NetComm N150, LIBERTY, m1 User Manual

NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES

3G Wireless N150 Mini Router m1

USER GUIDE

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Preface

This manual provides information related to the installation, operation, and application of this device. The individual reading this manual is
presumed to have a basic understanding of telecommunications terminology and concepts.

If you nd the product to be broken or malfunctioning, please contact technical support for immediate service by email at

[e-mail]

For product update, new product release, manual revision, or software upgrades, please visit our website at
www.netcomm.com.au

Important Safety Instructions

With reference to unpacking, installation, use and maintenance of your electronic device, the following basic guidelines are recommended:

• Do not use or install this product near water, to avoid re or shock hazard. For example, near a bathtub, kitchen sink or laundry tub,

or near a swimming pool. Also, do not expose the equipment to rain or damp areas (e.g. a wet basement).

• Do not connect the power supply cord on elevated surfaces. Allow it to lie freely. There should be no obstructions in its path and no

heavy items should be placed on the cord. In addition, do not walk on, step on or mistreat the cord.

• Use only the power cord and adapter that are shipped with this device.

• To safeguard the equipment against overheating, make sure that all openings in the unit that offer exposure to air are not blocked.

• Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from

lightening. Also, do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

• Never install telephone wiring during stormy weather conditions.

WARNING

• Disconnect the power line from the device before servicing.

Copyright

Copyright©2010 NetComm Limited. All rights reserved. The information contained herein is proprietary to NetComm Limited. No part of
this document may be translated, transcribed, reproduced, in any form, or by any means without prior written consent of NetComm Limited

NOTE:This document is subject to change without notice.

Save Our Environment

When this equipment has reached the end of its useful life, it must be taken to a recycling centre and processed separate from
domestic waste.

The cardboard box, the plastic contained in the packaging, and the parts that make up this router can be recycled in accordance with
regionally established regulations. Never dispose of this electronic equipment along with your household waste. You may be subject to
penalties or sanctions under the law. Instead, ask for disposal instructions from your municipal government.

Please be responsible and protect our environment.

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Table of Contents

Overview �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������5

What’s in the box?.............................................................................................................................................................................................................5

Key Features: ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................5

Getting Started ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������7

Network and System Requirements .................................................................................................................................................................................7

Placement of your NetComm m1 ......................................................................................................................................................................................7

Avoid obstacles and interferences ....................................................................................................................................................................................8

Cordless Phones ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................8

Choosing the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network ............................................................................................................................................8

LED Indicators:..................................................................................................................................................................................................................8

Getting Online in 5 Minutes: ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������10

Hardware Installation .......................................................................................................................................................................................................10

Establishing WiFi Connection ..........................................................................................................................................................................................10

Connecting your device to the Internet ............................................................................................................................................................................10

3G Network Settings ......................................................................................................................................................................................................11

Further Conguration and Reset .....................................................................................................................................................................................12

Connecting to your NetComm m1 Wireless Network from Mac OS X .............................................................................................................................12

Connecting to your NetComm m1 Wireless Network from a Windows PC ......................................................................................................................14

Settings in the NetComm m1 Web Conguration Wizard ................................................................................................................................................16

Basic Settings �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������18

Basic Settings >Network Setup .......................................................................................................................................................................................19

DHCP Server ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������22

Basic Settings >Wireless �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������24

WPS (WiFi Protected Setup) ............................................................................................................................................................................................25

Wireless Client List ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................25

Basic Settings > Change Password ................................................................................................................................................................................26

Security Settings ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������28

Security Settings > Packet Filters ....................................................................................................................................................................................28

Security Settings > URL Blocking ....................................................................................................................................................................................29

Security Settings > MAC Control .....................................................................................................................................................................................30

Security Settings > Miscellaneous ...................................................................................................................................................................................31

Advanced Settings �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������33

Advanced Settings > System Log ...................................................................................................................................................................................33

Advanced Settings > System Time ..................................................................................................................................................................................34

Tool Box ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������37

Tool Box > System Info ...................................................................................................................................................................................................37

Tool Box> Firmware Upgrade ..........................................................................................................................................................................................37

Tool Box > Backup Setting ..............................................................................................................................................................................................38

Tool Box > Reset to Default .............................................................................................................................................................................................38

Tool Box > Reboot ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................38

Troubleshooting ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������40

Legal & Regulatory Information ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������42

OVERVIEW

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Overview

3G Wireless N150 Mini Router m1; this product is specically designed for the mobile user who needs to have internet access beyond his
home and ofce. It provides a complete solution for Internet surng and broadband sharing. Instructions for installing and conguring this

product can be found in this manual. Before you install and use this product, please read this manual carefully to fully utilise the functions of
this product.

What’s in the box?

