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Warrant y Information
This warranty applies to (a) products sold directly by Novatel Wireless M2M, unless a different
warranty is specified in a written agreement between Novatel Wireless M2M and the
purchaser; and (b) products sold to end users through a distributor authorized by Novatel
Wireless M2M, but only where the authorized distributor does not provide a separate
warranty on such products, and Novatel Wireless M2M has agreed to provide this warranty to
such end users. If you purchased the product from an authorized distributor, please check
whether this warranty from Novatel Wireless M2M, or a separate warranty from the
distributor, applies to your purchase. This warranty does not apply to any (i) accessories or
batteries for the products; or (ii) demonstration samples or prototypes of the products. Unless
otherwise provided in a written agreement between Novatel Wireless M2M and the
purchaser, all such accessories, batteries, samples or prototypes are provided by Novatel
Wireless M2M AS IS without any warranty of any kind.
Novatel Wireless M2M warrants to the original purchaser of the product from Novatel
Wireless M2M or its authorized distributor (as applicable) that, for a period of one (1) year
from the date of shipment of the product from Novatel Wireless M2M, the product hardware
will be substantially free from defects in material or workmanship under normal operation, and
the productfirmware will perform substantially in accordance with the product
documentation provided by Novatel Wireless M2M. Novatel Wireless M2M does not warrant
that (a) the product hardware or firmware will meet the purchaser's requirements; (b) the
operation of the product hardware or firmware will be uninterrupted or error-free; or (c) the
product, when integrated in, or combined with, other products or software not supplied by
Novatel Wireless M2M, will continue to perform substantially in accordance with the product
documentation. This limited warranty is for the benefit of the original purchaser, and is not
transferable.
During the warranty period, Novatel Wireless M2M, at its expense and in its sole discretion,
will repair the product, or replace the product with a corresponding or equivalent product, if
it is determined to have a covered defect, provided that the purchaser first notifies Novatel
Wireless M2M (directly or through its authorized distributor from which the product was
purchased) of any such defect, furnishes Novatel Wireless M2M with a proof of purchase (if
required), requests and obtains a return merchandize authorization (RMA) number from
Novatel Wireless M2M, and returns the product under that RMA to Novatel Wireless M2M (or,
at Novatel Wireless M2M's option, to its authorized distributor), with the shipping charges
being prepaid by purchaser. If, upon reasonable examination of the returned product, Novatel
Wireless M2M does not substantiate the defect claimed by purchaser, or determines that the
defect is not covered under this limited warranty, Novatel Wireless M2M will not be required
to repair or replace the product, but may instead reship the product to the purchaser (or, at
Novatel Wireless M2M's option, to its authorized distributor where the product can be made
available to purchaser), in which case the purchaser shall be responsible for paying Novatel
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Wireless M2M's cost for reshipping the product to purchaser (or to Novatel Wireless M2M's
authorized distributor), and Novatel Wireless M2M's usual charges for unpacking, testing, and
repacking the product for reshipment to purchaser (or to Novatel Wireless M2M's authorized
distributor). Purchaser shall bear the risk of loss or damage in transit to any product returned
by purchaser to Novatel Wireless M2M, or any returned product not found to be defective or
covered under this warranty, and reshipped by Novatel Wireless M2M to purchaser (or to
Novatel Wireless M2M's authorized distributor). In the event Novatel Wireless M2M repairs or
replaces a defective product covered by this limited warranty, the repaired or replacement
product will be covered under this limited warranty for the remainder of the original warranty
period on the defective product, or a period of ninety (90) days, whichever is longer. If
Novatel Wireless M2M is unable to repair or replace a defective product covered by this
limited warranty, Novatel Wireless M2M will provide to purchaser a credit or a refund (at
Novatel Wireless M2M's option) of the original purchase price (excluding taxes and shipping
charges). Any returned and replaced product, or any product for which Novatel Wireless M2M
has furnished a credit or a refund, becomes the property of Novatel Wireless M2M.
