Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Vodafone MiFi 2352
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Table of Contents Welcome ............................................................................................................................... 4 1. Getting Started .................................................................................................................5 1.1 Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Overview...........................................................6 1.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Status (Internet Menu) .................................................................................................. 49 Profiles (Internet Menu) ................................................................................................ 52 SIM PIN Management (Internet Menu) ......................................................................... 54 Diagnostics (Internet Menu)............................................................
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Welcome This Advanced Configuration Guide outlines the steps necessary to install and configure your Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot and how to use the browser interface.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 1. Getting Started - Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Overview - Install SIM Card and Battery - LED States - Initial Connection and Setup - Overview - WLAN Mode and Security Setup - USB Mode Setup Getting Started Vodafone MiFi 2352 Version 1.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 1.1 Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Overview The Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot (model Vodafone MiFi 2352) allows you more freedom than ever before. No wires, no cables, just access to your data when you need it. Plus the hotspot can simultaneously support up to five WLAN enabled devices, depending on your setup.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 1.2 Power sources for the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Your device will work from its battery or when plugged into a power source. Battery — The battery will last for up to four hours. Charge the battery by plugging in the AC adapter or optional car charger with the device switched off (i.e. the WLAN LED is not illuminated). While the battery is charging the Power/Connection LED will flash amber.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 1.3 Install SIM Card and Battery Before connecting the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot to your computer for the first time you must insert the SIM card supplied by your service provider and insert and charge the battery. IMPORTANT: The battery must be fully charged before using the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot the first time. After the initial use and set up, you may use the device with battery, wall, vehicle, or USB power.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot WARNING ! Use only batteries and chargers with your device that have been approved by Vodafone or by Novatel Wireless. The failure to use approved batteries and chargers may increase the risk that your device will overheat, catch fire, or explode, resulting in serious bodily injury or property damage. It normally takes at least 4 hours to fully charge the battery.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 1.5 LED States The Power Button LED and the WLAN LED provide valuable status information about the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot. Power/Connection LED No Light □ No Power — Device is powered off RED ■ Error Flashing: Low battery Solid: Device error. A PIN may be needed for your SIM.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 1.6 Initial Connection and Setup — Overview The Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot comes pre-configured with the Access Point Number (APN) and other Vodafone network settings to allow you to use this device on the Vodafone network without complex configuration or set-up. You have two connection options when using the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 1.7 WLAN Mode Setup For advanced configuration of the device for WLAN mode, you need to do both of the following tasks: Set Up a WLAN Connection Set Up Wireless Security Set Up a WLAN Connection Setting up the WLAN connection requires two steps: Connect to the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Update the configuration of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot with your own personal passwords or updated security settings.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot The Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot comes pre-configured with the information required to connect to the Vodafone mobile network. It will not normally require any additional configuration to the basic settings unless you are using the device behind a corporate firewall, and this may require the appropriate proxy server settings to be modified (see following sections for how to do this).
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Set Up Wireless Security Using security with your wireless network is very important. We recommend that you set up security immediately by following these procedures: Change the Administrative Password Establish a Secure Profile Change the Administrative Password ➊ Enter http://VodafoneMobileBroadband.Hotspot or http://192.168.1.1 into the address window of your web browser, and press the Enter or Return key.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ➋ Enter the default password “admin” into the Login window in the upper right corner of the screen and click Login. ➌ From the menu bar, select System > Password. Vodafone MiFi 2352 Version 1.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ➍ Type “admin” into the Current Password field. ➎ Select a new administrative password and enter it into both New Password fields. ➏ Click Apply. This will be the new administrative password that you use when you login to the browser interface. Note: Be sure to record the new password. You will have to reset the device using the Master Reset button if you lose the administrative password.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ➋ Enter your new administrative password into the Login window in the upper right corner of the screen and click Login. Vodafone MiFi 2352 Version 1.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ➌ From the menu bar, select WLAN > Profiles. The default profile in the Profile drop- down menu will be Secure. Click the Edit WLAN Profile button. ➍ Choose the security you want from the drop-down menu. ➎ Enter the Network Key you want to use in the box. ➏ Click Apply. ➐ Click Apply again to begin using the Secure profile. IMPORTANT: Your wireless connection will be disabled at this point.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 1.8 USB Mode Setup To use the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot in USB mode, you must install the software and drivers that are contained in the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot device. This software will install automatically when you connect your device to a computer using a USB cable – just follow the on-screen instructions.