Huawei B618 User manual

B618 LTE CPE

Quick Start

Thank you for purchasing the LTE CPE. This LTE CPE brings

you a high speed wireless network connection.

This document will help you understand your LTE CPE, so

you can start using it right away. Please read this document

carefully before using your LTE CPE.

For detailed information about the functions and

configurations of the LTE CPE, refer to the Help on the web

management page that comes with the LTE CPE.

1. Getting to know your LTE CPE

Note:

• During thunderstorms and rainy weather, turn off and

disconnect the LTE CPE.

• The LTE CPE function descriptions and illustrations in this

document are for your reference only. The product you have

purchased may vary.

Application scenario

The LTE CPE can:

• Provide Internet access for Wi-Fi® devices and a computer.

• Connect to a telephone for voice services.

• Expand LAN coverage together with a hub or a switch.

Note:

When the LTE CPE is in use, you can alter its position or

orientation to improve signal reception.

Selecting the installation environment

Obstacles such as concrete and wooden walls will affect the

transmission of the network signal. It is recommended that

when you install LTE CPE you choose an open space.

Keep the LTE CPE away from equipment that generates

strong magnetic and electric fields, for instance microwaves,

refrigerators, and satellite receivers.

2. Appearance

1. External antenna sockets*

Connect to external antennas.

2. Power button

Press and hold to power the B618 on or off.

3. USB port

Connect to a USB device.

4. WAN/LAN port

• Working as a LAN port when connected to a computer,

switch, or other LAN device.

• Working as a WAN port when connected to an Ethernet

port on the wall.

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5. Landline phone port

Connect to a telephone.

6. Power input

Connect to compatible power adapter.

7. Signal indicators

Green: signal reception available (more indicators mean

better reception).

8. WPS button

Press and hold to active WPS connection when Wi-Fi is

turned on.

9. Indicators

Power LED indicator

• Off: Power off.

• On: Power on.

Status LED indicator

• Off: Data server connection is disconnected.

• Blinking in green: Firmware update.

• Green: Get IP address of WAN.

LAN LED indicator

• Off: No device is connected to a LAN port.

• Blinking: data is being transmitted through a LAN port.

• Green: At least one of the LAN ports is connected to a

device.

Wi-Fi LED indicator

• Off: Both 2.4G and 5G Wi-Fi is closed.

• Blinking in green: WPS open.

• Green: Both or one of the 2.4G and 5G Wi-Fi is opened.

Mode LED indicator

• Steady cyan/blue/ yellow: connected to a mobile

network.

• Steady green: connected to an Ethernet network.

• Steady red:

–The SIM card is not recognized, the PIN has not been

entered, or the PIN verification failed.

10. Micro-SIM card slot

Accommodate a micro-SIM card.

11. RESET button

Restore the LTE CPE to its factory settings.

* External antennas

The external antennas are optional accessory. To buy

external antennas, please contact network service

provider.

3. Setup

1. Installing the micro-SIM card

Install the micro-SIM card according to the illustration.

Note:

• When removing the micro-SIM card, gently press

the micro-SIM card in, then release. The card will

automatically pop out.

• Do not remove the micro-SIM card when the LTE CPE is

powered on. Doing so will affect the performance of your

LTE CPE, and data stored on the micro-SIM card may be

lost.

2. Connecting to a power adapter

Install the power adapter according to the illustration.

Note:

Use the provided power adapter. Use of an incompatible

power adapter or one from an unknown manufacturer may

cause the LTE CPE to malfunction, fail, or could even cause

a fire. Such use voids all warranties, whether expressed or

implied, on the product.

4. Connecting to your router's Wi-Fi

network

Once the router has connected to a mobile data network, you

can connect your computer or mobile phone to the router's

Wi-Fi network to access the Internet. Please refer to the

label on the bottom of the router for the default wireless

network name (SSID) and password (Wi-Fi KEY).

Note:

• When the Wi-Fi LED indicator is steady on, Wi-Fi is

enabled. To enable or disable Wi-Fi, refer to the help

section on the router's web-based management page.

• Ensure that you promptly change the Wi-Fi network

name and password on the web-based management page

to prevent unauthorized access to your Wi-Fi network.

Once you have changed the password, you will need to

reconnect to the router's Wi-Fi network.

5. Configuring your router

You can configure the router using the web-based

management page.

Logging into the Web Management Page

1. Make sure the connection between the Mobile WiFi and the

Wi-Fi device or computer is working normally.

2. Open the browser, and enter http://192.168.8.1 or http://

viva.router in the address box.

3. Enter the user name and password to log in to the web

management page.

Note:

The default user name is admin.

The default password is admin.

You will be prompted to change the default login password

for the web-based management page to prevent unauthorized

users from changing the router’s settings.

Change Wi-Fi Network name and password

1. Log in to the web management page (refer to the above

section).

2. Click on “Settings”

3. Click on “Next” 3 times.

4. Insert the desired router name in the “SSID” field.

3. Click on “Next”

5. Insert the current password, new password, & confirm

new password in related field (This key will be requested

every time a user tries to access this connection for the

first time).

6. Click “Finish” (Router will reboot applying the new

settings).

Send SMS and view incoming SMS.

1. Log in to the web management page (refer to “Logging Into

the Web Management Page” section).

2. Click on “SMS”

6. Optional configurations

Note:

The features described in this section are for reference

purposes only. Your router may not support all of these

features.

1. Connecting multiple devices

You can connect a computer, or landline phone to the router

to access the Internet, make telephone calls, and more.

2. Restoring to Factory Settings

If you forget some configuration parameters, you can restore

the LTE CPE to its factory settings and then configure the

LTE CPE again.

Use a sharply pointed object to press and hold the RESET

button until the Power indicator turns off. The LTE CPE is

then restored to its factory settings.

Note:

• After you carry out this operation, the LTE CPE's

personal configuration parameters will all be deleted.

All configurations on the web management page will be

restored to the factory settings.

3. Establishing a WPS Connection

If the Wi-Fi device to be connected to the LTE CPE supports

WPS, the wireless network encryption key is generated

automatically and there is no need to enter it manually. The

steps for WPS connection are as follows:

1. Turn on the CPE.

2. Turn on the Wi-Fi device to be connected to the LTE CPE.

3. Activate the LTE CPE's WPS.

Note:

• Press and hold the WPS button for two to five seconds

to set up a 2.4 GHz WPS connection, or press and hold the

button for more than five seconds to set up a 5 GHz WPS

connection.

4. Activate the Wi-Fi device's WPS.

Note:

For specific instructions for the Wi-Fi device, refer to the

device's user manual.

5. Downloading Huawei HiLink App

Scan the QR code to download the Huawei HiLink App and

configure the router from your phone.

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