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3G Mobile Hotspot
RF-MFH2
User Guide
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3G Mobile Hotspot Contents Important safety instructions ....................................................... 3 Introduction ........................................................................................ 5 Features................................................................................................. 5 Package contents ..................................................................... 5 Best Buy Connect....................................................................
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RF RF- -[mo [mod del el#] #] RF RF- -M MFH FH2 2 Important safety instructions 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with a dry cloth. 7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9
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16 Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or the like. Caution: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. Additional safety instructions • Avoid storing your hotspot in extreme temperatures. • Store your hotspot in a dry and clean environment. • Do not place any labels on your hotspot because a label could alter the sensitivity of the antenna. • Do not force the power cord into the micro USB port.
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RF RF- -[mo [mod del el#] #] RF RF- -M MFH FH2 2 • Do not short circuit a battery or allow metallic or conductive object to contact the battery terminals. • Battery usage by children should be supervised. • Avoid dropping your hotspot or the battery. If hotspot or the battery is dropped, especially on a hard surface, and you suspect damage, take it to a service center for inspection. Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the 3G mobile hotspot (MiFi® RF-MFH2). This hotspot represen
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Components # Item Description 1 Reset button Resets your hotspot to the factory defaults. See “Resetting your hotspot” on page 17. 2 Battery compartment Insert the battery into this slot. See “Removing the tab and charging the battery” on page 8. 3 Press to turn your hotspot on or off. (power button) and LED The LED indicates power, battery, and roaming activity. See “Power button LED” on page 7. 4 Micro USB port Plug the A/C charger into this port. 5 Service status LED indicator Indicates s
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RF RF- -[mo [mod del el#] #] RF RF- -M MFH FH2 2 Power button LED LED color LED behavior Description — Your hotspot is not turned on. Not lit Solid Your hotspot is turned on and roaming. Blue Solid Your hotspot is turned on and the battery is fully charged. Green Blinking Your hotspot is turned on and in hibernate mode. Blinking Your battery is critically low. Red Solid The battery is charging. Blinking Your hotspot has experienced an error. Amber Reset your hotspot to the factory defaults.
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System requirements • For Wi-Fi connection, a device supporting Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g • Windows® 7, Windows Vista®, Windows® XP, or Mac OS® X 10.4, 10.5, 10.6 • 40 MB hard drive space • 128 MB of memory (RAM) Using your hotspot for the first time Removing the tab and charging the battery Before you use your hotspot for the first time, you need to install and fully charge the battery (at least four hours). To remove the tab and charge the battery: 1 Turn your mobile hotspot over so the bottom is fac
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RF RF- -[mo [mod del el#] #] RF RF- -M MFH FH2 2 4 Plug the other end of the AC wall charger into a power outlet. Charge for at least two and a half hours (four hours recommended). Caution: Use only an approved charging accessory to charge your mobile hotspot. Use of an incompatible charger may cause damage to your hotspot and void the warranty. Note: For tips and safety information about battery usage, see “Important safety instructions” on page 3. Turning your mobile hotspot on and off To
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Connecting to your hotspot using Wi-Fi You can connect as many as five Wi-Fi-enabled devices. To connect to your hotspot using Wi-Fi: Note: Disconnect your mobile hotspot from the power supply before starting activation. Tip: The default network name (SSID) for your mobile hotspot is Best Buy Connect xxxx Secure. Your SSID and 11-digit network key are printed on the back of your hotspot. (The xxxx are the last four characters of your hotspot’s MAC address.) 1 Press the power button on your h
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RF RF- -[mo [mod del el#] #] RF RF- -M MFH FH2 2 Customizing settings For customization refer to the Comprehensive User Guide posted on www.RocketfishProducts.com and also accessible on your hotspot under Device Settings. To connect to MiFi Device Settings: 1 Open your Web browser and enter http://bestbuyconnect.mifi or http://192.168.1.1 into the address bar, and press Enter or Return. 2 At the top of the page, click the link to download the Comprehensive User Guide. Changing the password
