Vodafone R203-Z Mobile Wi-Fi User Guide
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1. User Guide Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi R203 Z Designed by Vodafone 5 vodafone a Welcome to the world of mobile communications Welcome Device overview Getting started Step 1 Getting started Step 2 Mobile Wi Fi web UI application screen Current network panel Mobile Wi Fi view Storage view SMS view Account view Device status screen icons Hints and tips Glossary U A NUN ON OA O Welcome System requirements To use the Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi R203 Z you needa device with Wi Fi capability The Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi R203 Z creates a personal portable Wi Fi zone which allows several Wi Fi enabled devices for example PCs Apple iPhone iPad or iPod touch or mobile gaming devices such as Nintendo DSi Android devices including the Samsung Galaxy Tab to share a secure mobile internet connection The device is battery mains or USB powered and this flexibility allows the device to be positioned for best mobile coverage and then share this coverage between several devices via Wi Fi Note you will get better Wi Fi performance when the device is being charged compared to when it is running from the battery Advanced configuration using a cable or Wi Fi To perform advanced configuration of the device browse to the web UI http VodafoneMobile wifi or http 192 168 0 1 from a computer running Microsoft Windows 7 SP1 recommended W2. a Up Ob s w Down Ob s m Battery Status 84 Wi Fi Status Connected devices 1 Mobile Broadband Wi Fi Router Storage SMS Account Help Status WiFi Settings Router settings MicroSD Card Inbox Balance Help SIM PIN Management MAC Settings DHCP settings Sharing Settings Write SMS Account details Diagnostics Mobile Broadband Security Settings NAT settings Sent Account type Online Support Connection DNZ Settings Drafts Mobile Broadband Advanced Settings Network 2011 Vodafone Group Services Limited Registered Office Vodafone House The Connection Newbury Berkshire RG14 2FN Registered in England No 3802001 an Device status The device status screen is constantly updated with the current screen icons status of the device and network connection If the screen is not displayed while the Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi R203 Z is powered on the display is dimmed after 10 seconds and switched off after a further 5 seconds to save power briefly touch the power on off button and the screen will be displayed Sample icons and their meanings Note A double tap Network signal of the power key will show the current Wi Fi fee connecting to network network name and Wi Fi network key on Ei excellent signal not connected the device display The device contains a Pl excellent signal connected reset button inside the battery compartment EA unable to connect The reset button will set the device back to the initial fac
3. browser page Mobile Wi Fi web Ul application screen Note Every window in the Mobile Wi Fi web UI application has this same standard layout Context sensitive help for each window is always available at the bottom of the window Sometimes an additional Menu bar will appear on the left of the window Navigation tabs Select Mobile Wi Fi Storage SMS or Account view Navigation bar Select an area within each view Current network panel Status of mobile broadband network connection battery and Wi Fi status and connected devices Content area Content for current area Context help Context sensitive help for current area Language selection Defaults to browser language Login Logout For advanced configuration options Default password is admin ile es ee 2 el 1 Mobile Wi Fi Storage Login es ee ee d 6 Mobile Broadband Help Pewee es ew eee eee ee eee eee eee eee eee yp e e e e eS e 1 j Welcome to Mobile Wi Fi l I Your Mobile Wi Fi device allows your Wi Fi enabled devices to get internet i SIM Number I J access simply quickly and easily I a IL sional all I Once you have connected to the VodafoneMobileWiFi 130F03 Wi Fi I I L I network you can configure settings related to your Mobile Broadband device from these webpages which can be accessed later via typing Status iv I http vodafonemobile wifi or 192 168 0 1 into your browser I I i vane UKHSUPA I To disconnect from the
4. phone service as UMTS Universal Mobile Telecommunications System is also Known is a bearer providing higher data speeds The latest enhancement to the 3G bearer You can use your mobile device on any other mobile network that has a roaming agreement with your operator whether in your country or abroad Your Subscriber Identity Module is the postage stamp sized chip that you will have received together with your mobile contract Your SIM has gold contacts on one side An alternative name for the Wi Fi network key For Mac users the term WPA2 personal is used 17 The term Mobile Broadband together with the birds design is a trademark of GSMC Limited AN Mobile Broadband C 0700 Vodafone 2012 Vodafone and the Vodafone logos are trade marks of the Vodafone Y f Group Any product or company names mentioned herein may be the trade marks Product Code of their respective owners R203 Z Mobile Wi Fi User Guide 01 12_en_GB vodafone
