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O2 ZTE MF823D 4G LTE USB Stick

ZTE had offered a new LTE surfstick for Germany network providers. The model ZTE MF823 is for 1&1. The brother model ZTE MF823D is also available for the operator O2. Below are the details features for ZTE MF823D.

LTE features and Characteristics of ZTE MF823
Manufacturer and Model	ZTE MF823D
Download rate up	Up to 100 MBit/s
Upload rate up	Up to 50 MBit/s
Compatible LTE Bands	LTE800, LTE900, LTE1800, LTE 2600MHz
Backward compatible with:	DC-HSPA+, UMTS, EDGE, GPRS
MIMO Support:	MIMO 2×2
Connector for external antenna	Yes; 2 aerial socket type TS-9 available(Buy ZTE MF823D Antenna)
LTE Category:	LTE modem category 3 (3GPP Release 8)
Chipset	Qualcomm
Others
Dimensions	90 mm x 28.4 mm x 13 mm
USB standard	USB 2.0
Memory card expansion	Yes; MicroSD up to 32 GB
Compatible Operating Systems	Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Mac OS (from 10.4)

Technical Specifications

The ZTE MF823 from Chinese telecommunications equipment vendor ZTE, replaces the current model MF821D from O2. All thing should be mentioned that ZTE MF823 is not the best USB stick when the ZTE MF825 is also in its product range. It supports LTE category 3 (max. 100 Mbit) and therefore with all networks from O2. In any case, the mobile service provider can offer data connections on the basis of category 4, which allows data rates up to 150 Mbps. It supports the LTE frequencies at 800, 900, 1800 and 2600 MHz – for operation in European countries. Likewise, the MF823 could also support DC-HSPA+ (to 42.2 Mbps), UMTS and GSM networks.

Unlike the Speed Stick 4 by Telekom, the stick fortunately has two connectors for an external antenna – optional to improve reception. Like almost all other models, user can insert a MicroSD memory card of up to 32GB of storage space for data of all kinds.

Others

Users do not have to install an extra software for the MF823, which would be auto connect to network. It is controlled conveniently from the browser via the web interface. It is enough to enter the following IP in the browser: http://192.168.3.1. The interface shows all important data at a glance. And you can see, how much volume you have already used in the current billing month. The stick is also compatible with the IPv6 protocol. According to the manufacturer ZTE, the MF823 uses about 1/4 less power than even the previous generations. It’s special for operation on a laptop or tablet. We are also pleased that quite modest dimensions of the model. At just 13 mm in height and 26 grams, it is one of the shallower representatives of its kind. It is alleged that the world’s smallest LTE data modem. Important to mention would be that there is no SIM lock, so the drive can be used with Contract card of other network operators.

Conclusion

The ZTE MF823 for O2 can provider users at an acceptable price for mobile Internet. With slim size and decent network support, it could be good partner for laptop. It’s available on www.4gltemall.com . But if you want to find better models, the Speed Stick III or the Huawei E3276, may be good options, but they are also more expensive.

1 & 1 LTE Mobile Stick – ZTE MF823

Since summer of 2014, 1&1 also has its tariffs for mobile surfing via LTE. The basis for this is a more compatible LTE surf stick. The model number is ZTE MF823. This can be ordered as an option to new contracts. We show the features and specifications about 1 & 1 LTE Stick.

LTE Feature and Specifications of the 1 & 1 LTE sticks
Manufacturer and model	ZTE MF823
Download rate	Up to 100 MBit/s
Upload rate	Up to 50 MBit/s
Compatible LTE Bands	LTE 800, 900, 1800 and 2600 MHz
Backward compatible with:	DC-HSPA+, UMTS, EDGE, GPRS
MIMO Support:	MIMO 2×2
Connector for external antenna	Yes; 2 aerial socket type TS-9 available(Buy ZTE MF823 Antenna)
LTE Category:	LTE modem category 3 (3GPP Release 8)
Chipset	Qualcomm
Others
Dimensions	90 mm x 28.4 mm x 13 mm
USB standard	USB 2.0
Memory card expansion	Yes; MicroSD up to 32 GB
Compatible Operating Systems	Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Mac OS (from 10.4)
Availability	www.4gltemall.com

While Telekom and Vodafone mostly rely on products from Huawei, ZTE cooperates with 1 & 1. Behind the 1 & 1 LTE stick, it hides the model number ZTE MF823. In addition, 1 & 1 offers a mobile 4G Router (MF910) at flat rates in connection with his laptop. The LTE Stick is with a non-branded, white version with ZTE logo.

