HUAWEI E5577Cs-321 Mobile WiFi

Product Description

Issue: 01

Date: 2015-2-2

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About This Document

Summary

This document provides information about the major functions, supported services, and system architecture of the HUAWEI E5577Cs-321 Mobile WiFi.

History

Issue	Details	Date
01	First release.	2015-2-2

Chapter 1: Overview

1.1 Brief Introduction

The HUAWEI E5577Cs-321 Mobile WiFi (referred to as the E5577Cs-321) is a high-speed packet access mobile hotspot. It is a multi-mode wireless terminal suitable for SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) and business professionals.

The E5577Cs-321 supports the following standards:

Long Term Evolution (LTE) Frequency Division Duplex (FDD)
Dual Carrier High Speed Packet Access Plus (DC-HSPA+)
High Speed Packet Access Plus (HSPA+)
High Speed Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA)
High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA)
Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS)
Enhanced Data rates for Global Evolution (EDGE)
General Packet Radio Service (GPRS)
Global System for Mobile communications (GSM)

The E5577Cs-321 provides the following services:

LTE FDD packet data service
DC-HSPA+ packet data service
HSPA+/HSPA/UMTS packet data service
EDGE/GPRS packet data service
Short Message Service (SMS)

Users can connect the E5577Cs-321 to a computer via USB or connect wirelessly via Wi-Fi. In areas with LTE FDD/DC-HSPA+/HSPA+/HSPA/UMTS or EDGE/GPRS/GSM network coverage, users can surf the Internet and send/receive messages/emails cordlessly. The E5577Cs-321 is designed to be fast, reliable, and easy to operate, enabling mobile users to experience new features and services, potentially increasing operator ARPU.

Figure 1-1 shows the profile of the E5577Cs-321.

Figure 1-1: E5577Cs-321 profile - Diagram showing the HUAWEI E5577Cs-321 Mobile WiFi device from multiple angles.

1.2 Optional Features

Optional features are functionalities not supported by the standard version or disabled by default. These can be customized according to operator or customer requirements. The E5577Cs-321 offers the following optional features:

IPv6/IPv4 dual stack (optional)
SIM lock (optional)
Dual SSID (optional)

Chapter 2: Features

2.1 Main Features

The E5577Cs-321 supports the following main features:

LTE FDD (DL) data service of up to 150 Mbit/s
LTE FDD (UL) data service of up to 50 Mbit/s
DC-HSPA+ (DL) data service of up to 43.2 Mbit/s
HSPA+ (DL) data service of up to 21.6 Mbit/s
HSDPA (DL) data service of up to 14.4 Mbit/s
HSUPA (UL) data service of up to 5.76 Mbit/s
UMTS data service of up to 384 kbit/s
EDGE data service of up to 236.8 kbit/s
GPRS data service of up to 85.6 kbit/s
PS domain data service based on LTE/UMTS/GSM
SMS based on LTE/UMTS/GSM
Built-in LTE/UMTS/GSM and WLAN high gain antenna
Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands
LTE/3G/Wi-Fi auto offload
Menu-style LCD UI
Support for HUAWEI HiLink APP (Mobile WiFi APP)
Press and Play functionality
Micro Secure Digital Memory (microSD) Card support
IPv6/IPv4 dual stack (optional)
Built-in DHCP Server, DNS RELAY, and NAT
Online software upgrade capability
Traffic statistics tracking
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) support
TFT-LCD screen
Standard Micro USB interface
2D Barcode easy connection

System Requirements:

Operating Systems: Windows Vista SP1/SP2, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 (does not support Windows RT), MAC OS X 10.7, 10.8, and 10.9 with latest upgrades.
Computer hardware system should meet or exceed the recommended system requirements for the installed version of the OS.

2.2 Technical Specifications

2.2.1 Hardware

Table 2-1 lists the hardware specifications:

