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NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot

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Introduction.................................................................................................................................................... 1

Before You Begin .................................................................................................................................. 1

Operating Environment (Compatible OSs) ........................................................................................... 1

Package Contents ................................................................................................................................. 2

SSID and Security Key ......................................................................................................................... 2

Additional Information ........................................................................................................................... 3

Contacting Customer Service ............................................................................................................... 3

Get Started .................................................................................................................................................... 4

Parts and Function ................................................................................................................................ 4

SIM Card ............................................................................................................................................... 5

Handling a SIM Card ..................................................................................................................... 5

Insert the SIM Card ....................................................................................................................... 6

Remove the SIM Card .................................................................................................................. 7

Battery Use ........................................................................................................................................... 8

Insert the Battery ........................................................................................................................... 8

Remove the Battery ...................................................................................................................... 9

Charge the Battery ...................................................................................................................... 10

Turn Your Device On and Off ............................................................................................................. 11

Control Your Device Using the Power Butt on ............................................................................. 12

Sleep Mode ................................................................................................................................. 12

Activation and Service ........................................................................................................................ 13

Connect with WiFi (WLAN) ......................................................................................................................... 14

Connect to the Mobile Hotspot WiFi Network ..................................................................................... 14

Find and Select the Mobile Hotspot WiFi Network ..................................................................... 14

Connect Through WPS ............................................................................................................... 14

Guest WiFi Network ............................................................................................................................ 16

Turn the Guest WiFi Network On and Off ................................................................................... 16

Guest WiFi Password ................................................................................................................. 17

Connect with the Micro-USB Cable ............................................................................................................ 18

Making a Tethered Connection ........................................................................................................... 18

TRU-Install .......................................................................................................................................... 19

LCD Interface .............................................................................................................................................. 21

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LCD Home Screen .............................................................................................................................. 21

Signal Strength Icon .................................................................................................................... 22

Battery Icon ................................................................................................................................. 22

Alerts ........................................................................................................................................... 22

LCD Information Screens .................................................................................................................... 23

Alerts Screen............................................................................................................................... 23

Device Info Screen ...................................................................................................................... 24

Settings ....................................................................................................................................................... 25

Mobile Hotspot Manager Overview ..................................................................................................... 25

Log In to the Mobile Hotspot Manager ........................................................................................ 25

Mobile Hotspot Manager Home Page ................................................................................................. 26

Data Usage ................................................................................................................................. 27

My Account ................................................................................................................................. 28

Alerts ........................................................................................................................................... 28

Status (Connection Details) ........................................................................................................ 29

WiFi Page ............................................................................................................................................ 29

Connect Tab................................................................................................................................ 30

WiFi Options Tab ........................................................................................................................ 31

Show or Hide the Main WiFi Network Name and Password on LCD Home Screen .................. 34

Change the WiFi Network Name ................................................................................................ 34

Set the Maximum Number of WiFi Devices ................................................................................ 35

Change the WiFi Security ........................................................................................................... 35

Turn WiFi On or Off When Tethered ........................................................................................... 36

Change the WiFi Channel ........................................................................................................... 36

MAC Filter Tab ............................................................................................................................ 37

Manage the Block List (MAC Filtering) ....................................................................................... 38

Settings Page ...................................................................................................................................... 39

General Device Settings ............................................................................................................. 39

Change the Mobile Hotspot Manager Password ........................................................................ 42

Set the Sleep (Inactivity) Timer ................................................................................................... 42

Set the Language ........................................................................................................................ 42

Set the LCD Timeout .................................................................................................................. 43

Set the LCD Brightness .............................................................................................................. 43

Software and Reset Tab ............................................................................................................. 43

Export Settings ............................................................................................................................ 45

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Import Settings ............................................................................................................................ 45

Update the Mobile Hotspot Software and Firmware ................................................................... 46

Download Software Updates ...................................................................................................... 46

Reset Your Device ...................................................................................................................... 47

System Logs ............................................................................................................................... 48

Network Preferences .................................................................................................................. 49

Access Point Name (APN) .......................................................................................................... 50

SIM Security ................................................................................................................................ 51

Network Status Details ................................................................................................................ 51

Router Basic Settings ................................................................................................................. 52

DMZ ............................................................................................................................................ 54

Enable VPN Passthrough ........................................................................................................... 55

Enable UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) ..................................................................................... 55

DHCP .......................................................................................................................................... 56

Port Forwarding .......................................................................................................................... 57

Port Filtering ................................................................................................................................ 59

About Page ......................................................................................................................................... 61

View Network Activation Information .......................................................................................... 64

Appendix ..................................................................................................................................................... 65

Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................................................... 65

Tips...................................................................................................................................................... 66

Extending Battery Life ................................................................................................................. 66

Mobile Hotspot Location ............................................................................................................. 67

Improving Signal Strength ........................................................................................................... 67

Improving WiFi Performance ...................................................................................................... 67

Security Tips ............................................................................................................................... 68

Find the MAC Address ................................................................................................................ 69

Find the IP Address .................................................................................................................... 70

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................. 70

General Tips................................................................................................................................ 70

LCD Is Dark................................................................................................................................. 70

Insufficient Signal Strength ......................................................................................................... 71

Cannot Connect to WiFi .............................................................................................................. 71

Cannot Connect Through USB ................................................................................................... 72

Cannot Display the Home Page ................................................................................................. 72

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Cannot Connect to the Mobile Broadband Network ................................................................... 73

Cannot Check for Updates .......................................................................................................... 73

Technical Specifications ..................................................................................................................... 74

Radio Frequency and Electrical Specifications ........................................................................... 74

Software Specifications ............................................................................................................... 75

Environmental Specifications ...................................................................................................... 76

Mechanical Specifications ........................................................................................................... 76

Legal ................................................................................................................................................... 76

Trademarks and Copyright ................................................................................................................. 76

Patents ........................................................................................................................................ 77

Licenses ...................................................................................................................................... 77

GNU General Public License (Version 2) ................................................................................... 77

GNU General Public License (Version 3) ................................................................................... 82

GNU Lesser General Public License (Version 2.1) .................................................................... 93

GNU Lesser General Public License (Version 3) ....................................................................... 99

Fontconfig License .................................................................................................................... 102

Libxml2 License ........................................................................................................................ 103

Locapi License .......................................................................................................................... 104

Pimd License............................................................................................................................. 105

Shadow License ........................................................................................................................ 105

ISC License ............................................................................................................................... 106

OpenSSL License ..................................................................................................................... 106

Original SSLeay License ........................................................................................................... 107

Copyright ................................................................................................................................... 108

Limitation of Liability .................................................................................................................. 108

Additional Inform ation and Updat es .......................................................................................... 109

Safety Information ..................................................................................................................................... 110

Important Notice ................................................................................................................................ 110

Safety and Hazards........................................................................................................................... 110

Proper Battery Use and Disposal ...................................................................................................... 110

Regulatory Notices ............................................................................................................................ 112

Index .......................................................................................................................................................... 114

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Introduction

The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new mobile broadband device.

Before You Begin

Thank you for purchasing your new NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot. The following topics explain how best to use this guide to get the most out of your mobile broadband device.

Before Using Your Device

Read Safety Information thoroughly for proper usage. Accessible services may be limited by subscription contract conditions.

Guide Usage Notes

Note that most descriptions in this guide are based on your device's default settings at the time of purchase.

Screenshots and Key Labels

Screenshots and Key labels are provided for reference only. Actual windows, menus, etc., may differ in appearance.

Other Notations

In the user guide, the NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot may be referred to either as "mobile broadband device," "hotspot," "device," or "WiFi router."

Operating Environment (Compatible OSs)

The table below outlines the compatible operating environments for your device. Use outside of these environments may affect performance. Additional factors (hardware, connected peripherals, installed applications, etc.) may also affect performance.

● For computer support, OS version upgrade information, etc., see the corresponding manufacturer's product support documentation.

● The information for the operating environments (compatible OSs) listed below is the current information for your device sold as of May 2015.

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Item

Description

Compatible Operating Systems (OSs)

Windows® 8 (x86), Windows 7, Windows Vista®, Windows

One or more computers that support WiFi (802.11b/g/n)

Available Hard Disk Capacity

N/A

Internet Explorer® (version 8.0 or later)

XP® SP3, or Mac OS® X (version 10.5 or later) Mac OS 10.6–10.8, iOS4, Andr o id 2.1, Blackberry 5.0

Additional Requirements

Compatible Browsers

If you’ll be connecting your device through USB, a USB 2.0 slot

Mozilla Firefox® (version 4.0 or later) Google Chrome™ (version 17 or later) Apple Safari Apple Safari Android Browser (Android OS 2.2 or later)

(version 5.0 or later)

Mobile (version iOS 4.0)

Package Contents

See below for details on everything you will find in the box for your NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot.

● NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot

● Battery cover

● Rechargeable battery

● AC charger with Type A USB port

● Micro-USB cable

● Micro-SIM (preinstalled)

● Get Started Guide

● Important Information Booklet

SSID and Security Key

Before connecting WiFi devices to your NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot, you will need to confirm the SSID (network name) and security key (WiFi password).

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■ The WiFi network name and security key (password) are displayed on the LCD home screen when you power on your device.

Additional Information

The following list describes additional information useful to know before you begin using your NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot.

● Your mobile broadband device accommodates software updates. Always use the latest software.

● Note that connection speeds may drop or connections may be disabled depending on line traffic

or connection environments.

● When using WLAN overseas, change the settings according to the laws of those countries.

Contacting Customer Service

You can reach Customer Service online.

● Visit boostmobile.com.

● If your device is ever lost or stolen, call Boost immediately at 1-888-BOOST-4U

(1-888-266-7848). We will secure your account balance and your ac cou nt infor mation.

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Get Started

The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your mobile device the first time.

Parts and Function

Learn your device's primary external features and buttons.

Front View

Back View (Battery Cover Removed)

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Interior (Battery Removed)

Part

Description

LCD screen

View device status. (See LCD Interface.)

Power button

Toggle power on or off.

External antenna ports (2)

RF antenna connectors for advanced users (slide open to access).

Connect the micro-USB cable for charging or creating a tethered

Remove the battery cover to remove or insert the battery or SIM

SIM card slot

The SIM card is preinstalled.

Micro-USB port

Battery cover

connection.

card.

SIM Card

The SIM card is an IC card containing your device's phone number and other customer information.

Note: Your SIM card is preinstalled.

Handling a SIM Card

Keep the following in mind when handling a SIM card.

● The customer is responsible for any damage caused by inserting the SIM card in another brand of IC card reader, etc.

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● Always keep the IC chip clean.

● Wipe clean with a dry, soft cloth.

● Avoid applying labels. Ma y damage the SIM car d.

● See instructions included with the SIM card for handling.

● The SIM card is the property of the company.

● The SIM card is replaceable (at cost) in case of loss/damage.

● Return the SIM card to the company when cancelling a subscription.

● Returned SIM cards are recycled for environmental purposes.

● Note that SIM card specifications and performance may change without notice.

● NETGEAR recommends that you keep a separate copy of information that is stored on the SIM

card. NETGEAR is not responsible for damages from stored information that is lost.

● Always follow emergency procedures to suspend service if your SIM card or device (SIM card inserted) is lost or stolen. For details, contact Customer Service.

● Always power off the mobile broadband device before inserting or removing the SIM card.

Insert the SIM Card

Follow these instructions to insert a SIM card. Remember to power off your device before inserting a SIM card.

Note: Your device's SIM card is preinstalled. These instructions are for reference only.

1. Remove the battery cover.

2. Remove the battery. (See Remove the Battery.)

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3. Open the SIM card cover.

4. Insert the SIM card.  Insert gently with the gold IC chip facing downward.

5. Close the SIM card cover.

6. Insert the battery. (See Insert the Battery.)  Make sure that the battery contact points align with those inside the battery compartment.

7. Attach the battery cover.

Remove the SIM Card

Follow these instructions to remove the device's SIM card.

Note: Remove the SIM card only if instructed by your Internet service provider.

1. Press and hold the Power button to turn off the device before removing the SIM card.

2. Remove the battery cover.

3. Remove the battery. (See Remove the Battery.)

4. Open the SIM card cover.

5. Remove the SIM card.

6. Close the SIM card cover.

7. Insert the battery. (See Insert the Battery.)  Make sure that the battery contact points align with those inside the battery compartment.

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8. Attach the battery cover.

Battery Use

The following topics explain how to insert and remove your device's battery.

Battery Cautions

Storage: Avoid storing or leaving the battery with no charge remaining. Saved information and settings may become lost or changed, or the battery may become unusable. Charge once every six months before storing or leaving unused for a long period.

Bulges: Depending on use, bulges may appear near end of battery life. This does not affect safety. Replacing Battery: The battery is a consumable item. It needs to be replaced if operating time shortens

noticeably. Purchase a new battery. Cleaning: Clean soiled terminals between the battery and the device with a clean, dry cotton swab.

Soiled terminals can result in a poor connection and prevent charging, etc.

Insert the Battery

Before you use your device, install the battery.

1. At the antenna connector shown below, lift the raised edge of the battery cover to remove it.

2. Insert the battery into your device, contacts end first.

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 Make sure that the battery contact points align with those inside the battery compartment.

3. Replace the battery cover.

Remove the Battery

Follow these instructions to remove your device's battery. Always power the device off before removing the battery.

1. At the antenna connector shown below, lift the raised edge of the battery cover to remove it.

2. Remove the battery.

3. Replace the battery cover.

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Charge the Battery

You need to recharge your device’s battery periodically. You can continue using your device while it is charging.

The faster method is to connect your device to the AC charger. Alternatively, you can connect your device to your computer, although this charges more slowly.

