AirLive Traveler3G User Manual

Traveler 3G

11n 3G Mobile Router

User’s Manual

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction ................................................................................................4

1.1 Overview..............................................................................................4

1.2 How to Use This Guide........................................................................4

1.3 Firmware Upgrade and Tech Support..................................................5

1.4 Features...............................................................................................6

2. Installing the Traveler 3G ..........................................................................7

2.1 Safety Information................................................................................7

2.2 System Requirements..........................................................................8

2.3 Package Content .................................................................................8

2.4 Getting Start.........................................................................................9

2.5 LED Table ..........................................................................................10

2.6 Interface.............................................................................................11

2.7 Restore Settings to Default................................................................11

3. Configuring the Traveler 3G....................................................................12

3.1 Important Information.........................................................................12

3.2 Prepare your PC................................................................................12

3.3 Introduction to Web Management......................................................14

3.3.1 Windows 95/98/Me IP address setup.......................................................................14

3.3.2 Windows 2000 IP address setup...............................................................................15

3.3.3 Windows XP IP address setup..................................................................................16

3.3.4 Windows Vista IP address setup...............................................................................17

3.3.5 Initial Configurations...............................................................................................18

4. Web Management ....................................................................................20

4.1 About Traveler 3G Menu Structure.....................................................20

5. Quick Setup ..............................................................................................22

5.1 Set Time Zone ...................................................................................23

5.2 Broadband Type.................................................................................24

5.2.1 3G/3.5G....................................................................................................................25

5.2.2 Cable Modem...........................................................................................................26

5.2.3 Fixed-IP xDSL .........................................................................................................27

5.2.4 PPPoE xDSL............................................................................................................28

5.2.5 PPTP xDSL..............................................................................................................29

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5.2.6 L2TP xDSL...............................................................................................................31

5.2.7 Telstra Big Pond.......................................................................................................33

5.3 Basic Setting......................................................................................34

5.4 Security Setting ..................................................................................35

6. General Setup...........................................................................................36

6.1 System...............................................................................................36

6.1.1 T ime zone .................................................................................................................36

6.1.2 Change management password ...............................................................................38

6.1.3 Remote Management................................................................................................39

6.2 WAN...................................................................................................42

6.2.1 3G/3.5G....................................................................................................................43

6.2.2 Dynamic IP (Cable Modem)....................................................................................44

6.2.3 Static IP....................................................................................................................45

6.2.4 PPPoE......................................................................................................................46

6.2.5 PPTP........................................................................................................................48

6.2.6 L2TP.........................................................................................................................50

6.2.7 Telstra Big Pond.......................................................................................................52

6.2.8 DNS..........................................................................................................................53

6.2.9 DDNS.......................................................................................................................54

6.3 LAN....................................................................................................56

6.3.1 LAN IP Address........................................................................................................56

6.3.2 DHCP Server...........................................................................................................57

6.3.3 Static DHCP Leases Table .......................................................................................57

6.4 Wireless.............................................................................................59

6.4.1 Basic Settings...........................................................................................................60

6.4.2 Advanced Settings....................................................................................................62

6.4.3 Security Setting ........................................................................................................64

6.4.3.1 Disable wireless security............................................................................64

6.4.3.2 WEP - Wired Equivalent Privacy...............................................................65

6.4.3.3 Wi-F i Protected Access (WPA)...................................................................67

6.4.3.4 WPA RADIUS.............................................................................................68

6.4.4 Access Control .........................................................................................................69

6.4.5 WPS..........................................................................................................................71

6.5 QoS....................................................................................................74

6.5.1 Basic QoS Settings...................................................................................................74

6.5.2 QoS Configurations .................................................................................................76

6.6 Network Address Translation (NAT)...................................................78

6.6.1 Basic NAT Settings (Enable or disable NAT function).............................................78

6.6.2 Port Forwarding......................................................................................................79

6.6.3 Virtual Server ...........................................................................................................81

6.6.4 Special Applications.................................................................................................83

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6.6.5 UPnP Setting............................................................................................................85

6.6.6 ALG Settings ............................................................................................................87

6.7 Firewall ..............................................................................................88

6.7.1 Access Control .........................................................................................................89

6.7.1.1 Add PC.......................................................................................................92

6.7.2 URL Blocking...........................................................................................................94

6.7.3 DoS Attack Prevention.............................................................................................95

6.7.3.1 DoS - Advanced Settings............................................................................97

6.7.4 Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) ......................................................................................99

