Quanta Computer QD8 User Manual

BF-01D

User Manual

Introduction

Installing the BF-01D

Wireless Connection to the BF-01D

Internet Connection Settings

Use Overseas

Troubleshooting

Appendix

Thank you for purchasing the BF-01D.

This manual describes product installation and its

default settings. It also provides troubleshooting

information. Please always read this manual before

using the product.

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1 Introduction

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Main Features

This section describes the main product features.

• Supports NTT Docomo ”Xi”. (When receiving: Max. 37.5 Mbps; When sending: Max.

12.5 Mbps)

* The communication speeds are the maximum values in sending and receiving

standards. However, these do not indicate actual communication speeds. Data
transmission is provided over a best-effort network. For that reason, actual
communication speeds may vary according to the communication environ­ment and the traffic load on the network.

* When outside of the Xi area, this can also be used in a FOMA high-speed area

(when receiving: Max. 14 Mbps; when sending: Max. 5.7 Mbps).

• The Internet connection automatically switches in public wireless LAN areas, such
as Mzone, from the Xi line or FOMA line to the public wireless LAN.

• The included cradle provides a wired port connection, and recharges the product.

• Connects up to 12 wireless LAN devices, such as personal computers and game
consoles.

• Connects to wireless LAN devices with one touch using AOSS or WPS.

Operating Environment

This section describes the product operating environment.

Supported Devices

iPad, iPod touch, game console (Nintendo 3DS™, Nintendo DS®, PSP® ”PlayStation
Portable”), and devices that support wireless LAN.

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Supported OS (Personal Computers)

Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit), Vista (32 bit/64 bit), XP (32 bit),
Mac OS X (10.4/10.5/10.6/10.7)

* Supports Windows 7 Starter/Home Premium/Professional/Ultimate.
* Supports Windows Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/Ultimate.
* Windows XP must have Service Pack 3 or later installed.

Supported Browsers

Internet Explorer 7/8/9

Firefox 3.5.x/3.6.x/4/5

Nintendo DS Browser, Nintendo DSi Browser, Nintendo 3DS Internet Browser

PSP® Internet Browser
Safari 3.x/4.x/5.x (Mac OS/iPad/iPod touch)

* To change the product's settings, or to check the setting contents, use Internet

Explorer 7/8/9, or Firefox 3.5.x/3.6.x/4/5 (Windows 7/Vista/XP). Browsers provided in
game console or cell phones cannot implement all product settings.

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Main Unit Accessories

Before using this product, check that all of the accessories are included.

Mobile Wi-Fi Router (BF-01D) Unit
(Rear Cover BF02, Includes Warranty)

AC Adapter BF01 (Includes Warranty) Battery Pack BF01

Desktop Cradle BF02 (Includes
Warranty)

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USB Cable BF01

User Manual (This Manual) Mobile Device Connection Guide

Note

If separate, additional information is included, refer to that.

LAN Cable (Free Sample)

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Part Names and Functions

Front Panel

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1. WIRELESS LED

Glowing (blue) : When in Xi area
Glowing (purple) : During packet communication (with no sent or received

Glowing (light blue) : When in FOMA area
Glowing (green) : When in wireless LAN area
Glowing (red) : When outside of Xi area, FOMA line and wireless LAN area, and

Glowing (yellow) : When in power saving mode
Flashing (blue) : When communicating on Xi line
Flashing (light blue) : When communicating on FOMA line
Flashing (green) : When communicating on wireless LAN
Off : When connected to wired Internet

2. BATTERY LED

Glowing (blue) : Battery capacity is 50% or higher

Glowing (green) : Battery capacity is 50 - 25%
Glowing (red) : Battery capacity is 25 - 10%
Flashing (red) : Battery capacity is 10% or lower
Flashing (purple) : Updating the firmware
Glowing (light blue) : Recharging
Glowing (purple) : Stop recharging because of the temperature error
Off : Recharging is completed and the power is turned off

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Battery capacity is a general indicator.

data)

when not connected to wired Internet

Recharging is completed and the power is turned on

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3. AOSS/DIAG LED

Glowing (yellow) : Security key exchange succeeds (AOSS/

WPS succeeds)/Wireless LAN security setting
completed

Flashing Two Times (blue) : This product can exchange security keys.

(LAN Side: AOSS/WPS Idling)
(Internet Side: AOSS Idling)

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Continuous Flashing (blue) : Failed to exchange security keys (AOSS/WPS failed)
Flashing (red) : The number of flashes indicates the status of the

product.

Off : Wireless LAN security is not set.

Flashing (red)

status

Continuous
Flashing

Flashing Three
Times

Flashing Four
Times

Flashing Five
Times

Flashing Six
Times

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Content Status

• Booting up system

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• Saving settings

• Initializing

• Accessing internal storage region

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Wired LAN Error Wired LAN controller is

malfunctioning.

Wireless LAN error Wireless LAN controller is

malfunctioning.

IP Address Setting Error Communication is not possible

because the network addresses are
the same on the Internet side and
the LAN side. Change the product's
LAN-side IP address setting.

Temperature Error The internal product temperature

is high. Turn the power to the
product off and allow it to cool for
a while before using it.

*1 Devices idling with AOSS switch to flashing two times (yellow) when

detected by the Internet side of the product.

*2 Do not turn off the power when the device is continuously flashing. Doing

so can damage it.

*3 When the AC adapter is disconnected from the device, turn off the power

to it, and remove the battery pack. Return the battery pack to its original
position after waiting for a while.

Side

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connector cover

4. Power Button

When the power is off, hold down the power button for approximately three
seconds to turn the power on. When operating this device, hold down the
power button for approximately three seconds to turn the power off.

5. AOSS Button

When the power is on, hold down the button (for approximately three
seconds) until the AOSS/DIAG LED flashes in blue to enter a status (AOSS
operating status) where security keys can be exchanged.

6. Strap Hole

Attaches commercially available straps.

7. Cradle Connector

Connects the included cradle.

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8. mini USB Connector

Connects the included AC adapter or a USB cable.

Back Side

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9. Default Value Label

Lists this unit’s SSID (default value) and encryption key (default value) and the
like.

10. Battery Box

Holds the included battery pack.

11. UIM Card Slot

For inserting a Docomo UIM card.

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This device does not support the use of FOMA cards. If you have a FOMA

card, please replace it from your Docomo vendor.

12. RESET Switch

When the power to this device is on, hold down the RESET button (for
approximately three seconds) until the AOSS/DIAG LED flashes in red to
initialize the settings.

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