Novatel Wireless M2M shall not have any obligation to provide any firmware bug fixes,
upgrades or new releases except as may be necessary to correct any covered defect of which
purchaser notifies Novatel Wireless M2M in writing during the warranty period. Novatel
Wireless M2M, from time to time and in its sole discretion, may make available for download
on its website (www.novatelwireless.com), or may provide via email, certain firmware bug
fixes, upgrades or new releases for the product. Download and use of any such bug fixes,
upgrades or new releases is subject to all of the applicable terms and conditions of Novatel
Wireless M2M's technical support policy as posted and updated on its website. Novatel
Wireless M2M shall have no obligation under this limited warranty for (a) normal wear and
tear; (b) the cost of procurement of substitute products; or (c) any defect that is (i)
discovered by purchaser during the warranty period but for which purchaser does not
request an RMA number from Novatel Wireless M2M, as required above, until after the end of
the warranty period, (ii) caused by any accident, misuse, abuse, improper installation,
handling or testing, or unauthorized repair or modification of the product, (iii) caused by use
of any materials not supplied by Novatel Wireless M2M, or by use of the product other than in
accordance with its documentation, or (iv) the result of electrostatic discharge, electrical
surge, fire, flood or similar causes. The purchaser (or its customers, as applicable) shall be
solely responsible for the proper configuration, testing and verification of the Novatel
Wireless M2M product prior to deployment in the field, and for ensuring that any end user
product or system into which the Novatel Wireless M2M product is integrated or incorporated
operates as intended and meets the requirements of purchaser (or its customers). Novatel
Wireless M2M shall have no responsibility whatsoever for the integration, configuration,
testing, verification, installation, upgrade, support or maintenance of any such end user
product or system, or for any liabilities, damages, costs or expenses associated therewith.
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NOVATELWIRELESS'S SOLE RESPONSIBILITY AND PURCHASER'S SOLE REMEDY UNDER
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE FOR NOVATELWIRELESS TO REPAIR OR REPLACE
THE PRODUCT (OR IF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT IS NOT POSSIBLE, PROVIDE A CREDIT
OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE) AS PROVIDED ABOVE. NOVATELWIRELESS
EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT,
MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL NOVATELWIRELESS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT,
SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING
WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OR INTERRUPTION OF USE, DATA, REVENUES OR PROFITS)
RESULTING FROM A BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY OR BASED ON ANY OTHER LEGAL
THEORY, EVEN IF NOVATELWIRELESS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OR
LIKELIHOOD OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Some jurisdictions may require a longer warranty period than specifiedabove and,
accordingly, for products sold in those jurisdictions the applicable warranty period shall be
extended as required under the laws of those jurisdictions. Furthermore, some jurisdictions
may not allow the disclaimer of implied warranties or the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above disclaimer, limitation or exclusion may not apply to
products sold in those jurisdictions. This limited warranty gives the purchaser specific legal
rights and the purchaser may have other legal rights that vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
This limited warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas, United States of
America, without regard to conflict of laws principles. This limited warranty shall not be
governed in any respect by the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International
Sale of Goods.
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Regulatory Compliance
CE MARKING
This device has been tested to and conforms to the essential regulatory requirements of the
European Union R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC. The device also conforms to the European
Union’s restrictions on use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic
Equipment Directive, 2002/95/EC (commonly called “RoHS”) and amendments and
2011/65/EU (commonly called RoHS Recast”). This device has attained CE Marking.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION NOTICE (FCC UNITED STATES) and INDUSTRY CANADA (IC) NOTICE
Electronic devices, including computers and wireless modems, generate RF energy incidental
to their intended function and are therefore subject to FCC rules and regulations.
This equipment has been tested to, and found to be within the acceptable 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 when the equipment is operated in a
residential environment.
This equipment generates radio frequency energy and is designed for use in accordance with
the manufacturer’s user manual. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in any particular installation. If this equipment causes harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, you are
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules
and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
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WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE WIRELESS COMMUNICATION DEVICE
YOURSELF. SUCH ACTION MAY VOID THE WARRANTY. THE SA 2100 MODEM IS FACTORY
TUNED. NO CUSTOMER CALIBRATION OR TUNING IS REQUIRED. CONTACT NOVATEL
WIRELESS, INC. TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR INFORMATION ABOUT SERVICING YOUR
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION DEVICE.
FCC IC CAUTION: Any changes or modification not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
MODIFICATIONS: The FCC and IC requires that you be notified that any changes or
modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Novatel Wireless may
void your authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: The Radio Frequency (RF) emitter installed in your modem must not be located or
operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter, unless specifically authorized
by Novatel Wireless Technologies.
This device is not for consumer use.