6.8 Fail Over..........................................................................................101

7. Status ......................................................................................................103

7.1 System information and firmware version........................................103

7.2 Internet Connection .........................................................................104

7.3 Device Status...................................................................................105

7.4 System Log......................................................................................106

7.5 Security Log.....................................................................................107

7.6 Active DHCP Client..........................................................................108

7.7 Statistics...........................................................................................109

7.8 Modem Info......................................................................................110

8. Tool .........................................................................................................111

8.1 Configuration Backup and Restore..................................................111

8.2 Firmware Upgrade...........................................................................112

8.3 System Reset ..................................................................................113

9. Frequent Asked Questions ...................................................................114

10. Specifications.......................................................................................118

11. Glossary................................................................................................119

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1. Introduction

1.1 Overview

More and more people choose to use 3G technology because they can access Internet in anywhere and anytime, but they must plug in 3G dongle to laptop so no one else can also share the bandwidth. Now AirLive presents you a friendly concept of product, the AirLive Traveler 3G. It is a portable 3G router with slim size, light weight and rechargeable Li-ion battery, so you can easily carry it and share Internet bandwidth via Ethernet cable or high performance of 802.11n wireless connection.

While you work at home or a studio and used to connect Internet via xDSL, the AirLive Traveler 3G WAN fail-over function can also offer you a redundant WAN connection, and insure that user can keep on accessing Internet.

1.2 How to Use This Guide

The Traveler 3G is a portable wireless 3G router with many functions. It is recommended that you read through the entire user’s guide whenever possible. The user guide is divided into different chapters. You should read at least go through the first 3 chapters before attempting to install the device.

1.3 Firmware Upgrade and Tech Support

If you encounter a technical issue that can not be resolved by information on this guide, we recommend that you visit our comprehensive website support at www.airlive.com. The tech support FAQ are frequently updated with latest information.

In addition, you might find new firmware that either increase software functions or provide bug fixes for Traveler 3G. You can reach our on-line support center at the following link: http://www.airlive.com/support/support_2.jsp

Since 2009, AirLive has added the “Newsletter Instant Support System” on our website. AirLive Newsletter subscribers receives instant email notifications when there are new download or tech support FAQ updates for their subscribed airlive models. To become an AirLive newsletter member, please visit: http://www.airlive.com/member/member_3.jsp

Figure: AirLive Newsletter Support System

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1. Introduction

1.4 Features

 High Internet Access throughput  Allow multiple users to share a single Internet line  Share a single Cable or xDSL internet connection  Share 3G USB Cellular Modem  LAN/WAN Port switchable (10/100M)  Work with IEEE 802.11b/g/n wireless LAN capability  Supports UMTS/HSDPA/EVDO cellular network device  Support 3G and xDSL/Cable modem connection fail over  Support DHCP (Server/Client) for easy IP-address setup  Advanced network and security features like: Special Applications, QoS, DMZ, Virtual

Servers, Access Control, Firewall

 Allow you to monitor the router’s status like: DHCP Client Log, System Log, Security

Log and Device/Connection Status, Modem Info

 Easy to use Web-based GUI for network configuration and management purposes  Remote management function allows configuration and upgrades from a remote

computer (over the Internet)

 Auto MDI / MDI-X function for all wired Ethernet ports

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2. Installing the Traveler 3G

2. Installing the Traveler

This section describes the hardware features and the hardware installation procedure for the Traveler 3G. For software configuration, please go to chapter 3 for more details.

2.1 Safety Information

It is important to read through this section before you install the Traveler 3G:

 This router is designed for indoor use only; DO NOT place this router outdoor.  DO NOT put this router at or near hot or humid places, like kitchen or bathroom.

Also, do not left this router in the car in summer.

 DO NOT pull any connected cable with force; disconnect it from the router first.  If you want to place this router at high places or hang on the wall, please make

sure the router is firmly secured. Falling from high places would damage the router and its accessories, and warranty will be void.

 Accessories of this router, like antenna and power supply, are danger to small

children under 3 years old. They may put the small parts in their nose or month and it could cause serious damage to them. KEEP THIS ROUTER OUT THE REACH OF CHILDREN!

 The router will become hot when being used for long time (This is normal and is

not a malfunction). DO NOT put this router on paper, cloth, or other flammable

materials.

 There’s no user-serviceable part inside the router. If you found that the router is

not working properly, please contact your dealer of purchase and ask for help. DO NOT disassemble the router, warranty will be void.

 If the router falls into water when it’s powered, DO NOT use your hand to pick it

up. Switch the electrical power off before you do anything, or contact an experienced technician for help.

