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When this equipment has reached the end of its useful life, it must be taken to a recycling centre and processed separately from
domestic waste.
The cardboard box, the plastic contained in the packaging, and the parts that make up this device 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.
Product Features ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Physical Dimensions and Indicators ............................................................................................................................................ 7
LED Indicators ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Safety and Product Care ............................................................................................................................................................. 10
Transport and Handling ............................................................................................................................................................... 10
Installation and Configuration of the NetComm NF2 ................................................................................................................. 11
Placement of your NF2 and Mobile Broadband ............................................................................................................................................. 11
Avoid obstacles and interference .................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network ............................................................................................................................ 11
Connecting via an Ethernet cable ................................................................................................................................................................. 12
First Time Simple Configuration Wizard ......................................................................................................................................................... 13
Advanced Features ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Virtual Server ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Special AP ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Status ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 38
MAC Control ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
Status ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 42
System Log ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 42
Dynamic DNS .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 43
QoS (Quality of Service) ............................................................................................................................................................................... 44
System Time ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 46
NAS Settings ................................................................................................................................................................................ 51
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Disk Utility ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 51
FTP Service Configuration ............................................................................................................................................................................ 52
Access Control ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 53
iTunes Server .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 54
Download Status ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 56
Web HDD .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 57
System Info ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 58
Reset to Default ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 60
Additional Product Information ................................................................................................................................................... 63
Establishing a wireless connection................................................................................................................................................................ 63
Technical Data ............................................................................................................................................................................. 64
Intellectual Property Rights ........................................................................................................................................................................... 67
1. Speeds are dependent on network coverage. See your MBB provider coverage maps for more details. The total number of WiFi users can also affect data speeds.
The maximum wireless signal rate and coverage values are derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g and 802.11n specifications. The actual wireless speed and
coverage are dependent on network and environmental conditions including but not limited to the volume of network traffic, building materials and
construction/layout.
Package Contents
The NF2 Hub package consists of:
1 x NF2 WiFi Router.
1 x 12VDC~1.5A Power Adapter.
1 x External Antenna.
1 x RJ-45 LAN Cable.
Quick Setup Guide.
Wireless Security Card.
Warranty Card.
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer immediately.
Product Features
The NetComm NF2 creates a secure WiFi network, providing Internet access for up to 15 users. Simply plug the NF2 into a power
outlet then insert a Mobile Broadband (MBB) dongle into the USB port on the side panel to access a high speed Internet connection
within minutes.
The NetComm NF2 incorporates a WLAN 802.11b/g/n access point, three 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports and one
10/100Mbps Ethernet WAN port. It features the latest security options such as WPA and WPA2 data encryption, SPI (Stateful
Packet Inspection) Firewall and VPN pass through.
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LED
INDICATOR
ICON
COLOUR
DEFINITION
3G
Blue On
Connected via 3G/4G modem
Off
3G/4G is not configured or no dongle connected.
Blue Flashing
Connecting.
Red On
SIM Error
Red Flashing
Connection failed. Retrying.
WWW
Blue On
Connected via WAN Ethernet port.
Blue Blinking
WAN port traffic.
Red On
Connected via 3G/4G
Red Blinking
3G traffic.
Off
Internet connection not configured.
LAN1 - 4
Blue On
LAN connection is established.
Blue Blinking
Traffic on Ethernet port.
Off
Ethernet link is down.
WiFi
Blue On
WiFi is enabled.
Blue Flashing
WPS negotiation in process.
Blue Blinking
Traffic on the WiFi network.
Off
WiFi Disabled.
Power
Off
Powered off.
Blue Flashing
Device is starting up.
Blue On
Powered on.
Physical Dimensions and
Indicators
LED Indicators
The NetComm NF2 has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the rear for better organization. The
display is visible on the front of the NF2 to provide you with information about network activity and the device status. See below for
an explanation of each of the indicator lights.
Table 2 - LED Indicators
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INTERFACE
FUNCTION
WiFi Antenna
Attach the wireless antenna turning it in a clockwise direction.
WAN
The WAN Ethernet port for a Fixed Line (ADSL/Cable/Satellite) connection
to the internet.
On/Off
The power button for the NF2. Press once to switch the unit on or off.
LAN 1
The LAN 1 Port for wired Ethernet clients (Computers, Laptops, etc).
LAN 2
The LAN 2 Port for wired Ethernet clients (Computers, Laptops, etc).