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot does not start, right click on the VMC Lite 9.x.x.x drive in ‘My Computer’ (Start Menu, Computer for Vista machines), select Explore and double-click the file called setup_vmc_lite.exe. Follow the onscreen instructions. The latest version of the Vodafone Mobile Connect software is available to be downloaded from www.support.vodafone.com , and additional support and Frequently Asked Questions are also available on the web site. ➍ Click Connect.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Mac Installation and Connection You can switch your Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot to Modem mode and connect it to your Mac with the microUSB cable, to use the device as a modem. This is a single-user mode, and cannot be used to connect to an AirPort (WLAN) network. ➊ Attach the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot to a USB 2.0 port on your Mac with the supplied microUSB cable.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 2. Using the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot and File Sharing - Using the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Wirelessly - Setting up a Temporary Wireless Hotspot - Using microSDHC Cards with the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot - File Sharing - Using the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot as a USB Modem Using File Sharing Vodafone MiFi 2352 Version 1.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot This chapter covers using the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot wirelessly (including use as a temporary hotspot), using the File Sharing capabilities allowed by the microSDHC card capabilities, and using the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot as a USB modem. 2.1 Connect in WLAN Mode WLAN mode is where you use your Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot as a wireless hotspot or access point.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 2.2 Setting Up a Temporary Hotspot The Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot allows you to set up a temporary network name and network key so you can allow people to connect to it without having to share your permanent device security information. Up to 5 devices can be connected at any one time. To set up a temporary hotspot: ➊ Login to the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot. ➋ Choose WLAN > Profiles from the menu bar.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ➍ Click the Generate new values link. The Network Name and Network Key will change to a new temporary network name (SSID) and network key. Note: the temporary hotspot network name and network key .In the example shown above, they are “VodafoneMobileHotspot_31BA” and “AF3DFBZV4RNN8”. You can click the Generate new values link again to have a different network name and network key generated.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 2.3 Using microSDHC Cards and File Sharing The Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot comes with a microSDHC card slot that allows you to carry files with you without needing an additional flash drive. You can use microSDHC cards with up to 16GB capacity, and can upload files to the card and also download, open, share and delete them. Insert the microSDHC card Insert the microSDHC card into the slot of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ➋ Select MicroSD Files from the menu bar. The directory list will open in a separate window. From here you can add or delete files, and see how much space is available on the card. Vodafone MiFi 2352 Version 1.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Share your files with other users If you establish file sharing on your Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot, others connected to your WLAN can access the files on your microSDHC card. You can determine whether they can both read and write to the card or just read the files on the card. To establish file sharing: ➊ Login to the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot. ➋ Choose System > File Sharing from the menu bar.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 2.4 Connect in USB Modem Mode In USB Modem mode, you connect your Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot to your computer with the USB cable. The USB cable will power the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot while it is plugged in. This is a single user mode, and you cannot use WLAN connections. Windows: ➊ Make sure the Vodafone Mobile Connect software is running.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Mac: ➊ Click the Vodafone Mobile Broadband application icon in your Mac OS X Dock. The software will start and: Identify your device Create the correct mobile connection settings Select a mobile network. ➋ Once the software is ready to connect, the Connect button will be enabled. ➌ Click Connect. When a mobile connection is open, the mobile network symbol will be animated.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot • Local Area Network speed, as reported by Mac OS X – 3 bars: 1000 Megabit per second – 2 bars: 100 Megabit per second – 1 bar: 10 Megabit per second • Status symbol – Green: Connection open – Clear: Connection closed. AirPort Connection Module - Top Line • AirPort network name (SSID) • Signal strength – 5 bars: excellent – No bars: no signal • Status symbol – Green: Connection open – Clear: Connection closed.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 3. Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot’s Browser Interface - Interface Basics - WLAN Settings - Internet Settings - Router Settings - System Settings including File Sharing Vodafone MiFi 2352 Version 1.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Your Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot comes with a browser interface that allows you to configure the device. Using your Web browser, you can directly access the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot. The browser interface gives you access to the many advanced features of the device.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 3.1 Interface Basics Open the Browser Interface ➊ Enter http://VodafoneMobileBroadband.Hotspot or http://192.168.1.1 into the address window of your web browser, and press the Enter or Return key. ➋ Enter your administrative password into the Login window in the upper right corner of the screen and click Login. The Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Settings page will open. Vodafone MiFi 2352 Version 1.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ➌ Select the menu item for the task you want to do. The Menu Bar Across the top of all the screens in the browser interface is a menu bar. In addition to the menu items, the bar provides status information about the Internet connection (network signal strength, the network you are connected to, the type of connection, whether you are currently connected), and the battery level of the device (the 4 bars below shows a fully charged battery).