 If you smell something strange, or even see some smoke coming out from the

router or power supply, remove the power supply or switch the electrical power off immediately, and call dealer of purchase for help.

 Always switch the device off before removing the battery.  Use only battery and power adapter supplied with the product. The use of any

other types may be dangerous.

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2.2 System Requirements

 Internet connection, provided by xDSL or cable modem or 3G modem 

Computer or network devices with wired or wireless network interface card



Web browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or above, Netscape Navigator 4.7 or

above, Opera web browser, or Safari web browser)



An available AC power socket (100 – 240V, 50/60Hz)

2.3 Package Content

The Traveler 3G package contains the following items:

 One Traveler 3G main unit 

One 5V 2A DC power adapter



User’s Guide CD



Quick Start Guide



Rechargeable Battery

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2.4 Getting Start

Before to use the AirLive T raveler 3G, please follow the instructions to charge the 3G router.

1. Remove the battery cover in the rear side of the router, and insert the supplied battery into the slot and then put back the cover.

2. Connect the power adapter to the wall socket, and then connect it to the mini USB port of the router to charge the battery.

3. When the battery is charged, the “Power” LED is lit in orange color. When the “Power” LED is not lit, the battery is charged completely.

4. Switch the button to “ON” to activate the router

Warning:

1. Always switch the device off before removing the battery.

2. Use only battery and power adapter supplied with the product. The use of any other types may be dangerous.

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2.5 LED Table

Below are descriptions and diagrams of the product:

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LED Name Light Status Description

Green On

Router is switched on and correctly powered or the battery is charged completely

Orange On The battery is charging

PWR / CHG

Orange Flashing

Orange Flashing Fast

Battery power is not enough, only 30 minutes remains Battery power is not enough, only 10 minutes

remains Off Router is powered off Off Wireless network is switched off

WLAN

Flashing

Wireless LAN activity (transferring or

receiving data) On Wireless WPS function is enabled

WPS

Off

Wireless WPS function is not enabled or the

connection is successfully On ETHERNET port is connected

ETHERNET

Off ETHERNET port is not connected

Flashing

ETHERNET activity (transferring or receiving

data) On Router is connected to the Internet

INTERNET

Off Router is not connected to the Internet

Flashing Router is connecting to the Internet

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2.6 Interface

Item Name Description

Switch the Ethernet port to LAN or WAN. Switch to WAN function if

LAN/WAN

Switch

WPS

ON/OFF

DC in

RJ-45 Port

you want to access to the Internet through your xDSL or Cable modem network service. WAN access can also be a back up for 3G network. Please refer to Section 6.8 for more details Start WPS function or reset the router to factory default settings (clear all settings). Press this button and hold for over 10 seconds to restore all settings to factory defaults, or press this button for less than 5 seconds to start WPS function Switch the button to activate or deactivate the router Connect the supplied power adapter to this mini USB port to charge the battery Local/ Wide Area Network (LAN/WAN) port

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2.7 Restore Settings to Default

If you have forgotten IP address or password, you can restore your Traveler 3G to the default settings by pressing on the “WPS” button for more than 10 seconds. Please see diagram below for details.

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3. Configuring the Traveler 3G

3. Configuring the Traveler

3.1 Important Information

The following information will help you to get start quickly. However, we recommend you to read through the entire manual before you start. Please note the password and SSID are case sensitive.

 The default IP address is: 192.168.1.1 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0  The default user name is: admin  The default password is: airlive  The default SSID is: airlive

3.2 Prepare your PC

The Traveler 3G can be managed remotely by a PC through either the wired or wireless network. The default IP address of the Traveler 3G is 192.168.1.1 with a subnet mask of

255.255.255.0. This means the IP address of the PC should be in the range of

192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.254.

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To prepare your PC for management with the Traveler 3G, please do the following:

1. Connect your 3G/3.5G USB modem to the USB port located on the top side of the router.

2. Connect your computer to the Ethernet port on the right side of the router for configuring the router.

It is recommended to configure the router through the Ethernet port for the first time setup.

3. Switch on the button of “ON/OFF” to turn on the router

4. Please check all LEDs on the front side. “PWR/CHR” LED should be steadily on in

green color, and “ETHERNET” LED should be on.

5. If PWD LED is not on, or any LED you expected is not on, please recheck the cabling, or jump to “Chapter 9 Troubleshooting” for possible reasons and solution.

You are ready now to configure the Traveler 3G using your PC.

