NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES HSPA+ WiFi Router 3G39W-I USER GUIDE
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router Copyright Copyright©2011 NetComm Limited. All rights reserved. The information contained herein is proprietary to NetComm Limited. No part of this document may be translated, transcribed, reproduced, in any form, or by any means without prior written consent of NetComm Limited. Please note: This document is subject to change without notice.
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NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router Overview Introduction This manual provides information related to the installation, operation, and utilisation of the 3G39W-I. Target Users The individual reading this manual is presumed to have a basic understanding of telecommunications terminology and concepts. Prerequisites Before continuing with the installation of your 3G39W-I, please confirm that you comply with the minimum system requirements below. An activated 3G SIM card.
Product Introduction Product Overview 1. Multi-mode cellular modem for 3G/2G mobile broadband connectivity supporting HSPA/EDGE/GPRS Quad-band 3G/WCDMA network support: 850/1700(AWS)/1900/2100 MHz Quad-band 2G/GSM network support: 850/1900 MHz Downlink up to 21 Mbps Uplink up to 5.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router Physical Dimensions and Indicators LED Indicators The 3G39W-I has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the rear for better organization. The display is visible on the front of the 3G39W-I to provide you with information about network activity and the device status. See below for an explanation of each of the indicator lights. LED INDICATOR WiFi ICON DEFINITION Solid blue light when WLAN is enabled.
Physical Dimensions The following page lists the physical dimensions of the 3G39W-I. Figure 1 - 3G39W-I Dimensions 3G39W-I Length 133 mm Height 137 mm Width Weight 34 mm 250 grams Table 4 - Device Dimensions 3G39W-I Default Settings The following tables list the default settings for the 3G39W-I. LAN (MANAGEMENT) Static IP Address: 192.168.20.1 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway: 192.168.20.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router Safety and Product Care With reference to unpacking, installation, use and maintenance of your electronic device, the following basic guidelines are recommended: Do not use or install this product near water to avoid fire or shock hazard. For example, near a bathtub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, or near a swimming pool. Also, do not expose the equipment to rain or damp areas (e.g. a wet basement).
Installation and Configuration of the 3G39W-I Placement of your 3G39W-I Just like your mobile phone, the 3G39W-I’s location will affect its signal strength to the 3G Base Station (Cell Tower). The data speed achievable from the 3G39W-I is relative to this signal strength, which is affected by many environmental factors. Please keep in mind that the 3G39W-I will need adequate signal strength in order to provide Internet connectivity whilst choosing a location to place your 3G39W-I.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router Hardware installation 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Attach the supplied antenna to the port marked 3G Antenna. [This should be attached in a clockwise direction.] Insert your SIM card (until you hear a click) into the SIM slot. Connect the power adapter to the Power socket on the back of the 3G39W-I. Plug the power adapter into the wall socket and switch on the power. Wait approximately 60 seconds for the 3G39W-I to power up. Connecting via a cable 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
First Time Simple Configuration Wizard Once you have logged in to your 3G39W-I for the first time, you will be presented with the option of running the 3G39W-I “Set-up Wizard”. Clicking the “Yes, lets get started with the Wizard” button will then display the first setup step as shown in the screenshot below. This wizard can be skipped by clicking on the “No thanks, take me to the Basic Interface” button.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router Figure 4 - Startup Wizard - WiFi Settings The next page allows you to configure basic WiFi settings. Wireless (WiFi): WiFi is set to “On” by default. Changing this option to “Off” will turn off the wireless feature and you will not be able to connect to your 3G39W-I via WiFi. SSID Broadcast: Select ‘Disable’ to hide the SSID of your 3G39W-I. If disabled, other people will not be able scan and detect your 3G39W-I’s SSID.
Figure 6 - Startup Wizard - Review your settings Review your settings then click “Finish” to save configuration. Click “Back” if you want to make changes. After clicking Finish, the 3G39W-I will save your configuration and reboot itself. Please wait as this process takes about 2 minutes. You will be guided back to the management console once the process is complete.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router Management Console Basic Status Overview The basic status page provides basic system related information. It is shown after logging in to the 3G39W-I, and can also be accessed by selecting Basic Status from the menu. Figure 8 - Basic View – Status The status page shows the 3G connection status, Signal Strength (dBm) and SIM Status. Internet Figure 9 - Basic View - Internet The 3G Operation Mode can be configured on this page.