Charge Using the AC Adapter

1. Insert the larger (Type A) end of the micro-USB cable into the AC charger.

2. Insert the other end of the cable into the micro-USB port on the side of your device.

3. Insert the AC charger into an electrical outlet. (If the battery is already partially charged when the charger is plugged into the outlet, your device will power on automatically.)

While your device is charging, the percentage of charge that the battery has displays on the LCD (and the Mobile Hotspot Manager home page, if your device is on).

When your device is fully charged, the full battery icon and message display on the LCD (and the Mobile Hotspot Manager home page, if your device is on).

Charge Using a USB-to-Computer Connection

Note: If you will be using the USB connection to connect to the Internet (and not just for charging your

device), you must install the device driver. (See TRU-Install.) Note: If you are using Mac OS X 10.4.x, after you connect your device, you may see a warning message

that your computer is running on the UPS backup battery and that you should prevent a computer

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shutdown. You can continue with your work. To prevent this message from being displayed, install the device driver.

1. Make sure that your computer is turned on.

2. Insert the larger (Type A) end of the micro-USB cable into your computer.

3. Insert the other end of the cable into the micro-USB port on the side of your device.

● While your device is charging, the percentage of charge that the battery has displays on the LCD (and the Mobile Hotspot Manager home page, if your device is on).

● When your device is fully charged, the full battery icon and message display on the LCD (and the Mobile Hotspot Manager home page, if your device is on).

Turn Your Device On and Off

Use the Power button to turn your device on and off.

Turning Your Device On

1. Make sure that:  Your device has a charged battery inserted.

– or –

 Your device is connected to the AC charger or a computer (through the micro-USB cable).

2. If the LCD is blank, press and hold the Power button until the screen lights up.

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Desired result

Action

Turn mobile

Wake up WiFi Cycle through

Turning Your Device Off

■ Press and hold the Power button until the "Shut Down" message appears.

Control Your Device Using the Power Button

The Power button is used to turn the NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot on or off and to choose which information screen to display on the LCD.

hotspot on

hotspot off

signal and device screen

screens

Press and hold the Power button for 3-4 seconds.

Press and release the Power button.

Sleep Mode

If you are not using your device, or if the battery has not been charged, your device automatically enters sleep mode to save power.

In sleep mode, WLAN is disabled.

■ To wake your hotspot from sleep mode, press the Power button and the LCD wakes up.  WLAN function is enabled and WiFi devices can reconnect to the hotspot.

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The time required to recover the network connection varies by environment, settings, etc.

Activation and Service

Before using your device, you must set up your service with Boost Mobile. Locate the MEID (DEC) number on the packaging. You will need this 18-digit number to activate your Mobile Hotspot.

For more information about your Boost Mobile account, see My Account.

Create Your Account and Pick Your Plan

Set up your Boost Mobile account.

1. From your computer, visit boostmobile.com/activate.

2. Enter your device's MEID and click start activation process.  Your Mobile Hotspot’s MEID (serial number) can be found on the packaging.

3. Follow the remaining instructions to choose your plan and select a payment method.

4. Follow the activation instructions.

Note: You can also activate by phone by calling 1-888-BOOST-4U (1-888-266-7848).

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Connect with Wi Fi ( W LAN)

You can connect to your Fuse Mobile Hotspot WiFi networks from computers and WiFi devices.

Connect to the Mobile Hotspot WiFi Network

You can find and select the WiFi network or you can use WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) to connect to the WiFi network.

Find and Select the Mobile Hotspot WiFi Network

The following procedure explains how to connect to the hotspot's WiFi network. To connect to WiFi:

1. Do one of the following, depending on your operating system.

 Windows 7: Click the WiFi icon in the system tray.  Windows Vista: Click Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing

Center > Connect to a network.

 Windows XP: Click Control Panel > Network Connections > Wireless Network

Connections > View available wireless networks.

 Mac: Click the AirPort icon (in the upper right corner of your screen).  Linux: See the user documentation of the Linux distribution.  Other operating systems: See the user documentation for your operating system or

computer.

2. Select the WiFi network provided by the NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot and connect to it. (If prompted for a network key/security key/password, enter the WiFi password.)

Tip: The WiFi network name and password are displayed on the LCD home screen of the NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot. (See LCD Home Screen.)

Connect Through WPS

WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) provides a fast, simple, and secure way to connect WPS-enabled devices to your WiFi network. You don’t have to give the name (SSID) and WiFi password of your Main or Guest network to other users.

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The WPS feature is available on certain cameras, printers, smartphones, and laptops. These devices have either a hardware button or a WPS-related option in the software. Please consult the user documentation for your device.

WPS is always available for the Main and Guest WiFi networks as long as the WiFi radio is on (the device is not asleep due to the sleep [standby] option, or off while the device is tethered).

WPS is not available in any of these situations:

● WiFi radio is off while your device is sleeping due to inactivity.

● WiFi radio is off while your device is tethered. (See Turn WiFi On or Off When Tethered.)

● The WiFi security option is WPA Personal, WEP, or WEP-related, for example, WEP 64 Bit Open.

(To change security to WPA/WPA2 Personal, see Change the WiFi Security.)

● The broadcast network name is not enabled. (See WiFi Options Tab.)

● MAC Filter Mode is "White list (Allow only those in list)", but no computers have been added to

the list. (See Manage the Block List (MAC Filtering).)

If the maximum number of connected devices on the chosen network (Main or Guest) has already been met, an error message indicating that the maximum number of devices has been reached is displayed when you attempt WPS. Disconnect one of the connected devices and then retry.

Use the LCD to Connect with WPS

1. Press the Power button on the Mobile Hotspot.

 The LCD displays.

2. Press the Power button again to cycle through the LCD screens and display the WiFi Protected Setup screen.

3. Press and hold the Power button until the activation bar fills up on the WiFi Protected Setup screen.

 For 2 minutes the Mobile Hotspot scans for computers or WiFi devices that are using WPS to

establish a WiFi connection.

4. Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on the computer or WiFi device you want to connect or select the WPS-related option in your device’s software.

 The computer or WiFi device connects to the Mobile Hotspot WiFi network.

Use the Mobile Hotspot Manager (http://MyHotSpot) to Connect with WPS

1. Log in to the home page. (See Log In to the Mobile Hotspot Manager.)

2. Click WiFi.

3. Below the Main WiFi or Guest WiFi section, click WPS.

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4. Perform one of the following procedures, depending on whether the WiFi device you are adding to your WiFi network supports the PBC (Push Button Configuration) method or the PIN (Personal Information Number) method.

If the WiFi device supports the PBC (Push But ton Configuration) method:

1. Click WPS button pairing.

2. Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on the wireless device you want to connect or select the WPS-related option in your device’s software.

– or – If the WiFi device has a PIN associated with it:

1. Find out the PIN for the WiFi device you are adding. To do this, use the PIN option in your device’s software. Alternatively, use the WiFi Protected Setup Wizard that may be available, depending on the manufacturer of your device.

2. In the Web page, click Enter WPS PIN.

3. Enter your device’s PIN.

4. Click Submit.

Your NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot and the wireless device will communicate and establish the connection. If no problems are encountered, the message “The device can now access your hotspot” displays. If your device does not connect, the message “No devices were connected …” displays. Try to connect it manually. (See Find and Select the Mobile Hotspot WiFi Network.)

Note: If you want to stop the pairing process, click Cancel.

Guest WiFi Network

Your NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot lets you create a separate Guest WiFi network that you can share with temporary users.

Devices on the Guest WiFi network:

● Cannot access devices that are on the Main WiFi network (such as printers or other computers).

● Cannot use the Mobile Hotspot Manager to change any device settings.

Turn the Guest WiFi Network On and Off

You can turn on the Guest WiFi network from the Mobile Hotspot Manager’s WiFi page.

1. Log in to the home page. (See Log In to the Mobile Hotspot Manager.)

2. Click WiFi.

3. In the Guest WiFi area, click Turn On or Turn Off.

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Guest WiFi Password

You can set the hotspot to use the same Guest WiFi password all the time, or for greater security, you can have it generate a random password each time the Guest WiFi network is turned on.

Change the Guest WiFi Password

You can change the Guest WiFi password manually.

Note: The password changes only when Guest WiFi is turned on—for example, if Guest WiFi was on when your device was restarted, the password doesn’t change because the Guest WiFi is still on.

1. Log in to the home page. (See Log In to the Mobile Hotspot Manager.)

2. Click WiFi > Options.

3. In the Guest WiFi section, enter a new WiFi password.

4. Click Submit.

Tip: To generate a new random password manually, with the above settings active, turn the Guest WiFi off and then back on again. (See Turn the Guest WiFi Network On and Off.)

Randomize the Guest WiFi Password

You can randomize the guest WiFi password.

1. Log in to the home page. (See Log In to the Mobile Hotspot Manager.)

2. Click WiFi > Options.

3. In the Guest WiFi section, select Generate a new password each time I turn on the Guest WiFi.

4. Click Submit.

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Connect with the M icro-USB Cable

The following topics describe how to share your device's Internet connection with a computer using a direct USB connection.

Making a Tethered Connection

Your device supports a direct connection through a USB cable to a Windows or Mac computer. (This is commonly referred to as a “tethered” connection.)

To connect your device to your computer:

1. Insert the larger (Type A) end of the micro-USB cable into your computer.

2. Insert the other end of the cable into the micro-USB port on the side of your device.

Note: If you’ll be using USB to connect to the Internet (and not just for charging your device), you must install the device driver.

Use the micro-USB cable when:

● You want to charge your device, but you don’t want to use the AC charger, or the AC charger is not available.

● Your computer does not have WiFi.

● You want to prevent any other devices from using the hotspot. (See Turn WiFi On or Off When

Tethered.)

Note: You can also block individual devices. See Manage the Block List (MAC Filtering). Note: If you’re having problems, see Cannot Connect Through USB.

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Note: If you’ll be using USB for data transfer (and not just for charging your device), you must install the device driver. (See “Windows” or “Mac” below.) No Installation CD is required—your device supports the TRU-Install feature.

Note: If you’re using Mac OS X 10.4.x, after you connect your device, you may see a warning message that your computer is running on the UPS backup battery and that you should perform a computer shutdown. You can continue with your work. To prevent this message from being displayed, install the device driver (see “Mac” below).

Windows Device Driver

To install the device driver on Windows:

1. Make sure that your device is turned on.

2. Connect your device to your computer through the micro-USB cable.

3. If the TRU-Install windo w is not displayed, in Windows Explorer, browse to the TRU-Install entry

(under My Computer), and then browse to the Win folder and run Setup.exe.

– or –

If the AutoPlay window opens, click Run setup.exe.

4. In the TRU-Install windo w, c lick OK.

5. Follow the onscreen instructions.

Mac Device Driver

To install the device driver on Mac:

1. Make sure that your device is turned on.

2. Connect your device to your computer through the micro-USB cable.

3. In the window that appears, double-click the .pkg file.

4. Follow the onscreen instructions.

5. When prompted for your password, enter your Mac password.

TRU-Install

TRU-Install is a feature that installs the necessary drivers the first time you connect your device to your Windows or Mac computer through the micro-USB cable. (For details, see Making a Tethered

Connection.) An installation CD is not required.

TRU-Install is enabled by default. To change the setting:

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1. In the address bar of your Web browser, type one of the following:

 http://MyHotSpot  http://192.168.1.1

2. In the Sign In field, enter the Mobile Hotspot Manager administrator password (1-31 letters, numbers, and symbols). (The default password is "password.")

3. Click Settings > General > Software and Reset.

4. Select (to enable TRU-Install) or clear (to disable TRU-Install) the check box labeled Install driver when connecting to Windows or MAC computers with a USB cable.

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LCD Interface

Item

Description

Signal strength

Network type (LTE)

Network carrier name

Alerts – Indicates number of alerts to be read. Appears only when at least one alert is

Battery status. (See Battery Icon.)

Share icon.

Main WiFi network name and password.

WiFi Status – Indicates whether WiFi is active (solid) or sleeping (outlined) and the

Data usage – Indicates the amount of data remaining.

Access your device and connection information, and configure device settings from the LCD interface. If the LCD is not lit, see Turn Your Device On and Off.

LCD Home Screen

The LCD home screen displays icons and text that reflect the status of your device and your connection, and screen elements that link to other configuration screens.

active. (See Alerts Screen.)

number of WiFi connections.

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Signal

No signal

Tip: Information on the LCD can also be viewed and configured in the Mobile Hotspot Manager interface. See Mobile Hotspot Manager Home Page and General Device Settings.

Signal Strength Icon

The signal strength icon appears on your device’s home screen and in the Mobile Hotspot Manager Status panel.

If your device is not connected (dropped signal, outside of service area, etc.) the alerts icon ( ) appears on the LCD.

Strength Icon

Status

Very weak signal

Excellent signal

Battery Icon

The battery icon indicates the state of the batt er y of your device. The text next to the icon indicates the remaining charge. The battery icon displays on your device’s home

screen and in the Mobile Hotspot Manager Status panel. The battery’s life is affected by the following conditions, some of which can be adjusted from your device

and from the Mobile Hotspot Manager:

● Standby time (See Set the Sleep (Inactivity) Timer.)

● Data throughput

● Network signal strength (the better the signal, the longer the battery life)

Alerts

Alerts notify you about situations that require your attention and suggest the actions you need to take to resolve them.

Some of the alerts you may encounter include:

● Software Update Available

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● Max WiFi devices reached

● Mobile Broadband disconnected

● WiFi is off

● Hotspot is not activated

● SIM errors

LCD Information Screens

The LCD home screen links to several screens used to configure your device.

● Alerts – Show network and device messages. See Alerts Screen for details.

● WPS – Use WiFi Protected Setup to connect to the WiFi network.

● Device Info – View information about the mobile hotspot.

● About – View devic e details.

