Quick Start Guide NetShair Nano Ultra Portable Wi-Fi Router/Access Point GWPAP1 PART NO. Q1376 1 www.iogear.
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Table of Content Package Contents 4 System Requirements 4 Overview 4 Charging 5 Router Mode or AP Mode 5 Hardware Installation 6 Software Setup: Which device do you have? 6 NetShair Nano Setup - iPod / iPhone / iPad 7 Internet Connection - iPod / iPhone / iPad 8 Wireless Security Settings - iPod / iPhone / iPad 12 NetShair Nano Setup - Android 13 Internet Connection - Android 14 Wireless Security Settings - Android 18 NetShair Nano Setup - Computer / Other 19 Internet Connection
Package Contents 1 x NetShair Nano Wi-Fi Router/ Access Point 1 x Quick Start Guide 1 x Warranty Card System Requirements • USB port or USB charger • Wired Ethernet connection with standard RJ45 connector • Wi-Fi enabled computer or mobile device with either Android 2.3.3+ or iOS 5.1+ • NetShair Nano App downloaded from Google Play Store™ or Apple App Store SM (App not required for PC/MAC) Overview 4 7. Reset button 8. USB pass-through charging port 1 2 3 7 6 5 4 RS 1.
Charging RS USB pass-through charging port: connect to charge most smartphones and USB devices (1A maximum pass-through current). Router Mode or AP Mode The NetShair Nano can be used in one of two operating modes: Router Mode and Access Point Mode Router Mode: This is the default setting and is commonly used for most applications. Router Mode converts an Ethernet connection to Wi-Fi with DHCP, enabling you to create a private Wi-Fi network and share Internet access to multiple users and devices.
fee for each device connected, use Router Mode to share a single IP address between your connected devices. Using AP mode on these networks would require each device to have a separate IP address, likely causing an access charge for each one. Hardware Installation Do not connect the Ethernet cable until app/client setup is complete! 1. To power on the NetShair Nano, plug into a USB port on your computer or to a USB charging adapter of any mobile device. 2.
NetShair Nano Setup iPod / iPhone / iPad Do not connect Ethernet cable until last step! (See Internet Connection) 1. Make sure you have downloaded the NetShair Nano App prior to setup! 2. To download the NetShair Nano App, open the App StoreSM on your iPod, iPhone or iPad. Search for the “NetShair Nano” App and download it to your device. 3. After installation is complete, the NetShair Nano App icon will be shown on the device.
Internet Connection iPod / iPhone / iPad Router Mode Setting Follow the steps below to setup the NetShair Nano for Router Mode. If you are unsure about which mode to use, see Router Mode or AP Mode (page 5) to confirm the proper setting. 1. Make sure the “NetShair_Nano_XXXX” Wi-Fi network is connected. Open the NetShair Nano App. 2. On the Home screen, tap Advance Setting. 3. Tap the Set Operation Mode button 4. Select Router for the Operation Mode. 5.
Router Mode: DHCP (Default) 1. On the Home screen, tap Advance Setting, then Set WAN Interface. 2. The default setting is DHCP client. If the network requires a username and password to access, select PPPoE. Enter the username and password then tap OK. 3. Tap Restart to save settings. 4. After the NetShair Nano reboots, connect an Ethernet cable to the NetShair Nano. The Network LED indicator will light solid once a successful connection has been made. 5. Connect back to NetShair_Nano_XXXX Wi-Fi network.
Router Mode: PPPoE NetShair Nano comes preset for DHCP Mode which is the standard mode for cable internet providers. When using NetShair Nano with a DSL Modem please follow the steps below: 1. Make sure the NetShair_Nano_XXXX Wi-Fi Network is connected. 2. After setting the NetShair Nano in Router Mode (see Router Mode Setting), tap on Advance Setting and then select Set WAN Interface. 3. Select PPPoE from the menu and enter username and password. 4. Tap OK, then Restart when prompted.
Access Point Mode Setting Follow the steps below to setup the NetShair Nano for AP Mode. If you are unsure about which mode to use, see Router Mode or AP Mode (page 5) to confirm the proper setting. 1. Make sure the “NetShair_Nano_XXXX” Wi-Fi network is connected. Open the NetShair Nano App. 2. On the Home screen, tap Advance Settings. 3. Tap Set Operation Mode and then tap Access Point. 4. Tap Restart to save settings. 5. After the NetShair Nano reboots, connect an Ethernet cable to the NetShair Nano.
Wireless Security Settings iPod / iPhone / iPad In order to change the Network Name (SSID) or password (Network Key) for the wireless network created by NetShair Nano, please refer to the following steps: Option 1: Wireless Password To change the pre-shared network key, enter a new key with a minimum of 8 characters. 1.
NetShair Nano Setup Android Do not connect Ethernet cable until last step! (See Internet Connection) 1. Make sure you have downloaded the NetShair Nano App prior to setup! 2. To download the NetShair Nano App, open the Google Play™ Store on your Android device. Search for the “NetShair Nano” App and download it to your device. 3. After installation is complete, the NetShair Nano App icon will be shown on the device.
Internet Connection Android Router Mode Setting Follow the steps below to setup the NetShair Nano for Router Mode. If you are unsure about which mode to use, see Router Mode or AP Mode (page 5) to confirm the proper setting. 1. Make sure the “NetShair_Nano_XXXX” Wi-Fi network is connected. Open the NetShair Nano App. 2. On the Home screen, tap Advance Setting. 3. Tap Set Operation Mode and then tap Router and press OK. 4.