Your 3G Wireless N150 Mini Router m1 package contains the following items:

• 3G Wirless N150 Mini Router m1

• Quick Installation Guide

• User Guide on CD

• USB Cable

• Power Supply Unit

If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately.

Key Features:

• Ultra compact 3G wireless router with internal antenna and hanging clip

• Supports Wireless N standard with WLAN data speeds up to 150Mbps

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• Pocket sized, easy to carry anywhere

• Easy WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) by the single touch of a button to establish a secure wireless connection

• Full Wireless security - WEP, WPA, WPA2

• Browser based interface for conguration and management: OS independent and easy to use

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Maximum wireless signal rate and coverage values are derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and 802.11n specications. Actual wireless speed and coverage are dependent on
network and environmental conditions included but not limited to volume of network trafc, building materials and construction/layout

Getting Started

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Getting Started

Network and System Requirements

Before continuing with the setup of your NetComm m1, please conrm that you comply with the minimum system requirements below.

• Compatible 3G USB modem with an activated SIM card

• Computer or smart phone with Windows, Nokia Symbian, Android, Macintosh or Linux-based operating systems with TCP/IP

protocol installed and working, and a IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b or IEEE 802.11n compatible wireless adapter

• Web browser such as Internet Explorer, Safari, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Google Chrome, Netscape Navigator etc.

Placement of your NetComm m1

Your wireless connection and performance will degrade as the distance between your NetComm m1 and connected devices increases.
This may or may not be directly noticeable, and is greatly affected by the individual setup environment.

If you have concerns about your network performance that might be related to range or obstruction factors, try moving the computer (or
WiFi device) to a position between 3 to 5 metres from your NetComm m1 in order to see if distance is the problem. If difculties persist

even at close range, please contact NetComm Technical Support.

Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network performance, they will not prohibit your wireless network from functioning; if you are concerned that your

network is not operating at its maximum effectiveness, this checklist may help.
It is highly recommended that the NetComm m1 must be kept at least 20cm distances away from human body. This is a regulatory requirement and applies to all 3G /

WiFi capable devices meeting standard regulatory compliance – Please see the section on Safety and Legal Information for more information.

Place your NetComm m1 as close as possible to the centre of your wireless network devices.

To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless clients” (i.e. computers with built-in or USB wireless adapters, laptops with
built-in or USB wireless adapters, wireless enabled PDAs / Phones or wireless enabled gaming consoles, etc); ensure that your NetComm

m1 is positioned vertically. You can do this by detaching the front faceplate and using it “clip” onto a surface.

• In multi-storey homes, place your NetComm m1 on a oor that is as close to the centre of the home as possible. This may mean

placing your NetComm m1 on an upper oor.

• Try not to place your NetComm m1 near a cordless telephone that operates at the same radio frequency as the NetComm m1

(2.4GHz).

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Avoid obstacles and interferences

Avoid placing your NetComm m1 near devices that may emit radio “noise,” such as microwave ovens. Dense objects can also inhibit your
wireless signal. Some examples of dense objects that can inhibit wireless communication include:

• Refrigerators

• Washers and/or dryers

• Metal cabinets

• Large aquariums

• Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows

• If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that objects such as these are not blocking the signal path between

your devices and your NetComm m1.

Cordless Phones

If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after considering the above issues, and you have a cordless phone:

• Try moving cordless phones away from your NetComm m1 and your wireless-enabled computers.

• Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone that operates on the 2.4GHz band (check manufacturer’s information).

If this xes the problem, your phone may be interfering with the WiFi of your NetComm m1.

• If your phone supports channel selection, change the channel on the phone to the farthest channel from your wireless network.

For example, change the phone to channel 1 and set your NetComm m1 to channel 11. See your phone user manual for detailed

instructions.

• If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz cordless phone.

Choosing the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network

In locations where homes or ofces are close together, such as apartment buildings or ofce complexes, there may be wireless networks
nearby that can conict with your wireless network.

Use the site survey capability found in the wireless utility of your wireless adapter to locate any other wireless networks that are available
(see your wireless adapter’s user manual for assistance with this), and switch your NetComm m1 to a channel as far away from other
networks’ channel as possible.

Hint: Most WiFi routers set their Wireless G networks to channel 6. Changing the channel to something other than 6 may help improve your
wireless network performance.

• Experiment with more than one of the available channels in order to nd the clearest connection and avoid interference from

neighbouring cordless phones or other wireless devices.

LED Indicators:

LED color Description

USB LED Blue 3G/3.5G is on

Flashing Blue Data access

WiFi LED Blue WLAN is ON

Flashing Blue Data access

Fast Flashing Blue Device is in WPS Mode

Getting Online in 5 minutes

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Getting Online in 5 Minutes:

Hardware Installation

1. Connect power to the NetComm m1 by either:

A) Connecting the supplied power adapter to a wall power outlet and to the port labelled Power on the side of the NetComm m1

B) Connecting the supplied USB cable to the port labelled Power on the NetComm m1 and connects both USB connectors on the

other end to compatible USB ports on your laptop/desktop computer.