Tip: Information on the LCD can also be viewed and configured in the Mobile Hotspot Manager interface. See Mobile Hotspot Manager Home Page and General Device Settings.

To move between these screens:

● Press the Power button once to move between screens.

● On the Alerts and About screens, press and hold the Power button to see additional pages.

Alerts Screen

The Alerts screen shows network or device alerts for situations that require your attention.

To read more alerts:

■ If there is more than one alert to read, press and hold the Power button to view the next alert.

To exit the Alerts screen:

■ Press the Power button once.

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Device Info Screen

Item

Description

MEID

The MEID of your hotspot (displayed on the packaging and inside the battery

My #

The hotspot’s telephone number.

ICCID

The serial number of the SIM.

The hotspot’s firmware version.

FW Build Date

The date the firmware version was created.

Activation

The hotspot’s activation status (Activated / Deactivated) and the date and time

Admin

The URL to access the Mobile Hotspot Manager.

Password

The password to log in to the Mobile Hotspot Manager.

The Device Info screen shows detailed information about your mobile hotspot and account. To exit the Device Info screen:

■ Press the Power button once.

The Device Info screen shows the following information.

compartment).

status

the status changed.

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Settings

The following topics provide an overview of device settings, accessed through the Mobile Hotspot Manager.

Mobile Hotspot Manager Overview

Use a Web browser to access your device and connection information, and configure device settings from the Mobile Hotspot Manager.

Log In to the Mobile Hotspot Manager

Logging in to the home page allows you to view more detailed information about your device, and to manage its settings, broadband network connection, and WiFi networks.

Note: To log in to the home page, your computer must be tethered to your device, or connected to your device’s Main WiFi network. You cannot log in over the Guest WiFi network.

Note: If you access the Mobile Hotspot Manager but you don’t log in, you can only view the current network connection status and a list of devices connected to the Main and Guest WiFi networks.

To log in:

1. In the address bar of your Web browser, type one of the following:

 http://MyHotSpot  http://192.168.1.1

2. In the Sign In field on the home screen, enter the password (1–31 letters, numbers, and symbols).

Note: The default password is “password.” NETGEAR recommends that you change the password, if you haven ’t already. (See Change the Mobile Hotspot Man ager Pas sword.)

3. Click Sign In.

After a period of inactivity, you will be automatically logged off (timeout security feature).

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Mobile Hotspot Manager Home Page

Item

Description

Home

Click to view the Home Page.

WiFi

Click to view the WiFi Page.

Settings

Click to view the Settings Page.

About

Click to view information about your account, the device, and network status.

Help

Display the Help page.

Connection

The home page is the entry page for the Mobile Hotspot Manager interface. You can:

● View your data usage and status information for your data connection.

● Manage your mobile broadband network connection and WiFi connections.

● View alert messages.

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Mobile broadband connection information. See Status (Connection Details).

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Item

Description

Language

Select the language.

Current

Session

Connected

More to Data Usage

Estimated data usage for the current session.

Your WiFi

Basic information about your data plan. For more details, click Manage My Alerts

Alerts appear on the dashboard and remain until issues are resolved.

Usage

Details about the current session in which you logged in.

Devices

Explore

Details

My Account

List of devices connected to the hotspot’s Main or Guest WiFi network.

Notifications and messages about resources.

Your Main WiFi network’s name and password.

Account to connect to your account.

Data Usage

Data usage estimates are shown in the Data Usage section of the home page.

Note: Data usage amounts are approximate and should not be used for billing purposes. For accurate data usage amounts, click the Check Carrier Usage link.

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You can view an estimate of your data usage on your device’s home screen, and on the Mobile Hotspot

Item

Description

My number

The telephone number linked to your data plan.

My Account

Click to connect to your account.

Item

Description

Alert title

A short description of the issue to be addressed.

The alert message and, if appropriate, links or buttons to take action on the alert.

Manager’s home page.

Note: The session data counter resets automatically each time your device is powered off and on, and when the mobile broadband network connection disconnects and reconnects (for example, when you are going through a tunnel). The plan data counter does not reset automatically, but you can click Reset to reset it manually.

My Account

The My Account section shows basic information about your plan, including your account number, and includes a link to see more detailed information.

The following information is displayed.

Alerts

The Alerts section shows network or device alerts for situations that require your attention.

The following information is displayed for each alert.

Description

(For example, the Connect link in the alert shown above would make the device attempt to connect to the network.)

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Item

Description

Signal

The more bars, the stronger the signal.

Network

Name of the available network.

Network type

LTE

Connect /

Click this button to connect or disconnect your device from the mobile network.

Battery

Indicates the remaining capacity of the battery, and its charging state.

The alerts disappear only when the issues they describe are resolved. You can also view the alerts on the Fuse Hotspot’s LCD. See Alerts Screen.

Status (Connection Details)

The Status section shows details about your mobile broadband service and connection state and your hotspot’s battery charge level, and lists the devices that are connected to the Main and Guest WiFi networks.

The following information is displayed.

strength

carrier name

Disconnect button

charge level

WiFi Page

From the WiFi page, you can configure the WiFi network, including WiFi security.

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Connect Tab

Item

Description

Main WiFi

This is the name that identifies your Main WiFi network and is visible to other WiFi-

WiFi

This is the password that other WiFi-enabled devices need to connect to the Main

WPS

Connect a device to the Main WiFi network using WPS. See Connect Through WPS.

Guest WiFi

Click this button to turn the Guest WiFi network on or off.

From the Connect tab of the WiFi page, you can configure access to your Main and Guest WiFi networks.

■ In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click WiFi > Connect.

You can:

● Edit the Main or Guest WiFi name and password.

● Turn the Guest WiFi network on or off. See Guest WiFi Network.

● Connect devices using WPS. See Connect Through WPS.

The following information is displayed.

WiFi Name

Password

Turn Off / Turn On

enabled devices. See WiFi Options Tab.

WiFi network. See WiFi Options Tab.

Note: The rest of the Guest WiFi fields / buttons appear only when the Guest WiFi network is on.

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Item

Description

WiFi

Network

This is the password that other WiFi-enabled devices need to connect to the Guest

WPS

Connect a device to the Guest WiFi network using WPS. See Connect Through WPS.

Name

This is the name that identifies your Guest WiFi network and is visible to other WiFienabled devices. See WiFi Options Tab.

Password

WiFi network. See WiFi Options Tab.

WiFi Options Tab

From the Options tab on the WiFi page, you can configure your WiFi network’s connection parameters and security, and additional WiFi options.

■ In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click WiFi > Options.

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You can:

Item

Description

Main WiFi

This is the name that identifies your Main WiFi network and is visible to other

This is the password that other WiFi-enabled devices need to connect to the

Guest WiFi

WiFi network

This is the name that identifies your Guest WiFi network and is visible to other

This is the password that other WiFi-enabled devices need to connect to the

Generate a new

If selected, a random password is used each time Guest WiFi is restarted. See

Max WiFi

You can limit the total number of WiFi devices (1-10) that can connect to the

● Edit the Main and Guest WiFi names and passwords. See Change the WiFi Network Name.

● Limit the number of devices that can connect to the Main and Guest WiFi networks.

● Configure your WiFi network’s connection parameters and security, and additional WiFi options.

Note: If you change or adjust some of the WiFi settings, all connected devices will be disconnected and have to be reconnected after the settings are saved.

The following information is displayed.

WiFi Name

WiFi Password

name

Password

password each time I turn on the Guest WiFi

Max WiFi

WiFi-enabled devices. See Change the WiFi Network Name.

Main WiFi network.

WiFi-enabled devices.

Guest WiFi network.

Randomize the Guest WiFi Password.

Main and Guest WiFi networks. See Set the Maximum Number of WiFi

Devices.

Note: If you change Max WiFi, the Main WiFi and Guest WiFi values adjust automatically.

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Item

Description

Main WiFi /

Set the maximum number of WiFi devices that can connect to each of the WiFi

WiFi Options

Choose whether to show or hide the WiFi network name and password on the

Choose whether the WiFi radio turns off or stays on when your device is

Connection

This setting determines the type of wireless devices that can connect to your

This is the active channel of the WiFi access point. If your network is having

This setting specifies the smallest packet size, in bytes, for which RTS/CTS

Guest WiFi

networks (Main and Guest). The total is limited to the Max WiFi value.

Click to increase the Main WiFi number, or to increase the Guest WiFi number.

WiFi Info on Home

USB Tether

Mode

hotspot’s home screen. (Choose Hide if you want to be sure unwanted users can’t look at the home screen and log in.) See

Network Name and Password on LCD Home Screen.

tethered to a computer. (See Turn WiFi On or Off When Tethered.)

network. Recommended options:

● 802.11 G – Choose only if you’re certain that all of the WiFi devices used with your hotspot support 802.11 g. This option ensures faster WiFi speeds.

● 802.11 B/G/N or 802.11 B/G – Choose if you’re not sure which modes the WiFi devices used wit h your hot spo t suppor t.

Note: If you change this value to 802.11 B/G/N and the specified WiFi security Encryption type is not supported by this value, the security Encryption type may change to WPA/WPA2 Personal.

Show or Hide the Main WiFi

WiFi Channel

RTS Threshold

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performance issues (possibly caused by other WiFi networks in the vicinity using the same channel), try a different WiFi channel. See

Channel.

(Request to Send/Clear to Send) handshaking is used. The recommended value is 2347. Change this value only if you’re experiencing inconsistent data flow. Make only minor changes to this value.

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Item

Description

Fragmentation

This setting specifies the largest allowable size, in bytes, for a packet. If the

Security

If broadcast is enabled (Show), the wireless network is displayed in the list of

Encryption

The type of security used by the Main WiFi network.

Guest

The type of security used by the Guest WiFi network. See Change the WiFi

Threshold

packet is larger than this, it is fragmented into multiple packets before it is transmitted. To prevent poor network performance, it’s recommended to keep this value as large as possible (up to 2346).

Broadcast Network Name

Encryption

WiFi networks available in the local area. For increased security, set this field to Hide. You will need to give the WiFi network name (Main or Guest) to the people who will be accessing your network, and WPS will not be available.

Security.

Show or Hide the Main WiFi Network Name and Password on LCD Home Screen

You can choose whether to show the Main WiFi network name and password on your device’s home screen. You can do this from the Mobile Hotspot Manager’s Options tab.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click WiFi > Options.

2. Beside WiFi Info on Home, select Show or Hide.

3. Click Submit.

Change the WiFi Network Name

You can change the WiFi network name for the Main WiFi network and the Guest WiFi network.

Note: If you change the WiFi network name, all computers and devices that are currently connected with WiFi are disconnected during the change. After this change has been made, you must use the new WiFi network name to connect.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click WiFi > Options.

2. In the Main WiFi section, type a new name in the WiFi Name field.

3. In the Guest WiFi section, type a new name in the WiFi Network Name field.

4. Click Submit.

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Set the Maximum Number of WiFi Devices

If your network is having performance issues, you might want to decrease the number of WiFi devices allowed to connect to your device at the same time, or change the maximum number of devices that can connect to either the Main WiFi or Guest WiFi network at the same time. (When Guest WiFi is turned on, the maximum number of WiFi devices is shared between Main WiFi and Guest WiFi.)

Note: Your device is factory preset to allow a maximum of ten (10) WiFi devices, with eight (8) on Main WiFi and two (2) on Guest WiFi.

You can change these limits on the Mobile Hotspot Manager’s WiFi > Options page.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click WiFi > Options.

2. Beside Max WiFi, select the total number of WiFi devices that can connect to your device at the same time.

3. Click to increase the Main WiFi limit, or click to increase the Guest WiFi limit. (Increasing one decreases the other.)

Note: The Main WiFi limit cannot be set to 0.

4. Click Submit.

Change the WiFi Security

You can change the WiFi security setting for your Mobile Hotspot. By default WiFi security is enabled for your device and its WiFi networks.

Note: If you change the WiFi security setting, all computers and devices that are currently connected with WiFi are disconnected during the change. After this change has been made, you must use the new WiFi security to connect.

Note: All devices used with the NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot must support the selected security type. Note: WPS is available only if you select either a WPA2 Personal option (including WPA/WPA2 Personal)

or (not recommended) no security. (See Connect Through WPS.)

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click WiFi > Options.

2. In the list beside Encryption (for Main WiFi) or Guest Encryption (for Guest WiFi) select one of the following options. Note that not all options ma y be available, dep end in g on the Connection Mode.

 None – No security is used (no password is required to access the WiFi network); this setting

is not recommended. Anyone may access your device and use your Internet connection. (You are responsible for payment for data usage fees.)

 WPA Personal TKIP – This is a strong security standard that is supported by most WiFi

devices.

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 WPA Personal TKIP/AES – This is a strong security standard that is supported by most WiFi

devices.

 WPA2 Personal AES – This is a stronger, newer security standard that is limited to newer

WiFi devices.

 WPA2 Personal TKIP/AES – This is a stronger, newer security standard that is limited to

newer WiFi devices.

 WPA/WPA2 Personal (recommended setting if any of your devices are more than two years

old) – WiFi devices that use either WPA or WPA2 can connect to the NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot. Supported by most WiFi devices.

3. Click Submit.

The option you select determines the WiFi security used and also the maximum length of the WiFi password.

Turn WiFi On or Off When Tethered

You can specify if WiFi stays off or on when your device is tethered (connected to a computer with the micro-USB cable).

Note: All connected devices will be disconnected and have to reconnect after you disconnect the microUSB cable.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click WiFi > Options.

2. In the USB Tethered section, select one of the following:

 WiFi stays Off  WiFi stays On

3. Click the Submit button.

Change the WiFi Channel

The WiFi channel is the active channel of the WiFi access point. If your network is having performance issues (possibly caused by other WiFi networks in the vicinity using the same channel), try a different WiFi channel.

