Currently, routers are popular. With their help, you can connect multiple devices to a local network at once. Manufacturers are constantly improving their instruments, regularly releasing new models. This article will review the ZTE MF920. This router is wireless. Acts as an access point. Used to access the expanses of the World Wide Web. Via Wi-Fi, you can connect multiple gadgets at the same time. This router is sold for approximately 3 thousand rubles.
Equipment
The ZTE MF920 WiFi router is packaged in a small cardboard box. Inside it is the device itself. The instruction is offered in Russian and contains a lot of useful information, in particular, a configuration guide. The manufacturer also provided a USB cable, through which the router is charged. There is no power adapter in the kit. However, users claim that the device can be charged from the network and from other gadgets. Battery life recovery takes no more than 5 hours. The time period will depend on the strength of the current.
A few words about the appearance
Many buyers really liked the design of the ZTE MF920. The appliance looks stylish. Two options are on sale: with a black and white case. The latter is most often sold in Beeline mobile phone stores. On the front panel, instead of the manufacturer’s trademark, the operator’s logo flaunts. As for the black copy, it is sold in MegaFon stores. Outwardly, it does not differ at all from the white model, but the index has been changed. In the salons, the device is presented as MR150-5, while the name MegaFon Turbo is presented on the packaging box.
As for the external design, both models have a rectangle-shaped case. Thanks to streamlined edges, the device does not look bulky. Four network indicators are displayed on the front panel. On the upper side there is a micro-USB connector. It is used to connect the device to a PC or a charger. On the opposite side, two function buttons are displayed. The first is the power key. In order to turn on the router, you must press and hold it for about 3 seconds. It is also used to reboot. This mode is activated by pressing the button for ten seconds. The second key is used to enable the WPS and Wi-Fi options. In the first case, hold down the button for 3 seconds. In order to activate / deactivate Wi-Fi, a single press is enough. Provided by the manufacturer and the slot for (U) SIM-card. It is covered with a plastic plug, which is attached to the case on one side. It must be removed carefully so as not to disrupt the mount. Resetting can also be done using the corresponding Reset button. Return to factory settings by pressing it.
Technical specifications
Naturally, every customer, before purchasing a ZTE MF920, is interested in its characteristics. Based on this, in the review it is necessary to consider in detail the main parameters of the device. The “heart” of the router is the Wisefone 7520 chipset of its own production. It is manufactured in compliance with the 28 nm process technology. This processor belongs to economical devices and is most often used in the budget segment.
The indisputable advantage of the router is the support of the modern standard of communication LTE (4G). The device also works with GSM. As for the latter, the data transfer rate is up to 42 Mbps. When connected to fourth-generation networks, using the Internet is, of course, more comfortable. The router provides a fast connection and transmits data at high speed (up to 50 Mbps).
When buying, you need to pay attention to the firmware. Initially, the manufacturer produces a universal device that is able to work with any operators in Russia. But if you purchase it in a certain communication salon, for example, Beeline or MegaFon, then the router will function only with a specific SIM card.
The advantages of this model, users also include dimensions. With a relatively light weight of 120 g, the dimensions of the device are 107.5 × 63.7 × 14.8 mm. The router is compatible with all modern OS - Windows, Linux, Mac OS. The developers installed a rather capacious battery for 2 thousand mAh on the gadget.
The radius of the wireless network is about 10 m. At the same time, up to 8 devices can be connected via Wi-Fi. A router is used to distribute the Internet to laptops, PCs, smartphones, tablets, game consoles.
ZTE MF920: Installation Instructions
The router is connected via a USB cable. You need to install software on your PC that will open access to the web interface. Consider the ways how to connect the device to devices running different OS:
- Microsoft Windows operating system. As a rule, when the router is installed, the software is updated automatically. After starting the utility, you should follow the prompts. The main thing is in no case to interrupt the connection between the PC and the router. If for some reason the automatic installation did not start, then it can be done manually. To do this, you need to enter the PC system menu (shortcut "Computer"). Find the disk with the name of the router, if it does not appear, then you need to click on the external one that was not previously displayed, for example, a CD drive (E :). In the tab that opens, find and run the AutoRun.exe file. Follow the prompts of the installation wizard.
- Apple Mac OS X. To connect the ZTE MF920, you must open the shortcut on the desktop. It will appear immediately after connecting the PC to the router. If it is missing, then the disk can be found in the “Devices” system menu item. Once in it, you need to run the installation file and follow the prompts.
ZTE MF920 router setup
Setting up this model is easy. To do this, you only need a computer and an Internet browser. If the router was purchased in MegaFon stores, then to enter the menu, enter 192.168.0.1 in the address bar and press Enter. A window with a form will open in front of the user, where you must specify the username and password. The first and second lines indicate the word admin. This password is standard and applies to all devices. If desired, the user can change it in the advanced settings. When you enter the menu, access to the wireless network is opened. By default, its name is indicated by the developers as a combination of letters and numbers, for example MegaFonMR150-5 - *****. Wireless connection is required to be password protected. You can see it on the back cover of the device.
The Beeline ZTE MF920 router is configured in this way. The only difference will be the name of the network (for example, Beeline _ *****) and the address. To enter the web interface, you need to type the following digital combination in the browser line - 192.168.8.1.
Indicators
As mentioned above, indicators are displayed on the front panel of the router, which notify the owner of the status of the operation of certain options.
- Network signal. The indicator works in five modes. If the light turns blue, the router is successfully registered in the 4G network. When the Internet is connected, the indicator starts flashing, which indicates data transfer. Registration of the device in 2G / 3G networks is accompanied by a green color. If there is an error or no signal, the indicator lights up in red.
- Battery. If the lamp lights up or blinks red, then this indicates a low battery and the need to connect to the charger. A color change to green indicates a complete restoration of the battery life.
- SMS If there are no new notifications, the light is off. Its inclusion notifies the owner of an unread SMS. The blinking mode is activated when a new SMS message arrives.
- Wi-fi The wireless network indicator operates in three modes. The first is completely off when Wi-Fi is turned off. A flashing light indicates that the network is active. When you turn on WPS, the indicator will glow steadily in blue.
Common faults and solutions
Like any other device, the ZTE MF920 may malfunction. If this happens, do not immediately call professionals, you can try to fix the problem yourself. Consider the most common malfunctions:
- Unable to establish communication between the router and the PC - no software. Requires its installation.
- No access to the Internet - check the signal level, if necessary, change the location of the router, check the settings and (U) SIM card.
- There is no connection between devices via Wi-Fi - check the inclusion of the wireless network function, reboot the router, update the list and select the necessary device.