Technical characteristics

1 & 1 LTE-Stick is a solid, typical middle class model. It supports LTE category 3 hardware, so that the downstream hypothetically to 100 Mbit/s could be achieved. For Notebook Flats that was good enough, as the rates offer only up to 50 MBit anyway. The device can communicate at 800, 900, 1800 and 2600 MHz by 4G. Since 1 & 1 only runs on 1.8 GHz, the MF823 stick could also work with other network partners such as Vodafone, O2, E-Plus etc.. But you must unlocked the 1&1 LTE stick. If there is no LTE reception locally, the drive switches to 3G or 2G standards, so that nevertheless could be surfed. If the signal is not good, over 2 sockets (TS-9) also can connect an antenna for improved reception.

Operation and Installation

The installation is quite simple. Like many modern sticks, the 1 & 1 LTE stick also comes now without installing an extra software. The operation and configuration takes place, easily accessible via the browser. After first plugging it starts once a setup. This installs the necessary drivers, as well as an icon on the desktop “4G Hostless Modem” applies. After a short time, it further launches a browser window with the ZTE logo. Until this process is completed, it passed no more than 30 seconds.

Conclusion

A for the 1 & 1 LTE offers quite suitable and uncomplicated stick for a small price. Simply plug in and start surfing – so it should be a good partner to surf internet. But if you prefer the original factory model, you could check the ZTE MF823 directly from www.4gltemall.com .

Difference between ZTE MF831 and MF823

ZTE MF831 is the new 4G LTE Wireless modem which supports TDD & FDD networks. It’s a LTE Category 4 Internet USB Stick, which support peak download speed up to 150Mbps on FDD network and upload speed to 50Mbps. Since we had introduced the predecessor ZTE MF823 USB Stick, what’s the difference between the two sticks? Today, we will have a look at the difference between them.

Model	ZTE MF831	ZTE MF823
Form Type	4G Datacard	4G Datacard
Brand	ZTE	ZTE
Category	LTE Cat4	LTE Cat3
Network Technology	4G TD-LTE/FDD-LTE/UMTS/DC-HSPA+/EGPRS/GSM	4G FDD-LTE/UMTS/DC-HSPA+/EGPRS/GSM
Frequency Bands	LTE-FDD 800(B20)/900(B8)/1800(B3)/2600(B7)/2100MHz LTE TDD 2600(B38) OR 2300M(B40)	LTE-FDD: 800/900/1800/2600MHz
	UMTS 900/2100MHz	UMTS 900/2100MHz
	GPRS/GSM/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900MHz	GPRS/GSM/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900MHz
Data Rates	LTE Peak Download Speed to 150Mbps LTE Upload Speed to 50Mbps	LTE Peak Download Speed to 100Mbps LTE Upload Speed to 50Mbps
Data Rates	DC-HSPA+ DL Speed to 42Mbps, UL Speed to 11Mbps	DC-HSPA+ DL Speed to 42Mbps, UL Speed to 5.76Mbps
MIMO	Yes	Yes
Interface	USB	USB
Antenna	Built-in Antenna	Built-in Antenna, Two external Antenna Connectors
Storage SD card	MicroSD card expandable to 32GB	MicroSD card expandable to 32GB
SMS	?	YES
Supported OS	Win7, Windows XP, Vista, Win8, Mac OS	Win8，Win7，Vista，Windows XP，Mac OS
Online Upgrade	Yes	Yes
Dimension	90×28.4×13mm	90×28.4×13mm

From the blank, we can see ZTE MF831 and MF823 are in the same dimension. ZTE MF831 is the upgraded version of ZTE MF823. MF831 is LTE Category 4 Stick which supports peak download speed to 150mbps, and it’s first ZTE LTE Cat4 Stick. With the support TDD network, ZTE MF831 could work well with more network providers. It supports more LTE Bands than MF823, and data rate speed is almost 1.5 times than MF823.

They are both compatible with 3G UMTS 900/2100MHz networks; with DC-HSPA+ technology, they could reach peak download speed to 42mbps. When LTE networks are not available, they would automatically switch to UMTS network to get the reliable network with fastest speed. But ZTE MF831 support upload speed to 11Mbps while MF823 supports 5.76Mbps.

