NetComm Wireless NF8AC User Guide
Troubleshooting
Using the indicator lights (LEDs) to Diagnose Problems
The LEDs are useful aides for finding possible problem causes.
Power LED
The Power LED does not light up.
Make sure that the NF8AC power adaptor is connected to the device and plugged in to an appropriate
power source. Use only the supplied power adaptor.
Check that the NF8AC and the power source are both turned on and device is receiving sufficient power.
Turn the NF8AC off and on.
If the error persists, you may have a hardware problem. In this case, you should contact technical support.
Web Configuration
I cannot access the web configuration pages. CORRECTIVE ACTION
Make sure you are using the correct IP address of the NF8AC. You can check the IP address of the device
from the Network Setup configuration page.
Check that you have enabled remote administration access. If you have configured an inbound packet filter,
ensure your computer’s IP address matches it.
Your computer’s and the NF8AC’s IP addresses must be on the same subnet for LAN access. You can
check the subnet in use by the router on the Network Setup page.
If you have changed the devices IP address, then enter the new one as the URL you enter into the address
bar of your web browser.
If you are still not able to access the web configuration pages, reset the router to the factory default settings
by pressing the reset button for 3 seconds and then releasing it. When the Power LED begins to blink, the
defaults have been restored and the NF8AC restarts. Navigate to 192.168.20.1 in your web browser and
enter “admin” (without the quotes) as the username and password.
The web configuration does not display properly.
Delete the temporary web files and log in again. In Internet Explorer, click Tools, Internet Options and
then click the Delete Files ... button. When a Delete Files window displays, select Delete all offline
content and click OK. (Steps may vary depending on the version of your Internet browser.)
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Login Username and Password
I forgot my login username and/or password.
Press the Reset button for 3 seconds, and then release it. When the Power LED begins to blink, the defaults
have been restored and the NF8AC restarts.
You can now login with the factory default username and password “admin” (without the quotes)
It is highly recommended to change the default username and password. Make sure you store the username
and password in a safe place.
S CORRECTIVE ACT
WLAN Interface
I cannot access the NF8AC from the WLAN or ping any computer on the WLAN.
Check the Wi-Fi LED on the front of the unit and verify the WLAN is enabled as per the LED Indicator section.
If you are using a static IP address for the WLAN connection, make sure that the IP address and the subnet
mask of the NF8AC and your computer(s) are on the same subnet. You can check the routers configuration
from the Network Setup page.