
Insert the plastic socket into the modem. You can hear a click when the SIM/USIM card locks into place. To Remove the SIM/USIM card from the USB modem First take down the modem cap.
Pull the plastic socket slightly, and you can hear a click when the SIM/USIM card gets unlocked. Take off the SIM/USIM card. 2) Install the microSD card into the USB modem: Install microSD card in the USB modem, if you want to use it. Insert the microSD into the microSD slot from the side of the modem, the following picture indicates the correct inserting direction.
The driver of the microSD card will installed automatically when the modem driver is installed. 3) Connect the USB modem to your PC: Plug the USB modem into your computer’s USB port and ensure that it is tightly inserted. The OS automatically detects and recognizes new hardware and starts the installation wizard. 2.
2.5 Hardware Uninstall Close the software application then remove the hardware following the procedure below. Firstly click the “close” menu, and then click “OK” to close the software. - Now you can safely remove your USB Modem. When you use a MicroSD card in the modem: in the Windows system please left click the icon tray bar. A pop-up menu indicates the USB devices list. - Select “Safely remove the USB disk” which is relevant to the MicroSD card.
3 Functions & Operation 3.1 Interface introduction 3.1.1 Main Interface The whole interface is divided into four parts. Related functions can be executed by operation in the related areas. 1. System information area: Show the system status and different kinds of tips. Icon Explanations The icon indicates the network signal intensity. There are 6 stages from none to the strongest. The icon indicates the current network type, i.e. EDGE or GPRS, HSPA service. 2.
Connect: Connect to the Internet. 4. Main menu button area: Click on the drop-down button, and select the following menu: Log: The records of software operation. Diagnostics: Show you the hardware information, operational information and network settings. Help: Enter the USB modem software help. 3.1.2 Description of Mini Icons When click the mini button, the software will minimize as an icon on the system taskbar.
Help: Enter the USB modem software help. Exit: Close the software and stop the modem from working. 3.2 Connecting Internet You can browse web pages after you have accessed to Internet with the help of modem, you can also receive SMS when surfing in the Internet. Click the “Connect” button . Then the system will research available network automatically. You can click “Cancel” button to cancel connection.
drafts can only be saved in computer, not SIM/USIM. 3.3.1 Read SMS Click the “Inbox” button on the main interface, and click a message to read this SMS. When you receive a new SMS, the system will pop-up prompt dialog box. 3.3.2 Create new message Click “New” button to input the recipient’s number and content. The recipient’s number can be input directly or by entering the phonebook to select one/more/group records. The recipient’s amount can be one or more. Please use “;” to separate recipients.
3.3.3 The SMS box Operating Guide Enter any of the Inbox / Sentbox / Draftbox to execute the following functions: Reply: Reply short message to the sender (which is only available in the Inbox). Forward: Send the short message to other recipients (which is only available in the Inbox). Save Num: Save the sender number obtained from the message to the phonebook. Move: Change the saving location of the selected message. Move this message from PC to SIM card or from SIM card to PC.
2) Select save position to decide where you want to save your contact, PC or SIM. 3) Enter the name, telephone number, Email address,etc. Then click “OK”. 3.4.2 Modifying contacts 1) Select a contact and then click Edit to modify. 2) After the modification, click OK. 3.4.3 Deleting contacts Select one or more contacts and then click Delete. 3.4.4 Sending SMS to a contact 1) Select one or more contacts and then click “SMS”.
3.5.1 Connection To ensure that the modem can connect the Internet properly, you should configure the connection information first. 1. Button description Add: Add new configuration files. Delete: Delete the selected configuration files. Edit: Edit the selected configuration files. 2. Config File Select “Add” to add new connection information to the system. There are two parts of configuration information: Common and Advance. The Common information includes: Config File, APN, User name.
research the network. Wait a minute, the supplier list will show in the windows and which with the available status can be selected. Select the network which the supplier is utilized to serve your SIM and press “Apply” to confirm. 3.5.3 Preference Automatic: The system will select the available network automatically. UMTS/HSPA: The system will only select the UMTS/HSPA network. GPRS/EDGE: The system will only select the GPRS/EDGE network. 3.5.
3.5.5 Sound You can set “Network connect alert, Network disconnect alert and SMS alert” by yourself. These alerts will sound on the PC side. The audio file supports MP3、WAV、WMA and MIDI format. If you select “Mute”, you cannot hear corresponding alert. 3.5.6 Security Settings When “Enable” item is selected, please enter PIN code to use the modem and you can click “Change” to modify the PIN code. 3.6 Data Record Click “Data Record” icon to check the log of Internet connection history.
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4 FAQ & Answers When you meet the following problems in service, please refer to the following answers to solve it. If the problems still exist, please contact with your suppliers. Problem Description The system can not run the installation program automatically. Possible Causes Problem Solving The system configuration is having difficulty with the auto-run software. After installation, the system doesn't install the driver program properly.
Problem Description After restarting the computer, there is no signal indicated. Possible Causes Problem Solving 1. You are in the place where there is no GSM/ GPRS /EDGE /WCDMA /HSDPA network coverage. Such places include underground parking garages, tunnels, and some remote rural areas. 2. The device is not properly connected. 1. Change location to find a good where having signal. 3. The SIM/USIM card isn't inserted properly. 3. Remove and reinsert the SIM/USIM card correctly. 4.
Problem Description When the Device is being installed, the computer cannot find it. Possible Causes Problem Solving 1. The installation programs of the MODEM device have not been installed properly. 1. Run the installation program first then connect the device. Now install the drivers as normal in Windows. 2. The device is not connected properly. 2. Restart the computer, or reconnect the device. 3. Reinsert the SIM/USIM card correctly. 3. The SIM/USIM card is not inserted properly.
Problem Description Possible Causes Problem Solving 2. The network is busy. 3. The APN in the user configuration file is incorrect. 2. Try later. 4. The device data is corrupted. 5. The network type has been selected manually, but is incorrect. Connected to the Internet, but it cannot open any website page. 1. After connection, you are unable to open web pages. 2. IE browser is causing problems. 31 3. Check the APN in the user configuration file in the "Network settings". 4.
Problem Description Possible Causes Problem Solving 3. Your operating system maybe infected by a virus. Worm Blaster for example can affect upload and downloaded data flow, resulting in an inability to access a website. 4. You have connected to an APN which cannot connect to the Internet. 3. Use the professional anti-virus software to check and remove the virus. 32 4. This happens when you are changing any preset operator value in the setting section.
