Edimax Technology 3G-6218n User Manual

3G-6218n

User Manual

06-2011 / v1.1

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CONTENTS

CHAPTER I: PRODUCT INFORMATION ............................................................................................................... 4

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

1-2 Safety Information ............................................................................................................................... 5

1-3 System Requirements .......................................................................................................................... 6

1-4 Package Contents ................................................................................................................................ 6

1-5 Getting familiar with your new wireless broadband router ................................................................ 7

CHAPTER II: SYSTEM AND NETWORK SETUP ..................................................................................................... 9

2-1 Getting Started .................................................................................................................................... 9

2-2 Setting client computers to obtain IP addresses automatically ........................................................ 12

2-2-1 Windows 95/98/Me IP address setup .................................................................................... 13

2-2-2 Windows 2000 IP address setup ............................................................................................ 15

2-2-3 Windows XP IP address setup ................................................................................................ 17

2-2-4 Windows Vista IP address setup ............................................................................................ 19

2-3 Connecting to broadband router via web browser ........................................................................... 21

2-4 Using “Quick Setup” ........................................................................................................................... 26

2-4-1 Using “3G/3.5G” as broadband connection type ................................................................... 28

2-4-2 Using “Dynamic IP” as broadband connection type .............................................................. 30

2-4-3 Using “Static IP” as broadband connection type ................................................................... 31

2-4-4 Using “PPPoE” as broadband connection type ...................................................................... 32

2-4-5 Using “PPTP” as broadband connection type ........................................................................ 34

2-4-6 Using “L2TP” as broadband connection type ......................................................................... 36

2-4-7 Using “WISP” as broadband connection type ........................................................................ 38

CHAPTER III: GENERAL SETUP .................................................................................................................. 40

3-1 System ................................................................................................................................................ 41

3-1-1 Time Zone ............................................................................................................................... 42

3-1-2 Password Settings ................................................................................................................... 43

3-1-3 Remote Management............................................................................................................. 44

3-2 WAN ................................................................................................................................................... 46

3-2-1 3G/3.5G Settings..................................................................................................................... 47

3-2-2 Dynamic IP .............................................................................................................................. 49

3-2-3 Static IP ................................................................................................................................... 51

3-2-4 PPPoE ...................................................................................................................................... 53

3-2-5 PPTP ........................................................................................................................................ 55

3-2-6 L2TP ........................................................................................................................................ 58

3-2-7 WISP ........................................................................................................................................ 61

3-3 LAN (Wired) ....................................................................................................................................... 63

3-3-1 Before you start: Suggestions for deciding an IP address ...................................................... 63

3-3-2 LAN IP...................................................................................................................................... 65

3-3-3 DHCP Server ............................................................................................................................ 66

3-3-4 Static DHCP Leases ................................................................................................................. 67

3-4 Wireless ............................................................................................................................................. 69

3-4-1 AP Mode ................................................................................................................................. 70

3-4-2 Security Settings ..................................................................................................................... 72

3-4-3 MAC Address Filtering ............................................................................................................ 78

3-4-4 WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Settings .................................................................................... 80

3-5 Advance Settings................................................................................................................................ 82

3-5-1 QoS ......................................................................................................................................... 83

3-5-2 DDNS ....................................................................................................................................... 86

3-5-3 Port Forwarding ...................................................................................................................... 89

3-5-4 DMZ ........................................................................................................................................ 91

3-5-5 Fail Over .................................................................................................................................. 93

3-5-6 3G Limit Control ...................................................................................................................... 94

3-6 NAT .................................................................................................................................................... 95

3-6-1 Virtual Server .......................................................................................................................... 96

3-6-2 Special Applications ................................................................................................................ 99

3-6-3 UPnP Settings ....................................................................................................................... 102

3-6-4 ALG Settings .......................................................................................................................... 103

3-6-5 Static Routing........................................................................................................................ 104

3-7 Firewall ............................................................................................................................................. 106

3-7-1 Access Control ...................................................................................................................... 106

3-7-2 URL Blocking ......................................................................................................................... 111

3-7-3 DoS ........................................................................................................................................ 113

CHAPTER IV: STATUS, TOOLS & LANGUAGE .................................................................................................. 116

4-1 Status ............................................................................................................................................... 116

4-1-1 Internet Connection ............................................................................................................. 117

4-1-2 Device Status ........................................................................................................................ 117

4-1-3 System Log ............................................................................................................................ 117

4-1-4 Security Log .......................................................................................................................... 118

4-1-5 Active DHCP Client ................................................................................................................ 118

4-1-6 Statistics ................................................................................................................................ 118

4-1-7 Modem Info .......................................................................................................................... 119

4-2 Tools ................................................................................................................................................. 119

