Huawei E8278 User Manual

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Thank you for choosing the LTE Mobile WiFi Smart. The
LTE Mobile WiFi Smart allows you to access a wireless
network at high speeds.
Note:
This guide briefly describes the appearance of the LTE Mobile WiFi Smart and the
procedures for using the LTE Mobile WiFi Smart. For details about how to set the
management parameters, see help information on the web management page.

Huawei E8278 Specifications

General

Model	Huawei E8278
Form Factor	USB Dongle
Network Type	LTE
LTE Download Speed	150 Mbps
LTE Upload Speed	50 Mbps
Wi-Fi	802.11 b/g/n
External Antenna Interface	Yes
Interface	USB 2.0
Operating System Compatibility	Windows, Mac, Linux
Wi-Fi Users	10
Weight	40 g

Summary

Connection Scenarios

Scenario 1: One-device Internet access using computer

Describes connecting a single computer for internet access.

Scenario 2: Multi-device Internet access using Wi-Fi (connected to a computer)

Explains connecting multiple devices via Wi-Fi to a computer.

Scenario 3: Multi-device Internet access using Wi-Fi (connected to the power adapter)

Details connecting multiple devices via Wi-Fi using a power adapter.

Getting to Know Your LTE Mobile WiFi Smart

USB Connector

It connects the LTE Mobile WiFi Smart to a computer.

Wi-Fi Indicator

It indicates the status of a Wi-Fi network.

SMS Indicator

It indicates the status of an SMS.

2G/3G/LTE Indicator

It indicates the LTE Mobile WiFi Smart's status.

MicroSD Card Slot

It holds a microSD card.

SIM Card Slot

It holds a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card.

Using Your LTE Mobile WiFi Smart

Connecting to a Network

Procedure for connecting the LTE Mobile WiFi Smart to a computer.

Disconnecting from a Network

Instructions on how to disconnect the device from the network.

Setting Up a Wi-Fi Connection

Steps to establish a Wi-Fi connection with the device.

Connecting to a Game Console (for example, PSP) through Wi-Fi

Guide for connecting a game console like PSP via Wi-Fi.

Connecting to a Tablet Computer (for example, iPad) through Wi-Fi

Instructions for connecting a tablet device like iPad via Wi-Fi.

Viewing Service Information

How to view service information for the device.

Restoring Factory Defaults

Procedure to reset the device to its original factory settings.