5. 6 File Storage Sharing Help File Storage Home network All Cards Mobile number SIM Number Signal ail Status MicroSD Card o 358 03MB of Network Vodafone UK HSUPA 7 39GB Time connected 00 16 41 Total volume 36 62MB File Storage Help ale Ob s Inserting a MicroSD Card into your Once the files are stored you can then MicroSD cards up to 32GB are w Down Ob s device enables you to use your device access them over Wi Fi via any of your supported to store important files including connecting devices The default setting documents music photos and movies is that you must be logged in to upload m Battery Status 84 new files or delete existing files or folders Wi Fi Status Connected devices 1 Mobile Broadband Wi Fi Router Storage SMS Account Help Status WiFi Settings Router settings MicroSD Card Inbox Balance Help SIM PIN Management MAC Settings DHCP settings Sharing Settings Write SMS Account details Diagnostics Mobile Broadband Security Settings NAT settings Sent Account it type Online Support Connection DNZ Settings Drafts Mobile Broadband Advanced Settings Network 2011 Vodafone Group Services Limited Registered Office Vodafone House The Connection Newbury Berkshire RG14 2FN Registered in England No 3802001 SMS view Note When you select the checkbox in the title bar of the Inbox Sent folder or Draft folder all messages in that folder are selected This is useful if you want to de
6. LAN cable exiting your VPN and checking that you are connected to the Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi SSID network may solve the problem PN Hints and tips Note If you can see the application window in your browser you can find more hints and tips in the Help area Selecting the Help option on the Navigation bar in any view and then Diagnostics in the Menu bar may help you to identify a problem This area also shows information that may be required if you need to contact Support at your mobile network operator Select Support from the Menu bar for more information and local support contact details No network can be found Change your physical location in a building move closer to a window move higher up or go outside Ensure the device is registered to the mobile broadband network by checking the R203 Z device display or by opening the Mobile Wi Fi web UI application window and checking the device is connected indicated via the green tick Select the Settings heading on the Navigation bar If the device is searching for a network then ensuring the device is set to 5G Preferred in the network settings section may help If you are roaming then click Search to search for available networks See if you can connect to one of the networks listed Click Save to save your change Contact Support and check that data services and roaming are enabled on your accoun
7. Mobile Broadband network click the Disconnect I I T button below FT Time connected 00 10 39 I Disconnect l Total volume 36 6MB I ee al lve ons I Down opis I Inbox 0 l l mD Battery Status 84 1 You have no new messages A You must be logged in to send messages I I I Wi Fi Status l Peewee es eB eee eee eB ee ee ee eee eee ee a 4 I Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi help l I Connected devices 1 l L m me e eee m m m Tin the Current Network section you will Important items to check Should you still be unable to connect pind all details relevant to your current include please consult the help section for I connection Within this section you can isi wack further advice easily check to confirm that you can A RAe I access the internet You are 2 If Searching for Network is Leaccosshisy connected to the intenet continually shown try moving to l Jhen a green tick appears another physical location nearer a I window or higher up and check settings I 3 Call customer services to check that I data services and roamina are enabled beam eB eB eee eee eee d PN Current network panel Note In addition to the Current network panel there are drop down panels for Battery status percentage charge battery time remaining Wi Fi status and Connected devices devices currently connected to the Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi R203 Z The Current network panel appears on the right hand side of every scr
8. ected in the drop down menu Check the device is set to automatically connect to the network In roaming the device is setup to not automatically connect to the network The device should prompt you to connect to the network via the application window Select the Settings heading on the Navigation bar Select the Network entry in the Menu bar on the left Check which option is selected If the option is set to a Preferred option set it to an Only option Click Save to save your change If you are using a VPN Virtual Private Network contact the administrator of your VPN Hints Resetting the device back to factory values and tips Remove the back cover Locate the reset button While the device is switched on insert the end of a paper clip into the reset button hole press the button with the clip and hold down until the Vodafone logo appears on the device screen approximately 5 seconds Release the button and re attach the back cover The device will now be reset to factory settings including SSID passwords and Wi Fi security settings 15 Hints Using the Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi Monitor app on iPhone and tips iPad iPod Touch smartphone tablet Download the Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi Monitor app from the App Store in iTunes or the Android Market Google Play Click on the app icon Sample monitor screens show below Tablet iPad iPhone smartph