However, it seems there is no external antenna connector in MF831, while MF823 has two external antenna connectors which will be more useful for MIMO connection. They both support microSD storage card expandable to 32GB. And they can both works with the latest operation system: Win7, Windows XP, Vista, Win8, Mac OS etc..

So ZTE MF831 is better with upgraded function, but if you want the 4G datacard with antenna connector, MF823 seems to be the right model.

O2 4G LTE Surfstick ZTE MF823 Test

In the last few weeks, O2 has a new LTE Surfstick ZTE MF823 in the product range. We have taken the “O2 Surf Stick 4G LTE” in detail and tested it in O2 LTE network. The ZTE MF823 is available on www.4gltemall.com without contract and is one of the best LTE surf sticks on the market. Inside the MF823 is a modem from Qualcomm, which belongs to LTE category 3 (up to 100 Mbit/s) UE and 3G UMTS, including DC-HSPA+ and GSM are naturally supported. LTE Category 4 is not supported yet, however, O2 advertises currently does speeds of up to 50 Mbit/s in its LTE network.

The ZTE MF823 is one of the smallest LTE surf sticks

Delivery and first impression
ZTE MF823 surf stick comes in a flat cardboard box, which looks like similar to the first O2 LTE sticks ZTE MF821D. Only on the design and on the back label, you can see that it is a different and new version of the surf sticks. The package is very simple, next to the surf stick is only listed a German-language Quick Start Guide.
At first glance, the ZTE MF823 in white seems very appealing. The dimensions and the weight is relatively low for an LTE Surf Stick, differences to a normal UMTS surf stick are no longer available. The entire front is removable, below that is the slot for the memory card and SIM card. The SIM card must be in standard size (mini-SIM). The USB port is protected by a cap, unfortunately the stick is not rotatable, and so the stick is always a few inches out of the laptop.

Settings
The O2 Surf Stick 4G LTE ZTE MF823 requires for operation software on the computer, only need to install drivers. After the first installation of the driver, the icon on the desktop of Windows or Mac OS is added. The configuration is thus completely browser-based, the steps works like the MiFi routers. The web interface has been found in the test as a great advantage, since it reacted extremely quickly and for the user, the operation is much more comfortable compared to separate software on the computer.
In the above embedded video, the settings in the web interface are described in detail, so we will limit ourselves here to the main functions: it provides detailed statistics on online time and data usage, you can send SMS messages and also modify the network technology if necessary, such as when the ZTE should MF823 spark only in the LTE network.

Under the cover, there is a slot for SIM cards and memory cards

An LED on the front of the ZTE MF823 is to inform about the current connection status. Once a connection to the Internet, the LED flashes – this is initially a bit confusing because it is the other way around, which is different from other surf sticks. The LED lights up when the connection is constant and without an active connection there is only a flashing visible. The connection itself is very fast, in our test, it connected much faster than modems with separate connection software. The reception strength in the LTE network was satisfactory, and it was strong, particularly in areas with poor reception. A short USB extension cable in this package box is found in the test to be very useful.

If desired, you can also equip the ZTE MF823 with two external antennas. This requires usually one or two adapters of TS-9 operation in LTE, a MIMO antenna or two simple antennas should be used in any case. And the operation in a Dovado router such as the Tiny Dovado is possible. But unfortunately, AVM FRITZ! did not recognize the ZTE MF823, so no internet connection could be made.

The operation on a router – here the Dovado Tiny – is possible

O2 LTE network: good extension, decent speeds
While using the ZTE MF823, we have also tested the LTE network from O2. We have performed velocity measurements in the entire city of Nuremberg; also we were in the region around Cologne. Both cities are so-called high-speed Areas of O2 and therefore already serve a large area with LTE. But even far outside of these cities, one often has a good LTE supply.
Under O2 LTE network, the speed could often reach to the advertised maximum of 50 Mbit/s download when located in the city. Even more surprising, the good uplink speeds could often reach above 20 Mbit/s, here you can praise the technicians of O2, and the other vendors generally offer considerably lower speeds. Latencies were on average between 40 and 60 milliseconds, in comparison with a bit higher than the competition.