RF EXPOSURE CONTENT
This device is authorized for use in mobile applications after installation. At least 20 cm (8 in)
of separation between the router and the user’s body must be maintained at all times.
The separation distance is required to meet FCC and IC rules. Failure to install this device
according to these instructions will void the FCC and IC acceptance.
External Antenna Instructions
Important instructions: read before installation
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Should an external antenna be required, these instructions must be followed. The following
installation practices are required to comply with FCC and IC rules on RF exposure. Failure to
follow these guidelines can result in operations that exceed RF Exposure limits.
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Maintain a minimum distance of at least 20 cm (8 in) from all persons regardless of how
the antenna is mounted (stand assembly or wall mount).
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Connect the antennae to the modem using the supplied cable only – do not use a
different cable. Use the full length of the cable to position the antenna as far from the
modem and generally populated areas as possible.
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For wall or pole mount installations position the antennae as far away from the base unit
as permitted by the antenna cable. Ensure at least 20 cm (8 in) separation from the
antenna element and the public.
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This antenna must not be located close to any other antennae or devices.
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Use only the following approved antenna types and cable assembly
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Pulse (Part No.: WA700/2700SMA) Antenna (The gain of the antenna (including
cable loss) will not exceed the following:
Frequency Maximum Antenna Gain (dBi)
704 - 7163.5
824 - 8494.0
1710-17553.5
1850 - 1910 2.0
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The antenna is shipped with both a suction cup and clip for mounting.
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Use only the supporting cable to connect the antenna to the SA 2100.
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Never use an antenna from another vendor or another source.
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For any questions regarding the safe operation of this device please contact Novatel
Wireless at www.novatelwireless.com.
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Batter y Information And Safety Requirements
NOTE: Failure to comply with all of the following precautions could:
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Cause personal injury or property damage
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Cause abnormal chemical reactions which would make the battery overheat, smoke,
distort, leak, or catch on fire
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Destroy internal protections built into the battery
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Shorten battery life
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Reduce battery performance
Precautions
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Read this entire manual and the label on the exterior of the battery.
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Keep the battery away from sources of excessive heat such as fire, stoves, or direct
sunlight.
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Keep the battery away from sources of high voltage or static discharge.
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Do not use or store the battery with other batteries or where it could touch metal.
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Do not put the battery into a microwave oven.
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Do not allow the battery to be crushed.
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Keep the battery away from children.
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Do not drop the battery.
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Do not allow anything to touch any of the battery contacts
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Do not connect two or more of the contacts.
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Do not disassemble, destroy, or attempt reassembly of the battery.
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Do not place or leave the battery in a damp or wet environment.
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Do not allow water to touch the battery.
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Do not wrap the battery with conductive material.
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Properly dispose of the battery.
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Do not incinerate or burn the battery.
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Do not leave or discard the battery where it could get wet or become submerged in
water.
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Do not damage the battery.
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Do not weld or solder anything to the battery, the attached wires, or the connector.
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Do not use this battery in any device other than supplied.
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Use of this battery in other devices could result in unsafe conditions.
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Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
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Do not touch a leaking battery or materials that may have leaked from a battery. Do not
allow it to touch your skin or clothes. If touched, immediately rinse affected areas
thoroughly with water. Leaked materials may cause skin irritation. Seek medical
attention if irritation persists. If it contacts your eyes, do not rub your eyes. Rinse the
eyes thoroughly with water, and see a doctor immediately.
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Documentation Conventions
Notes
This is a note, it indicates important features or instructions.
Warnings
This is a warning, it indicates a situation that might result in loss of data, hardware
damage, or personal injury.
Hyperlinks
Blue text indicates an active, clickable link (e.g., http://www.novatelwireless.com).
Monospace Font
Indicates source code, command line entries, and code embedded in text. Example
Monospace
Boldface
Indicates an on-screen menu, option, window title, or other element that you should locate,
select, or click.
Enter /
Indicates an instruction to press the Enter key. Maybe labeled as Enter, Return, or New Line
on your keyboard.