You can change the channel from the Mobile Hotspot Manager’s WiFi > Options page.

Note: All connected devices will be disconnected and have to reconnect if the channel is changed.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click WiFi > Options.

2. Select a different channel number in the WiFi Channel list, or, to have your device automatically determine the channel to use, select Auto.

Note: If you choose Auto, your device could reselect the same channel. If this happens, try again.

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3. Click Submit.

Item

Description

● None – Any device can connect to the WiFi networks.

Black List or White List

Name

A description of the device (the owner’s name, the device’s purpose, etc.)

MAC Address

The device’s MAC address.

MAC Filter Tab

MAC (Media Access Control) filtering can prevent unauthorized wireless devices from connecting to your network.

The MAC filter is used to grant (“white list”) or block (“black list”) access by wireless devices to the Main and Guest WiFi networks. Access is based on the MAC address of each wireless device.

You can choose one of three modes:

● None – All computers are allowed to access the network.

● Black list – All computers are allowed to access the network, unless they’re in this list.

● White list – Only computers that are in this list are allowed to access the network.

Regardless of the mode, a user must provide the correct WiFi password to access the network. MAC filtering increases security of your network. You can give access to your network, based on the MAC

address of the wireless devices. This makes it harder for a hacker to use a MAC address to access your network.

To view or change the MAC filter:

■ In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click WiFi > MAC Filter.

The following information is displayed.

● Black List – The listed devices will not be able to connect to the WiFi

MAC Filter Mode

networks.

● White List – Only the listed devices will be allowed to connect to the WiFi networks.

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Manage the Block List (MAC Filtering)

You can manage your NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot’s block list on the Mobile Hotspot Man ag er ’s WiFi > MAC Filter page. This lets you identify devices that should not be allowed to access your WiFi networks.

To enable or disable the block list:

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click WiFi > MAC Filter.

 A list of the devices blocked from using your WiFi networks appears.

2. Beside MAC Filter Mode, select Black list to block devices, or select None to stop blocking devices.

3. Click Submit.

To view and unblock devices on the block list:

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click WiFi > MAC Filter.

 A list of the devices blocked from using your WiFi networks appears.

2. Click the button beside the device you want to unblock. The device is removed from the list immedia tely.

To specify computers or devices that can access the network:

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click WiFi > MAC Filter.

 A list of the devices blocked from using your WiFi networks appears.

2. Beside MAC Filter Mode, select White list.

3. In the empty Name field, enter a name for the device, for example, “Amy’s PC.”

4. In the empty MAC Ad d r e ss field, enter the MAC address of the device you’re adding to the list. (If you don’t know this address, see Find the MAC Address.)

Click the button beside the row.

5. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each computer for which you want to allow access.

IMPORTANT: Make sure you add the computer you are using, or else you will not be able to access the network after your device resets.

6. Click Submit.

To specify computers or devices that are denied access to the network:

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click WiFi > MAC Filter.

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 A list of the devices blocked from using your WiFi networks appears.

2. Beside MAC Filter Mode, select Black list.

3. Determine and block an undesired user of your network.

4. In the Connected Device s section, if you see a device you don’t recognize, you can click its name and compare its MAC address to the MAC address of each of the devices on your network.

 To determine the MAC address of each device you have, see F ind t he MAC Address. If none

of your devices have this MAC address, that device might be an intruder.

5. In the empty Name field, enter a name for the device, for example, “Amy’s PC.”

6. In the empty MAC Ad d r e ss field, enter the MAC address of the device you’re adding to the list.

7. Click the button beside the row.

8. For each device you want to block, repeat steps 4, 5, and 6.

To remove a device from the allowed or disallowed lists:

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click WiFi > MAC Filter.

 A list of the devices blocked from using your WiFi networks appears.

2. In the list of allowed/disallowed devices, click the button besi de the row.

3. Click Submit.

Settings Page

From the Settings page, you can configure your device, network settings, and router settings.

General Device Settings

From the General > Device tab of the Settings page, you can configure your device’s display, sleep settings, Mobile Hotspot Manager (Web browser) URL and Mobile Hotspot Manager administrator password.

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■ In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > General > Device.

Item

Description

Language

Choose the default language used for the LCD display and the Mobile Hotspot

The following information is displayed.

Default Language

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Manager (English or Español). See Set the Language.

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Item

Description

Screen

Set the brightness of the LCD to Bright or Dim. (Use Dim to make your battery

Screen Timeout

The length of time the LCD will display, while the devices is on battery power, The length of time the LCD will display, while you are using the AC charger,

The length of time the LCD will display, while the device is tethered to the

Hotspot LED

On/Off

Turn the Hotspot LED on or off.

Sleep

Turns off the WiFi radio if no devices have been connected for this period of

Homepage

Brightness

last longer.) See Setting the LCD Brightness.

Timeout on Battery

Timeout on AC

Timeout on USB

WiFi Sleep on Battery

before the device turns off. Choose the shortest period to make your battery last longer. See Set the Sleep

(Inactivity) Timer.

before the device turns off. Choose the shortest period to make your battery last longer.

computer, before the device turns off. Choose the shortest period to make your battery last longer.

time, while the device is on battery power. (Choose 5 minutes to make your battery last longer.).

WiFi Sleep on AC

WiFi Sleep on USB

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time, while the device is connected to the AC charger. (Choose 5 minutes to make your battery last longer.) .

time, while the device is tethered to the computer. (Choose 5 minutes to make your battery last longer.).

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Item

Description

AC779S

Manager

The URL used to show the home page.

AC779S

The password used to show the home page. See Change the Mobile Hotspot

Show Password

Shows or hides the password on this screen.

Manager Password

\ Hide Password

Manager Password.

Change the Mobile Hotspot Manager Password

For security reasons, you should change the Mobile Hotspot Manager password on a regular basis.

Note: If you forget the Mobile Hotspot Manager password, you’ll need to reset your device to its default settings and go through the device setup. (See What Do I Do if I Forget the Administrator Password?)

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > General > Device.

2. Click Show Password.

3. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager Password field, type the new password (1–31 letters, numbers, and symbols).

4. Click Submit.

Set the Sleep (Inactivity) Timer

Use this feature to prolong the battery life by making your device go to sleep (turn off the WiFi radio) if no devices are connected to WiFi for a period of time.

You can adjust this setting on the Mobile Hotspot Manager’s Settings > General > Device page.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > General > Device.

2. Beside the timeouts you want to set (WiFi Sleep on Battery, WiFi Sleep on AC, WiFi Sleep on USB), select the desired timeout periods. (A smaller value helps prolong the battery life.)

3. Click Submit.

Set the Language

The mobile hotspot’s LCD screen and the Mobile Hotspot Manager can be viewed in English or Spanish. You can set the default language (for the LCD and the Mobile Hotspot Manager) in the Mobile Hotspot Manager’s Settings > General > Device page, and you can temporarily change the Mobile Hotspot Manager’s language using the language selection box beside the Logout link at the top of the screen.

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Set the Default Language

The default language is the language that will be used on the mobile hotspot’s LCD screen, and whenever you first open the Mobile Hotspot Manager.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > General > Device.

2. Beside the Default Language, select English or Español.

3. Click Submit.

Temporarily Set the Mobile Hotspot Manager Language

You can temporarily change the language used to display the Mobile Hotspot Manager on your computer. If you close the browser completely, the next time you open the Mobile Hotspot Manager, the default language will be used.

■ In the language box at the top right corner of the screen, select the language to use temporarily.

Set the LCD Timeout

Use this feature to select the delay times before the LCD automatically turns off while the hotspot is running on battery power, connected to the AC charger, or tethered via USB.

You can adjust these settings on the Mobile Hotspot Manager’s Settings > General > Device page.

Note: The LCD turns on if an alert occurs.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > General > Device.

2. Beside the timeouts you want to set (Timeout on Battery, Timeout on AC, Timeout on USB), select the desired timeout periods. (A smaller value helps prolong the battery life.)

3. Click Submit.

Set the LCD Brightness

Use this feature to adjust your screen’s brightness to suit your surroundings and to prolong the battery life.

You can adjust this setting on the Mobile Hotspot Manager’s Settings > General > Device page.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > General > Device.

2. Beside Screen Brightness, select the desired brightness level (Bright or Dim). (Choose Dim to prolong the battery life.)

3. Click Submit.

Software and Reset Tab

From this tab, you can save your current device settings and restore them later, update your software, reset your device to default settings, and set your device startup options.

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■ In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > General > Software and Reset.

Item

Description

Download /

Click Save to make a copy (export) of the hotspot’s current configuration, so

Click Choose file to use a previously saved copy of your device configuration.

Click Check for update to see if a new version of your device’s software has

You can:

● Back up and restore your hotspot’s configuration, if needed. See Export Settings and Import

Settings.

● Update your device’s software. See Update the Mobile Hotspot Software and Firmware.

● Reset some or all of your device’s settings. See Reset Your Devic e.

● Configure the hotspot to install tethering drivers (if needed) when the device is connected via

USB to a Windows or Mac system. See TRU-Install.

The following information is displayed.

Backup Settings

Restore Settings

Software Update

that you can restore it later if needed. See Export Settings.

See Import Settings.

been released, and if it has, download and install it. The last time you checked is shown on the screen (Last checked at). See

Software and Firmware.

Note: Software downloads count against your plan’s data limit.

Update the Mobile Hotspot

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Item

Description

● Factory Reset – Click to reset your device to factory default settings

and clear your account details. See Reset Your Device. (You can do

Select the check box to install tethering drivers (if needed) when the device is

this only with assistance from your Internet service provider.)

Reset

Startup options

● Settings Reset – Click to reset your device to factory default settings, but leave your account details unchanged. See Reset Your Device.

● Clear Programming – Click to clear your account details. See Reset

Your Device.

connected via USB to a Windows or Mac system. See TRU-Install.

Export Settings

Settings include configuration information for your device, network, and Mobile Hotspot Manager interface.

You can, for example, export (save) the current configuration, and then make some changes and test them. You can then import (restore) the saved configuration.

To export the settings to a text file:

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > General > Software and Reset.

2. In the Download / Backup Settings section, click Save.

3. Save the file to an appropriate location in your computer. By default, the file (export.cfg) is saved to your Downloads folder.

Import Settings

This feature lets you restore a saved configuration.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > General > Software and Reset.

2. In the Restore Settings section, click Choose File or Browse (the button name depends on the browser you are using).

3. Navigate to the folder where your previously saved configuration file is stored.

4. Select your configuration file and click Open to restore your device with the imported settings.

Note: Your device may reset, and you may need to reconnect to WiFi and the Internet. (See Connect with

WiFi (WLAN).)

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Update the Mobile Hotspot Software and Firmware

From time to time, updates may become available for your device, and your device will receive an alert. You can also check for new updates manually.

The updates may improve performance and add or modify features. The updates may include the following:

● Device firmware

● The Mobile Hotspot Manager interface

● Other files

Download Software Updates

You can download software updates from the Mobile Hotspot Manager. When a software update becomes available, if your device is connected to an LTE network, the update

downloads automatically and an Alert message appears on your device and the Mobile Hotspot Manager. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, view the alert and click Install now to install the update. Your device reboots automatically to use the new software. Any devices that were previously connected will have to be reconnected.

You can also check for updates manually without having received an alert. There are two ways to get the software update from the Mobile Hotspot Manager. You can get it from the

Alert message, or from the Software and Reset page.

To get the update from the Alert:

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager home page, view the Alert message.

2. In the Alert message for the available update, click Install Now.

3. Follow the onscreen instructions.

To get the update from the Software and Reset page:

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > General > Software and Reset.

2. Click Check for update. If an update is available, an Install Now button appears.

3. Click Install Now.

4. Click Continue.

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Reset Your Device

In some cases, you may want or need to clear your account information to use your device with another account, reset most settings (except for your account and network activation), or reset your device to its factory default settings.

You can clear these settings from the Mobile Hotspot Manager’s Software and Reset page.

Clear Account Details Only

If you want to use your device with another account, you need to clear your current account. You can clear these settings from the Mobile Hotspot Manager’s Software and Reset page.

Note: All connected devices will be disconnected and your device will reboot automatically. You will have to activate your device with your new account before they can reconnect.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > General > Software and Reset.

2. Below Clear Programming, click Reset.

3. Click Begin Reset.

Reset Device Settings Only

If you want to reset your device to its default behavior, but don’t want to change your account or network activation, you need to reset your device settings.

You can reset these settings using the Power button or from the Mobile Hotspot Manager’s Software

and Reset page.

Note: All connected devices will be disconnected and your device will reboot automatically. After the

reset finishes, they can reconnect.

Reset device settings using the Power button

■ Press and hold the Power button for 15 seconds.

Reset device settings using the Mobile Hotspot Manager

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > General > Software and Reset.

2. Below Settings Reset, click Reset.

3. Click Begin Reset.

Reset to Factory Default Settings

In some cases you will need to reset your device’s software to its factory default settings.

WARNING: If you reset the software to default settings, you must go through the device setup, as if you’ve just purchased your device.

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You’ll need to reset the software to default settings if:

● You’ve forgotten the administrator password.

● You’ve changed the DHCP settings such that your device is inoperable. (For example, there’s no

communication with your dev ice.)

You can reset your device to factory settings from the Mobile Hotspot Manager’s Software and Reset page or Support page.

Note: All connected devices will be disconnected and your device will reboot automatically. Note: You can do a factory reset of your device only w ith as sis tanc e from your Internet service provider.

Contact your Internet service provider's Customer Service to obtain an SPC code that you will need to enter to perform the reset.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > General > Software and Reset.

– or –

Click Support.

2. Below Fa ct or y Reset , click Reset.

3. Enter the MSL code provided by your Internet service provider, and then click Submit.

4. Click Begin Reset.

System Logs

Technical support staff may need you to configure system logging in this tab for the purpose of error diagnosis.