LAN 3
The LAN 3 Port for wired Ethernet clients (Computers, Laptops, etc).
Power
The power connector designed for use with a DC 12V 1.5A Power
Adapter.
Reset
Hold this button down for over 10 seconds to reset the router to factory
default settings.
3G
Connect a 3G/4G USB modem here
USB Storage
Connect a USB based storage device here
Integrated Interfaces
The following integrated interfaces are available on the rear of the NetComm NF2:
Integrated Interface
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LAN (MANAGEMENT)
Static IP Address:
192.168.20.1
Subnet Mask:
255.255.255.0
Default Gateway:
192.168.20.1
WAN (INTERNET)
WAN mode:
Dynamic IP
WIRELESS (WIFI)
SSID:
(Refer to the included wireless security card)
Security:
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
Security Key:
(Refer to the included wireless security card)
NF2™ HUB WEB INTERFACE ACCESS
Username:
admin
Password:
admin
NF2 Default Settings
The following tables list the default settings for the NF2 Hub.
Table 3: LAN Management Default Settings
Table 4: WAN Port Default Settings
Table 5: WiFi Default Settings
For security purposes, each NF2 comes with a unique SSID that varies by a 4 digit number at the end. e.g. SSID: “NetComm Wireless XXXX”
Table 6: Web Interface Default Settings
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Safety and Product Care
With reference to unpacking, installation, use and maintenance of your electronic device, the following basic guidelines are
recommended:
To avoid fire or shock hazard do not use or install this product near water. For example, near a bathtub, kitchen sink,
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.
To safeguard the equipment against overheating, make sure that all openings in the unit that offer exposure to air are
unobstructed.
WARNING
Disconnect the power line from the device before servicing.
Transport and Handling
When transporting the NetComm NF2, it is recommended to return the product in the original packaging. This ensures the product
will not be damaged.
In the event the product needs to be returned, ensure it is securely packaged with appropriate padding to prevent
damage during courier transport.
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Installation and Configuration of
the NetComm NF2
Placement of your NF2 and Mobile Broadband
Just like your mobile phone, the NF2’s location will affect its signal strength to the MBB (Mobile Broadband) Provider’s Mobile Base
Station (Cell Tower). The data speed achievable from the NF2 is relative to this signal strength, which is affected by many
environmental factors. Please keep in mind that the NF2 will need adequate signal strength in order to provide Internet connectivity
whilst choosing a location to place your NF2.
Similarly, the wireless connection between your NF2 and your WiFi devices will be stronger the closer your connected devices are to
your NF2. Your wireless connection and performance will degrade as the distance between your NF2 and connected devices
increases. This may or may not be directly noticeable, and is greatly affected by the individual installation environment.
If you have concerns about your network’s performance that might be related to range or obstruction factors, try moving the
computer to a position between three to five meters from the NF2™ Hub in order to see if distance is the problem.
Please 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. Please ensure that your NF2 WiFi external antenna is positioned vertically (toward the ceiling).
If you experience difficulties connecting wirelessly between your WiFi Devices and your NF2, please try the following steps:
In multi-storey homes, place the NF2 on a floor that is as close to the centre of the home as possible. This may mean
placing the NF2 on an upper floor.
Try not to place the NF2™ Hub near a cordless telephone that operates at the same radio frequency as the NF2
(2.4GHz).
Avoid obstacles and interference
Avoid placing your NF2 near devices that may emit radio “noise”, such as microwave ovens. 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 those listed above are not blocking
the signal’s path (between your wireless devices and the NF2).
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 NF2 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 fixes the problem, your phone may be interfering with the NF2.
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 move your NF2 to channel 11. See your phone’s user
manual for detailed instructions.
If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz cordless phone.
Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network
In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as apartment buildings or office complexes, there may be wireless
networks nearby that can conflict with your wireless network. Use the Site Survey capabilities 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), and switch your
Router and computers to a channel as far away from other networks as possible.
Experiment with more than one of the available channels, in order to find the clearest connection and avoid interference from
neighbouring cordless phones or other wireless devices.