4-2-1 Configuration Tools .............................................................................................................. 120

4-2-2 Firmware Upgrade ................................................................................................................ 121

4-2-3 Restart .................................................................................................................................. 122

4-3 Language .......................................................................................................................................... 123

CHAPTER I: PRODUCT INFORMATION

1-1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Edimax 3G-6218n 150Mbps Wireless 3G Portable Router! This 3G router is the ideal choice for anyone who is constantly on the go. With the Edimax 3G-6218n 150Mbps Wireless 3G Portable Router, all your computers and network devices can share a single, high-speed xDSL/cable or 3G/3.5G Internet connection. Its easy installation procedure also allows any computer user to set up a network environment in a matter of minutes.

With built-in IEEE 802.11b/g/n wireless network capability, all your computers and wireless-enabled network devices (PDAs, cell phones, game consoles, etc.) can be connected to this router without additional cabling. Its IEEE 802.11n capability also allows you to enjoy the fastest wireless experience ever! With a compatible wireless card installed, your PC can transfer files at up to 150Mbps!

The Edimax 3G-6218n 150Mbps Wireless 3G Portable Router makes setting up wireless security a breeze. With the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) function, you can set up wireless security in just seconds! Just press the WPS button on WPS-compatible wireless devices and you will have a secure wireless connection in no time.

Other features:

 Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery  3G/3.5G USB modem support  Smartphone Internet tethering capable  3G and xDSL connection fail over  1 switchable LAN/WAN (10/100M) port  Green Ethernet technology  WISP enabled

1-2 Safety Information

Please follow the following safety instructions to ensure your safety:

 This router is designed for indoor use only. DO NOT place this router outdoors.  DO NOT put this router in or near hot or humid places like the kitchen, bathroom,

or a car parked in the sun.

 Disconnect any connected cables from the router before pulling the router with

force.

 If you want to hang this router on the wall or place it somewhere high, please

make sure it is firmly secured. Edimax’s warranty does not cover damages caused

by misuse.

 Please keep this router and its accessories out of the reach of children.  DO NOT put this router on paper, cloth, or other flammable materials.  DO NOT disassemble this router. Disassembling this router will invalidate the

warranty. Please contact your dealer if you experience any problems.

 If this router gets wet or falls into water when it is powered, DO NOT touch it with

your bare hands. Disconnect the power plug from the wall socket immediately, or contact an experienced technician for help.

 Should your router or power supply overheat and burn out, switch the electrical

power off or disconnect the power plug from the wall socket immediately, and call your dealer for help.

1-3 System Requirements

 3G/3.5G USB modem card or xDSL/cable modem  Computer or network devices with a wired or wireless network interface card  Web browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, or Safari)  An available AC power socket (100-240V, 50/60Hz)

1-4 Package Contents

Before you start using this router, please check if there is anything missing in the package, and contact your dealer to claim the missing item(s):

 3G-6218n (1 pcs)  Quick installation guide (1 pcs)  CD-ROM with EZmax wizard, multi-language QIG and user manual (1 pcs)  Mini-USB Power adapter (1 pcs)  Rechargeable Li-ion battery (1 pcs)  UTP cable (1 pcs)

1-5 Getting familiar with your new wireless broadband router

LED Name

Light Status

Description

PWR

Router powered on

Flashing

Battery power low (15-20 minutes left) or battery not installed

Off

Router powered off

CHG On

Battery charging

Off

Battery fully charged

WLAN On

WPS function enabled

Flashing

Wireless LAN activity (transferring data)

Off

Wireless network switched off

Ethernet On

Ethernet port connected

Flashing

Ethernet activity (transferring data)

Internet On

Connection established

Flashing

Establishing connection

Off

Connection not established

LED definitions

Right and left side panel

Item Name

Description

LAN/WAN switch

Switches the RJ-45 port to LAN or WAN mode. Switch to WAN mode if you want to access the Internet through your xDSL or cable modem. This cable connection can also act as a backup for your 3G connection.

WPS/Reset button

Initiates WPS or resets the router to factory defaults (clears 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.

ON/OFF switch

Switches the router on and off.

DC in

Mini-USB port for the supplied power adapter. If you have a mini-USB to USB cable, you can also power this 3G router via a computer.

Note: You can power this router via a computer when using a 3G modem card; but if you get a weak 3G signal while doing so, please power the router via a power outlet.

RJ-45 port

Local/ Wide Area Network (LAN/WAN) port.

RJ-45

CHAPTER II: SYSTEM AND NETWORK SETUP

2-1 Getting Started

Before you start using this 3G router, please follow the following instructions to install and charge the battery.

1. Remove the battery cover, insert the supplied battery into the slot, and then replace

the battery cover.