Wireless Figure 10 - Basic View - Wireless This page allows you to configure basic WiFi settings for this device such as enabling/disabling the WiFi functionality, changing the Wireless Network Name (SSID) or the Wireless Security key. OPTION DEFINITION Wireless (WiFi) ON/ OFF: Changing this option to Off will turn off the WiFi feature on the 3G39W-I and you will not be able to connect to your 3G39W-I wirelessly.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router Advanced Features The basic configuration interface is intended to provide access to all the settings that most people will want to use on their 3G39WI. There are advanced settings available if desired which are accessible by viewing the advanced settings pages. Click “Switch to Advanced View” for configuring the advanced features of your 3G39W-I.
Internet Settings WWAN This page allows you to setup your WWAN (Wireless Wide Area Network) connection. Figure 12 - Advanced View – WWAN Settings OPTION DEFINITION Profile Name A name to identify the profile and assosciated settings. Change Profile Name The new name you would like to use for the current connection profile. APN Please enter the APN name you wish to connect to in this field. Please don’t edit this unless you are aware of what effect it will have.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router Band Settings The band settings page enables you to select which frequency band you will use for your connection and enable you to scan for available network operators in your area. Figure 13 - Advanced View- Internet Settings - Band Settings You can also scan for available MBB service providers in your area by selecting “Manual” for the “Current Operator Selection Mode” and then clicking the scan button.
WAN The WAN page allows you to configure the optional WAN Ethernet port. Select the WAN connection type suitable for your environment and configure parameters according to the selected connection type. WAN - STATIC (fixed IP) If your WAN connection uses a static IP address, please select “STATIC (fixed IP)” and fill in the required information in the fields provided.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router WAN - DHCP This connection will get the IP address from the Internet service provider. Leave everything as default unless instructed by your Internet Service Provider. Figure 16 - Advanced View - WAN - DHCP Settings NAME DESCRIPTION Host Name Please input the host name of your computer. This is optional, and only required if your service provider asks you to do so.
PPPoE (ADSL) Most ADSL/ADSL2+ services use the PPP over Ethernet protocol. Use this if you are utilising a fixed line broadband service. Figure 17 - Advanced View - WAN - PPPoE Settings NAME Username/Password DESCRIPTION Type in your PPPoE account username and password. Operation Mode; There are 3 options: ‘Always on’ Keeps the Internet connection alive, does not disconnect.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router PPTP This connection type enables the 3G39W-I to connect to a VPN server via a bridged WAN device. Any device connected to the 3G39W-I can then access the VPN based resources available. Figure 18 - Advanced View - WAN - PPTP Settings NAME DESCRIPTION Server IP Type in the server IP address assigned by your Internet Service Provider. User Name/Password Type in the username and password assigned by your provider.
WAN Failover Backup The WAN Failover Backup feature of the 3G39W-I is designed to provide a backup 3G Internet connection in case your primary connection should fail. To use this feature, you will need both an Ethernet WAN connection (from an xDSL modem/ISDN/Satellite etc) and a 3G WAN connection. To set up WAN failover on your 3G39W-I, first select “Enable automatic 3G backup”, then fill in the fields that appear.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router LAN LAN functionality of the 3G39W-I can be configured from this page. Using this page, a user can change the LAN Subnet, gateway IP address, DHCP settings, Static DHCP Lease settings, and many others. Figure 20 - Advanced View - LAN Settings NAME DESCRIPTION IP Address The local IP address of 3G39W-I Netmask The subnet mask for the local network.
3G IP Forwarding Also known as transparent bridging the 3g IP Forwarding function bridges the WAN port to the LAN port. This then makes connected LAN device live on the Internet through the Remote IP address. Please note that for the 3G IP Forwarding function to work the mobile broadband connection used will require a SIM card configured with a Public IP Address. Contact your mobile broadband provider for further information. Figure 21 - Advanced View - 3G IP Forwarding Configuring 3G IP Forwarding 1.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router Advanced Routing This page allows you to configure static and dynamic routing rules for your 3G39W-I. Figure 23 - Advanced View - Advanced Routing Settings Advanced Routing – Static Static Routing allows computers that are connected to your 3G39W-I to communicate with computers on another LAN segment which are connected to it via another router. To set a rule, you need to specify the following: Destination Range – Select from Host (255.255.255.