9. een within the Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi web UI application with additional panels for battery Wi Fi and connected device status below Roaming network is shown at the top of the panel when you are roaming on another operator s network or Home network Mobile number Shown if permitted by your network operator Signal More bars indicates better mobile broadband network signal For best performance position the device so 3 or more bars are displayed with 3G HSUPA coverage in the Network field Status Tick when connected to network Cross when not connected Network Name and bearer of currently connected network Time connected For current connection to network Total volume Approximate cumulative data usage Up Down Approximate connection speed Up to the network from your computer and Down from the network teh Hone nohak Ey Roaming network Mobile number SIM Number Mobile number SIM Number Signal all Signal alll Status Status Network vodafone UK HSUPA Network vodafone AU 3G Time connected 00 03 34 Time connected 00 03 34 O Total volume 1 08MB Total volume 1 08MB a Up Ob s a Up Ob s w Down Ob s wv Down Ob s mi Battery Status 43 mi Battery Status 43 Wi Fi Status Wi Fi Status Connected devices 1 Connected devices 1 Mobile Wi Fi The Mobile Wi Fi view has four options on the Navigation bar view covering device configuration M
10. i application or device The EULA is available here www support vodafone com VodafoneMobileWiFi R203 Z an Getting 1 To prepare the Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi R203 Z you need to started insert your SIM and MicroSDHC card if you are using one for Step 1 of 2 file storage and sharing and battery before use 2 Unclip the back of the device and insert the SIM as shown If using a MicroSD card then open the card holder place the Note Once setup card in position on the device and then lock the card holder is complete when in place and insert the battery Before replacing the back connectedtotheR203 Z cover please make a note of your Wi Fi security details These via USB and you have are a secure Wi Fi network key and a Wi Fi network name installed the software l onto your PC you can SSID The Key and the SSID are unique to your device and access the R203 Z can be found on a Label on the inside of the back cover configuration screen by clicking on the Mobile Wi Fi desktop icon A Alternatively if you are connected over Wi Fi you can enter the following addresses into your browser http VodafoneMobile wifi or http 192 168 0 1 You may want to save these addresses as favourites in your browser so you can 5 The device is now ready to use plug it into the mains or your access the Mobile Wi Fi PC The battery will be charged in the background Make sure web Ul application the device is full
11. indows Vista SP2 recommended or Windows XP SP3 recommended a computer running Linux Wi Fi configuration only not cable or an Apple Mac running Mac OS X 10 5 Intel 10 6 or 10 7 all with latest updates Advanced configuration for iPhone iPad iPod Touch smartphone tablet users Apple device users should use the Safari browser to browse to the web UI http VodafoneMobile wifi or http 192 168 0 1 or download the Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi Monitor app Smartphone and tablet users can check the device status by downloading the Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi Monitor app from the App Store in iTunes or the Android Market Google Play See Page 16 for sample app screenshots 4 Device overview Micro USB slot t EE Status rer Power display ack cover on off release Status Display Tip To save power the bi nate Unread display is dimmed Network bearer praise messages after 10 seconds and signal Battery switched off after a e 3G UOL Ch tom further 5 seconds ul i pea The screen can be Yodafone additional a inf ti displayed by briefly 40 00 MB 20 00 information touching the power E on off button Upload amp download Connect duration indicator data volume The screen will also be displayed whenever the status of the device changes End User Licence Agreement EULA Please ensure that you have read and accepted the software EULA for your country before using the Vodafone Mobile Wi F
12. lete multiple messages It is not possible to forward multiple messages In the Settings area you can select or de select the SMS preview in the Mobile Wi Fi view The SMS view has six options on the Navigation bar covering all messaging functions Inbox Write Sent Draft Settings and Help By default the Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi device will re direct your browsing session to the Mobile Wi Fi web UI application screen when new SMS messages are received This setting can be changed via the message preview option within the SMS Settings area Mobile Wi Fi Storage SMS Account English x Logout 6 Inbox Write Sent Draft Settings Help Inbox 0 Home network You have no new messages Mobile number SIM Number Signal alll Status Network Vodafone UK HSUPA Time connected 00 18 43 Total volume 36 62MB SMS help a Up Ob s Your Inbox shows all your received Please ensure your regularly delete w Down Ob s messages If you want to reply to a any unwanted messages message click on the message subject New messages will also show on the You can also forward single messages home screen default If you wish to m Battery Status 84 and delete multiple messages by switch off message preview you can do selecting one or more messages and so by selecting settings above and Wi Fi Status pressing the appropriate button switching Message Preview to off Connected devices 1 Mobile Broadband Wi Fi Router S