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3.3 Introduction to Web Management

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The Trave r anagement interfaces.

le 3G offers normal (http) Web M

you are placing the Traveler 3G behind router or firewall, you might need to open virtual

If server ports to Traveler 3G on your firewall/router

 HTTP: TCP Port 80

To get into the Normal Web Management, simply type in the Traveler 3G IP address (default IP is 192.168.1.1) into the web browser’s address field.

3.3.1 Windows 95/98/Me IP address setup

1. Click “Start” button (it should be located at l ower-left c control panel. Double-click Network icon, and Network “TCP/IP”, and then click “Properties”.

orner of your computer), then click

window will appear. Select

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2. Select “Obtain an IP address from a DHCP erver” and then click “OK”.

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3.3.2 Windows 2000 IP address

. Click “Start” button (it should be

located at lower-left corner of your computer), then click control panel. Double-click Network and Dial-up

Connections icon; click Local Area Connection, and Local Area Connection Properties window will

appear. Select “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” and then click “Properties”.

setup

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2. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address automatically”, then click “OK”

3.3.3 Windows XP IP address setup

1. Click “Start” button (it should be control panel. Double-click Network and Internet Connections icon, click Network

Connections, then double-click Local Area Connection, Local Area Connection Status window will appear, and then

click “Properties”.

located at lower-left corner of your computer), then click

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2. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address automatically”, then click “OK”.

3.3.4 Windows Vi ta IP address setup

1. Click “Start” button (it should be located at l control panel. Click View Network Status a

Connections. Right-click Local Area Ne

twork, then select “Properties”. Local Area

Connection Properties window will

appear, select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP / IPv4), and then click “Properties”.

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ower-left corner of your computer), then click

nd Tasks, and then click Manage Network

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2. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address automatically”, then click “OK”.

3.3.5 Initial Configurations

After your computer obtained an IP address from router, please start your web browser , and input the IP address of router in address bar. The following message should be shown:

Please input user name and password in the field respectively, default user name is “admin”, and default password is “airlive”, then press “OK” button, and you can see the web management interface of this router:

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If you can’t see the web management interface, and you’re being prompted to input user name a nd password again, it means you didn’t input username and password correctly. Please retype user name and password again. If you’re certain about the user name and password you type are correct, please go to “Chapter 9: Troubleshooting” to perform a factory reset, to set the password back to default value.

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4. Web Management

his chapter shows the four major setting categories: Quick Setup, General Setup,

tatus, and Tools. You can find the shortcut which leads to these setting categories at the

p banner of every page, and you can jump to another category directly by clicking the link,

to and don’t have to go back to the first page.

4.1 About Traveler 3G Menu Structure

The Traveler 3G’s web management menu is divided into 4 main menus: Home, General Setup, Status, and Tool. The main menus are displayed in “Top Menu Bar”. Within each

main menu category, there are sub-menu options which are displayed on the “Side Menu Bar”

TOP Menu Bar: Main Menus

Side Menu Bar: Sub Menus

 Home: This menu is where you will find the main function. It is divided into: Quick

Setup in Chapter 5, General Setup in Chapter 6, Status in Chapter 7, and Tool in

Chapter 8.

 Quick Setup (Chapter 5)  General Setup (Chapter 6)  Status (Chapter 7)  Tool (Chapter 8)

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 luding:

Genera

l Setup: All operation settings are in this category, inc

4. Web Management

 Sys

 WA



t emote ma agement

em - set time zone, change password, configure r n

t n (Chapter 6.1).

func

N - define the WAN type, configure DNS, DDNS setting (Chapter 6.2)

LAN - change LAN IP address, enable/disable DHCP server (Chapter 6.3)

 Wireless - configure wireless basic, advanced, security setting, and the

wireless access control, WPS (Chapter 6.4)

 QoS - define bandwidth control (Chapter 6.5)  NAT - configure port forwarding, virtual server, UPnP, and ALG (Chapter 6.6)  Firewall - configure access control, URL blo

cking, DMZ, and DoS setting.

(Chapter 6.7)

 Fail Over - enable/disable WAN Fail Over function, and select the WAN port as

the primary or backup one. (Chapter 6.8)

Status: This section for monitoring the status of Traveler 3G. It provides



information on Int Status, System Log, Security Log,

ernet Connection, Device

Active DHCP Client, Statistics, and Modem Info.

 Tool: backup or restore system’s config file, upgrade firmware, reset device as

default setting, and reboot Traveler 3G..