Router Mode: DHCP (Default) 1. On the Home screen, tap Advance Settings, then Set WAN Interface. 2. By default the NetShair Nano is set to DHCP client. If the network requires a username and password to access, select PPPoE. Enter the username and password then tap OK. 3. Tap Restart to save settings. 4. After the NetShair Nano reboots, connect an Ethernet cable. The Network LED indictor will light solid once a successful connection has been made. 5. Connect back to NetShair_Nano_XXXX Wi-Fi network.
Router Mode: PPPoE NetShair Nano comes preset for DHCP Mode which is the standard mode for cable internet providers. When using NetShair Nano with a DSL Modem please follow the steps below: 1. Make sure the NetShair_Nano_XXXX Wi-Fi Network is connected. 2. After setting the NetShair Nano in Router Mode (see Router Mode Setting), tap on Advance Setting and then select Set WAN Interface. 3. Select PPPoE from the menu and enter username and password. 4. Tap OK, then Restart when prompted.
Access Point Mode Setting Follow the steps below to setup the NetShair Nano for AP Mode. If you are unsure about which mode to use, see Router Mode or AP Mode (page 5) to confirm the proper setting. 1. Make sure the “NetShair_Nano_XXXX” Wi-Fi network is connected. Open the NetShair Nano App. 2. On the Home screen, tap Advance Setting. 3. Tap Set Operation Mode and then Access Point. 4. Tap Restart to save settings. 5. After the NetShair reboots, connect an Ethernet cable.
Wireless Security Settings Android In order to change the Network Name (SSID) or password (Network Key) for the wireless network created by NetShair Nano, please refer to the following steps: Option 1: Wireless Password To change the pre-shared network key, enter a new key with a minimum of 8 characters. 1. Tap Basic Setting > Set Wireless Security > Fill in new Password > Tap OK. Option 2: Network Name To change the name of your wireless network (SSID) enter the new name in the SSID box. 1.
NetShair Nano Setup Computer / Other Note: Follow the steps below to setup NetShair Nano using the web client for computers or mobile devices with a full HTML browser. Do not connect Ethernet cable until last step! (See Internet Connection) 1. Power on the NetShair Nano by plugging it into a powered USB port on your laptop / desktop or by plugging it into a USB charging adapter of a USB mobile device. 2. Click on the wireless icon on the bottom right corner of the screen. 3.
Internet Connection Computer / Other Router Mode Setting Follow the steps below to setup the NetShair Nano for Router Mode. If you are unsure about which mode to use, see Router Mode or AP Mode (page 5) to confirm the proper setting. 1. Make sure the “NetShair_Nano_XXXX” Wi-Fi network is connected. Open the Browser and enter 192.168.1.254 into the address bar to access the web client. 2. On the Operation Mode page, click the drop down menu and select Router, then click Apply Change.
Router Mode: DHCP (Default) 1. By default the NetShair Nano is set to DHCP client. If the network the NetShair Nano is connected to requires a username and password to access, select TCP/IP Settings, then click WAN Interface. Enter the username and password provided by the administrator and click Apply Changes. 2. The NetShair Nano will need to reboot to apply the changes made. Click Reboot Now.
5. Once rebooted, connect an Ethernet cable from the modem to the NetShair Nano. 6. Connect back to NetShair_Nano_XXXX Wi-Fi network. Open your web browser to access the internet. Router Mode: PPPoE NetShair Nano comes preset for DHCP Mode which is the standard mode for cable internet providers. When using NetShair Nano with a DSL Modem please follow the steps below: 1. Make sure the NetShair_Nano_XXXX Wi-Fi Network is connected. 2.
Access Point Mode Setting Follow the steps below to setup the NetShair Nano for AP Mode. If you are unsure about which mode to use, see Router Mode or AP Mode (page 5) to confirm the proper setting. 1. Make sure the “NetShair_Nano_XXXX” Wi-Fi network is connected. Open the Browser and enter 192.168.1.254 into the address bar to access the web client. 2. On the Operation Mode page, click the drop down menu and select AP, then click Apply Change. 3.
Wireless Security Settings Computer / Other In order to change the Network Name (SSID) or password (Network Key) for the wireless network created by NetShair Nano, please refer to the following steps: Option 1: Wireless Password 1. Make sure the “NetShair_Nano_XXXX” Wi-Fi network is connected. Open the Browser and enter 192.168.1.254 into the address bar to access the web client. 2. Select Wireless, then click Security. 3.
Option 2: Network Name (SSID) 1. Make sure the “NetShair_Nano_XXXX” Wi-Fi network is connected. Open the Browser and enter 192.168.1.254 into the address bar to access the web client. 2. Select Wireless, then click Basic Settings 3. Enter the new network name in the SSID box and click Apply Changes. 4. The NetShair Nano will need to reboot to apply the changes made. Click Reboot Now.
Hotel Usage Explanation Note Hotel provides wired Internet access 1. Do not connect the Ethernet cable until app/client setup is complete. 2. Power on the NetShair Nano by plugging it into a powered USB port on your Laptop or Desktop or by plugging it into a USB charging adapter of a USB mobile device. 3. Connect your iPhone/iPad/Android Phone/Android Tablet/Laptop to the device through Wi-Fi. 4. Follow the setup directions shown for your device type. 5.
IC Statement IC Caution: This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Cet appareil est conforme la norme d’Industrie Canada de licence RSS(s).
FCC Statement This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful radio frequency interference when operated in a commercial environment. See User Manual for additional information.
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