Wireless Settings Basic This page allows you to define the basic wireless settings for the 3G39W-I. Figure 25 – Advanced View – WiFi Settings Radio On/Off: The WiFi function is turned on by default on the router. Changing this option to OFF will turn OFF the wireless functionality on the 3G39W-I and you will not be able to connect to your 3G39W-I via wireless. OPTION DEFINITION Network Mode; There are 5 modes to select from: 11b/g mixed mode: Both 802.11b and 802.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router Advanced This page allows you to modify the advanced wireless settings for your 3G39W-I. These settings should not be changed unless you are aware of what effect they will have. Figure 26 - Advanced View - Advanced WiFi Settings Please see the table on the following page for Advanced Wireless Settings details. YML39W-I www.netcomm.com.
OPTION DEFINITION BG Protection Mode A mechanism to enable the router to communicate with older legacy wireless network adapters that use 802.11b and 802.11g wireless protocols. Beacon Interval: Interval of time in which the wireless router broadcasts a beacon which is used to synchronize the wireless network. Data Beacon Rate (DTIM): Enter a value between 1 and 255 for the Delivery Traffic Indication Message (DTIM).
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router Security This page allows you to configure the wireless security for your 3G39W-I. Setting up sufficient wireless security can prevent unauthorized access to your wireless network. Figure 27 - Advanced View - WiFi Security Settings OPTION SSID Choice: Security Mode: Access Policy: DEFINITION Select the SSID (Service Set Identifier or Wireless Network Name) that you wish to configure the security settings with.
WEP WEP (Wireless Encryption Protocol) helps prevent against unwanted wireless users accessing your 3G39W-I. It offers a lower level of security in comparison to WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK. Enter the Security Key you would like to use in the WEP Key 1 field. Click Apply to save the settings. Figure 28 - Advanced View - WiFi Security Settings - WEP WPA1/WPA2 WPA (WiFi Protected Access) authentication is suitable for enterprise applications.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK A newer type of security is WPA-PSK (TKIP) and WPA2-PSK (AES). This type of security gives a more secure network compare to WEP. Use TKIP Encryption Type for WPA-PSK and AES for WPA2-PSK. After that, please enter the key in the Passphrase field. The key needs to be more than 8 characters and less than 63 characters and it can be any combination of letters and numbers.
WPS WPS is the simplest way to establish a connection between wireless clients and your 3G39W-I. This method removes the need to manually select the encryption mode and fill in the passphrase. You only need to press a button on both wireless client and the 3G39W-I, and the WPS will do the rest for you.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router Station List The Station List shows the wireless clients currently associated with your 3G39W-I. Figure 34 - Advanced View - WiFi Station List OPTION DEFINITION MAC address The wireless client’s unique 12 digit hexadecimal identifier. IP address The local network address assigned to the wireless client by the router. SSID The Service Set Identifier or wireless network name that the device is connected with.
Firewall Mac/IP/Port Filtering This page allows you to setup MAC, IP and port filtering rules to protect your network from malicious activity. The filtering rules can be used to either allow or block certain users and/or ports from accessing the Internet. Figure 35 - Advanced View - Port Filtering Settings OPTION DEFINITION Basic Settings MAC/IP/Port Filtering Select Enable to enable MAC/IP/Port Filtering. Default Policy Select whether packets that do not match any rules are accepted or dropped.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router Port Forwarding This page allows you to configure port forwarding rules to allow remote users to access services such as Web (HTTP) or FTP on your local computers. This allows you to redirect a particular port number (from the Internet/WAN port) to a particular LAN IP address. Figure 36 - Advanced View - Port Forwarding Settings OPTION DEFINITION Virtual Server Settings: Enable/Disable port forwarding.
