Digi Wi-Point 3G User Manual
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Digi Wi-Point 3G
Wireless Cellular Data Gateway
User’s Guide
90000906_A
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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates，uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
Digi International, Inc. declares that Digi Wi-Point 3G (FCC ID:SUMMB8600D) is
limited in CH1~CH11 for 2.4GHz by specified firmware controlled in U.S.A.
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Table of Contents
1 ABOUT THIS GUIDE....................................................................................................................4
1 INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................... 5
2 INSTALLING THE DIGI WI-POINT 3G......................................................................................6
2.1 VERIFY KIT CONTENTS.............................................................................................................7
2.2 WRITE PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ............................................................................................8
2.3 POWER UP THE DIGI WI-POINT 3G............................................................................................8
2.4 LED INDICATORS ...................................................................................................................10
2.5 INITIALIZE THE DIGI WI-POINT 3G UNIT................................................................................11
3 USER INTERFACE OVERVIEW ..............................................................................................13
3.1 MENU COMPONENTS ..............................................................................................................15
3.1.1 Configuration...............................................................................................................15
3.1.2 Management..............................................................................................................27
3.1.3 Administration..............................................................................................................29
4 TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................................................................................33
4.1 OVERVIEW..............................................................................................................................33
4.2 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................................33
4.3 RESET TO FACTORY DEFAULT PROCEDURE .............................................................................33
4.4 FORCED RELOAD PROCEDURE................................................................................................34
4.5 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS............................................................................................35
5 DEFAULT DIGI WI-POINT 3G SETTINGS .............................................................................39
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1 About This Guide
This section describes the objectives, audience and conventions of the Digi Wi-Point 3G
User’s Guide.
Objectives
This document explains the steps for initial setup and basic configuration of the Digi
Wi-Point 3G. This document also provides troubleshooting information and detailed
specifications.
Audience
This document is for the person installing and configuring the Digi Wi-Point 3G for the first
time. The installer should be familiar with network structures, terms and concepts.
Conventions
This document uses the following conventions to convey instructions and information:
Note
Means reader take note. Notes contain helpful suggestions or references to
materials not contained in this manual.
Warning
The warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could
cause bodily injury. Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the
hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard
practices for preventing accidents.
Obtaining Documentation
You can access the latest Digi International, Inc. documentation on the World Wide Web
at the following URL: http://www.digi.com/products/literature/
Special comment
This device is a general wireless router, and can act as a Wi-Fi router only after inserting a
Wi-Fi pc card.
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1 Introduction
The Digi Wi-Point 3G is the industry’s first and the most integrated Wi-Fi and 3rd
generation cellular (3G) solution for home, small office and home office. The products are
simple to use and easily scalable. Digi Wi-Point 3G is a 3G router for consumer market,
based on our MobileBridge™ platform technology.
The Digi Wi-Point 3G combines the best of Wi-Fi and 3G mobile communications
technologies including CDMA 1x, EV-DO, EDGE, UMTS and supports EV-DO Release A
and HSDPA.
The Digi Wi-Point 3G bridges wireless networks of 802.11b/g standards and wired
networks, allowing them to communicate with each other. The Digi Wi-Point 3G allows
authorized users to share the Internet access.
Use the instructions in this guide to help you connect, set up, and configure the Digi
Wi-Point 3G.
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2 Installing the Digi Wi-Point 3G
Installing the Digi Wi-Point 3G is easy. Follow the quick steps below to power up your
wireless network:
1. Verify kit content
2. Write down product ID
3. Power up the Digi Wi-Point 3G
4. Verify that LED Indicators are on
5. Initialize the Digi Wi-Point 3G unit
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2.1 Verify Kit Contents
Digi Wi-Point 3G kit includes the following components, similar to those depicted below:
1. Digi Wi-Point 3G router (Top View）
2. Power Adaptor
3. Ethernet cable
4. CD
5. Quick Start Guide
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2.2 Write Product Identification
Before you proceed with your Digi Wi-Point 3G installation, please write down and keep
the following Digi Wi-Point 3G information on the Digi Wi-Point 3G label:
Serial Number
MAC address
2.3 Power up the Digi Wi-Point 3G
Connect the Digi Wi-Point 3G power supply and press the power switch down.
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1. PC Card Slot
2. Ethernet interface (RJ45)
3. Console Port (RS232)
4. Power jack
5. Reset Button
6. Reload Button
The Digi Wi-Point 3G power supply accepts any input AC voltage in the range of 100-240
VAC.
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2.4 LED Indicators
Digi Wi-Point 3G has four two-color LEDs to indicate the working status. The following
table shows the status when the Digi Wi-Point 3G is configured successfully and running
properly.
LED Indicator Color Index
Ethernet Cellular Wi-Fi Power
Off No cable Card inserted;
No Internet
connection
Disabled Power off
Green 100Mbps mode Card inserted;
Internet connection
Enabled Power on and
normal
Green
Blink
100Mbps mode, and
data transmission
Card inserted;
Internet connecting
Enabled and data
transmission
N/A
Red 10Mbps mode No card N/A N/A
Red
Blink
10Mbps mode, and
data transmission
Probing Card; N/A N/A
Amber N/A N/A N/A System boot and
error
Amber
Blink
N/A N/A Enabled and data
transmission error
Upgrading firmware
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2.5 Initialize the Digi W i -Point 3G Unit
1. Connect Digi Wi-Point 3G to your computer using one of the two specified methods:
I. Connect your computer to Digi Wi-Point 3G using the included Ethernet
cable or a hub and your computer set to “Automatic IP” configuration.
II. Alternatively, you can connect your computer to Digi Wi-Point 3G with
wireless Ethernet.
a) Enable the Wi-Fi interface in your laptop or PC. Make sure it works.
b) Configure the Wireless Ethernet card to match the network name and
encryption key of Wireless Ethernet card installed in the Digi Wi-Point
3G. The default network name is the SN of this device, and “Automatic
IP” configuration is also needed.
2. Open your web browser to http://192.168.1.1
. The Digi Wi-Point 3G login screen
will appear. Enter the username/password (default is root/dbps), and click OK. The home
web page should appear
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If you want to do a quick installation, you can continue to read the content in this chapter.
3. Click Wizard on the home page and click Enter.
4. The default IP and Subnet Mask will appear. Change Card Status to Enable. (If you are
using a GPRS/UMTS/EDGE network, you will need to input “CID”, “APN”), then click Next.
6. Check the settings and click Submit, The Digi Wi-Point 3G will need to be rebooted for
changes to take effect.
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