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Thank you for purchasing Huawei E180 HSPA Rotate USB Stick.
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Note: • This manual briefly describes the preparation, the process for installing/uninstalling, and safety precautions for using Huawei E180 HSPA Rotate USB Stick (hereinafter referred to as the E180). • You are recommended to read the manual before using the E180.
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Table of Contents Getting to Know the E180 Requirements for the PC Preparing the E180 Installation Guide Safety Information 32682 MET Mobile Broadband Trial7 7 1 3 4 5 7 13/11/2008 09:01:55
1 Getting to Know the E180 The following figures show the appearance of the E180. The actual product may differ. 3 1 2 1 Micro SD card slot Holds the Micro SD card. 2 USIM/SIM card slot Holds the USIM/SIM card. 3 Rotatable USB connector Connects to the USB interface of the PC.
3 2 4 Indicator Indicates the status of the E180. • Green, blinking twice every 3s: The E180 is powered on. • Green, blinking once every 3s: The E180 is registered to the GSM/GPRS/EDGE network. • Blue, blinking once every 3s: The E180 is registered to the WCDMA/HSDPA/HSUPA network. • Green, always on: The GPRS/EDGE connection is set up. • Blue, always on: The WCDMA connection is set up. • Cyan, always on: The HSDPA/HSUPA connection is set up. • Off: The E180 is removed from the PC.
Requirements for the PC To use the E180, the PC must meet the following requirements: • Standard USB interface. • Windows 2000 SP4, Windows XP SP2, Windows Vista. • The hardware of your PC must meet or exceed the recommended system requirements for the installed version of OS. • Display resolution: 800 × 600 or above.
Preparing the E180 1. Take out of the back cover of the E180. 2. Insert the USIM/SIM card and the micro SD card into the card slots. Make sure that the cards are properly inserted. Note: • Micro SD card is an optional accessary. If the micro SD card is not provided in the package, you can buy one yourself. • Do not remove the USIM/SIM card and the micro SD card when they are being used.
Installation Guide The procedure for installing the management program depends on the operating system installed on your PC. The following section takes Windows XP as an example. Connecting the E180 with a PC Note: Power on your PC before connecting the E180 with the PC. Otherwise, the normal installation of the E180 may be affected. One way: Plug the E180 into the USB interface of the PC. The other way: connect the E180 to a PC using the USB extension cable.
Installing the E180 Management Program 1. Connect the E180 with the PC. 2. The OS automatically detects and recognizes new hardware and starts the installation wizard. Note: If the auto-run program does not respond, find the AutoRun.exe file in the driver path. Then double-click AutoRun.exe to run the program. 3. Follow the prompts of the installation wizard. 4. After the program is installed, the shortcut icon of the management program is displayed on the desktop.
Safety Information Read the safety information carefully to ensure the correct and safe use of your wireless device. Interference Do not use your wireless device if using the device is prohibited or when it causes danger or it interferes with electric devices. Medical Device • Do not use your wireless device and follow the rules and regulations set forth by the hospitals and health care facilities. • Some wireless devices may affect the performance of the hearing aids.
Traffic Security • Observe local laws and regulations while using the wireless device. To prevent accidents, do not use your wireless device while driving. • RF signals may affect electronic systems of motor vehicles. For more information, consult the vehicle manufacturer. • In a motor vehicle, do not place the wireless device over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area. Otherwise, the wireless device may hurt you owing to the strong force when the air bag inflates.
RoHS Approval The wireless device is in compliance with the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment Directive 2002/95/EC (RoHS Directive). Laws and Regulations Observance Observe laws and regulations when using your wireless device. Respect the privacy and legal rights of the others. Care and Maintenance It is normal that your wireless device gets hot when you use it.
10 Emergency Call This wireless device functions through receiving and transmitting radio signals. Therefore, the connection cannot be guaranteed in all conditions. In an emergency, you should not rely solely on the wireless device for essential communications. Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Your wireless device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves recommended by international guidelines.
11 Regulatory Information The following approvals and notices apply in specific regions as noted. CE Approval (European Union) The wireless device is approved to be used in the member states of the EU. The wireless device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive).
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