Item	Specifications
Technical standard	WAN: LTE FDD/DC-HSPA+/HSPA+/HSPA/UMTS/EDGE/GPRS/GSM WLAN: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
Operating frequency	LTE: FDD B1/B3/B5/ B7/B8/B20 DC-HSPA+/HSPA+/HSPA/UMTS: B1/B2/B5/B8 EDGE/GPRS/GSM: B2/B3/B5/B8 WLAN: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
Internal memory	128 MB Flash, 128 MB DDR SDRAM
Maximum transmitter power	LTE: Conform to Power Class 3 Definition UMTS: Conform to Power Class 3 Definition
WLAN	802.11a: 10 dBm 802.11b: 13 dBm 802.11g: 11 dBm 802.11n: 10 dBm (2.4 GHz); 10 dBm (5 GHz)
Receiver sensitivity	LTE: Confirm to 3GPP Requirements UMTS: Confirm to 3GPP Requirements
WLAN	802.11a: -65 dBm@54 Mbit/s 802.11b: -76 dBm@11 Mbit/s 802.11g: -65 dBm@54 Mbit/s 802.11n: -64 dBm@65 Mbit/s
WLAN speed	802.11a: Up to 54 Mbit/s 802.11b: Up to 11 Mbit/s 802.11g: Up to 54 Mbit/s 802.11n: HT20: Support MCS0–MCS7; Up to 72.2 Mbit/s. Support MCS8–MCS15; Up to 144.4 Mbit/s. HT40: Support MCS0–MCS7; Up to 150 Mbit/s. Support MCS8–MCS15; Up to 300 Mbit/s.
Maximum power consumption	3.5 W
Power supply	AC: 100–240 V DC: 5 V, 1 A
Battery	Type: Li (rechargeable) Capacity: 3.8 V, 1500 mAh Maximum working time: 6 hours (depending on the network) Maximum standby time: 300 hours (depending on the network)
External interfaces	Micro USB interface Standard 6-pin SIM card interface Standard microSD card interface
Screen	TFT-LCD
Key-press	Power switch, MENU switch, RESET switch
Antenna	Built-in LTE/UMTS/GSM main antenna Built-in LTE/UMTS diversity antenna Built-in WLAN antenna
Dimensions (W × D × H)	96.8 mm × 58.0 mm × 13.5 mm
Weight	About 82 g (including the battery)
Temperature	Operating: 0°C to +35°C Storage: -20°C to +60°C
Humidity	5% to 95% (non-condensing)

2.2.2 Software

Table 2-2 lists the software specifications:

Item	Description
SMS	Writing/Sending/Receiving Sending/Receiving extra-long messages Storage: Up to 500 messages can be saved in the internal memory of the E5577Cs-321.
Network connection setup	APN management: create, delete and edit. Set up network connection
WLAN setup	SSID broadcasting and hiding None (Open), WEP, WPA2-PSK, and WPA/WPA2-PSK encryption Automatic adjustment of ratios Display STA status Turn off Wi-Fi automatically WLAN MAC filter
Firewall setup	Firewall Switch LAN IP Filter Virtual Server DMZ Service UPnP Service
NAT setup	CONE NAT Symmetric NAT ALG
DHCP setup	DHCP server enabling and disabling Address pool of the DHCP server setup DHCP lease time setup
Software installation	Automatic installation
LTE/3G/Wi-Fi auto offload	Accessing to WAN via LTE/3G or Wi-Fi Automatic offload between LTE/3G and Wi-Fi
IPv6/IPv4 dual stack (optional)	DHCPv6/v4 server and client DNSv6/v4 server and client Display IPv6/v4 WAN address
Other	Network connection settings: Automatic network selection and registration Manual network selection and registration
System requirement	Network status display: signal, operator name, system mode, and so on. LTE network switch: turn on/off LTE network PIN management: activate/deactivate PIN, PIN lock, changing PIN, unblocking by using the PUK. Windows Vista SP1/SP2, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 (does not support Windows RT) Mac OS X 10.7, 10.8 and 10.9 with latest upgrades Your computer's hardware system should meet or exceed the recommended system requirements for the installed version of the OS

Chapter 3: Services and Applications

3.1 Data Service

3.1.1 Wireless Modem

The E5577Cs-321 can function as a wireless modem when Wi-Fi is enabled. Users can utilize default settings or configure APN via the E5577Cs-321 Web page to establish a wireless network connection and access the Internet. A maximum of ten wireless users can connect to the E5577Cs-321 simultaneously. The device supports the access point (AP) function for WLAN.

Figure 3-1: Multi-device access via Wi-Fi and USB at the same time - Diagram illustrating multi-device access via Wi-Fi and USB simultaneously. It shows the E5577Cs-321 connected to a PC via USB and wirelessly to multiple devices (laptop, smartphone, tablet).

3.1.2 USB Modem

After connecting the E5577Cs-321 to a PC with a USB data cable, the Web page is automatically displayed on the PC desktop. Users can directly use default settings (or configure APN on the E5577Cs-321 Web page) to set up a network connection. This allows sending/receiving emails, accessing the network wirelessly, and downloading files through wireless data channels.

Figure 3-2: One-device access via USB - Diagram showing a single device (PC) connected to the E5577Cs-321 via a USB data cable.

3.1.3 LTE/3G/Wi-Fi Auto Offload

The E5577Cs-321 enables Internet access via LTE, 3G, or Wi-Fi. When used in areas with a Wi-Fi hotspot (e.g., airports, cafes, hotels, or homes), the E5577Cs-321 automatically switches to Wi-Fi connection, saving LTE/3G network traffic fees. When this function is enabled, a maximum of nine wireless users can access the E5577Cs-321 simultaneously.