DMZ If you have a client PC that cannot run an Internet application (e.g. Games) properly from behind the NAT firewall, then you can open up the firewall restrictions to allow unrestricted two-way Internet access by defining a DMZ Host. The DMZ function allows you to re-direct all packets going to your WAN port IP address, to a particular IP address in your LAN. The difference between the virtual server and the DMZ function is that the virtual server re-directs a particular service/Internet application (e.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router Content Filtering This page allows you to configure content, URL and host filters to restrict improper content access from LAN computers Figure 39 – Advanced View – Content Filtering Settings OPTION DEFINITION Content Filter Settings Select which connection type the content filtering applies to. Web Content Filter: Tick the boxes to enable Proxy, Java or ActiveX content filtering. Click “Apply” to save the settings.
Administration Start Wizard If you wish to re-run the initial setup wizard, you can do so by moving the mouse over Administration, and clicking on “Start Wizard”. Management This page allows you to configure administrator system settings including the administrator username and password, NTP settings, and DDNS settings. Figure 40 - Advanced View - Management Settings OPTION DEFINITION Administrator Settings (account/password): Configure a new administrator username and password.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router System Monitor Figure 41 - Advanced View - System Monitor Settings The Periodic Ping Reset Monitor configures the 3G39W-I to transmit controlled ping packets to user specified IP addresses. If the router does not receive a response to the pings the router will reboot. The purpose of this feature is to ensure recovery of the device if the internet connection disconnects and does not reconnect for some reason.
Update Firmware This page enables you to update the firmware which controls the 3G39WV-1 should an update become available. To update the 3G39WV-1 firmware, perform the following steps: 1. Download the firmware update file preferably using an Ethernet cable connection and save it to your computer. 2. Click “Browse” and navigate to where you saved the file you downloaded to your computer. 3. Select this file and click “Open”. 4. Click the “Apply” button and follow the on-screen prompts.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router Settings Manager This page allows you to import/export the system settings, reset your 3G39W-I to factory defaults, or reboot your 3G39W-I. Figure 43 - Advanced View - Settings Manager Settings OPTION DEFINITION Export Settings Select to export the current configuration of the 3G39W-I. You can also encrypt the export settings file by selecting ‘Encryption’ and then entering a password.
Statistics This page allows you to view the LAN, WAN and wireless statistics of your 3G39W-I. Figure 44 - Advanced View - System Statistics NetComm 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router User Guide 43 YML39W-I www.netcomm.com.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router System Log All important system events are logged. You can use this page to check the log of your 3G39W-I for troubleshooting and diagnostic purposes. Figure 45 - Advanced View - System Log Settings OPTION DEFINITION Remote Log Server IP Address Enter the address of a remote syslog server. The syslog contents will be forwarded to this address. Remote Log Server IP Port Enter the port the remote syslog server is running on.
TR069 The TR-069 (Technical Report 069) protocol is a technical specification also known as CPE WAN Management Protocol (CWMP). It is a framework for remote management and auto-configuration of end-user devices such as customer-premises equipment (CPE) and Auto Configuration Servers (ACS). It is particularly efficient in applying configuration updates across networks to multiple CPEs. It uses a bi-directional SOAP/HTTP-based protocol based on the application layer protocol.
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Technical Data The following table lists the hardware specifications of the 3G39W-I. MODEL CPU 3G39W-I Ralink RT3052F Modem Chipset/Module EM820U UMTS bands Quad-band HSPA+/HSUPA/HSDPA/WCDMA (850/1700(AWS)/1900/2100MHz) GSM bands Quad-band GSM/GPRS (850/1900MHz) Maximum Data Throughput / 3G Radio interface Up to 21 Mbps downlink (HSDPA Cat 8) Up to 5.
NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router FAQ 1. I cannot seem to access the web page interface. The default IP address of the unit is 192.168.20.1, so first try to open a web browser to this address. Also check that your laptop/ PC is on the same subnet as the router’s Ethernet port. 2. The router was connected but cannot get back online. You may need to enable the periodic ping timer using the System Monitor Link from the Management Console. This ensures that if the connection drops (i.
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NETCOMM LIBERTY™ SERIES – 3G39W-I - HSPA+ WiFi Router Legal & Regulatory Information 1. Intellectual Property Rights All intellectual property rights (including copyright and trade mark rights) subsisting in, relating to or arising out this Manual are owned by and vest in NetComm Limited (ACN 002490486) (NetComm) (or its licensors). This Manual does not transfer any right, title or interest in NetComm’s (or its licensors’) intellectual property rights to you.
FCC Warning This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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