13. ne Mobile Wi Fi help m 84 remaining 2 c u ri ty fro m th left In the Current Network section you will Important items to check Should you still be unable to connect find all details relevant to your current include please consult the help section for Fi Status 2 hand Menu bar connection Within this section you can 1 SIM is inserted correctly further advice J a5 easily check to confirm that you can E aiia tins Dan Nane 2 If Searching for Network is Enabled successfully connected to the internet Continually shown try moving to r when a green tick appears another physical location nearer a SSID VodafoneMobileWiFi 130F03 window or higher up and check j settings Security WPA PSK 3 Call customer services to check that data services and roaming are enabled Connected devices 1 on your account Rebarus_Samsung Storage view Storage allows you to use the Mobile Wi Fi R203 Z to upload and download files to the device using it as a centralised storage hub for sharing files with other users or devices using the device The Storage view has three options on the Navigation bar covering storage settings File Storage Sharing and Help For an explanation on using these features either read the context sensitive help on the relevant page or consult the Advanced Configuration Guide available here www support vodafone com VodafoneMobileWiFi R203 Z Mobile Wi Fi Storage SMS Account English Logout
14. obile Broadband Wi Fi Router and Help IMPORTANT For an explanation on using these features either read the We recommend that context sensitive help on the relevant page or consult the you ensure that the Advanced Configuration Guide available here Wi Fi security settings www support vodafone com VodafoneMobileWiFi R203 Z meet your personal requirements Mobile Wi Fi Storage SMS Account English Z Logout To change the admin password enter admin 6 Mobile Broadband Wi Fi Router Help into the Password box and click Login Select a Your Mobile WiFi device allows your Wi Fi enabled devices to get internet Router on the Navigation 2555s sa mimsy Once you have connected to the VodafoneMobileWiFi 130F03 Wi Fi bar then Router Settings eor vou can configu setings related to your Mabie Broadband device from these webpages which can be accessed later via typing Welcome to Mobile Wi Fi Home network Mobile number SIM Number Signal ail Status http vodafonemobile wi i or 192 168 0 1 into your browser Network Vodafone UK HSUPA fro m th e left h a n d M e n u To disconnect from the Mobile Broadband network click the Disconnect b a r button below Time connected 00 21 31 Disconnect E Total volume 36 63MB To modify the SSID i ap obs and secure network Inbox 0 vines sa key select Wi Fi on the You have no new messages TD Battery Status 84 Navigation bar then Vodafo
15. one 15 00 Mobite Wi Fi Monitor Mobile Wi Fi Monitor VodafoneMobileWiFi 725B70 So d afl Connected a vodafone UK HSPA 6 CI i af Network Wi Fi Battery Level VodafoneMobileWiFi 725B70 AM 1 vodafone UK HSPA 100 Connected Received 1 Usage As At Da e 2 5 G B 05 34 49 3 0 Indicative Data Used 09 02 12 0 Connected Connected Received Data usage appr i s orit tract cust eth bill for confirmation To view additional settings switch to the web application for your Mobite Wi Fi device Web Application 1 59 cB Usage As At Indicative Data Used 09 02 2012 To view additional settings switch to the web application for your Mobile Wi Fi device Web Application 16 am W Glossary Bearer EDGE GPRS GSM Home network HSPA HSPA HSUPA 3G 3G broadband Roaming SIM WPA2 Communication method used for data transport over the mobile network eg 3G Broadband HSPA 3G etc An enhancement to the GPRS bearer offering higher speeds although not as fast as 3G Broadband The General Packet Radio Service is a bearer offering higher data speeds than GSM on which it is based Global System for Mobile Communication The network of the mobile operator who provided your SIM High Speed Packet Access bearer enhancing 3G including both HSUPA Uplink and HSDPA Downlink Enhanced HSPA network offering faster speeds High Speed Uplink Packet Access bearer The third generation mobile