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Hardware installation
1. Attach the supplied antenna to the antenna port. [This should be attached in a clockwise direction.]
2. Insert your MBB (Mobile Broadband) Dongle into the USB slot.
3. Connect the power adapter to the Power socket on the back of the NF2.
4. Plug the power adapter into the wall socket and switch on the power.
5. Wait approximately 60 seconds for the NF2 to power up.
Connecting via an Ethernet cable
1. Connect the Ethernet cable provided to the port marked LAN at the back of the NF2.
2. Connect the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable to your computer.
3. Wait approximately 30 seconds for the connection to establish.
4. Open your Web browser and type http://192.168.20.1 into the address bar and press enter.
5. Enter “admin” (without quotations) for both the Username and Password and click on the Login button.
6. Follow the steps of the start-up wizard to set up your NF2.
7. After the setup process is completed, you will be connected to the Internet.
Connecting wirelessly
1. Ensure WiFi is enabled on your device (computer/laptop/Smartphone).
2. Scan for wireless networks in your area and connect to the network name that matches the Wireless network name found
on the Wireless Security Card (included in the box).
Please note: For security purposes, each NF2 has a unique SSID (such as NetComm-WirelessXXXX) and Wireless Security
Key. The included Wireless Security Card lists these fields instead of the xxxxx’s as shown in the screenshot above.
3. When prompted for your wireless security settings, enter the wireless security key listed on your Wireless Security Card.
4. Wait approximately 30 seconds for the connection to be established.
5. Open your Web browser and type http://192.168.20.1 into the address bar and press enter.
6. Enter “admin” (without quotations) as both the Username and Password and press the Login button.
7. Follow the steps to set up your NF2.
8. After the setup process is completed, you will be connected to the Internet.
9. To connect additional devices via WiFi, repeat steps 1 through 4.
Figure 1: Included Security Card
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Figure 2: Setup Wizard Step 1 –WAN Interface
First Time Simple Configuration Wizard
When you log in to your NF2 for the first time, you will be presented with the NF2 “Set-up Wizard” as shown in the screenshot
below. This wizard can be skipped by clicking on the link shown on the screenshot below. You can re-run the Setup Wizard again
anytime after first use by selecting the “Setup Wizard” option under the “Toolbox” tab in the Advanced View of the management
console.
Figure 2: Setup Wizard - Start
Select your WAN interface preference – Ethernet WAN, 3G or Ethernet WAN with 3G backup. The example above shows an
Ethernet WAN connection with 3G backup. Press the Next button to continue the setup wizard.
This page allows you to customize the 2.4GHz wireless setting of the NF2.
Wireless (WiFi):
WiFi is set to “On” by default. Changing this option to “Off” will turn off the wireless feature and you will not be able to connect to
your NF2 via 2.4 GHz WiFi.
SSID Broadcast:
Select ‘Disable’ to hide the SSID of the NF2. If disabled, other people will not be able scan and detect your NF2’s SSID.
SSID Broadcast Name (Max 32 Characters):
The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is the name of your wireless network. Use a unique name to identify your wireless network so that
you can easily connect from your wireless clients. This field is case sensitive and can be up to 32 characters. You should change
the default SSID for added security.
This page allows you to configure the 2.4 GHz WiFi security settings for the NF2. Setting a strong wireless security level (such as
WPA-PSK - AES) can prevent unauthorized access to your wireless network. Please enter the Security Key that you wish to use, or
leave this field unchanged to use the default Security Key. Click “Next” to continue.
This page allows you to customize the 5.0 GHz wireless setting of the NF2.
Wireless (WiFi):
WiFi is set to “On” by default. Changing this option to “Off” will turn off the wireless feature and you will not be able to connect to
your NF2 via 5.0 GHz WiFi.
SSID Broadcast:
Select ‘Disable’ to hide the SSID of the NF2. If disabled, other people will not be able scan and detect your NF2’s SSID.
The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is the name of your wireless network. Use a unique name to identify your wireless network so that
you can easily connect from your wireless clients. This field is case sensitive and can be up to 32 characters. You should change
the default SSID for added security.
This page allows you to configure the 5.0 GHz WiFi security settings for the NF2. Setting a strong wireless security level (such as
WPA-PSK - AES) can prevent unauthorized access to your wireless network. Please enter the Security Key that you wish to use, or
leave this field unchanged to use the default Security Key. Click “Next” to continue.
In Step 6 of the NF2 Setup Wizard the administration password for the router can be set to prevent unauthorised access to the
router management page. Enter the Desired Username and Desired Password, retyping the desired Password in the Retype
Password field to confirm the new password. Click Next to continue the setup wizard.
Figure 7: Setup Wizard Step 7 - Summary
Review your settings then click “Finish” to save configuration. Click “Back” if you want to make any changes.
