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Table of Contents Getting to Know the E230 .......................................................................................1 Requirements for the PC..........................................................................................3 Preparing the E230 ..................................................................................................3 Installation Guide.....................................................................................................6 Safety Information ......
Thank you for purchasing Huawei E230 HSPA USB Modem. Note: This manual briefly the preparation, the process for installing/uninstalling, and safety precautions for using Huawei E230 HSPA USB Modem (hereinafter referred to as the E230). You are recommended to read the manual before using the E230. The signal strength and the transmission rate are affected by the actual environment. The electromagnetic wave emitted from the PC may interfere with wireless signals.
Indicator Indicates the status of the E230. Green, blinking twice every 3s: The E230 is powered on. Green, blinking once every 3s: The E230 is registered to the GSM/GPRS/EDGE network. Blue, blinking once every 3s: The E230 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 E230 is removed from the PC.
Requirements for the PC To use the E230, 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 E230 Installing the USIM/SIM Card 1. Take out of the USIM/SIM card slot from the E230.
2. 3. Insert the USIM/SIM card into the card slot. Make sure that the USIM/SIM card is properly inserted. Insert the card slot into the E230. Inserting the Micro SD Card Insert the micro SD card into the E230, as shown in the following figure.
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 micro SD card when it is being used. Removing the card during an operation may damage the micro SD card as well as the device, and data stored on the card may be corrupted. Using the Clip A clip is provieded in the package of the E230. When you connect the E230 to a laptop, you can fix the E230 to the clip, and hang the clip on the laptop.
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 E230 with a PC Note: Power on your PC before connecting the E230 with the PC. Otherwise, the normal installation of the E230 may be affected. The following figure is a sketch of the data cable. 2 1 USB connector Mini-USB connector 1. 2. Connect the Mini-USB connector to the E230.
Installing the E230 Management Program 1. 2. Connect the E230 and the PC with the USB cable. 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. 4. Follow the prompts of the installation wizard. After the program is installed, the shortcut icon of the management program is displayed on the desktop.
Uninstalling the Management Program 1. 2. Choose Start > Control Panel. Find the management program, and click Add/Remove Program to uninstall the management program. Note: It is recommended to restart the PC after the uninstallation to ensure that the management program is completely uninstalled. Removing the E230 1. 2. 3. Double-click in the system tray. The Unplug or Eject Hardware interface is displayed. Select the hardware related to the E230 and click Stop.
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 interference 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.
metal powder) Area indicated with the "Explosives" sign Area indicated with the "Power off bi-direction wireless equipment" sign Area where you are generally suggested to stop the engine of a vehicle 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.
WEEE Approval The wireless device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE Directive). 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.
Use your wireless device and accessories with care and in clean environment. Keep the wireless device from a fire or a lit cigarette. Protect your wireless device and accessories from water and vapor and keep them dry. Do not drop, throw or bend your wireless device. Clean your wireless device with a piece of damp and soft antistatic cloth. Do not use any chemical agents (such as alcohol and benzene), chemical detergent, or powder to clean it.
Body Worn Operation Important safety information regarding radiofrequency radiation (RF) exposure To ensure compliance with RF exposure guidelines the device must be used with a minimum of 1.5 cm separation from the body. Failure to observe these instructions could result in your RF exposure exceeding the relevant guideline limits. Regulatory Information The following approvals and notices apply in specific regions as noted.
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