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Settings Page The Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Settings page is divided into two sections.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 3.2 WLAN Settings The WLAN menu allows you to work with profiles, set up a temporary hotspot, set MAC Address Filters, view the WLAN log, and view status information for the WLAN network. Opening the WLAN menu ➊ Open the browser interface. ➋ Click WLAN on the menu bar at the top of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot settings page.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Status (WLAN Menu) The WLAN Status screen provides you with information about your wireless network. Opening the screen ➊ Open the browser interface. ➋ Click WLAN > Status on the menu bar at the top of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Settings page. The WLAN Status Screen Sections The WLAN Status screen is divided into three sections.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot The WLAN Clients section of the Status page shows the clients that are currently connected to the device. This is another way you can learn the MAC address of a particular device. WLAN Log ➤ Click the WLAN Log button to open a window showing a log of WLAN events. Note: The WLAN Log must be enabled on the WLAN Settings screen. Tip! Vodafone MiFi 2352 Version 1.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Profiles (WLAN Menu) The WLAN Profile screen allows you to configure your Secure Profile or set up a Temporary Hotspot. Opening the screen ➊ Open the browser interface. ➋ Click WLAN > Profiles on the menu bar at the top of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Settings page. The Profiles Screen The WLAN Profile screen provides the following information: Profile — The profile currently being used.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot o 802.11b Channel — The radio channel that the device is using. This should be usually set to Auto and left unchanged. Available channels are Auto and 1 to 11. Security — The type of security the profile is using. This applies to the Secure and the Temporary Hotspot profiles. Authentication — Will be Open for all profiles. Network Key — Passcode or password used to access the network. The required format varies by type of security.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot You can use WEP (64- or 128-bit), WPA, or WPA2 security. Note: Some WLAN clients become confused if the security is changed and the network name is not. If you change security settings and do not get asked for the new network key when you try to reconnect, delete the existing “old” network name from your “Preferred Networks” list. Then you can reconnect. Tip! IMPORTANT: Remember your new network key. ➊ Open the screen.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 3.3 Setting Up a Temporary Hotspot The Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot allows you to set up a temporary network name and network key so you can allow people to connect to it without having to share your permanent security information. Up to 5 devices can be connected at any one time. To set up a temporary hotspot: ➊ Login to the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot. ➋ Choose WLAN > Profiles from the menu bar.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ➍ Click the Generate new values link. The Network Name and Network Key will change to a new temporary network name (SSID) and network key. Note: the temporary hotspot network name and network key .In the example shown above, they are “VodafoneMobileHotspot_31BA” and “AF3DFBZV4RNN8”. You can click the Generate new values link again to create a different network name and key. ➎ Click Apply, then click the Return to Profiles List link.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot MAC Address Filtering (WLAN Menu) The MAC Address Filter allows you to restrict access to your device by MAC address. The MAC address is specific to a particular piece of hardware such as a network adapter. By using the MAC Address Filtering you only allow certain devices access to your Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot device. Opening the screen ➊ Open the browser interface.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot The MAC Address is also known as a hardware or physical address for a device, usually a network adapter. It consists of 6 pairs of numbers and letters; for example: 00-21-9B-1C-64-34. If the device is currently connected to the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot device, you can find its MAC address on the WLAN Clients section of the WLAN Status screen.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Settings (WLAN Menu) The Settings screen allows you to configure your device or turn on the WLAN log for diagnostics purposes. Opening the screen ➊ Click WLAN > Settings on the menu bar at the top of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Settings page.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 3.4 Internet Settings The Internet menu provides status information for your connection to the Internet, allows you to configure your Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot, and view information about your Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Internet Menu ➤ Select one of the following: Status — to view information about your Internet connection and to view traffic counters. Internet Profiles — to configure your device for your service provider. SIM PIN Management – Enter SIM PIN number if required by your local network.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot The Internet Status Screen Sections The Internet Status screen is divided into three sections. Internet Connection The Internet Connection section of the Internet Status screen gives you the following status information: The number of bytes received and transmitted The duration of the current connection Status of the connection Vodafone MiFi 2352 Version 1.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Network connected to Technology of connection Whether or not you are roaming ➤ Click the Disconnect (or Connect) button to disconnect or connect to the Internet. TCP/IP The TCP/IP allows you to view the local IP address, Mask, Gateway, and DNS server for the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Profiles (Internet Menu) The Internet Profiles screen allows you to configure your device to work with different networks. By default the settings are for the Vodafone network. Opening the screen ➊ Open the browser interface. ➋ Click Internet > Profiles on the menu bar at the top of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot settings page.