3G/4G Dual Band AC WiFi Router 4GM3W-01 USER GUIDE
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Overview Introduction This guide provides information related to the installation, operation, and use of the 4GM3W. Target Audience The individual reading this guide is presumed to have a basic understanding of telecommunications terminology and concepts. Prerequisites Before continuing with the installation of your 4GM3W, please confirm that you comply with the minimum system requirements below. An activated ADSL, activated 3G/4G, or configured WAN connection.
Product Introduction Product Overview Stylish and compact mobile broadband router Creates an instant WiFi hotspot to share the Internet connection of a 3G/4G USB1modem or DSL/Cable modem 1 Supports 802.11ac WiFi with data speeds up to 433Mbps 1 Supports 802.11n WiFi standard with data speeds up to 300Mbps 1 x Gigabit Ethernet port that can operate as a WAN or LAN port USB 2.
Physical Dimensions and Indicators LED Indicators The 4GM3W has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the rear for easy organization. The display is visible on the front of the 4GM3W to provide you with information about network activity and the device status. See below for an explanation of each of the indicator lights.
Physical Dimensions The following table lists the physical dimensions of the 4GM3W. Height Width Length 4GM3W DIMENSIONS Length 98mm Width Height 68mm 20.5mm Weight 74grams 4GM3W Default Settings The following tables list the default settings for the 4GM3W. LAN (MANAGEMENT) Static IP Address Subnet Mask 192.168.20.1 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway 192.168.20.
Interfaces BOTTOM PANEL 1 Reset button (not pictured) DESCRIPTION By using a paper clip, hold this button down for more than 10 seconds to reset to factory defaults. 2 REAR PANEL 3 4 5 DESCRIPTION 2 DC IN Power connector, connects to a DC 5V 2.0A Power Adapter 3 4G/WAN switch Toggles the function of the Ethernet port between LAN and WAN mode.
Safety and Product Care With reference to unpacking, installation, use and maintenance of your electronic device, the following basic guidelines are recommended: Do not use or install this product near water to avoid fire or shock hazard. For example, near a bathtub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, or near a swimming pool. Also, do not expose the equipment to rain or damp areas (e.g. a wet basement). Do not connect the power supply cord on elevated surfaces. Allow it to lie freely.
Installation and Configuration of the 4GM3W Placement of your 4GM3W The wireless connection between your 4GM3W and your WiFi devices will be stronger the closer your connected devices are to your 4GM3W. Your wireless connection and performance will degrade as the distance between your 4GM3W and connected devices increases. This may or may not be directly noticeable, and is greatly affected by the individual installation environment.
Hardware installation 1. Connect the power adapter to the Power socket on the back of the 4GM3W. 2. Plug the power adapter into the wall socket and switch on the power. 3. Wait approximately 60 seconds for the 4GM3W to power up. Connecting via Ethernet cable 1. Connect the yellow Ethernet cable provided to the port marked ‘WAN/LAN’ at the back of the 4GM3W. 2. Connect the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable to your computer. 3. Wait approximately 30 seconds for the connection to establish. 4.
Web Based Configuration Interface First-time Setup Wizard Please follow the steps below to configure your 4GM3W Wireless router via the web based configuration wizard. Open your web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer/Firefox/Safari) and type http://192.168.20.1/ into the address bar at the top of the window. At the login screen, type admin in the username and password field,then click the Login button. Note:admin is the default username and password of the router.
Step 2 In this step, you are able to configure the 2.4GHz WiFi network. By default, the 2.4GHz wireless radio is on but you may turn it off by setting the Wireless 2.4GHz (WiFi) option to Off. If you intend to use the wireless function, set the SSID Broadcast option to Enable if you want the wireless network to show up when devices perform a network scan when in range, or set it to Disable to hide the network from scans.
Step 3 The router is preconfigured with wireless security on the 2.4GHz radio but if you wish to change these settings use the Security Key Type drop down menu to select a wireless security key type and then enter a security key in the Security Key field. Click the Next button to continue. Step 4 In this step, you are able to configure the 5GHz WiFi network. By default, the 5GHz wireless radio is on but you may turn it off by setting the Wireless 5GHz (WiFi) option to Off.
Step 5 The router is preconfigured with wireless security on the 5GHz radio but if you wish to change these settings use the Security Key Type drop down menu to select a wireless security key type and then enter a security key in the Security Key field. Click the Next button to continue. Step 6 For security, we recommend that you change the username and password used to access the administration settings of the router. Enter the desired username and password.
Step 7 A summary of the settings you have chosen is displayed. If you are happy with these settings, click the Finish button, otherwise, click the Back button to make the necessary changes or to cancel the wizard, click the Exit button. The Internet light on the router illuminates green indicating a successful connection to the Internet. If the Internet light is red or not illuminated, check your settings and try again. The router setup is complete. NetComm Wireless 4GM3W User Guide 17 www.
Basic View When you have completed the First time setup wizard, you are presented with the login screen. If you have not changed the administrator account details, type admin in the Username and Password fields then click the Loginbutton, otherwise, enter your new login credentials and click the Login button.The Basic view of the web configuration interface gives you a summary of the most important information about your router and its connections.
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Wireless 2.4GHz / 5GHz The Wireless 2.4GHz and Wireless 5GHz tabs in Basic view display the status of the WiFi radio, the status of SSID Broadcasting, the WiFi network name and the Wireless security key. You can enable or disable the WiFi radio, broadcast/hide the SSID of your network, set the wireless network name and set the wireless security key using these tabs. If you make any changes to the Wireless configuration, Click the‚Save and apply the changes button to make these changes active. www.