After clicking Finish, the NF2 will save your configuration and reboot itself. Please wait as this process takes about 2 minutes. You
will be guided back to the management console once the process is complete.
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Management Console Login Procedure
After first time setup, the management console will be password protected to prevent unauthorized access to the configuration
settings of your NetComm NF2.
To log in to the management console, view the status and make changes to your NF2, please follow the steps below:
1. Open your web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer/Firefox/Safari) and navigate to http://192.168.20.1
2. Enter the username and password configured during the first time setup and click the Submit button. Use the default
username and password “admin” if these details have not been customized. Click “Login” to continue.
Please note: If you forget the username and password you selected during the NF2 set-up process, holding the reset
button for over 10 seconds will restart the unit with the original settings (username: admin / password: admin).
Please note: In the event that your Internet connection becomes unavailable and no fail over service has been configured,
the NetComm NF2 Management console page will display when attempting to browse to an Internet site.
Figure 8: Management Console Login
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ITEM
DEFINITION
WAN Type
The current WAN type set on the NF2.
IP Address
The current WAN IP Address is listed here.
Subnet Mask
The current subnet mask of the NF2 is listed here.
Gateway
The current gateway of the NF2 is listed here
3G Status
The current status of the 3G connectivity is listed here.
3G Signal Strength
The current signal strength of the MBB (Mobile Broadband) service connection.
Number of Clients connected on
Wireless 2.4GHz
The current numbers of clients connected on the NF2 via 2.4GHz
Number of clients connected on
Wireless 5GHz
The current numbers of clients connected on the NF2 via 5GHz
Management Console
Basic Status Overview
The basic status page provides basic system related information. It can be accessed by clicking on the “Switch to Basic view”
button from the top of the status page.
Figure 9: Basic View – Status
The status page shows the current primary Internet connection, WAN/LAN status, MBB connection status, current Signal Strength
(dBm) and the SIM Status.
Table 7: Basic View - Status
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OPTION
DEFINITION
Wireless (WiFi) ON/ OFF:
Changing this option to Off will turn off the WiFi feature on the NF2 and you will not be able to connect to your
NF2 wirelessly.
SSID Broadcast
Select whether the NF2 will broadcast the SSID (Network Name) for any wireless device in range to detect
SSID Broadcast Name (SSID):
The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is the name of your wireless network. Use a unique name to identify your
wireless device so that you can easily connect to it from your wireless clients. This field is case sensitive and
can be up to 32 characters long.
Security key:
Enter your chosen Wireless Security key here. The default WPA-PSK key is printed on the wireless security
card and on the Product ID on the bottom of the NF2. Please note that whilst the key can be customized on
this page, the key will revert to the default if the NF2 is reset to factory default settings.
2.4 GHz Wireless
Figure 11: Basic View – 2.4 GHz Wireless
This page allows you to configure basic 2.4 GHz WiFi settings for this device such as enabling/disabling the 2.4 GHz WiFi
functionality, changing the 2.4 GHz Wireless Network Name (SSID) or the 2.4 GHz Wireless Security key. If you make any changes
to the settings, click the “Save and apply changes” button to make these changes active.
Table 8: Basic View - 2.4 GHz Wireless Settings
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5.0 GHz Wireless
OPTION
DEFINITION
Wireless (WiFi) ON/ OFF:
Changing this option to Off will turn off the WiFi feature on the NF2 and you will not be able to connect to your
NF2 wirelessly.
SSID Broadcast
Select whether the NF2 will broadcast the SSID (Network Name) for any wireless device in range to detect.
WiFi Network Name (SSID):
The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is the name of your wireless network. Use a unique name to identify your
wireless device so that you can easily connect to it from your wireless clients. This field is case sensitive and
can be up to 32 characters long.
Security key:
Enter your chosen Wireless Security key here. The default WPA-PSK key is printed on the wireless security
card and on the Product ID on the bottom of the NF2. Please note that whilst the key can be customized on
this page, the key will revert to the default if the NF2 is reset to factory default settings.
Figure 10: Basic - 5.0 GHz Wireless
This page allows you to configure basic 5.0 GHz WiFi settings for this device such as enabling/disabling the 5.0 GHz WiFi
functionality, changing the 5.0 GHz Wireless Network Name (SSID) or the 5.0 GHz Wireless Security key. If you make any changes
to the settings, click the “Save and apply changes” button to make these changes active.
Table 9: Basic View - 5.0 GHZ Wireless Settings
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