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5. Quick Setup

Quick Setup

his router provides a “Quick Setup” procedure, which will help you to complete all required

sett ime. Please follow the following

ings you need to access the Internet in very short t

structions to complete the “Quick Setup”:

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5.1 e Zo

Set Tim ne

5. Quick Setup

Set Time Zone Please press button, a drop-down list will be shown, and you can

choose a time zone of the location you live.

Time Server Input the IP address / host name of time server here. Address)

Daylight Savings If the country you live uses daylight saving, please check “Enable

Function” box, and choose the duration of daylight saving.

After you finish with all settings, please click “Next” button.

There are several time servers available on internet:

129.6.15.28 (time-a.nist.gov)

132.163.4.101 (time-a.timefreq.bldrdoc.gov)

131.107.1.10 (time-nw.nist.gov)

If you found that the time of router is incorrect, try another time server.

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5.2 Broadband Type

5. Quick Setup

Please choos There are seven types of Internet connection:

G/3.5G - Section 5.2.1

ynamic IP (Cable Modem) - Section 5.2.2

tatic IP - Section 5.2.3

PPoE - Section 5.2.4

PTP - Section 5.2.5

2TP - Section 5.2.6

elstra Big Pond - Section 5.2.7

e the Broadband (Internet connection) Type you’re using in this page.

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5. Quick Setup

If you’re not sure, please c connection type will cause co Internet.

If you want to go back to previous step, please press “Back” button on the bottom of this page.

Some service providers use “DHCP” (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) to assign IP address to you. In this case, you can choose “Dynamic IP” as Internet connection type, even you’re using another connection type, like xDSL. Also, some cable modem uses PPPoE, so you can choose “PPPoE xDSL” for such cable modem connection, even you’re using a cable modem.

ontact your Internet service provider. A wrong Internet nnection problem, and you will not be able to connect to

5.2.1 3G/3.5G

PIN Code Please input Pin Code for your UMTS or HSDPA or EVDO

connection, this is optional, and o asks you to do so.

APN Please input the APN code assigned by your Internet servic

provider here.

nly required if your service provider

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5. Quick Setup

User Name Please input user name assigned by your Internet service provider

here.

Password Please input password assigned by your Internet service provider

here.

erify Password Please input password again for confirmation.

V Service Please select your Card type from the drop-down menu. AT Dial Sc ection,

t Please input Dialed Number for your UMTS or HSDPA conn

rip

the default is *99#. This field should not be altered except required by your service provider.

when

fter you finish with all settings, please click “Next” button; if you want to go back to

revious menu, click “Back”.

.2.2 Cable Modem

Host Name Please input the host name of your computer, this is optional, and

only required if your service provider asks you to do so.

MAC Address Please input MAC address of your computer here, if your service

provider only permits computer with certain MAC address to access internet. If you’re using the computer which used to connect to Internet via cable modem, you can simply press “Clone Mac address” button to fill the MAC address field with the MAC address of your computer.

After you finish with all settings, please click “Next” button; if you want to go back to previous menu, click “B

ack”.

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5. Quick Setup

.2.3 Fixed-IP xDSL 5

IP address Please input IP address assigned by your service provider.

ubnet Mask Please input subnet mask assigned by your service provider.

NS Address Please input the IPD

provider.

Default Gateway Please input the IP address of DNS server provided by your service

provider.

address of DNS server provided by your service

You must use the addresses provided by your Internet service provider, wrong setting value will cause connection problem.

ll settings, press “Next”; if you want to go back to previouWhen you finish with a s menu,

lick “Back”. c

You can choose this Internet connection method if your service provider to you, a P or PPPoE protocol. Please contact your service provider for further information.

assigns a fixed IP address (also know as static address)

nd not using DHC

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5.2.4 PPPoE xDSL

5. Quick Setup

User Name Please input user name assigned by your Internet service provider

here.

Password Please input the password assigned by your Internet service

provider here.

Service Name Please give a name to this Internet service, this is optional. MTU ut the MTU value of your network connection here. If you

onnection Type Please select the connection type of Internet connection you wish

le Time Out

Please inp don’t know, you can use default value.

to use (detailed explanation listed below). Continuous – The connection will be kept always

on. If the

connection is interrupted, the router will re-connect automatically. Connect On-Demand – Only connect when you want to surf t

Internet. “Idle Time Out” is set to stop the connection when t

he he

network traffic is not sending or receiving after an idle time. Manual – After you have selected this option, you will see the

“Connect” button and “Disconnect” button, click “Connect” a router will connect to the ISP. If you want to stop the conn

nd the ection,

please click “Disconnect” button. If you have selected the connection type to “Connect-On-Demand”,Id

please input the idle time out.

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