Note: You should adjust settings in this tab only under the direction of technical support staff.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > General > System Logs.

You can:

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● Enable logging

Item

Description

Update Profile

Click to update the network profile.

This feature enables locking of the UICC/SIM and provides another level of

Manual

This is an advanced configuration feature. Use only when instructe d by your

Advanced

Use only when instructed by your Internet service provider.

● Clear logs

● Download logs

Network Preferences

From this tab, you can configure your device’s configuration for selecting networks and receive network configuration updates from your Internet service provider.

■ In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Network > Preferences.

You can:

■ Update the network profile

The following information is displayed.

UICC/SIM Lock

Configuration

Settings

security for users to secure information of their SIMs.

Internet service provider.

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Access Point Name (APN)

Item

Description

Name

Network carrier name.

APN

The operator’s access point name (obtained from the operator).

To connect to a different carrier’s network, your device must be configured with an access point name (APN) for that carrier. The APN is checked by the carrier to determine the type of network connection to establish.

Note: Your NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot comes with the APN preconfigured.

In this tab, you can add APNs for the networks you want to connect to.

■ In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Network > APN.

The list of all APNs that have been set up includes the following information.

Adjust the Access Point Name

Your device comes preconfigured with the access point names (APN) for your Internet service provider's LTE networks.

To add an APN for another network:

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Network > APN.

2. In the blank line, enter the APN details:

 Name – Enter a short description (for example, the carrier name).  APN – Enter the APN you obtained from the carrier.

3. Click the button beside the new APN entry.

To select the APN to be used:

■ Select the Active button at the beginning of the entry.

To remove an APN from the list:

■ Click the button beside the APN entry.

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SIM Security

Item

Description

Status

Indicates whether you are connected to an LTE network.

Connection type

The type of address to be set: IPv4 or IPv6 or IPv4v6 (both).

PS service type

Indicates the LTE service type.

If you are using a SIM that has security enabled, you can disable SIM security from this tab. This tab shows the current status of this security feature (Inactive or Active), and allows you to disable

SIM security if it has been enabled.

Note: The SIM PIN is required to disable SIM security.

 In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Network > SIM Security.  If the SIM has security enabled, SIM sec ur i ty will be Active. Cl ic k Disable to disable SIM

security.

The following information is displayed.

Network Status Details

This tab shows you details about the current mobile broadband connection (LTE).

■ In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Network > Status Details.

The information that is displayed depends on your current connection.

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Item

Description

RSRP

The signal strength of the LTE network (Reference Signal Received Power).

RSRQ

The signal quality of the LTE network (Reference Signal Received Quality). Signal to Interference Noise Ratio based on Reference Signals (narrowband

Cell ID

The LTE cell that is currently serving the hotspot.

TX Power

The transmitter power. A higher number is better.

IP Address

The IP address (32-bit value) of the 4G LTE connection.

IPv6 Address

This is a 128-bit va lue.

Channel UL

The channel that is used to upload to the 4G LTE network.

Channel DL

The channel that is used to download from the 4G LTE network.

The International Mobile Station Identity is an identifier of a device on the

Current radio

The LTE band being used for the connection.

Reject Code

Technical support staff may request this value from you.

ICCID

The Integrated Circuit Card ID.

RSRQ is the ratio between the RSRP and the Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI).

RS-SINR

IMSI

band

and wideband).

network.

Router Basic Settings

From this tab you can configure the router’s UPnP feature, LAN settings, and DMZ settings.

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1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Router > Basic.

Item

Description

UPnP

Current state of the Universal Plug and Play feature (On or Off). (See Enable

LAN

IP Address

The routing hardware’s IP address on the LAN.

Netmask

The routing hardware’s internal LAN subnet mask.

USB IP Address

The IP address assigned to the hotspot by the computer to which it is tethered.

VPN

VPN connections are enabled (On) or disabled (Off). See Enable VPN

DHCP Server

This field enables (On) or disables (Off) DHCP. See DHCP.

This specifies the starting and ending address of the range of IP addresses

2. You can make changes to any of these fields. When you finish, click Submit.

The following information is displayed.

UPnP

Passthrough

UPnP.)

Passthrough.

DHCP IP Range

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available for your device to dynamically (that is, not permanently) assign to computers connected to it. See

DHCP.

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Item

Description

DHCP lease time

This is the amount of time, in minutes, a computer can use its assigned IP

This specifies how the DNS servers (that the DHCP clients are to communicate

Address of a manual DNS server. (This field appears only if DNS Mode is

DMZ

DMZ Enabled

Enable / disable the demilitarized zone.

If the DMZ is enabled, this is the IP address of a single computer used to

DNS mode

address before it is required to renew the lease. After this time is up, the computer is automatically assigned a new dynamic IP address. See

Enter a number between 2 and 10080.

with) are obtained.

 Manual – The routing hardware assigns DHCP clients the DNS

servers specified in the DNS 1 and DNS 2 fields. Use this option to access a DNS server that provides customized addressing or if you have a local DNS server on your network.

Note: The DNS 1 and DNS 2 fields appear only if DNS Mode is Manual.

 Auto – The DNS server specified by your Internet service provider

is used.

DHCP.

DNS 1

DNS 2

DMZ Address

Manual.)

receive all unsolicited incoming connections.

DMZ

You can select one computer to receive all unsolicited incoming connections. The IP address of the DMZ (demilitarized zone) is the default recipient of incoming packets (from the

Internet) that are not handled by port forwarding rules or NAT’d connections:

● If port forwarding is enabled, incoming traffic is routed according to the port forwarding rules or NAT’d connections.

● If incoming traffic was not routed as a result of the above:  If DMZ is enabled, then incoming traffic is routed to the computer that uses the IP address

specified by the DMZ settings.

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 If DMZ is not enabled, the incoming traffic is blocked.

Note: Putting a computer in the DMZ opens all the ports of that computer, and exposes that computer to various security risks. Use this option only as a last resort — if possible, use other options instead (for example, port forwarding).

Enable DMZ

Before you can use or configure DMZ, you must enable it.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Router > Basic.

2. Next to DMZ Enabled, select On.

3. Click Submit.

Configure the DMZ Address

Specify which computer is to receive all unsolicited incoming connections.

Note: DMZ must currently be enabled.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Router > Basic.

2. In the DMZ Address field, enter the IP address of the computer that you want exposed to the Internet. (If you don’t know how to find the IP address, see Find the IP Address.)

3. Click Submit.

Enable VPN Passthrough

If you want to connect to a corporate network using their VPN (Virtual Private Network), you need to enable VPN Passthrough.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Router > Basic.

2. Beside VPN Passthrough, select On.

3. Click Submit.

Enable UPnP (Universal Plug and Play)

UPnP provides simple and robust connectivity among consumer electronics, intelligent appliances, and mobile devices from many different vendors. (For more information, visit www.upnp.org.)

Note: If UPnP is enabled, there are potential security risks.

Before you can use UPnP, you must enable it.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Router > Basic.

2. Next to UPnP, select On.

3. Click Submit.

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DHCP

DHCP (Dynamic Host Control Protocol) automatically assigns an IP address to each device on the network and manages other network configuration information for devices connected to your network. You do not need to manually configure the IP address on each device that’s on your network.

The assigned IP addresses are not permanent (as opposed to when using static IP). Most ISPs (Internet service providers) use DHCP. Normally, you should enable DHCP, in which case you must configure each device on the network with

one of the following:

● TCP/IP settings set to “Obtain an IP address automatically.”

● TCP/IP bound to the Ethernet connection with DHCP.

If DHCP is disabled, you must configure each device on the network with:

● Fixed (permanent/static) IP address.

● DNS server addresses (provided by your Internet service provider).

Enable DHCP

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Router > Basic.

2. Next to DHCP Serv er, select Enabled.

3. You can set the following DHCP settings:  DHCP IP Range — This is the starting and ending address of the range of IP addresses

available for your device to dynamically (that is, not permanently) assign to computers connected to it.

The start address must be 192.168.1.10 or above.

The ending address must be 192.168.1.50 or below.

 DHCP Lease Time — This is the amount of time, in minutes, a computer can use its

assigned IP address before it is required to renew the lease. After this time is up, the computer is automatically assigned a new dynamic IP address.

Enter a number between 2 and 10080.

 DNS Mode — This specifies how the DNS servers (that the DHCP clients are to

communicate with) are obtained.

4. Click Submit.

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Set the DNS Mode

The DNS Mode setting specifies how the DNS servers (that the DHCP clients are to communicate with) are obtained.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Router > Basic.

2. Set DNS Mode to one of the following:

 Auto — The DNS server specified by your Internet service provider is used.  Manual — The routing hardware assigns to DHCP clients the DNS servers specified in the

DNS 1 and DNS 2 fields. (These fields appear when Manual is selected.) Use this option to access a DNS server that provides customized addressing or if you have a local DNS server on your network.

3. Click Submit.

Port Forwarding

Port forwarding lets you forward incoming traffic to specific ports and devices (per their local IP address) on your network. (Normally, incoming traffic is blocked.)

■ In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Router > Port Forwarding.

You can:

● Enable or disable port forwarding.

Note: You must enable port forwarding before you can view and update the port forwarding list.

● Enter port forwarding details for an application.

For example, you can configure port forwarding so that:

● You can access your Remote Desktop from the Internet (by specifying the WAN [public] IP address that your device is using).

● Internet users can access a Web, FTP, or email server, or gaming or Internet application hosted by your computer.

● Remove an application from the port forwarding list.

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Note: Port forwarding creates a security risk. When not required, port forwarding should be disabled.

Item

Description

Port Forwarding

Indicates whether port forwarding is on (Enable) or off (Disable).

List of forwarded ports – This list appears only if port forwarding is on. Each port displays:

Label

A name describing the application us ing the port.

The IP address of the server being accessed.

The port that is forwarded. If the application uses more than one port, each port

Protocol

The protocol (TCP, UDP, etc.) being used for this application.

Note: Port forwarding does not apply to normal browsing, file downloading, or running most online games or other applications hosted on the Internet. (Some online games require port forwarding.)

The following information is displayed.

Port

must be forwarded separately.

Enable Port Forwarding

Before you can use or configure port forwarding, you must enable it.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Router > Port Forwarding.

2. Next to Port Forwarding, select Enable.

3. Click Submit.

Enable Port Forwarding for an Application

You can enable port forwarding for certain application types.

Note: Port forwarding must currently be enabled.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Router > Port Forwarding.

2. In the blank row of the list, enter a label that describes the application (for example, “RandomEmailApp”).

3. In the IP field, enter the IP address of the server to be accessed.

4. In the Port field, enter the port used by the application. (If the application uses more than one port, each port must be forwarded separately.)

5. In the Protocol list, click the protocol(s) used for this application (TCP, UDP).

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6. Click the button to add this row to the list.

Item

Description

● No Filtering – All applications are allowed to access the Internet.

7. Click Submit.

Disable Port Forwarding for an Application

If you want to stop forwarding any ports, you can remove them from the forwarding list.

Note: Port forwarding must currently be enabled.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Router > Port Forwarding.

2. Click the button beside the row that you want to remove.

3. Click Submit.

Port Filtering

Port filtering lets you specify which applications (for example, http, ftp, email servers) can access the Internet by either allowing (White List) or preventing (Black List) access.

Note: Only one list can be active, either a Black List or a White List. The Black List and White List are separate – if you change the Port Filtering type, the corresponding list is displayed.

■ In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Router > Port Filtering.

You can:

● Enable port filtering.

● Add an application to a port filtering list.

● Remove an application from the port filtering list.

The following information is displayed.

Port Filtering

● Black List – No applications in the list can access the Internet.

● White List – Only the applications in the list can access the Internet.

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Item

Description

List of filtered ports – This list appears only if port filtering is on. Each port displays:

Label

A name describing the application us ing the port.

Port

The port that the application uses to access the Internet.

Protocol

The protocol (TCP, UDP, etc.) being used by the application.

Enable Port Filtering

Before you can use or configure port filtering, you must enable it.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Router > Port Filtering.

2. In the Port Filtering list, select Black List to prevent specific applications from using the Internet, or White List to allow only specific applications to use the Internet.

3. Click Submit.

Enable Port Filtering for an Application

You can enable port filtering for certain application types.

Note: Port filtering must currently be enabled.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Router > Port Filtering.

2. In the Label field, enter a name that describes the application being filtered (for example, “RandomEmailApp”).

3. In the Port field, enter the port used by the application.

4. In the Protocol list, click the protocol(s) used for this application (TCP, UDP, or both).

5. Click the button to add this filter to the list.

6. Click Submit.

Disable Port Filtering for an Application

If you currently have port filtering enabled and some ports already in the list (Black List or White List), you can remove any of those rows.

Note: Port filtering must currently be enabled.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click Settings > Router > Port Filtering.

2. Make sure you’ve enabled the correct port filtering type (Black List or White List).

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3. To remove an application from the list click the beside the row that you want to remove.

Item

Description

Account Details

My number

The hotspot’s telephone number.

4. Click Submit.

About Page

View information about your device and account.

■ In the Mobile Hotspot Manager home page, click the About link in the top right corner.

The following information is displayed.

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Item

Description

MSID

The Mobile Station ID associated with your phone number.

MEID

The MEID of your device (displayed on the packaging and inside the battery

ICCID

The serial number of the SIM.

IMEI

The device’s unique IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) code.

WiFi Details

WiFi name

The hotspot’s Main WiFi network name.

WiFi password

The hotspot’s Main WiFi network password.

The MAC address of the LTE module. Each wireless device has a unique MAC

Encryption

The security standard used for the WiFi network.

WiFi Devices

Number of devices currently connected to the hotspot’s WiFi networks.

