Connect your computer or phone to the E5172 via Wi-Fi or Ethernet cable.
I needed a VPN. Not for privacy. For survival. Someone was watching the packets. Every time I tried to upload the geological survey data, the connection would lag, then drop. A silent tap . The only way out was a tunnel: a VPN. Configure VPN on HUAWEI E5172
Configuring a VPN on the HUAWEI E5172 LTE CPE allows you to encrypt the internet traffic for every device connected to your network, including smart TVs and gaming consoles that may not support native VPN apps. Connect your computer or phone to the E5172
To confirm the VPN is active, visit a site like WhatIsMyIP.com from a connected device. It should display the location and IP address of your VPN server rather than your actual LTE provider. Setting the VPN client of a HUAWEI CPE For survival