The O2 Surf Stick 4G LTE ZTE MF823 has two antenna connectors

When one uses the O2 LTE network, is a fast page loading guaranteed. In the test Wore good speeds were available even in weak signal areas, which is different from the UMTS network, you can clearly see. So for O2 customers, it is certainly worthwhile to invest a few more euros for a LTE-capable rate, so at least our opinion after the test. If you get the unlocked ZTE MF823, you can use it with Vodafone, Telekom and O2.

Conclusion
The ZTE MF823 is a solid LTE stick, with which you cannot go wrong. Although the technology is not completely up to date (“only” 100 Mbit/s), the price is good and operation convinced with fast service and good data rates.

ZTE MF822 4G Aircard VS ZTE MF823 4G Modem

Since more and more people are using 4G network for their home or office, they improve the communication efficiency through high network connection speed. As one of the important telecom equipment sipplier, ZTE had releases many 4G Aircards for various operators. And more and more people know ZTE and ZTE 4G modems.

ZTE MF823 and MF822 are two of the hot 4G dongles. ZTE MF823 is the world’s slimmest 4G USB dongle. Due to the compacity requirement, the inner part of a 4G modem usually contains more contents so as to fulfill more functions and high demand for network. This feature makes 4G dongle in bigger body than 3G modems. ZTE optimized this feature and let MF823 in slim size, actually, some predecessor model of ZTE MF823 is also very big, many users feedback they don’t like the big body..

ZTEMF823 4G USB Stick is now available for O2 contract, the O2 LTE USB 4G could support 4G LTE FDD bands 3/7/8/20 (800/900/1800/2600MHz), which is for Germany 4G network. However, the unlocked ZTE MF823 would in other European countries, such France, Portugal, UK, Switzerland, Netherlands and Finland. Most of the 4G network frequency bands are similar, which makes the roam of ZTE MF823 come true. What’s more, ZTE Mf823 could work with most 4G operators in Asia and Middle East.

By the way, unlike the first generation 4G dongle from ZTE, MF823 is in compact USB design, the USB can’t rotate. The other model ZTE MF822 is one special one, it’s a 4G USB Modem for North America. It could support 4G LTE frequency band 4 and band 7 (1700/2100/2600MHz), which is mostly deployed in Canada and USA. ZTE MF822 is already available for Canada operator “Rogers”. To work with Rogers, the FCC certificate is necessary for the device. As we know, ZTE MF822 is the only model that combines 4G band 4 and band 7. So unlocked ZTE MF822 could work in Canada and also roam to work with some operators in USA. Frankly speaking, ZTE MF822 could also work with the operators in Asia and Europe who provider the LTE band 7. So MF822 is also powerful in the compatibility with global operators.

ZTE MF823 and MF822 are not brother models, but they are both LTE category 3 USB modem. They both support the peak download speed up to 100Mbps and upload speed up to 50Mbps. The speeds are amazing for the user to trip or surf outdoor, if you want unlock MF823 or MF822, welcome to visit http://www.4gltemall.com/4g-usb-modem/zte-4g-lte-modem.html .

ZTE MF823 4G LTE Datacard- World’s Smallest 4G USB Surfstick

ZTE Corporation (“ZTE”) (H share stock code: 0763.HK / A share stock code: 000063.SZ), a publicly traded, global provider of telecommunications equipment, network solutions and mobile devices, announced the market launch of the ZTE MF823 known, the smallest 4G LTE data card in the world.

With its driver-less functionality ZTE MF823 4G LTE Datacard offers consumers a quick and easy internet access. It uses Qualcomm’s LTE chip platform of the second generation and has a thickness of only 13mm, which is nearly a third of the size of LTE data cards and the first generation makes it the smallest LTE map of the world.

The MF823 works with Web UI, supports IPv6 and is compatible with all major operating systems and Win8/XP/Mac. Since they LTE FDD DL / UL 100/50Mbps and UMTS HSPA +: support DL / UL 42/5.76Mbps and backward compatible with GPRS / GSM, it offers users wherever they are, high-speed access to the Internet without landline or public hotspot.

Moreover, it is succeeded ZTE, reduce the power consumption in comparison with the MF823 LTE cards of the first generation by a third. Their emission properties were improved and because it has the industry’s lowest operating temperature, it heats itself not on prolonged use.

The MF823 has been in terms of high bandwidth, low latency and high communication rates optimized (the failure rate of the data and to reduce voice transmission), so that users can enjoy a new generation of mobile internet access with high bandwidth.

