NetComm 4GM3W User Manual

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NetComm Wireless 4GM3W User Guide
www.netcommwireless.com
Download Status ................................................................................................................................................................................. 57
Web HDD ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 57
Toolbox ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 58
System Info ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 58
Routing Table ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 58
Restore Settings .................................................................................................................................................................................. 58
Firmware Upgrade ............................................................................................................................................................................... 59
Backup Settings .................................................................................................................................................................................. 59
Reset to Default ................................................................................................................................................................................... 59
Reboot ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 59
Startup Wizard .................................................................................................................................................................................... 59
Miscellaneous ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 59
Logout ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 59
Additional Product Information ................................................................................................................................................... 60
Establishing a wireless connection ............................................................................................................................................................... 60
Windows XP (Service Pack 3)............................................................................................................................................................... 60
Windows Vista ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 60
Windows 7 .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 60
Mac OSX 10.6 ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 60
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................................................................................... 61
Using the indicator lights (LEDs) to Diagnose Problems ......................................................................................................................... 61
Technical Data ............................................................................................................................................................................. 62
Electrical Specifications................................................................................................................................................................................ 62
Environmental Specifications / Tolerances .................................................................................................................................................... 62
Legal & Regulatory Information ................................................................................................................................................... 63
Intellectual Property Rights ........................................................................................................................................................................... 63
Customer Information .................................................................................................................................................................................. 63
Consumer Protection Laws .......................................................................................................................................................................... 63
Product Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 64
Limitation of Liability ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 64
Contact ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 65

NetComm 4GM3W Specifications

Operating Environment

operating temperature	0-40°C
operating humidity	10%-90% non-condensing
storage temperature	-10-70°C
storage humidity	0%-95% non-condensing

Power

dc input voltage	5V/2A

Ports & Interfaces

usb 2.0 port	1 x USB 2.0 port
switchable wan/lan port	1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps
wps button	1 x WPS button
reset button	1 x Reset button
3g-wan switch	1 x 3G-WAN switch

Wireless

dual band wi-fi	2.4GHz/5GHz
2.4ghz band	IEEE 802.11n
5ghz band	IEEE 802.11ac
concurrent wi-fi	2.4GHz & 5GHz

Weight and Dimensions

dimension	98mm (L) x 68mm (W) x 20.5mm (H)

Summary

NetComm 4GM3W Router Overview

Introduction and Prerequisites

Provides an overview of the 4GM3W router and lists the minimum system requirements for installation.

Router Interfaces

Bottom and Rear Panel Interfaces

Installation and Configuration

Hardware Installation Steps

Instructions for connecting the router via Ethernet or wirelessly.

Web Based Configuration Interface

First-time Setup Wizard Guide

Step-by-step instructions for the initial router setup wizard.

Basic View Configuration

Wireless Network Settings

Configuring 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi

Settings for enabling, naming, and securing 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi networks.

Mobile Broadband Connection

Configuring Mobile Broadband WAN

Settings for country, service provider, and APN for mobile broadband.

Network Setup Options

Mobile Broadband and WiFi Hotspot WAN Types

DHCP Server Configuration

Wireless Security Setup

Configuring 2.4GHz Wireless Security

Setting up security parameters for the 2.4GHz WiFi network.

Configuring 5GHz Wireless Security

Setting up security parameters for the 5GHz WiFi network.

System Security Management

Changing Administration Password

Forwarding Rules and Port Triggering

Managing network traffic flow via port forwarding and triggering.

Packet Filters and Domain Filtering

Controlling network traffic and blocking specific domains.

URL Blocking and MAC Control

Advanced Network Settings

Quality of Service (QoS) Configuration

Prioritizing network traffic for better application performance.

NAS and Storage Features

Toolbox and Maintenance

Firmware Upgrade, Backup, Reset, and Reboot

Performing essential router maintenance and recovery tasks.

Troubleshooting and Product Information

Establishing Wireless Connections

Diagnosing and Resolving Problems