Figure 3-3: LTE/3G/Wi-Fi auto offload - Diagram illustrating LTE/3G/Wi-Fi auto offload. It shows an Internet source connecting to a Wi-Fi hotspot, which then connects to the E5577Cs-321. The E5577Cs-321 is shown connecting to devices via Wi-Fi, and also has LTE/3G connectivity.

3.2 SMS

The E5577Cs-321 supports writing, sending, and receiving messages. Users can manage messages through the Web page, including accessing an inbox, outbox, and drafts.

Figure 3-4: Menu-style LCD UI - Diagram of the menu-style LCD UI of the E5577Cs-321, showing navigation options like 'Back', 'Device Info', '2D Barcode', 'Wi-Fi band', with 'Menu', 'Next', and 'OK' buttons.

3.4.1 Scanning a 2D Barcode to Download the HUAWEI HiLink APP (Mobile WiFi APP)

Users can scan a 2D barcode on the E5577Cs-321's LCD to download the HUAWEI HiLink APP (Mobile WiFi APP) to their Android devices.

3.4.2 Scanning a 2D Barcode to Connect to the Internet

If an Android device with the HUAWEI HiLink APP (Mobile WiFi APP) installed is used, users can quickly connect their device to the E5577Cs-321 to access the Internet by scanning a 2D barcode on the E5577Cs-321's LCD.

Chapter 4: System Architecture

4.1 System Architecture

Figure 4-1 shows the system architecture.

Figure 4-1: System architecture - Block diagram of the E5577Cs-321 system architecture, showing modules like Radio frequency module, Baseband signal processing, Power module, Application system, Protocol stack, Bottom layer drivers, and User interface, connecting to PC and Mobile phone/Tablet via USB and Wi-Fi.

4.2 Functional Modules

Radio frequency module: Sends/receives radio signals and modulates/demodulates radio frequency (RF) signals and baseband signals.
Baseband signal processing: Processes LTE FDD /DC-HSPA+/HSPA+/UMTS/EDGE/GPRS/GSM baseband digital signals, including:
- Modulating/Demodulating LTE FDD /DC-HSPA+/HSPA+/UMTS/EDGE/GPRS/GSM baseband signals
- Encoding/Decoding LTE FDD/DC-HSPA+/HSPA+/UMTS/EDGE/GPRS/GSM channel
Bottom layer driver: Drives peripherals, including USB devices, Wi-Fi devices, screens, buttons, and SIM cards.
Protocol stack system: Processes protocols of LTE FDD/ DC-HSPA+/HSPA+/UMTS/EDGE/GPRS/GSM and TCP/IP.
Application system: Provides management systems, including SMS, PS domain service, Wi-Fi configuration, network service, Web service, and Web page. Users can set management parameters via the Web page.
User interface: Provides human-computer interaction, including a screen and buttons.

Chapter 5: Packing List

This chapter describes the items contained in the package of the E5577Cs-321.

Table 5-1 lists the items contained in the package of the E5577Cs-321:

Item	Quantity	Remarks
Mobile WiFi	1	Standard
Rechargeable Battery (1500 mAh)	1	Standard
USB Cable	1	Standard
Quick Start	1	Standard
Safety Information	1	Standard
Charger	1	Optional
Warranty Card	1	Optional

Acronyms and Abbreviations

Acronym/Abbreviation	Meaning
3G	The Third Generation
AES	Advanced Encryption Standard
ALG	application level gateway
APN	access point name
ARPU	average revenue per user
ASCII	American Standard Code for Information Interchange
DHCP	Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
DMZ	demilitarized zone
DNS	Domain Name Server
EDGE	Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution
FDD	frequency division duplex
GPRS	General Packet Radio Service
GSM	Global System for Mobile Communications
HSPA+	High Speed Packet Access Plus
HSUPA	High Speed Uplink Packet Access
HSDPA	High Speed Downlink Packet Access
IEEE	Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
IP	Internet Protocol
LCD	Liquid Crystal Display
LTE	Long Term Evolution
MAC	Medium Access Control
Modem	Modulator Demodulator
NAT	Network Address Translation
OS	Operating System
PC	personal computer
PIN	personal identification number
PnP	Plug and Play
PS	packet switched
PUK	PIN unblocking key
SIM	subscriber identity module
SMS	short messaging service
SOHO	small office home office
SSID	Service Set Identifier
TFT	Thin Film Transistor
TKIP	Temporal Key Integrity Protocol
UMTS	Universal Mobile Telecommunications System
UPnP	Universal Plug and Play
USB	Universal Serial Bus
WAN	wireless area network
WEP	wired equivalent privacy
Wi-Fi	Wireless Fidelity
WLAN	wireless local area network
WPA	Wi-Fi Protected Access

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