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2 Enter admin in the Login box in the upper right corner, then click Login. 3 Click Password in the menu bar. The Password section opens. 4 Type the current password in the Current Password box. The default password is admin. 5 Type your new password in the New Password and Verify New Password boxes. 6 Click Apply. Note: Record your new password. If you forget your password, you have to reset your hotspot before you can use the Web browser interface again. RF-MFH2 3G Mobile Hotspot 12
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RF RF- -[mo [mod del el#] #] RF RF- -M MFH FH2 2 Setting up a temporary hotspot You can set up a secure temporary hotspot to let a maximum of five devices access your hotspot at one time. When set up a temporary hotspot, your hotspot generates a temporary network name and network key that you can use to let others connect to your mobile hotspot without having to change the security settings on your secure profile. To set up a temporary hotspot: 1 Click Wi-Fi on the menu bar, then click Wi-Fi
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Maintaining • Do not apply adhesive labels to your mobile hotspot. They may cause your hotspot to overheat and alter the performance of the antenna system. • The USB connector should plug easily into your computer’s USB port. Forcing the device into a port may damage the connector. • Protect your hotspot from liquids, dust, and excessive heat. • Store your hotspot in a safe place, when not in use. RF-MFH2 3G Mobile Hotspot 14
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RF RF- -[mo [mod del el#] #] RF RF- -M MFH FH2 2 Troubleshooting Problem Solution Limited or no service • You are outside of your coverage area. • Check with your Internet provide to see if there is a problem with your account. • Move your hotspot to a different location. Walls or nearby building may be interfering with your reception. No power • Make sure that the battery is charged. Connect your hotspot to a power outlet to recharge the battery for at least four hours. • Make sure that th
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Problem Solution Cannot remember the password Enter the default password located on the label on the bottom of your hotspot. OR Reset your hotspot to the factory defaults. See “Resetting your hotspot” on page 17. The power button LED constantly Reset your hotspot to the factory defaults. See “Resetting blinks amber your hotspot” on page 17. The hotspot is frozen or “locked” Reset your hotspot to the factory defaults. See “Resetting your hotspot” on page 17. The hotspot SSID does not appear M
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RF RF- -[mo [mod del el#] #] RF RF- -M MFH FH2 2 Resetting your hotspot Caution: When you reset your hotspot, all settings revert to the default values, including your password and any security settings you may have configured. To reset your hotspot: 1 Make sure that your hotspot is turned on. 2 Find the reset button on your hotspot. Reset button 3 Insert a small, pointed object, such as a paper clip, into the pin-hole that protects the reset button, then press down on the button for about
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Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. General Name Best Buy Connect RF-MFH2 Model RF-MFH2 Approvals COFETEL, NOM, CDG Weight 2.05 oz (58 g) Dimensions (W x D x H) 2.32 × 0.35 × 3.5 ins. (59 mm x 9 mm x 89 mm) Wireless network (dual mode) CDMA 1X/EV-DO Wireless network (Wi-Fi mode) 802.11 b/g Default Network Name (SSID) Best Buy Connect (the last 4 digits of the MAC address) Secure Battery Size: 1150 mAh Time to full charge (AC charger):2.5 hrs (when not in use) Ti
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RF RF- -[mo [mod del el#] #] RF RF- -M MFH FH2 2 Legal notices Federal Communications Commission Notice (FCC – United States) This equipment has been tested to, and found to be within the acceptable limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada ICES-003. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential environment. This equipment generates radio frequency ener
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Cellular Service Agreement 3G Mobile Hotspot uses a wireless digital service that is furnished by Best Buy Connect, a mobile virtual network operator ("MVNO"). The MVNO disclaims all liability of any nature to the customer and any third party, whether direct, indirect, incidental or consequential, arising out of the customers's user of the 3G Mobile Hotspot, and customer agrees that customer shall have no claims against the MVNO of any kind with respect thereto. RF-MFH2 3G Mobile Hotspot 20
