An Encounter A Montage of ZTE’s MF30

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Sunday finally arrived. I was sitting alone in a cafe, browsing websites on my Macbook Pro when a lady nearby approached me and softly spoke “can you get online?” After a moment’s surprise, I nodded yes. She frowned and murmured, “I thought the wireless network here was disconnected. Now it seems there is a problem with my laptop.” I smiled and told her that I did not use the wireless network here; instead, I used the 3G network. To her amazement I took an MF30 wireless router from my bag.

MF30 is a “pebble” with smooth lines that can be used as an access point (AP). It provides Wi-Fi signals so that surrounding laptops can connect to the Internet. Normally, wireless routers require broadband connection and supporting power; but the MF30 can access the Internet via a 3G network and does not always need a power source. The four indicator lights in the front display the power meter, network signal, output transmission, and Wi-Fi signal. Even without instructions, I can use it to connect my Macbook Pro to the network.

Initially, I did not expect too much from the MF30 since broadband is almost everywhere. It was after a few fieldwork experiences that my team and I took a fancy to this little piece of equipment. When we carry out geological explorations, on-site transmission of data is often necessary. In the past, we inserted a data card in the laptop, which also required software installation and commissioning. With the introduction of MF30, our work efficiency has been greatly improved. After installing a 3G mobile SIM card into it, the computer can access the Internet without performing any other operations, and it even works in a bag. 

  
 While my mind was still wandering, the stranger seemed embarrassed to ask whether she could share my network to deal with an urgent matter. I could not refuse her. I gave her my MF30 password so she could log onto the Internet and do her work. As I was surfing the Internet, my mind was on her. Very soon, she came to thank me and asked for my number, saying that one day she’d invite me to dinner. I graciously accepted, but understood what my friends say is true: me and MF30 were already a match made in heaven!