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ➋ If you want to create a new profile, simply change the name on this screen. ➌ Enter the information for the network. Your provider may or may not require all of these fields. APN (Access Point Name) Username Password Authentication Type Connection Type ➍ Leave Static DNS unchecked, unless your service provider has given you primary and secondary DNS address. ➏ Click Apply. ➐ Click Return to Profile List. ➑ Click Apply.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot SIM PIN Management (Internet Menu) Opening the screen ➊ Open the browser interface. ➋ Click Internet > Status on the menu bar at the top of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot settings page. If you need to unlock the SIM you must enter your PIN. You can also set a new SIM PIN if necessary. Vodafone MiFi 2352 Version 1.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Diagnostics (Internet Menu) The Internet Diagnostics screen provides status information about your Internet connection and the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot device. Opening the screen ➊ Open the browser interface. ➋ Click Internet > Internet Diagnostics on the menu bar at the top of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot settings page. The Internet Diagnostics Screen Sections The Internet Diagnostics screen is divided into two sections.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot IMEI — the device unique identifier Internet Diagnostics The Internet Diagnostics section gives you information about the status of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot and connection events and times with the network. The Internet Event Log lists connection events and times with the network. ➤ Click Modem Status to check the Internet connection. ➤ Click Event Log to view the Internet Event log. Vodafone MiFi 2352 Version 1.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Settings (Internet Menu) The Internet settings screen allows you to set the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot device to auto-connect and to enable the Internet Event log. Opening the screen ➊ Open the browser interface. ➋ Click Internet > Internet Settings on the menu bar at the top of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot settings page.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 3.5 Router Menu The Router Menu gives you access to options that allow you to configure traffic through your Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot device. Opening the menu ➊ Open the browser interface. ➋ Click Router on the menu bar at the top of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot settings page. ➤ Select one of the following: Port Filtering — to create a list of applications that are allowed to access the Internet.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot The Port Filtering screen The Port Filtering screen allows you to enable Port Filtering, select common applications to allow access to the Internet, and set up custom applications for access to the Internet. Port Filtering for Standard Applications ➊ Open the screen. ➋ Click the Enable Port Filtering checkbox. ➌ Click the check boxes for the applications you want to allow access to the Internet. ➍ Click Apply.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot NOTE: Port Filtering for Custom Applications In order to set up port filtering for a custom application, you will need to know the port numbers (up to five ports or port ranges) and the protocol (TCP, UDP, or both) used by outgoing traffic. ➊ Open the screen. ➋ Click the Enable Port Filtering checkbox. ➌ Click Custom Applications. ➍ Enter a name for the application and click the Ports link. ➎ Enter the port or port range.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Port Forwarding (Router Menu) Incoming traffic from the Internet is normally prevented by the firewall from reaching devices on your local wireless network. Use port forwarding to allow Internet users to reach any server you are running on your computer, such as an FTP server. Also some online games require incoming access to work properly.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ➊ Click the checkbox for the application you want to enable. ➋ Enter the local static IP address of the device hosting the application in the IP Address on WLAN field. ➌ Click Apply when you are done. IMPORTANT: Port forwarding creates a security risk and should be disabled when not required.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot DHCP Address Range used by the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot DHCP server Settings (Router Menu) The Router Settings screen allows you to enable DHCP and allow VPN passthrough. Opening the screen ➊ Open the browser interface. ➋ Click Router > Router Settings on the menu bar at the top of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot settings page.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 3.6 System Menu The System Menu gives you access to many settings that affect your entire system. Opening the menu ➊ Open the browser interface. ➋ Click System on the menu bar at the top of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot settings page. ➤ Select one of the following: Status — to view information about your device and a system log Backup — to back up or restore a file containing your device settings.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot System Status Page This page contains four sections. System Information The System Information section provides information about the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot. This information includes the following: Manufacturer – Novatel Wireless Model Number Serial Number Firmware (embedded software) version numbers for the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot components Access Point Vodafone MiFi 2352 Version 1.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Router Modem System Log If required for troubleshooting, you can enable the System Log on the System Settings page. ➤ Click View System Log to see the log information in the System Log display area. Restart You can restart your WLAN from this page. ➤ Click Restart to reset your WLAN (as if you turned the power off then on again). IMPORTANT: Your Internet and WLAN connections will be lost and you will have to reconnect.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Backup (System Menu) The Backup screen allows you to make a backup copy or restore a backup copy of your configuration settings. Opening the screen ➊ Open the browser interface. ➋ Click System > Backup on the menu bar at the top of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot settings page.