2. Charge the battery by connecting the power adapter to the mini-USB port and then to

the wall socket. It takes about 4 hours to fully charge the battery. Please charge the

battery for 8 hours on the first charge.

Note: You can power the router via a wall socket without the battery installed; but powering the router via a computer without the battery installed might cause decreased performance.

3. The “CHG” LED will go on when the battery is charging. When the battery is fully

charged, the “CHG” LED will go off.

4. Turn on the router by switching the “ON/OFF” switch to the “ON” position.

Note: Always switch the device off before removing the battery. For your safety, only use the battery and power adapter supplied with the product.

5. Connect your 3G/3.5G USB modem to the USB port on the router.

6. Connect the router to your computer via an Ethernet cable.

For more instructions, please refer to the user manual in the supplied CD-ROM.

Note: It is recommended that you configure the router through the Ethernet port for the first time.

7. Please check all the LEDs. The “PWR/CHR” LED should be on, and the “ETHERNET” LED

should be on if a computer/network device is connected and correctly powered. If the

“PWR/CHR” LED is still off and you are sure that the battery and all cable connections

are correct, please contact your dealer for assistance.

Method 1: Setting up the router with the CD wizard

Please follow the following instructions to set up the 3G router with the CD wizard:

With the setup wizard in the CD-ROM, you can easily set up a 3G/3.5G connection, an Ethernet connection, SSID, wireless security, or upgrade the router’s firmware. After starting the setup wizard, please choose the language of your choice.

Note 1: 3G/3.5G connections and xDSL/cable connections cannot be used at the same time.

Note 2: If you experience compatibility problems with certain 3G USB modem cards, please

upgrade the firmware. The latest firmware can be found on the EDIMAX website (www.edimax.com).

Method 2: Setting up the router with the web-based UI

If you lose the CD-ROM, you can setup the router with the following steps (web-based user interface).

2-2 Setting client computers to obtain IP addresses automatically

Before you start configuration procedures, your computer must be able to get an IP address automatically (set to use dynamic IP addresses). If your computer is set to use a static IP address, or if you are unsure, please follow the following instructions to configure your computer to use dynamic IP addresses:

 Windows 95/98/Me (see section 2-2-1)  Windows 2000 (see section 2-2-2)  Windows XP (see section 2-2-3)  Windows Vista (see section 2-2-4)

2-2-1 Windows 95/98/Me IP address setup

1. Click the “Start” button (it should be located at the lower-left corner of your

screen), then click “Control Panel”. Double-click the “Network” icon, and the “Network” window will appear. Select “TCP/IP”, and then click “Properties”.

2. Select “Obtain an IP address from a DHCP server”, then click “OK”.

2-2-2 Windows 2000 IP address setup

1. Click the “Start” button (it should be located at the lower-left corner of your

screen), then click “Control Panel”. Double-click the “Network and Dial-up Connections” icon, and then double-click “Local Area Connection”. When the “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears, select “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)”, and then click “Properties”.

2. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address

automatically”, then click “OK”.

2-2-3 Windows XP IP address setup

1. Click the “Start” button (it should be located at the lower-left corner of your

screen), then click “Control Panel”. Double-click the “Network and Internet Connections” icon, click “Network Connections”, then double-click “Local Area Connection”. When the “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears, click “Properties”.

2. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address

automatically”, then click “OK”.

2-2-4 Windows Vista IP address setup

1. Click the “Start” button (it should be located at the lower-left corner of your

screen), then click “Control Panel”. Click “View Network Status and Tasks”, and then click “Manage Network Connections”. Right-click “Local Area Network”, then select “Properties”. When the “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears, select “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)” and then click “Properties”.

2. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address

automatically”, then click “OK”.

2-3 Connecting to broadband router via web browser

You can access the broadband router’s web-based configuration interface via any connected computer with a web browser (Internet Explorer 5.x or above, Firefox, Opera, or Safari).

1. Please input “192.168.2.1” in the web browser’s address bar and press “Enter”.

2. You should see the following authentication window.

NOTE: If you cannot access the broadband router’s web-based configuration interface, the IP address you have inputted may be incorrect. If you have previously changed the router’s IP address, please input the one you have designated.

3. Please input “admin” in the “User name” field and “1234” in the “Password” field.

Click the “OK” button to enter the web configuration interface.

4. The first page you see after logging in is “Home”. You can see all the current

Model

Displays this broadband router’s model name (useful when you need technical service)

Up Time

Displays the amount of time this router has been switched on

Hardware Version

Displays this broadband router’s hardware version (useful when you need technical service)

Boot Code Version

Displays this broadband router’s boot code version (useful when you need technical service)

Runtime Code Version

Displays this broadband router’s runtime code version (useful when you need technical service)

settings and other system information here.