Max WiFi

Maximum number of devices that can connect to the hotspot’s Main WiFi

Max Guest WiFi

Maximum number of devices that can connect to the hotspot’s Guest WiFi

Indicates whether the WiFi network name is being broadcast. (See WiFi

Firmware

FW Version

The hotspot’s firmware version.

FW Build Date

The date the firmware version was created.

Web App

The Mobile Hotspot Manager version.

Bootloader

The version of the software that starts up your device.

Open Source

compartment).

MAC Address

Devices

Broadcast Network Name

address (assigned by its manuf act urer ).

network. (See also Set the Maximum Number of WiFi Devices.)

Options Tab.) You could choose to not broadcast, and give the WiFi name

directly to users.

Version

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Item

Description

View Credits &

Licenses

Display the credits and licenses.

Device

Model

The manufacturer’s name for your device.

Mobile Hotspot

URL for the Mobile Hotspot Manager Web app.

Power State

The hotspot’s power state (Online, Offline).

The hotspot’s temperature. If your device is too warm, make sure the area is

Current voltage

The amount of power the hotspot is currently using.

Battery charge

The amount of charge remaining in the battery. (See Charge the Ba ttery.)

The current operating condition of the battery (Charging, No Battery, Normal,

Battery

The battery’s temperature. If the battery is getting too warm, turn your device off

WWAN Info

Activation Date

The date that the hotspot was activated on the Mobile network.

Refurbished

The date that your device was refurbished (if applicable).

IP Address

The IP address of the WWAN radio.

IPv6 Address

LTE APN NI

4G network identifier.

Lifetime LTE

The total amount of data sent and received while connected to LTE networks.

Network Status

Manager

Current temperature

level

Battery status

temperature

Date

well-ventilated and air can circulate around your device to cool it. (See

Environmental Specifications.)

Low, Critical).

and do not connect it to the charger.

Transferred

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Item

Description

View Details

Click the link to jump to the Settings > Network > Status Details page.

View Network Activation Information

You can check whether network access is activated.

1. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager home page, click About in the top right corner of the page.

2. Check the Activation Date in the WWAN Info section. This is the date that the hotspot was activated on the Mobile network.

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Appendix

The following topics address areas of support for your mobile hotspot, including frequently asked questions, tips, troubleshooting, technical specifications, and legal information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find out answers to questions you ma y have.

How can I tell I’m connected to LTE?

There are a few ways you can tell whether you are connected to a network. When you’re connected to a network (LTE):

■ In the Mobile Hotspot Manager (http://MyHotSpot), the LTE icon appears in the Status section on the left side of the page, and the connection status is shown on the Network > Status Details Tab.

If the device is not connected to a network, an alert will appear on the device and in the Mobile Hotspot Manager.

What do I do if I forget the Main or Guest WiFi password?

There are a couple of things you can do if you forget the Main WiFi password.

● On the LCD screen:  The Main WiFi password appears on the home page (if you have not configured it to be

hidden). See Show or Hide the Main WiFi Network Name and Password on LCD Home

Screen.

● Log in to the Mobile Hotspot Manager Web page with the administrator password. In the Mobile Hotspot Manager, click WiFi > Options.

Here is what you can do if you forget the Guest WiFi password.

● On the LCD screen, cycle through the screens (press the Power button once to switch to the next screen) to the Guest WiFi screen. If Guest WiFi is enabled, the password will be shown.

Note: Remember that if you have chosen to randomize the Guest WiFi password, it changes each time the Guest WiFi network is turned on. (See Randomize the Guest WiFi Password.)

What do I do if I forget the Administrator Password?

Here's what to do if you forget the Administrator Password.

● Reset the software to default settings. You will need to call your Internet service provider's Customer Support for assistance. (See Reset Your Device.)

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If the Connection is “Always On,” am I always being billed?

No. The connection to the network goes dormant after a period of inactivity, but the connection can be reestablished faster than having to reconnect. Billing occurs only when data is passed across the network.

What is WPS?

Please see Connect Through WPS.

If a wireless device has a WPS button or a WPS software option, must I use it to connect with WiFi?

If this is the only way your device provides to connect through WiFi, then you must use the WPS button or the WPS software option. Some laptops support two methods — a WPS button or software option, and WiFi network manager software where you can connect by entering the WiFi network name (SSID) and password, as described in Find and Select the Mobile H ots pot WiFi Network.

Please consult the user documentation of your device.

How do I access my corporate network through a VPN?

Once you complete a wireless connection, you may need to launch an extranet client provided by your company and supply the appropriate user name and password to gain access. For support, contact your company help desk.

Are terminal sessions supported?

Terminal sessions (for example, via Telnet or SSH) are not supported.

Tips

This section provides information on getting the most out of your device and your network connection.

Extending Battery Life

There are several ways you can extend the battery life.

● When you’re not using your device, turn it off.

● Connect your device through the micro-USB cable to your computer, and turn of f WiFi. (See Turn

WiFi On or Off When Tethered.)

● Adjust the LCD — do one or more of the following:

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 Decrease the brightness of the LCD. (See Set the LCD Brightness.)  Set the LCD to turn off sooner. (See Set the LCD Timeout.)

● Use a shorter WiFi inact ivit y tim eout per iod. ( See Set the Sleep (Inactivity) Timer.)

● Limit the number of WiFi devices. (See Set the Maximum Number of WiFi Devices.)

Mobile Hotspot Location

Follow these guidelines in placing your device.

● Avoid moisture or extreme temperatures.

● For improved reception, place your device near a closed window.

● Place your device within easy reach of a reliable power supply and the computer to which it will

be connected.

Improving Signal Strength

There are several ways you can improve the signal strength.

● Make sure you’re inside a network coverage area.

● Try reorienting your device.

● Move your device and your computer to another location — you may be in or near a structure that

is blocking the signal. Every obstacle (for example, walls, ceilings, furniture) between the NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot and other wireless devices decreases the signal strength.

● Place your device in a centralized location, as high as possible in the room.

● Make sure there’s plenty of space around your device to provide the best signal reception.

● Keep your device at least 3–6 feet away from electrical devices that generate RF interference (for

example, microwaves, TVs, 2.4 GHz cordless phones, cellular phones, baby monitors, wireless speakers). If you’re not using these electrical devices, turn them off.

● If possible, place your devices so that the signal passes through open doorways or drywall, as opposed to concrete, brick, metal, walls with insulation, and so on.

● If you cannot obtain service, contact your Internet service provider — a network or account problem may be preventing you from obtaining service.

Improving WiFi Performance

There are several ways you can improve WiFi performance.

● Try a different channel number. (See Change the WiFi Channel.)

● Check whether any device updates are available. (See Update Mobile Hotspot Software and

Firmware.)

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● See the tips in Improving Signal Strength.

● Limit the number of WiFi devices. (See Set the Maximum Number of WiFi Devices.)

Windows XP and Windows 7 Users

1. Open the Device Manager.  In Windows XP:

• Click Start > Settings > Control Panel.

• Double-click System.

• Click Hardware.

• Click Device Manager.

 In Windows 7:

• Click Start > Control Panel.

• Click Device Manager.

2. Double-click Network adapters.

3. Double-click the WiFi client network adapter of your computer — for example, “Intel(R) WiFi Link 5100 AGN” in the image below.

4. If the WiFi client network adapter is by Intel, click Advanced and, in the Property list, click Power Management and move the slider all the way to the right (to Highest). Click OK.

– or –

If the WiFi client network adapter is not by Intel, select a configuration with minimal power savings (to maximize throughput).

Note: The above settings are often controlled by 3rd-party value-add applications and may be automatically changed. If WiFi performance improves for a while after you perform the above steps, but then declines, recheck the above settings.

Security Tips

Follow these tips to minimize security risks.

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● Change the WiFi network name (SSID) and WiFi password on a regular basis. (See WiFi Options

Tab.)

● Disable SSID Broadcast. (See WiFi Options Tab.)

● Use the highest level of WiFi security that your devices support. (See Change the WiFi Security.)

● Change the login password. (See Change the Mobile Hotspot Manager Password.)

● Use MAC filtering to specify computers that are or aren’t allowed to connect to the network. (See

Manage the Block List (MAC Filtering).)

Find the MAC Address

You’ll need to know the MAC address of a device in a couple of cases.

■ Allowing or denying computers access to the network. (See Manage the Block List (MAC

Filtering).)

The steps to finding the MAC address of a device vary, depending on your operating system.

Windows

1. Open a command prompt window.

 Click Start and Run.  Type cmd or command, and click OK.

2. At the command prompt, type ipconfig/all and press Enter.

3. Write down the physical address for the entry that relates to the wireless network connection; it appears as a series of numbers and letters — this is the MAC address of your wireless adapter.

Mac OS X

1. From the Apple menu, select System Preferences.

2. Select Network.

3. Select the adapter that is connecting to the routing hardware.

4. Select Advanced.

5. Select Ethernet. The Ethernet ID is listed. This is the same as the MAC address.

Linux

Please see the user documentation of the Linux distribution.

Other Operating Sy stems

Please see the user documentation for your operating system or computer.

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Find the IP Address

You’ll need to know the IP address of a device when configuring certain features.

● Port forwarding

● DMZ

The steps to finding the IP address of a device vary, depending on your operating system.

Windows

1. Open a command prompt window.

2. Type cmd or command, and click OK.

3. At the command prompt, type ipconfig and press Enter.

4. Write down the IP address for the entry that relates to the wireless network connection. (The IP address might be listed under “Ipv4 Address,” or something similar.)

Mac OS X

1. From the Apple menu, select System Preferences.

2. Select Network.

3. Select the wireless adapter. The IP address is displayed in the right pane.

Other Operating Sy stems

Please see the user documentation for your operating system or computer.

Troubleshooting

Learn about various troubleshooting tips, and what to do when a specific message is displayed.

General Tips

Here are some general tips to get you started.

● If some settings are preventing you from connecting to WiFi, connect to your device through the micro-USB cable, and then change the settings. (See Connect with the Micro-USB Cable.)

● Go to to devicehelp.boostmobile.com to access troubleshooting and other resources.

● The knowledge base at the NETGEAR website (support.netgear.com) may also be useful.

LCD Is Dark

The following table describes situations that can cause the LCD to be dark (that is, not displaying any text or icons), and recommends appropriate actions.

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Device state

LCD state

Your action

On, but dormant

(inactivity timeout)

Press the Power button on your device.

Off

Turn your device on:

● Make sure that a battery is inserted into your device.

● Press the Power button on your device until the device turns on.

If the LCD is still dark, use the micro-USB cable to connect your device to the AC charger or to a computer.

Insufficient Signal Strength

If you have insufficient signal strength, an icon is displayed on your device’s home screen, and in the Mobile Hotspot Manager’s Connection Details section.

Insufficient signal strength, indicated by , may occur because:

● You are outside network coverage areas.

● You are in or near a structure that is blocking the signal.

● You are near a device that is causing radio signal interference.

● A network or account problem is preventing you from obtaining service.

Cannot Connect to WiFi

If your computer cannot connect to the Main or Guest WiFi network of the NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot, there are several things you should check.

Make sure that:

● The maximum number of WiFi devices has not been reached. The number of connected WiFi

● You’re connecting to the correct WiFi network (SSID), and you’re using the correct WiFi

● Nobody has changed the name or password of the WiFi network.

● WiFi is not disabled because your device is tethered. (See Turn WiFi On or Off When Tethered.)

devices is displayed on the LCD screen. To set the maximum number of devices, see Set the

Maximum Number of WiFi Devices.)

password.

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● Your computer supports the type of WiFi security that the network is set to use.

Note: All the devices used with the NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot must support the selected security type.

● Your computer supports WiFi 802.11g (if Connection Rate is set in the WiFi Options Tab to

802.11g only).

● Your computer has not been blocked through MAC filtering. (See Manage the Block List (MAC

Filtering).)

Tip: If some settings are preventing you from connecting to WiFi, connect to your device through the micro-USB cable, and then change the settings. (See Connect with the Micro-USB Cable.)

Cannot Connect Through USB

If your computer cannot connect to the NETGEAR Fuse Mobile Hotspot through the micro-USB cab le, go through the following steps.

■ Make sure that you've installed the device driver, as described in Making a Tethered Connection.

Cannot Display the Home Page

Your Web browser may display an error message when you try to display the home page. The error message depends on your Web browser.

● “Could not connect to remote server” (Opera)

● “Internet Explorer cannot display the webpage” (Internet Explorer)

● “Oops! This link appears to be broken” (Google Chrome)

● “Safari can’t open the page” (Safari)

● “The connection has timed out” (Firefox)

Check the following:

● Your device is turned on. (See Turn Your Device On and Off.)

● You have established a connection to your device (through WiFi or through the micro-USB cable).

● Make sure you’re typing the correct address in the Web browser.

 If the home page is still not displayed, try http://192.168.1.1 or, if you’re using custom routing

settings, replace “192.168.1.1” with the appropriate IP address.

● The Web browser is a recent version, and Java-enabled. The following are recommended:

 Internet Explorer  Mozilla Firefox

(version 8.0 or later)

(version 4.0 or later)

 Google Chrome™ (version 17 or later)

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 Apple Safari

(version 5.0 or later)

 Apple Safari  Android Browser (Android OS 2.2 or later)

● If your computer has other adapters (for example, Ethernet) connected to other networks, disable or remove them from your computer.

● If Internet security software is running on your computer, disable it and see whether the error message still occurs. Some firewall software may block access to the home page.

● If DHCP is enabled on your device, make sure DHCP is enabled on your computer. (See DHCP.)

● Check your Web browser settings:

1. Open the Control Panel in Windows.

2. Double-click Internet Options.

3. From the Security tab, restore the default settings.

4. From the Connections tab, select Never dial a connection.

5. From the Advanced tab, restore the default settings.

6. Close and reopen your Web browser.

Mobile (version iOS 4.0)

● Disconnect your device from your computer (if you’re using the micro-USB cable). Remove the battery from your device. Reinsert the battery.