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ➊ Click the Browse button and locate the file on your hard drive. ➋ Click Restore to restore the settings. IMPORTANT: When you upload a configuration file, you change all the settings to match the file. If your WLAN settings change, you will lose the connection and will need to reconnect using the new settings.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ➍ Click Apply. Power Management (System Menu) The Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot can switch to a low power mode when it is idle. The Power Management screen allows you to set the timing for when the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot switches to low power mode. You can set separate timings for AC power and battery power. When the device is on battery power, you can also set it to shut down after a period of time.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ➍ Click Apply. Password (System Menu) The Password screen allows you to change the administrative password that gives access to the browser interface. Opening the screen ➊ Open the browser interface. ➋ Click System > Password on the menu bar at the top of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot settings page. Create a New Administrative Password ➊ Type your current password in the Current Password box.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ➊ Open the browser interface. ➋ Click System > Settings on the menu bar at the top of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot settings page. The System Settings Screen The System Settings screen allows you to set the language, date and time format, and enable the System Log. ➊ Select the Language you want to use from the drop-down menu. ➋ Select the Date/Time format you want to use from the drop-down menu.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 4. Troubleshooting - Overview - Common Problems and Solutions - Using the Master Reset Button Vodafone MiFi 2352 Version 1.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 4.1 Overview The following tips will help solve many common problems encountered while using the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot. Make sure you are using the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot in the correct geographic region. Ensure that the Vodafone network coverage extends to your current location.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 4.2 Common Problems and Solutions All of the steps mentioned here are given in more detailed form elsewhere in the user guide. No service is available. - OR - I get a “Limited or No Connectivity” message. ➤ You are outside of the coverage area of the Vodafone network. ➤ Re-orient the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Mac: Pull down list from AirPort icon. ➍ Select the VodafoneMobileHotspot_xxxx network name (in Windows, click Connect). When the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot is connected to the network, the WLAN LED begins to blink. My network does not appear in the wireless network list. ➤ Verify that the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot LEDs are on and are not showing an error condition.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot I get a message that Vodafone Mobile Connect software cannot be installed when I try to use my Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot in USB mode. ➤ You might not have administrative privileges. Contact your system administrator or log on to your computer as an administrator and try plugging it in again. Can I use the microSDHC card when the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot is connected in WLAN mode? ➤ Yes.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ➤ Open the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Home page http://VodafoneMobileBroadband.Hotspot.The network information is displayed in the menu bar. How can I check the battery level of the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot? ➤ Open the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot Home page http://VodafoneMobileBroadband.Hotspot. The battery status icon is displayed in the menu bar. For more detailed information, login and choose Internet > Status.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 4.3 Using the Master Reset Button The Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot comes with a master reset button that allows you to return it to its factory default state. The master reset button is recessed in a hole on the back of the device. You will need a paperclip or similar object to push the button. ➊ Make sure the Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot is powered on. ➋ Locate the master reset button on the back of the device next to the label.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot 5. Glossary Vodafone MiFi 2352 Version 1.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ● 802.11 (b, g, n) — A set of WLAN communication standards in the 2.4, 3.6 and 5 GHz frequency bands. ● Access Point — A device that allows wireless communication devices to connect to a wireless network using a standard such as WLAN. ● DHCP — Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. A network application protocol used to obtain configuration information for an Internet Protocol network.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ● IP address — Internet Protocol address. The address of a device attached to an IP network (TCP/IP network). ● LAN — Local Area Network. A type of network that lets a group of computers, all in close proximity (such as inside an office building), communicate with one another. ● MAC Address — A number that uniquely identifies a given network adapter on a LAN. MAC addresses are 12-digit hexadecimal numbers. ● MSID — Mobile Station ID.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ● PRL — Preferred Roaming List. A list that your wireless phone or device uses to determine which networks to connect with when you are roaming. ● RFB — Remote Frame Buffer. A protocol for remote access to graphical user interfaces. ● Router — A device that connects two networks. ● RTP — Real-time Transport Protocol. A packet format for streaming multimedia over the Internet. ● SMTP — Simple Mail Transfer Protocol.
Advanced Configuration Guide Vodafone Mobile Broadband Hotspot ● WAN — Wide Area Network. A public network that extends beyond architectural, geographical, or political boundaries (unlike a LAN, which is usually a private network located within a room, building, or other limited area). ● WEP — Wired Equivalent Privacy. An IEEE standard security protocol for 802.11 networks. Superseded by WPA and WPA2. ● WLAN — Wireless Fidelity. Any system that uses the 802.
