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Installation and Configuration of
the NetComm NF2
Placement of your NF2 and Mobile Broadband
Just like your mobile phone, the NF2
’s location will affect its signal strength to the MBB (Mobile Broadband) Provider’s
Mobile Base
Station (Cell Tower). The data speed achievable from the NF2 is relative to this signal strength, which is affected by many
environmental factors. Please keep in mind that the NF2 will need adequate signal strength in order to provide Internet connectivity
whilst choosing a location to place your NF2.
Similarly, the wireless connection between your NF2 and your WiFi devices will be stronger the closer your connected devices are to
your NF2. Your wireless connection and performance will degrade as the distance between your NF2 and connected devices
increases. This may or may not be directly noticeable, and is greatly affected by the individual installation environment.
If you have concerns about your network’s performance that might be related to range or obstruction factors, try moving the
computer to a position between three to five meters from the NF2
™ Hub
in order to see if distance is the problem.
Please note: While some of the items listed below can affect network performance, they will not prohibit your wireless
network from functioning. If you are concerned that your network is not operating at its maximum effectiveness, this
checklist may help. Please ensure that your NF2 WiFi external antenna is positioned vertically (toward the ceiling).
If you experience difficulties connecting wirelessly between your WiFi Devices and your NF2, please try the following steps:
In multi-storey homes, place the NF2 on a floor that is as close to the centre of the home as possible. This may mean
placing the NF2 on an upper floor.
Try not to place the NF2
™ Hub
near a cordless telephone that operates at the same radio frequency as the NF2
(2.4GHz).
Avoid obstacles and interference
Avoid placing your NF2 near devices that may emit radio
“noise”
, such as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can inhibit wireless
communication include:
Refrigerators.
Washers and/or dryers.
Metal cabinets.
Large aquariums.
Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows.
If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that objects such as those listed above are not blocking
the signal’s path (between your
wireless devices and the NF2).
Cordless Phones
If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after considering the above issues, and you have a cordless phone:
Try moving cordless phones away from your NF2 and your wireless-enabled computers.
Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone that operates on the 2.4GHz band (check manufacturer’s
information). If this fixes the problem, your phone may be interfering with the NF2.
If your phone supports channel selection, change the channel on the phone to the farthest channel from your wireless
network. For example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your NF2
to channel 11. See your phone’s user
manual for detailed instructions.
If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz cordless phone.
Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network
In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as apartment buildings or office complexes, there may be wireless
networks nearby that can conflict with your wireless network. Use the Site Survey capabilities found in the Wireless Utility of your
wireless adapter to locate any other wireless networks that are available (see your wireless adapter’s user manual), and swit
ch your
Router and computers to a channel as far away from other networks as possible.
Experiment with more than one of the available channels, in order to find the clearest connection and avoid interference from
neighbouring cordless phones or other wireless devices.
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Hardware installation
1.
Attach the supplied antenna to the antenna port. [This should be attached in a clockwise direction.]
2.
Insert your MBB (Mobile Broadband) Dongle into the USB slot.
3.
Connect the power adapter to the Power socket on the back of the NF2.
4.
Plug the power adapter into the wall socket and switch on the power.
5.
Wait approximately 60 seconds for the NF2 to power up.
Connecting via an Ethernet cable
1.
Connect the Ethernet cable provided to the port marked LAN at the back of the NF2.
2.
Connect the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable to your computer.
3.
Wait approximately 30 seconds for the connection to establish.
4.
Open your Web browser and type http://192.168.20.1 into the address bar and press enter.
5.
Enter “admin” (without quo
tations) for both the Username and Password and click on the Login button.
6.
Follow the steps of the start-up wizard to set up your NF2.
7.
After the setup process is completed, you will be connected to the Internet.
Connecting wirelessly
1.
Ensure WiFi is enabled on your device (computer/laptop/Smartphone).
2.
Scan for wireless networks in your area and connect to the network name that matches the Wireless network name found
on the Wireless Security Card (included in the box).
Figure 1: Included Security Card
Please note: For security purposes, each NF2 has a unique SSID (such as NetComm-WirelessXXXX) and Wireless Security
Key. The included Wireless Security Card lists these fields
instead of the xxxxx’s
as shown in the screenshot above.
3.
When prompted for your wireless security settings, enter the wireless security key listed on your Wireless Security Card.
4.
Wait approximately 30 seconds for the connection to be established.
5.
Open your Web browser and type http://192.168.20.1 into the address bar and press enter.
6.
Enter “admin” (without quotations) as both the Username and Password and press the Login button.
7.
Follow the steps to set up your NF2.
8.
After the setup process is completed, you will be connected to the Internet.
9.
To connect additional devices via WiFi, repeat steps 1 through 4.
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First Time Simple Configuration Wizard
When you log in to your NF2 for the first time, you will be presented with the NF2
“Set
-
up Wizard” as shown in the screenshot
below. This wizard can be skipped by clicking on the link shown on the screenshot below. You can re-run the Setup Wizard again
anytime after first use by selecting the “
Setup
Wizard” option under the “
Toolbox
” tab in the Advanced View of the management
console.
Figure 2: Setup Wizard - Start
Select your WAN interface preference
Ethernet WAN, 3G or Ethernet WAN with 3G backup. The example above shows an
Ethernet WAN connection with 3G backup.
Press the Next button to continue the setup wizard.
Figure 2: Setup Wizard Step 1
WAN Interface
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Figure 3: Setup Wizard Step 2 - 2.4 GHz WiFi Setup
This page allows you to customize the 2.4GHz wireless setting of the NF2.
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 NF2 via 2.4 GHz WiFi.
SSID Broadcast:
Select ‘Disable’ to hide the SSID of
the NF2. If disabled, other people will not be able scan and detect your NF2
’s SSID.
SSID Broadcast Name (Max 32 Characters):
The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is the name of your wireless network. Use a unique name to identify your wireless network so that
you can easily connect from your wireless clients. This field is case sensitive and can be up to 32 characters. You should change
the default SSID for added security.
Click “Next” to continue.
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Figure 4 - Setup Wizard Step 3
2.4 GHz WiFi Security Settings
This page allows you to configure the 2.4 GHz WiFi security settings for the NF2. Setting a strong wireless security level (such as
WPA-PSK - AES) can prevent unauthorized access to your wireless network. Please enter the Security Key that you wish to use, or
leave this field unchanged to use the default Security Key.
Click “Next” to continue.
Figure 7: Setup Wizard Step 4 - 5.0 GHz WiFi Setup
This page allows you to customize the 5.0 GHz wireless setting of the NF2.
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 conne
ct to
your NF2 via 5.0 GHz WiFi.
SSID Broadcast:
Select ‘Disable’ to hide the SSID of
the NF2. If disabled, other people will not be able scan and detect your
NF2’s SSID.

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