If, after checking all of the above, you still cannot display the home page, consider resetting the software to default settings. (See Reset Your Device.)

Cannot Connect to the Mobile Broadband Network

If this message is displayed, go through the following steps.

● Make sure your computer is connected to your device (through the micro-USB cable or WiFi). (See Connect with WiFi (WLAN) or Making a Tethered Connection.)

● Make sure you’re in a network coverage area.

● Try the tips in Improving Signal Strength.

● Check with your Internet service provider — a network or account problem may be preventing

your device from obtaining service.

Cannot Check for Updates

Make sure your device is connected to the AC charger or computer through the micro-USB cable.

Note: If you’ll be using USB for data transfer (and not just for charging your device), you must install the device driver. (See Making a Tethered Connection.)

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Technical Specifications

Item

Description

Approvals

FCC

Size: 2500 mAh

Maximum: ~900 mA

LTE:

This section lists the electrical, radio frequency, and other parameters of your device for those who require technical information.

Radio Frequency and Electrical Specifications

This section lists the radio frequency and electrical parameters of your device.

Duration for full charge (AC charger / PC USB cable): 2.5 hours

Battery

Current

Transmit

Charge life:

● Up to 10 hours of active time

● Up to 237 hours standby time

Standby current:

■ ~6.5 mA (LTE)

● Band 25: 1850-1915 MHz

● Band 26: 814-849 MHz

● Band 41 (TDD): 2496-2690 MHz

● Roaming B2 (1900 MHz), B4 (1700 M H z) , B5 (850 MHz), B12 (700

MHz)

Receive

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● Band 25: 1930-1995 MHz

● Band 26: 859-894 MHz

● Band 41 (TDD): 2496-2690 MHz

● Roaming B2 (1900MHz), B4 (1700 MHz), B5 (850 MHz), B12 (700

MHz) B 4 (1700 MHz) , B5 (850 MHz), B12 (700 MHz)

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Software Specifications

Item

Description

Data service

IS-707A

IEEE 802.11b

WPA Personal TKIP

WiFi Simple Configuration 2.0 (WSC 2.0) based WiFi Protected

SMS (IS-637)

Not supported

FAX

Not supported

IOTA

Supported

OTASP (IS-683A, IS-683B,

Supported

OTAPA

Supported

PRL (Preferred Roaming List)

Not supported

Authentication

Supported

Voice

Not supported

NAM

Single

TTY/Accessibility

Not supported

Mobile IP

Supported

This section lists the specifications that your device supports.

WiFi specification

WiFi security and encryption protocols

WPS

IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.11n

WPA Personal TKIP AES WPA2 Personal AES WPA2 Personal TKIP AES WPA/WPA2

Setup (WPS)

IS-683C)

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Item

Description

Network protocols (routing

hardware)

TCP, UDP, ARP, RARP, ICMP

Pass-through of the following VPN types:

Item

Description

Operating temperature

0 to 35°C (32 to 95°F)

Storage temperature

-40 to 85°C (-40 to +185°F)

Humidity

45°C (113°F) / 86% RH max.

Item

Description

Dimensions (W x L x H)

112.3 (L) x 68 (W) x 15.25 (H) mm (excluding feet)

● 80 g (without battery)

● PPTP

VPN

● IPSec

Tunneling of multiple VPN ses sions sim ultaneo us ly is supported.

Environmental Specifications

This section describes the environmental conditions that your device can be used in.

Mechanical Specifications

This section describes the dimensions and physical features of your device.

Weight

Legal

This section contains important license and legal information.

Trademarks and Copyright

● NETGEAR and the NETGEAR logo are trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc.

● 132 g (with battery)

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● Windows

● Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

● Linux

● WiFi, WPA, and WPA2 are registered marks of the WiFi Alliance.

● QUALCOMM

● Other trademarks are the property of the respective owners.

is the registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the U.S. and other countries.

is a registered trademark of QUALCOMM Incorporated.

Patents

This product contains technology developed by or for NETGEAR, Inc. This product includes technology licensed from QUALCOMM

Licenses

A large amount of the source code to this product is available under various free and open source licenses. Most is available under one or more versions of the GNU General Public License and/or GNU Limited General Public License.

The remainder of the open source software which is not under the GPL is available under one of a variety of more permissive licenses. Those that require reproduction of the license text in the distribution are listed in the sections that follow starting with Fontconfig License.

GNU General Public License (Version 2)

02110-1301 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is

not allowed.

Preamble

The licenses for most software are designed to take away your freedom to share and change it. By contrast, the GNU General Public License is intended to guarantee your freedom to share and change free software--to make sure the software is free for all its users. This General Public License applies to most of the Free Software Foundation's software and to any other program whose authors commit to using it. (Some other Free Software Foundation software is covered by the GNU Library General Public License instead.) You can apply it to your programs, too.

When we speak of free software, we are referring to freedom, not price. Our General Public Licenses are designed to make sure that you have the freedom to distribute copies of free software (and charge for this service if you wish), that you receive source code or can get it if you want it, that you can change the software or use pieces of it in new free programs; and that you know you can do these things.

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To protect your rights, we need to make restrictions that forbid anyone to deny you these rights or to ask you to surrender the rights. These restrictions translate to certain responsibilities for you if you distribute copies of the software, or if you modify it.

For example, if you distribute copies of such a program, whether gratis or for a fee, you must give the recipients all the rights that you have. You must make sure that they, too, receive or can get the source code. And you must show them these terms so they know their rights.

We protect your rights with two steps: (1) copyright the software, and (2) offer you this license which gives you legal permission to copy, distribute and/or modify the software.

Also, for each author’s protection and ours, we want to make certain that everyone understands that there is no warranty for this free software. If the software is modified by someone else and passed on, we want its recipients to know that what they have is not the original, so that any problems introduced by others will not reflect on the original authors' reputations.

Finally, any free program is threatened constantly by software patents. We wish to avoid the danger that redistributors of a free program will individually obtain patent licenses, in effect making the program proprietary. To prevent this, we have made it clear that any patent must be licensed for everyone's free use or not licensed at all.

The precise terms and conditions for copying, distribution, and modification follow.

GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR COP YING , DISTRIBUTION AND MODIFICATION

0. This License applies to any program or other work which contains a notice placed by the copyright holder saying it may be distributed under the terms of this General Public License. The “Program”, below, refers to any such program or work, and a “work based on the Program” means either the Program or any derivative work under copyright law: that is to say, a work containing the Program or a portion of it, either verbatim or with modifications and/or translated into another language. (Hereinafter, translation is included without limitation in the term “modification.”) Each licensee is addressed as “you.”

Activities other than copying, distribution and modification are not covered by this License; they are outside its scope. The act of running the Program is not restricted, and the output from the Program is covered only if its contents constitute a work based on the Program (independent of having been made by running the Program). Whether that is true depends on what the Program does.

1. You may copy and distribute verbatim copies of the Program’s source code as you receive it, in any medium, provided that you conspicuously and appropriatel y publish on eac h co p y an appropriate copyright notice and disclaimer of warranty; keep intact all the notices that refer to this License and to the absence of any warranty; and give any other recipients of the Program a copy of this License along with the Program.

You may charge a fee for the physical act of transferring a copy, and you may at your option offer warranty protection in exchange for a fee.

2. You may modify your copy or copies of the Program or any portion of it, thus forming a work based on the Program, and copy and distribute such modifications or work under the terms of Section 1 above, provided that you also meet all of these conditions: a) You must cause the modified files to carry

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prominent notices stating that you changed the files and the date of any change. b) You must cause any work that you distribute or publish, that in whole or in part contains or is derived from the Program or any part thereof, to be licensed as a whole at no charge to all third parties under the terms of this License. c) If the modified program normally reads commands interactively when run, you must cause it, when started running for such interactive use in the most ordinary way, to print or display an announcement including an appropriate copyright notice and a notice that there is no warranty (or else, saying that you provide a warranty) and that users may redistribute the program under these conditions, and telling the user how to view a copy of this License. (Exception: if the Program itself is interactive but does not normally print such an announcement, your work based on the Program is not required to print an announcement.)

These requirements apply to the modified work as a whole. If identifiable sections of that work are not derived from the Program, and can be reasonably considered independent and separate works in themselves, then this License, and its terms, do not apply to those sections when you distribute them as separate works. But when you distribute the same sections as part of a whole which is a work based on the Program, the distribution of the whole must be on the terms of this License, whose permissions for other licensees extend to the entire whole, and thus to each and every part regardless of who wrote it.

Thus, it is not the intent of this section to claim rights or contest your rights to work written entirely by you; rather, the intent is to exercise the right to control the distribution of derivative or collective works based on the Program.

In addition, mere aggregation of another work not based on the Program with the Program (or with a work based on the Program) on a volume of a storage or distribution medium does not bring the other work under the scope of this License.

3. You may copy and distribute the Program (or a work based on it, under Section 2) in object code or executable form under the terms of Sections 1 and 2 above provided that you also do one of the following: a) Accompany it with the complete corresponding machine-readable source code, which must be distributed under the terms of Sections 1 and 2 above on a medium customarily used for software interchange; or, b) Accompany it with a written offer, valid for at least three years, to give any third party, for a charge no more than your cost of physically performing source distribution, a complete machinereadable copy of the corresponding source code, to be distributed under the terms of Sections 1 and 2 above on a medium customarily used for software interchange; or, c) Accompany it with the information you received as to the offer to distribute corresponding source code. (This alternative is allowed only for noncommercial distribution and only if you received the program in object code or executable form with such an offer, in accord with Subsection b above.)

The source code for a work means the preferred form of the work for making modifications to it. For an executable work, complete source code means all the source code for all modules it contains, plus any associated interface definition files, plus the scripts used to control compilation and installation of the executable. However, as a special exception, the source code distributed need not include anything that is normally distributed (in either source or binary form) with the major components (compiler, kernel, and so on) of the operating system on which the executable runs, unless that component itself accompanies the executable.

If distribution of executable or object code is made by offering access to copy from a designated place, then offering equivalent access to copy the source code from the same place counts as distribution of the source code, even though third parties are not compelled to copy the source along with the object code.

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4. You may not copy, modify, sublicense, or distribute the Program except as expressly provided under this License. Any attempt otherwise to copy, modify, sublicense or distribute the Program is void, and will automatically terminate your rights under this License. However, parties who have received copies, or rights, from you under this License will not have their licenses terminated so long as such parties remain in full compliance.

5. You are not required to accept this License, since you have not signed it. However, nothing else grants you permission to modify or distribute the Program or its derivative works. These actions are prohibited by law if you do not accept this License. Therefore, by modifying or distributing the Program (or any work based on the Program), you indicate your acceptance of this License to do so, and all its terms and conditions for copying, distributing or modifying the Program or works based on it.

6. Each time you redistribute the Program (or any work based on the Program), the recipient automatically receives a license from the original licensor to copy, distribute or modify the Program subject to these terms and conditions. You may not impose any further restrictions on the recipients' exercise of the rights granted herein. You are not responsible for enforcing compliance by third parties to this License.

7. If, as a consequence of a court judgment or allegation of patent infringement or for any other reason (not limited to patent issues), conditions are imposed on you (whether by court order, agreement or otherwise) that contradict the conditions of this License, they do not excuse you from the conditions of this License. If you cannot distribute so as to satisfy simultaneously your obligations under this License and any other pertinent obligations, then as a consequence you may not distribute the Program at all. For example, if a patent license would not permit royalty-free redistribution of the Program by all those who receive copies directly or indirectly through you, then the only way you could satisfy both it and this License would be to refrain entirely from distribution of the Program.

If any portion of this section is held invalid or unenforceable under any particular circumstance, the balance of the section is intended to apply and the section as a whole is intended to apply in other circumstances.

It is not the purpose of this section to induce you to infringe any patents or other property right claims or to contest validity of any such claims; this section has the sole purpose of protecting the integrity of the free software distribution system, which is implemented by public license practices. Many people have made generous contributions to the wide range of software distributed through that system in reliance on consistent application of that system; it is up to the author/donor to decide if he or she is willing to distribute software through any other system and a licensee cannot impose that choice.

This section is intended to make thoroughly clear what is believed to be a consequence of the rest of this License.

8. If the distribution and/or use of the Program is restricted in certain countries either by patents or by copyrighted interfaces, the origi nal copyright holder who places the Program under this License may add an explicit geographical distribution limitation excluding those countries, so that distribution is permitted only in or among countries not thus excluded. In such case, this License incorporates the limitation as if written in the body of this License.

9. The Free Software Foundation may publish revised and/or new versions of the General Public License from time to time. Such new versions will be similar in spirit to the present version, but may differ in detail to address new problems or concerns.

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Each version is given a distinguishing version number. If the Program specifies a version number of this License which applies to it and “any later version”, you have the option of following the terms and conditions either of that version or of any later version published by the Free Software Foundation. If the Program does not specify a version number of this License, you may choose any version ever published by the Free Software Foundation.

10. If you wish to incorporate parts of the Program into other free programs whose distribution conditions are different, write to the author to ask for permission. For software which is copyrighted by the Free Software Foundation, write to the Free Software Foundation; we sometimes make exceptions for this. Our decision will be guided by the two goals of preserving the free status of all derivatives of our free software and of promoting the sharing and reuse of software generally.

NO WARRANTY

11. BECAUSE THE PROGRAM IS LICENSED FREE OF CHARGE, THERE IS NO WARRANTY FOR THE PROGRAM, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW. EXCEPT WHEN OTHERWISE STATED IN WRITING THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND/OR OTHER PARTIES PROVIDE THE PROGRAM “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PROGRAM IS WITH YOU. SHOULD THE PROGRAM PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU ASSUME THE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR OR CORRECTION.