16. t No connection can be opened 1 Type http VodafoneMobile wifi or http 192 168 0 1 into your browser and check the device status Mobile Wi Fi gt Mobile Broadband tab Help on Settings bar and select Diagnostics from the menu This may indicate the source of the problem You should see a green tick in the networks panel to indicate that the device is connected to the mobile broadband network 13 PN Hints and tips Note If you want to re install the software from the Mobile Wi Fi device you need to first delete the Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi Service software from your computer From the Windows Start menu select Settings gt Control Panel gt Add or Remove Programs XP or Programs and Features Windows 7 Remove the Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi Service Re attach your Mobile Wi Fi device to your computer using the USB cable and the software will re install 14 No connection can be opened 2 Wait a few minutes and try to connect again This is most often a temporary problem If the problem persists please try the steps below Close the application window and then re open it Re start your Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi device and connecting devices Open the Mobile Wi Fi web Ul application window Select the Account tab Select the Account type heading in the Navigation bar Check that the type of account you have with your mobile network operator is sel
17. torage SMS Account Help Status WiFi Settings Router settings MicroSD Card Inbox Balance Help SIM PIN Management MAC Settings DHCP settings Sharing Settings Write SMS Account details Diagnostics Mobile Broadband Security Settings NAT settings Sent Account type Online Support Connection DNZ Settings Drafts Mobile Broadband Advanced Settings Network 2011 Vodafone Group Services Limited Registered Office Vodafone House The Connection Newbury Berkshire RG14 2FN Registered in England No 3802001 Account view Note The options that are displayed on the Navigation bar are dependent on the account type selected 10 The Account view has three options on the Navigation bar Account details Account type and Help Your account type should be determined automatically by the Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi device to match the inserted SIM card Depending on the network operator prepaid users may have the option to top up their account and check their prepaid balance via this view Mobile Wi Fi Storage SMS Account English i Logout O Account details Account type Help Account details 3 Home network Account details Mobile number SIM Number To view your Vodafone account details you must log in at http Awww vodafone co uk myaccount Signal ill If you do not already have an online Vodafone account you may register for one now a Status iv Register Network Vodafone UK HSUPA Time connected 00 19 21 O Total volume 36 62MB
18. tory Wi Fi status and number of users default settings dao KA 5 users connected This includes the reset of the security settings back to their Unread messages original settings which 2 unread SMS is useful should the secure Wi Fi network key be forgotten Battery I fully charged O discharged 11 Hints and tips The application won t install on Windows If the software does not install or the install progress bar keeps looping From the Windows Start menu select Settings gt Control Panel gt System gt Hardware gt Device Manager Expand Universal Serial Bus Controllers Right click USB Mass Storage Device and select Uninstall If your devices are not reloaded select Scan for Hardware changes from the Action menu Cannot open Mobile Wi Fi web Ul application window The following things may prevent you from opening the Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi web UI application window by double clicking the desktop icon if you have installed via a USB connection or entering the address http VodafoneMobile wifi or http 192 168 0 1 into your web browser Your computer already has a connection via an ethernet LAN cable Your computer already has a connection via a different Wi Fi network You must be connected to the R203 Z via Wi Fi or via USB cable to access the application window You may be using a VPN Virtual Private Network Unplugging the
19. y charged approximately 3 hours before screen easily using it in battery mode 3 Getting started Step 2 of 2 Tip A double tap of the power key will show the current Wi Fi network name and Wi Fi network key on the device display The Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi R203 Z will automatically connect to the Mobile Broadband network when it is powered on If required this default automatic network connection can be changed to a manual connection via the web Ul of the device 4 Switch on the device by pressing and holding the power button for 3 seconds The device will go through its start up sequence and will automatically connect to the network unless a PIN code is required Check the display for connection status 5 Use the normal Wi Fi application on your computer or device to connect Select the Mobile Wi Fi network from the list of available Wi Fi networks click Connect and enter the WPA2 password secure Wi Fi network key noted earlier Congratulations you now have internet access via Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi 6 When you are connected to the Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi R203 Z via Wi Fi or a USB cable you can access the Vodafone Mobile Wi Fi configuration screen by clicking on the Mobile Wi Fi desktop icon EA if you have installed via USB or by typing either http VodafoneMobile wifi or http 192 168 0 1 into your web browser You can change settings and check the device and network status from this
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