System

Internet Connection

IP Address Mode

Displays how this broadband router currently obtains IP addresses

IP Address

Displays the IP address of the WAN connection

Subnet Mask

Displays the subnet mask of the WAN connection

Default Gateway

Displays the IP address of the WAN connection’s default gateway

MAC Address

Displays the physical address of the WAN port

Primary DNS

Displays the IP address of the first DNS server

Secondary DNS

Displays the IP address of the second (backup) DNS server

Mode

Displays the operation mode of the wireless access point

ESSID

Displays the name of the access point

Channel Number

Displays the channel number of the wireless network

Security

Displays the security authentication mode of the access point

IP Address

Displays the IP address of the LAN connection

Subnet Mask

Displays the subnet mask of the LAN connection

DHCP Server

Displays the status of the internal DHCP server

MAC Address

Displays the physical address of the LAN port

Wireless Configuration

LAN Connection

The SSID, the up time, the IP address of the LAN connection, and the runtime code is always displayed on the top of the webpage.

If this router’s DHCP server function is enabled, please follow the following instructions to find this router’s IP address:

1. Click the “Start” button, then click “Run”.

2. Input “cmd”, and then click “OK”.

3. Input “ipconfig”, then press “Enter”. Use the IP address following “Default

Gateway” to access this router’s web-based configuration interface. Please note that the IP address you find may be different from this illustrated example.

NOTE: If there is no IP address following “Default Gateway”, or if the address following “IP Address” begins with “169”, please try the following procedures:

 Recheck the cable connection between the computer and the router.  Go to the beginning of this chapter and recheck every step of the setup

procedure.

 If both of the above fails, reset the broadband router.

2-4 Using “Quick Setup”

Item Name

Description

Set Time Zone

Please select the time zone of your country or region. If you cannot find your country/region, please select another country/region whose time zone is the same as yours.

Time Server Address

This router supports NTP (Network Time Protocol) for automatic time and date setup. Input the host name or IP address of the NTP server here. If you do not know the host name, please ask the network administrator or use “pool.ntp.org”.

Daylight Saving

If your country/region uses daylight saving time, please check the “Enable Function” box, and select the start and end date.

This broadband router’s “Quick Setup” allows you to set up basic parameters in a few simple steps. The following instructions illustrate how to use the “Quick Setup” menu:

1. Click “Quick Setup” after logging in.

2. Configure automatic time synchronization settings, and then click “Next”.

3. Choose your Internet connection type. Refer to the following list for further

instructions:

 3G/3.5G (See section 2-4-1)  Dynamic IP (See section 2-4-2)  Static IP (See section 2-4-3)  PPPoE (See section 2-4-4)  PPTP (See section 2-4-5)  L2TP (See section 2-4-6)  WISP (See section 2-4-7)

NOTE: If you are not sure which your Internet connection type is, please contact your Internet service provider.

2-4-1 Using “3G/3.5G” as broadband connection type

Item Name

Description

Country

Select your country or region here.

ISP

Select your Internet service provider here.

PIN Code

Please input the pin code for your UMTS, HSDPA, or EVDO connection (only required if your ISP asks you to do so).

APN

Please input the APN code assigned by your ISP here.

User ID

Please input the user name assigned by your ISP here.

Password

Please input the password assigned by your ISP here.

Verify Password

Please input the password again for confirmation.

Service

Please select your card type from the drop-down menu.

AT Dial Script

Please input the dial number for your UMTS or HSDPA connection. The default is “*99#”. This should not be altered except when required by your ISP.

1. If you want to access the Internet via a 3G/3.5G USB modem card, select “3G/3.5G

Settings”.

2. Click “OK” to complete setup.

3. When the following message appears, click “Apply” to save the changes and restart

the broadband router. The router will take about 30 seconds to restart.

Note 1: The 3G-6218n supports most 3G/3.5G modem cards. You can simply connect the modem card to the 3G-6218n and the router will recognize the modem card automatically. No additional setup procedures are required. However, some modem cards require a PIN code or account/password. In such cases, you have to use 3G-6218n’s web interface to setup the connection. Some other modem cards require you to install a driver on your computer before connecting it to the 3G-6218n. Please refer to the 3G USB modem’s manual for details. If you experience compatibility problems with certain 3G USB modem cards, please upgrade the firmware. The latest firmware can be found on the EDIMAX website (www.edimax.com).

Note 2: A 3G/3.5G connection and an xDSL/cable connection cannot be used at the same time. When both types are connected to the router, the 3G-6218n will prioritize the 3G/3.5G connection and will only switch to the xDSL/cable connection when the 3G/3.5G signal is weak.

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