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Using the LTE E8372 as a Wi-Fi hotspot connected to your 
computer 
(Connection scenario 2) 

To manage your LTE E8372’s Wi-Fi functions, login to the device management web page at 
http://huawei.setup or http://192.168.8.1 to configure the Wi-Fi functions. 

Setting Up a Wi-Fi Connection 

1. 

 

Insert LTE E8372 into computer (or power adapter).. 

2. 

 

Ensure that the LTE E8372's Wi-Fi function is on. The Wi-Fi indicator light should be on. 

3. 

 

Search for Wi-Fi from your Wi-Fi device or computer to find the LTE8372’s Wi-Fi SSID, as 
detailed in the “Getting Started” section. 

4. 

 

Select the wireless network connection with the LTE E8372's SSID and click Connect. 

5. 

 

Enter the Wi-Fi Network key as detailed in the “Getting Started” section. 

Note:

 

Before establishing a Wi-Fi connection, ensure that the computer is equipped with a 
wireless network adapter. If the computer indicates a wireless network connection, the 

Summary of Contents for LTE E8372

Page 1: ...Quick Start Guide ...

Page 2: ...the wireless network Note This guide briefly describes the appearance of the LTE E8372 and the steps for using the LTE E8372 For details about how to set the device and Wi Fi management parameters see help information on the device management web page at http huawei setup or http 192 168 8 1 ...

Page 3: ...2 Getting to Know Your LTE E8372 The following figure shows the LTE E8372 The actual product may look different 1 5 6 3 2 4 ...

Page 4: ...ed on Off The Wi Fi function is turned off or the LTE E8372 has been removed SMS indicator Indicates the status of the SMS inbox To view SMS messages and manage the inbox go to http huawei setup or http 192 168 8 1 Steady green There are unread messages in your inbox Blinking green once every 2 sec The message storage is full Off The LTE E8372 is powered off there are no unread messages ...

Page 5: ...with a 2G network Steady green The LTE E8372 is connected to a 2G network Blinking blue once every 2 sec The LTE E8372 is registered with a 3G network Steady blue The LTE E8372 is connected to a 3G network Blinking cyan once every 2 sec The LTE E8372 is registered with a LTE network Steady cyan The LTE E8372 is connected to a 4G LTE network Off The LTE E8372 has been removed microSD card slot micr...

Page 6: ...ding it off Note Make note of the SSID and Wi Fi network key which are printed on the LTE E8372 as shown in the following diagram RESET x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x ...

Page 7: ...d not included in package into the corresponding card slot as shown in the following figure 3 Replace the cover and slide it into place 1 2 2 1 Note Ensure that the bevelled edge of the SIM card is properly aligned with that of the SIM card slot ...

Page 8: ...IM cards to avoid damage to your LTE E8372 and SIM card The microSD card is an optional accessory and is not included in the package Ensure that microSD card is inserted according to the direction as labelled on the microSD card slot Do not remove the microSD when the device is in use as it may get damaged and result in the data stored on the card becoming corrupted ...

Page 9: ...8 Connection Scenarios Scenario 1 One device Internet access using computer Scenario 2 Multi device Internet access using Wi Fi connected to a computer ...

Page 10: ...9 Scenario 3 Multi device Internet access using Wi Fi connected to the power adapter ...

Page 11: ... scenario 1 The procedure for installing the device management software may vary depending on your computer s operating system The following instructions are specific to Windows 7 OS Connecting to a Network 1 Connect the LTE E8372 to one of your computer s USB ports ...

Page 12: ...d password of the device management web page are admin It is recommended for security purposes that you change the default password If your SIM card s personal identification number PIN verification function is enabled log in to the device management web page at http huawei setup or http 192 168 8 1 enter and save the PIN If you do not wish to use the default access point name APN log in to the de...

Page 13: ... LTE E8372 make sure that the data connection has been disconnected Unplug the LTE E8372 from your computer or disconnect the LTE E8372 s data connection through the device management web page at http huawei setup or http 192 168 8 1 or the Mobile Wi Fi application Note By default the LTE E8372 automatically disconnects from the network if no data is transferred within 10 minutes The connection is...

Page 14: ...hat the LTE E8372 s Wi Fi function is on The Wi Fi indicator light should be on 3 Search for Wi Fi from your Wi Fi device or computer to find the LTE8372 s Wi Fi SSID as detailed in the Getting Started section 4 Select the wireless network connection with the LTE E8372 s SSID and click Connect 5 Enter the Wi Fi Network key as detailed in the Getting Started section Note Before establishing a Wi Fi...

Page 15: ...etwork connection icon is displayed in the lower right corner of the computer screen A wireless network connection is set up Accessing the Internet You can access the Internet after a connection between your LTE E8372 and Wi Fi device is set up Note By default the LTE E8372 automatically disconnects from the Internet when you are roaming ...

Page 16: ...ith a Power Adapter Connection scenario 3 Connect the LTE E8372 to the power adapter s USB port and connect the power adapter to a power outlet Note The power adapter is not included in the product package Only use a USB power ...

Page 17: ... of a power adapter not matching the recommended specifications may cause the LTE E8372 to malfunction fail or could even cause a fire Such use voids all warranties on the product whether expressed or implied Please refer to the enclosed warranty card for additional information on your warranty ...

Page 18: ...Select Infrastructure Mode 4 Select New Connection and enter the connection name 5 Select Scan to search for wireless networks A list of access points will be displayed on the screen 6 Select the access point with the LTE E8372 s SSID and press the button on the PSP Confirm the SSID and enter the correct wireless network encryption key ...

Page 19: ...he button to proceed to the next step and then press the X button to save settings 8 Select Test Connection to test whether the network connection is successful 9 You can now open the browser and access the network ...

Page 20: ...let computer automatically searches for wireless connections and displays a list of access points 3 Select the access point with the LTE E8372 s SSID 4 If required enter the correct wireless network encryption key and tap Join The lock icon indicates that the encryption key is required to connect to this wireless network ...

Page 21: ...ewing Service Information Visit at http huawei setup or http 192 168 8 1 to view your wireless network service information Restoring Factory Defaults If you wish to restore factory settings on your device you can do so by connecting the LTE E8372 to a computer or a power outlet and press and hold the RESET button for 2 seconds See diagram below ...

Page 22: ... RESET RESET Note Restoring factory defaults deletes all the device s user defined settings and restores all the settings on the web management page to their defaults LTE is a trademark of ETSI 31010 _01 ...

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