12. IN NO EVENT UNLESS REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW OR AGREED TO IN WRITING WILL ANY COPYRIGHT HOLDER, OR ANY OTHER PARTY WHO MAY MODIFY AND/OR REDISTRIBUTE THE PROGRAM AS PERMITTED ABOVE, BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR DAMAGES, INCLUDING ANY GENERAL, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROGRAM (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF DATA OR DATA BEING RENDERED INACCURATE OR LOSSES SUSTAINED BY YOU OR THIRD PARTIES OR A FAILURE OF THE PROGRAM TO OPERATE WITH ANY OTHER PROGRAMS), EVEN IF SUCH HOLDER OR OTHER PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

END OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS

How to Apply These Terms to Your New Programs

If you develop a new program, and you want it to be of the greatest possible use to the public, the best way to achieve this is to make it free software which everyone can redistribute and change under these terms.

To do so, attach the following notices to the program. It is safest to attach them to the start of each source file to most effectively convey the exclusion of warranty; and each file should have at least the "copyright" line and a pointer to where the full notice is found.

This program is free software; you can redistribute it and/or modify it under the terms of the GNU General Public License as published by the Free Software Foundation; either version 2 of the License, or (at your option) any later version.

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This program is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. See the GNU General Public License for more details.

You should have received a copy of the GNU General Public License along with this program; if not, write to the Free Software Foundation, Inc., 51 Franklin St, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301 USA

Also add information on how to contact you by electronic and paper mail. If the program is interactive, make it output a short notice like this when it starts in an interactive mode: Gnomovision version 69, Cop yr ight © year name of author Gnomovision comes with ABSOLUTELY NO WARRANTY; for details type 'show w'. This is free software, and you are welcome to redistribute it under certain conditions; type 'show c' for

details. The hypothetical commands ‘show w’ and ‘show c’ should show the appropriate parts of the General

Public License. Of course, the commands you use may be called something other than ‘show w’ and ‘show c’; they could even be mouse-clicks or menu items--whatever suits your program.

You should also get your employer (if you work as a programmer) or your school, if any, to sign a "copyright disclaimer" for the program, if necessary. Here is a sample; alter the names:

Yoyodyne, Inc., hereby disclaims all copyright interest in the program ‘Gnomovision’ (which makes passes at compilers) written by James Hacker.

<signature of Ty Coon>, 1 April 1989 Ty Coon, President of Vice

This General Public License does not permit incorporating your program into proprietary programs. If your program is a subroutine library, you may consider it more useful to permit linking proprietary applications with the library. If this is what you want to do, use the GNU Library General Public License instead of this License.

GNU General Public License (Version 3)

not allowed.

Preamble

The GNU General Public License is a free, copyleft license for software and other kinds of works. The licenses for most software and other practical works are designed to take away your freedom to

share and change the works. By contrast, the GNU General Public License is intended to guarantee your freedom to share and change all versions of a program--to make sure it remains free software for all its

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users. We, the Free Software Foundation, use the GNU General Public License for most of our software; it applies also to any other work released this way by its authors. You can apply it to your programs, too.

When we speak of free software, we are referring to freedom, not price. Our General Public Licenses are designed to make sure that you have the freedom to distribute copies of free software (and charge for them if you wish), that you receive source code or can get it if you want it, that you can change the software or use pieces of it in new free programs, and that you know you can do these things.

To protect your rights, we need to prevent others from denying you these rights or asking you to surrender the rights. Therefore, you have certain responsibilities if you distribute copies of the software, or if you modify it: responsibilities to respect the freedom of others.

For example, if you distribute copies of such a program, whether gratis or for a fee, you must pass on to the recipients the same freedoms that you received. You must make sure that they, too, receive or can get the source code. And you must show them these terms so they know their rights.

Developers that use the GNU GPL protect your rights with two steps: (1) assert copyright on the software, and (2) offer you this License giving you legal permission to copy, distribute and/or modify it.

For the developers' and authors' protection, the GPL clearly explains that there is no warranty for this free software. For both users' and authors' sake, the GPL requires that modified versions be marked as changed, so that their problems will not be attributed erroneously to authors of previous versions.

Some devices are designed to deny users access to install or run modified versions of the software inside them, although the manufacturer can do so. This is fundamentally incompatible with the aim of protecting users' freedom to change the software. The systematic pattern of such abuse occurs in the area of products for individuals to use, which is precisely where it is most unacceptable. Therefore, we have designed this version of the GPL to prohibit the practice for those products. If such problems arise substantially in other domains, we stand ready to extend this provision to those domains in future versions of the GPL, as needed to protect the freedom of users.

Finally, every program is threatened constantly by software patents. States should not allow patents to restrict development and use of software on general-purpose computers, but in those that do, we wish to avoid the special danger that patents applied to a free program could make it effectively proprietary. To prevent this, the GPL assures that patents cannot be used to render the program non-free.

The precise terms and conditions for copying, distribution, and modification follow.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

0. Definitions

“This License” refers to version 3 of the GNU General Public License. “Copyright” also means copyright-like laws that apply to other kinds of works, such as semiconductor

masks. “The Program” refers to any copyrightable work licensed under this License. Each licensee is addressed

as “you.” “Licensees” and “recipients” may be individuals or organizations.

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To “modify” a work means to copy from or adapt all or part of the work in a fashion requiring copyright permission, other than the making of an exact copy. The resulting work is called a “modified version” of the earlier work or a work “based on” the earlier work.

A “covered work” means either the unmodified Program or a work based on the Program. To “propagate” a work means to do anything with it that, without permission, would make you directly or

secondarily liable for infringement under applicable copyright law, except executing it on a computer or modifying a private copy. Propagation includes copying, distribution (with or without modification), making available to the public, and in some countries other activities as well.

To “convey” a work means any kind of propagation that enables other parties to make or receive copies. Mere interaction with a user through a computer network, with no transfer of a copy, is not conveying.

An interactive user interface displays “Appropriate Legal Notices” to the extent that it includes a convenient and prominently visible feature that (1) displays an appropriate copyright notice, and (2) tells the user that there is no warranty for the work (except to the extent that warranties are provided), that licensees may convey the work under this License, and how to view a copy of this License. If the interface presents a list of user commands or options, such as a menu, a prominent item in the list meets this criterion.

1. Source Code.

The “source code” for a work means the preferred form of the work for making modifications to it. “Object code” means any non-source form of a work.

A “Standard Interface” means an interface that either is an official standard defined by a recognized standards body, or, in the case of interfaces specified for a particular programming language, one that is widely used among developers working in that language.

The “System Libraries” of an executable work include anything, other than the work as a whole, that (a) is included in the normal form of packaging a Major Component, but which is not part of that Major Component, and (b) serves only to enable use of the work with that Major Component, or to implement a Standard Interface for which an implementation is available to the public in source code form. A “Major Component”, in this context, means a major essential component (kernel, window system, and so on) of the specific operating system (if any) on which the executable work runs, or a compiler used to produce the work, or an object code interpreter used to run it.

The “Corresponding Source” for a work in object code form means all the source code needed to generate, install, and (for an executable work) run the object code and to modify the work, including scripts to control those activities. However, it does not include the work's System Libraries, or generalpurpose tools or generally available free programs which are used unmodified in performing those activities but which are not part of the work. For example, Corresponding Source includes interface definition files associated with source files for the work, and the source code for shared libraries and dynamically linked subprograms that the work is specifically designed to require, such as by intimate data communication or control flow between those subprograms and other parts of the work.

The Corresponding Source need not include anything that users can regenerate automatically from other parts of the Corresponding Source.

The Corresponding Source for a work in source code form is that same work.

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2. Basic Permissions.

All rights granted under this License are granted for the term of copyright on the Program, and are irrevocable provided the stated conditions are met. This License explicitly affirms your unlimited permission to run the unmodified Program. The output from running a covered work is covered by this License only if the output, given its content, constitutes a covered work. This License acknowledges your rights of fair use or other equivalent, as provided by copyright law.

You may make, run and propagate covered works that you do not convey, without conditions so long as your license otherwise remains in force. You may convey covered works to others for the sole purpose of having them make modifications exclusively for you, or provide you with facilities for running those w orks, provided that you comply with the terms of this License in conveying all material for which you do not control copyright. Those thus making or running the covered works for you must do so exclusively on your behalf, under your direction and control, on terms that prohibit them from making any copies of your copyrighted material outside their relationship with you.

Conveying under any other circumstances is permitted solely under the conditions stated below. Sublicensing is not allowed; section 10 makes it unnecessary.

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When you convey a copy of a covered work, you ma y at your option remove any additional perm iss ions from that copy, or from any part of it. (Additional permissions may be written to require their own removal in certain cases when you modif y the work.) You ma y place add ition al per missions on material, added by you to a covered work, for which you have or can give appropriate copyright permission.

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Notwithstanding any other provision of this License, for material you add to a covered work, you may (if authorized by the copyright holders of that material) supplement the terms of this License with terms:

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Termination of your rights under this section does not terminate the licenses of parties who have received copies or rights from you under this License. If your rights have been terminated and not permanently reinstated, you do not qualify to receive new licenses for the same material under section 10.

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to sue for patent infringement). To “grant” such a patent license to a party means to make such an agreement or commitment not to enforce a patent against the party.

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Nothing in this License shall be construed as excluding or limiting any implied license or other defenses to infringement that may otherwise be available to you under applicable patent law.

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Notwithstanding any other provision of this License, you have permission to link or combine any covered work with a work licensed under version 3 of the GNU Affero General Public License into a single combined work, and to convey the resulting work. The terms of this License will continue to apply to the part which is the covered work, but the special requirements of the GNU Affero General Public License, section 13, concerning interaction through a network will apply to the combination as such.

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The Free Software Foundation may publish revised and/or new versions of the GNU General Public License from time to time. Such new versions will be similar in spirit to the present version, but may differ in detail to address new problems or concerns.

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If the disclaimer of warranty and limitation of liability provided above cannot be given local legal effect according to their terms, reviewing courts shall apply local law that most closely approximates an absolute waiver of all civil liability in connection with the Program, unless a warranty or assumption of liability accompanies a copy of the Program in return for a fee.

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How to Apply These Terms to Your New Programs

To do so, attach the following notices to the program. It is safest to attach them to the start of each source file to most effectively state the exclusion of warranty; and each file should have at least the “copyright” line and a pointer to where the full notice is found.

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General Public License as published by the Free Software Foundation, either version 3 of the License, or (at your option) any later version.

This program is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warrant y of MERCHA NTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICU LAR PURPOSE. See the GNU General Public License for more details.

You should have received a copy of the GNU General Public License along with this program. If not, see http://www.gnu.org/licenses/.

Also add information on how to contact you by electronic and paper mail. If the program does terminal interaction, make it output a short notice like this when it starts in an

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The hypothetical commands `show w' and `show c' should show the appropriate parts of the General Public License. Of course, your program's commands might be different; for a GUI interface, you would use an “about box.”

You should also get your employer (if you work as a programmer) or school, if any, to sign a “copyright disclaimer” for the program, if necessary. For more information on this, and how to apply and follow the GNU GPL, see http://www.gnu.org/licenses/.

The GNU General Public License does not permit incorporating your program into proprietary programs. If your program is a subroutine library, you may consider it more useful to permit linking proprietary applications with the library. If this is what you want to do, use the GNU Lesser General Public License instead of this License. But first, please read http://www.gnu.org/philosophy/why-not-lgpl.html.

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Version 2.1, February 1999. Copyright © 1991, 1999 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 51 Franklin Street, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copiesof this license document, but changing it is

not allowed. [This is the first released version of the Lesser GPL. It also counts as the successor of the GNU Library

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license from a patent holder. Therefore, we insist that any patent license obtained for a version of the library must be consistent with the full freedom of use specified in this license.

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Netgear AirCard 779S User Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction

Before You Begin

Operating Environment (Compatible OSs)

Package Contents

SSID and Security Key

Additional Information

Contacting Customer Service

Get Started

Parts and Function

SIM Card

Handling a SIM Card

Insert the SIM Card

Remove the SIM Card

Battery Use

Insert the Battery

Remove the Battery

Charge the Battery

Turn Your Device On and Off

Control Your Device Using the Power Button

Sleep Mode

Activation and Service

Connect with Wi Fi ( W LAN)

Connect to the Mobile Hotspot WiFi Network

Find and Select the Mobile Hotspot WiFi Network

Connect Through WPS

Guest WiFi Network

Turn the Guest WiFi Network On and Off

Guest WiFi Password

Connect with the M icro-USB Cable

Making a Tethered Connection

TRU-Install

LCD Interface

LCD Home Screen

Signal Strength Icon

Battery Icon

Alerts

LCD Information Screens

Alerts Screen

Device Info Screen

Settings

Mobile Hotspot Manager Overview

Log In to the Mobile Hotspot Manager

Mobile Hotspot Manager Home Page

Data Usage

My Account

Alerts

Status (Connection Details)

WiFi Page

Connect Tab

WiFi Options Tab

Show or Hide the Main WiFi Network Name and Password on LCD Home Screen

Change the WiFi Network Name

Set the Maximum Number of WiFi Devices

Change the WiFi Security

Turn WiFi On or Off When Tethered

Change the WiFi Channel

MAC Filter Tab

Manage the Block List (MAC Filtering)

Settings Page

General Device Settings

Change the Mobile Hotspot Manager Password

Set the Sleep (Inactivity) Timer

Set the Language

Set the LCD Timeout

Set the LCD Brightness

Software and Reset Tab

Export Settings

Import Settings

Update the Mobile Hotspot Software and Firmware

Download Software Updates

Reset Your Device

System Logs

Network Preferences

Access Point Name (APN)

SIM Security

Network Status Details

Router Basic Settings

Enable VPN Passthrough