The ZTE MF823 is already available in Kazakhstan and will soon arrive in Europe and Asia-Pacific countries to the market.

Since 2008, ZTE has focused its research and development and investments on its LTE products and received several core technology patents for LTE devices. This year brought the ZTE MF820S2 the world’s first multi-standard USB modem and to the MF91S the first UFI device in the world to market. In addition, ZTE was the first Chinese manufacturer to introduce a 4G LTE smartphone, the Grand X LTE (T82). Among global telecom vendors ZTE currently has seven per cent of the basic patents for 4G LTE.

About ZTE

ZTE is a publicly listed global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions with the most comprehensive product range covering virtually all segments of the telecommunications market, including wireless, access & bearer systems, value-added services, devices and professional services. The company delivers innovative, custom-made products and services to over 500 operators in more than 140 countries, helping them to meet the changing demands of their customers while achieving continued revenue growth. In 2011, ZTE increased its sales by 29 percent to 13.7 billion U.S. dollars. The company sales abroad increased in this period by 30 percent to 7.4 billion U.S. dollars, making 54.2 percent of total operating revenues from. ZTE commits 10 percent of its annual turnover to research and development and takes in a number of international bodies developing emerging telecoms standards play a leading role. As a company with sound corporate social responsibility (CSR) attaches great importance, ZTE is a member of the UN Global Compact network. The company is China’s only listed telecoms manufacturer, with shares simultaneously on the stock exchanges of Hong Kong and Shenzhen listed (H share stock code: 000063.SZ: 0763.HK / A share stock code).

ZTE MF823 4G LTE Surfstick–World’s Smallest 4G LTE Datacard

ZTE Corporation (ZTE), ein börsennotiertes globaler Anbieter von Telekommunikationsanlagen, Netzwerk-Lösungen und mobile Geräte, hat die Markteinführung des ZTE MF823, die “weltweit kleinste” 4G LTE Datenkarte angekündigt.
Mit Fahrer-free-Funktionen bietet das ZTE MF823 Verbraucher schnell und einfach Internet-Konnektivität. Es verwendet Qualcomm der zweiten Generation LTE Chip-Plattform und ist nur 13mm dick, fast ein Drittel der Größe der ersten Generation LTE Datenkarte und ist damit der weltweit kleinste LTE Datenkarte.
Die ZTE MF823 hat eine Web UI Betrieb, unterstützt IPv6 und ist kompatibel mit Win8/XP/Mac und allen gängigen Betriebssystemen. Es unterstützt LTE-FDD DL / UL 100/50Mbps, UMTS-HSPA +: DL / UL 42/5.76Mbps und GPRS / GSM Abwärtskompatibilität Verbrauchern zu ermöglichen, Highspeed-Internetzugang genießen, wo sie ohne die Notwendigkeit für eine Festnetz Internet verbinden oder öffentlichen WiFi-Hotspot.
Der durchschnittliche Stromverbrauch des MF823 wurde ebenfalls stark gegenüber dem Verbrauch der ersten Generation LTE Datenkarte reduziert, sondern nutzt ein Drittel weniger Strom. Es hat strahlenden Eigenschaften verbessert und mit der niedrigsten Betriebstemperatur in der Branche wird es nicht fühlen sich auch nach langer Zeit der Benutzung heiß.
Die MF823 wurde im Hinblick auf die hohe Bandbreite, niedrige Verzögerung und hohe Übertragungsgeschwindigkeit (um das Ablegen von Daten-und Sprachkommunikation zu reduzieren) optimiert, um sicherzustellen, dass Benutzer können eine neue Generation von mobilen hoher Bandbreite Internet-Zugang genießen.

Die ZTE MF823 hat bereits in Kasachstan gestartet worden und wird in Kürze in Europa und im asiatisch-pazifischen Raum.
Seit 2008 ZTE hat R & D und Investitionen auf LTE Terminal-Produkte fokussiert und hat bereits eine Reihe von LTE-Terminal Kerntechnologie-Patente erhalten. Früher in diesem Jahr ZTE startete der weltweit erste Multi-Standard-USB-Modem, das MF820 und UFI, der MF91. ZTE war auch das erste China Festland Anbieter, der eine 4G LTE Smartphone, das Grand X LTE (T82) zu starten. Derzeit ZTE verfügt über sieben Prozent der 4G LTE grundlegenden Patente unter den globalen Telekommunikations-Anbieter.