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3.4.2 Changing the Wireless Settings

In the Wireless menu, change the Wireless Network Name (SSID) from the default ‘NetComm MyZone’ to something more personal. Similarly you should

personalise the wireless security key (WPA Pre Shared Key). The default security key which is ‘password.’

You can increase or decrease the network authentication level. However, WPA-PSK is fairly secure and compatible with most wireless devices. Please note

that reducing the Network Authentication to WEP maybe increase security threat, while increasing it to WPA2, though more secure, might raise compatibility

issues with some older Wireless devices.

Once you’ve completed all the settings, click on ‘Save’ to store the settings

on to the device.

3.4.3 Service Provider/ 3G Carrier Settings

Under the ‘3G/HSPA’ menu you can configure your carrier/ service provider details.

Every carrier network is recognised by an APN (Access Point Name). The MyZone firmware has most carrier details stored on it. So once you’ve inserted the

SIM you should see the 3G Internet Connection LED turn ON after 1-5 minutes.

However, your SIM connects to a special network or it can’t detect the carrier through the built-in Auto APN function, please select the APN name manually.

Note:

You will need the Access Point Name (APN) from your service provider plus any username, password, or other information they may have given you.

If your SIM has a PIN number please enter the PIN number. Click the remember PIN option if you want to avoid entering the PIN number each time you want

to use the device. Once you’ve completed all the settings, click on ‘Save’ to store the settings

on to the device.

Advanced Settings

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Advanced Settings

To go to the Advanced Settings make sure you have logged in to the MyZone Configuration Manager (refer to the MyZone Configuration Manager section

previous). Once you have logged in to the MyZone Configuration Manager, click on the ‘Switch to Advanced View’ tab at the bottom left of the window as

shown below to take you to the Advanced Menu.

4.1. Status Menu

You are now in the Advanced Menu and may begin configure the advanced features of your MyZone.

There are 4 main categories on the status page of the advanced menu –

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System Information: This section shows you the system up time, router version and phone module version.

Under ‘Router Version’ you will

see‘Hardware’ and a ‘Software’ section.

For all future software updates please make sure you check the software version before you perform an

upgrade.

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WWAN (3G): This section shows you the details of your 3G connection. It shows your status, APN (Access Provider Network) and your IP address.

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Connection Status: This section shows you more details on your connection such as your provider, IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity),

signal strength and your SIM status.

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Battery Status: This section shows your battery status. It tells you what percentage of your battery life remains and whether it is currently charging

or not.

Note:

If you would like to return to the basic interface of the MyZone Manager at any point, please click on the ‘Home’ tab at the top left of the Advanced Menu page.

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4.2. WWAN (3G) Configuring MyZone

Under the WWAN (3G) menu you have 3 sub-sections – Connection, Band/Provider, SIM Security.

In the Connection sub-section (the screen above) you can manually enter your provider, or choose one of the preset provider networks under ‘Choose an APN here’

tab. If you have any provider specific settings please enter that information in this page.

It is recommended that you enable the Auto Connect function.

Note:

You will need the Access Point Name (APN) from your service provider plus any username, password, or other information they may have given you. If you do not have

this information, contact your service provider before attempting to est up the MyZone.

4.2.1. Connection

This page allows you to setup your WWAN (Wireless Wide Area Network) connection. Your MyZone is designed to automatically connect to most 3G

providers within Australia. So once you’ve inserted your SIM card and turned the power on, your MyZone should be connected to the 3G network within

1-5 minutes. Ounce connected the 3G LED on the MyZone will be blinking green.

If you can’t connect to your 3G network, follow the following steps to set up your 3G network manually:

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Profile Name: Before you begin configuring a manual profile you must delete, the ‘AutoConfig’ profile. Simply click on the ‘Delete’ button near the

Save button on your screen. Create a new profile name for your 3G network. Click on the Drop down menu options under AutoConfig and select the

‘Add’ option. Under the second ‘Profile Name’ option, enter a profile name for your 3G network.

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APN Name: Enter the APN name for your 3G network as provided by service provider.

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Username: Enter your 3G username, as provided by service provider.

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Password: Enter your 3G password.

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Auto Connect:

Enable this option if you want your MyZone to automatically connect to your service provider when it is turned ON.

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Authentication type: Enter your 3G authentication type used by your 3G service provider.

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Reconnect delay: Enter the number of seconds you want to wait before the MyZone reconnects to the 3G network, after every connection drop.

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Reconnect Retries: Enter the number of times you want your MyZone to attempt a reconnect to the 3G network. ‘0’ means unlimited reconnect

retries.

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Metric: Enter a metric value for your 3G route.

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NAT Masquerading: Enable or disable NAT Masquerading on your MyZone.

Once you’ve completed your WWAN (3G) connection settings, click the ‘Save’ button to store your settings.

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4.2.2. Band/Provider

In this section, you can view and select the different networks and frequency bands that your provider offers. It is highly recommended that you leave the ‘All

Band (Autoband)’ option selected.

4.2.3. SIM Security

If your SIM has a PIN number associated with it, you must complete this section.

4.

SIM Status:

This field shows you your SIM Status.

5.

Number of Retries Remaining: This field shows you the number of retries remaining if you enter the PIN code of your SIM card incorrectly.

6.

PIN: Enter the PIN code for your SIM card.

7.

Confirm PIN: Re-enter the same PIN code to confirm.

8.

Remember PIN: Click on ‘Enable’ if you would like your MyZone to save your PIN number. This will save you having to log in to the MyZone and

entering the PIN, every time you turn your MyZone ON.

9.

PIN Protection: This field allows you to change the PIN settings on your SIM card. You can enable, disable and change your PIN from this field.

Once you’ve completed your SIM security settings, click on the ‘Save’ button to store your settings.