2. Slide the power switch to the ON position and wait around 2 minutes to allow the device to power up.

3. Connect a compatible 3G USB Modem to the 3G USB port of the NetComm m1. If you are unsure whether your 3G USB Modem is

compatible with the NetComm m1, please check the compatibility list on the NetComm website.

Establishing WiFi Connection

The NetComm m1 creates a personal WiFi coverage zone to provide Internet access to WiFi enabled devices.

1. Using your WiFi enabled device, scan for wireless networks in your area and select the network called NetComm Wireless.

2. Enter the following default security key: a1b2c3d4e5

Note: For optimal WiFi security, we recommend that you change the default settings through the web based user interface. For more details, please refer to the section titled “Basic

Settings – Wireless”. .

Connecting your Device to the Internet

After completing the hardware installation, you will need to enter the necessary settings in order to be able to connect to your broadband

service provider. You can achieve this via the product’s web based user interface by following the steps below:

1. On your computer, open a web-browser (such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Safari), type 192�168�1�1 into the address bar at the

top of the page and press enter.

2. At the login screen, type “admin” into the system password eld. Then click Login to continue.

3. Next complete the setup wizard by lling in the details of your 3G connection. If you don’t know which settings to use here, please

contact your service provider to obtain this information.

4. If the SIM Card in your 3G USB modem was supplied with a PIN, enter it in the respective eld and conrm your PIN settings and

select ‘Remember PIN’ if you want the PIN stored on the device.

5. After completing the wizard, wait for 2 minutes to allow the NetComm m1 to connect to the internet.

6. If you are connected successfully, the blue 3G light on the top of the unit will be lit. You can also check on the status of your

connection if necessary by clicking ‘Status’ after logging in to the web based user interface

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Note: Your APN (Access Point Name) is the 3G mobile network name that is used to identify your 3G mobile broadband service provider. If you don’t have this information ready,

please contact your service provider to obtain this information.

APN Table: Access Point Name for various providers

MOBILE BROADBAND SERVICE PROVIDER APN

AUSTRALIA

Telstra Telstra.Internet

Telstra.datapack

Telstra.pcpack

Telstra.bigpond

Optus - post paid connect

Optus - Prepaid preconnect

Three - post paid 3netaccess

Three - Prepaid 3services

Vodafone - post paid vnternet.au

Vodafone - Prepaid vfprepaymbb

Crazy John’s purtona.net

DoDo dodolns1

Virgin Mobile VirginBroadband

Blink splns888a1

Internode Internode

Primus primuslns1

TPG internet

Exetel Exetel1

NEW ZEALAND

Vodafone NZ www.vodafone.net.nz

Virgin Mobile VirginInternet

CallPlus www.callplus.net.nz

Slingshot www.slingshot.net.nz

Telstra Clear www.telstraclear.net.nz

Telecomm NZ XT internet.telecomm.co.nz

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Further Conguration and Reset

The NetComm m1 has been designed to work with minimal user conguration. However if you would like to set any advanced options this

can be done using the “Advanced” section of the web browser based user interface.

Advanced Settings

To access the advanced menu, click on ‘Advanced Settings’ located at the top of the web based user interface.

Changing Wireless Settings

After logging in to the web based user conguration as described above, click on “Basic Settings” and then select “Wireless” from the
menu on the left hand side to modify your network name, wireless security password or encryption strength. Save your settings by clicking

the “Save” button.

Setting a custom APN or other 3G Network settings

After logging in to the web based user conguration as described above, click on “Basic Settings” and select ”Network Setup” to modify
the 3G network settings. Save any changes by clicking the “Save” button.

Reset

If you make any errors the NetComm m1 can be reset to factory defaults by holding the WPS button for 10 seconds.

Connecting to your NetComm m1 Wireless Network from Mac OS X

Follow these steps to connect your MAC OSX computer to your NetComm m1 wireless network.

Click on the ‘Apple’ icon at the top left hand corner of your screen.

Click on ‘System Preferences’ option.

Under the ‘System Preferences’ parameters, click on the ‘Network’ icon under ‘Internet & Network.

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Under the ‘Network’ selection, click on the ‘Airport’ and click on ‘Search Network Name’ to see all the wireless networks available to you.

Make sure your NetComm m1 is turned on. You should see a wireless network called ‘NetComm Wireless’

Click on network ‘NetComm Wireless’

Enter the password which is ‘“a1b2c3d4e5“

You are now connected to your NetComm m1. Open your browser and type in http://192.168.1.1 to access your device