Settings Page > Device Settings > Backup And Restore33
Settings Page - Mobile Settings34
Settings Page > Mobile Settings > Mobile35
Settings Page > Mobile Settings > APN36
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Settings Page > Mobile Settings > Network Selection37
Settings Page > Mobile Settings > Manual DNS39
Settings Page > Mobile Settings > SIM Lock40
Settings Page - Advanced Settings42
Settings Page > Advanced Settings > Firewall42
Settings Page > Advanced Settings > MAC Filter44
Settings Page > Advanced Settings > LAN45
Settings Page > Advanced Settings > Port Filtering47
Settings Page > Advanced Settings > Port Forwarding48
Messages50
GPS51
Using GPS52
Current Location53
GPS Over Wi-Fi (NMEA)53
Customer Support53
About54
About Page - Current Status Tab55
Internet Status55
Wi-Fi Hotspot56
Operations56
About Page - Device Info Tab56
About Page - Diagnostics Tab59
Modem60
HSPA Status60
4G LTE Status61
About Page - Logs Tab62
Settings62
Log Data63
Buttons63
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About Page - Software Update Tab64
Current Software64
Last Update65
Update History65
4 Accessories66
Antenna67
Backup Battery69
Power Cable69
Power Supply70
USB Cable Part71
Ordering Accessories71
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1
Getting Started
Device Overview
LEDs
Connectors
Reset Button
Cari ng For Your Device
Technical Speci ficat ions
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Device Overview
The SA2100 Cellular Router allows you to set up a network and provides both wired and
wireless connectivity.
This device is intended for professional installation and not for consumer use.
System Requirements
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A computer or computing device supporting Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
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Internet browser software: i.e., Microsoft Internet Explorer 8.0 or higher, Firefox, Safari,
Opera, Chrome, etc.
Components
Router
Figure 1-1 SA 2100
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Label
Figure 1-2 Device Label
The label on the rear part of the router displays the following information:
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MAC Address
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IMEI or ESN Number
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SSID (Factory preset, unique to each device)
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WiFi Key (Factory preset, unique to each device)
LEDs
The SA 2100 router has LEDs that verify status, signal, and connectivity.
Figure 1-3
The following table describes each LED:
SymbolLEDColorStateDescription
Power:GreenOn
Blinking
1 sec On
2 sec Off
Normal operation (External or Battery Power)
** Note When operating on Battery power all other
LEDs are OFF.
The LED blinks slowly, once every 5 secs when running
on the battery.
During device Reset or Power-up sequence
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SymbolLEDColorStateDescription
WiFi:GreenOffWiFi not enabled or No Wi-Fi connected devices or
OnExternal Power - Wi-Fi devices Attached but no Wi-Fi
Blinking
1 sec On
1 sec Off
WAN – LTEGreenONAttached (LTE) – no traffic
Blinking
1 sec On
1 sec Off
WAN – 4G/3G
(HSPA+/WCDMA)
WAN – 2GOrangeONAttached (2G) – no traffic
Cellular 5-bar signal
strength:
BlueONAttached (4G/3G) – no traffic
Blinking
1 sec On
1 sec Off
Blinking
1 sec On
1 sec Off
GreenOffNo SIM/No Signal/Operating from battery
device is powered from Battery
traffic
Wi-Fi traffic
PDP Activity
PDP Activity
PDP Activity
GreenOnActive only when external power is present.
Note that while the SA 2100 is operating on battery power, the Power LED is the
only LED that operates.
Connectors
The SA 2100 router has the following connectors:
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Figure 1-4 Router Connections
Cellular antenna connector RF1 (Primary)
Micro USB Port
Graceful shutdown button
Ethernet port
8 Pin IO connector (Includes power)
Cellular antenna connector RF2 (Diversity)
Figure 1-5 8 Pin IO connector
For Pin Out descriptions refer to the "Power Cable" on page 69
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Reset Button
The Reset Button is inside the battery compartment.
Figure 1-6 Reset Button
In the corner of the battery compartment the Reset button is a small hole about 1.5mm in
diameter, with the word “RESET” below it.
We recommend that you use a paperclip to push the Reset button if a device reset is
required.
Caring For Your Device
You must handle the SA 2100 router carefully to ensure it functions properly.
We recommend the following guidelines:
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Place the router in an area free from liquids, dust, and extreme temperatures.
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Store the router back in its box when not in use.
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Do not block any ventilation openings by applying adhesives or labels to the router as
this might cause the device to overheat or it might interfere with the antenna.
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Clean only with a clean, dry cloth.
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Route the cord so that it is not easily damaged by someone walking on it, or by items
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sitting on or against it.
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Route the cord so that it is not easily damaged by someone walking on it, or by items
sitting on or against it.