Acer Predator Connect X5 5G CPE User manual

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Predator Connect X5 5G CPE
User Guide
Version 0.1.18

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© 2021. All Rights Reserved.
This revision: August 2021
Important: This manual contains proprietary information that is protected by
copyright laws. The information contained in this manual is subject to change
without notice. Some features described in this manual may not be supported
depending on the Operating System version. Images provided herein are for
reference only and may contain information or features that do not apply to
your device. Acer Group shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or
omissions contained in this manual.
Contents
1. Overview.......................................................................................................................................3
2. Installation / First-time setup ...........................................................................................7
3. Predator Connect X5 Home Page...................................................................................10
4. Quick Setup..............................................................................................................................12
5. Dashboard ................................................................................................................................15
6. Game Acceleration ................................................................................................................17
7. 5GNR / 4GLTE Cellular Network ....................................................................................22
8. WAN ............................................................................................................................................28
9. WiFi .............................................................................................................................................34
10 LAN Status .............................................................................................................................40
11. Home Network Security.....................................................................................................41
12. Setting......................................................................................................................................43
13. Predator Connect APP......................................................................................................49
14. Regulatory Information ....................................................................................................50
15. Limited Warranty .................................................................................................................56

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1. Overview
The Predator Connect X5 5G CPE is designed to feature 5G and Wi-Fi 6
technology. This guide provides an overview of Predator Connect X5’s
features, and description of the user interface and ports of the device.
The Predator Connect X5 delivers gigabit transfer speed along with gaming
features and user experience tuned for demands of PC gamers and media
streamers. The Predator Connect X5 can be used to provide internet access
through 5G or 4G cellular data (SIM and Data Plan not included) over WiFi 6
or Cat. Paired with Web UI, Predator Connect X5 5G CPE provides a simple
and secure user experience for connecting and gaming on the internet.
1.1. Package Contents
The box should include the following items:
Predator Connect X5
Power Adapter
Quick Start Guide
Warranty
Declaration of Conformity
1.2 System Requirements
This Predator Connect X5 is compatible with WiFi devices which support
2.4GHz (802.11 b/g/n/ax) or 5GHz (802.11 a/n/ac/ax) and have a web
browser.

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1.3 LED Behaviors
Device Operation LED Behavior
LED
Indicator &
Status
5G LED
Status
4G LED
Status
WiFi / WPS
LED
Status
Power LED
Status
5G Signal
Flashing Blue
Off
Static
Solid Green
4G Signal
Flashing
Green
Static
Solid Green
Booting
Flashing
Green
Flashing
Green
Static
Solid Green
No Coverage
or No SIM
Solid Red
Solid Red
Static
Solid Green
5G Data
Connection
(Connected)
Solid Blue
Off
Static
Solid Green
4G Data
Connection
(Connected)
Off
Solid Green
Static
Solid Green
WiFi is
Static
Static
Solid Green
Solid Green

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Enabled
WiFi is
Disabled
Static
Static
Off
Solid Green
Reset and Update LED Behavior
LED
Indicator &
Status
5G LED
Status
4G LED
Status
WiFi / WPS
LED
Status
Power LED
Status
Factory
Reset
Static then
Flashing Blue
Static then
Off
Static then
Off
Static then
Off
Firmware
Update
Static then
Flashing Blue
Static then
Off
Static then
Off
Static then
Off
Device
Shutdown
Static then
Off
Static then
Off
Static then
Off
Static then
Solid Green
then Off
1.4 Rear View (Ports)
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1.5 Bottom View
1.6 Environmental
Operating temperature: -0 °C to 43 °C (0 °F to 95 °F) RH 90% Humidity
Storage temperature: 0 °C to 45 °C (0 °F to 113 °F) RH 0% to 90%
Humidity
1.3.5 Power Management
Your Predator Connect X5 5G CPE comes with a 12v, 2.0A Max 24.0W
power adapter. The included power adapter has an AC Input rating of
100-240V-, 0.85A, 50-60Hz.
Note: To ensure your Predator Connect X5 works as intended, it is
recommended you only use the accessories provided with your device.
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2. Installation / First-time setup
2.1 Setup location
Please choose a sturdy and open space for your Predator Connect X5 5G
CPE.
To ensure the best performance, be sure the area around your Predator
Connect X5 is clear of miscellaneous items and debris. To ensure the best
thermal performance and safe operations, please ensure that the thermal
vents are not be blocked.
2.2 Setting up
Locate the bottom of the Device
Insert the SIM Card
Lift the SIM door.
Insert the SIM card into the slot with the gold contacts facing downwards.
Fully insert the SIM card until it clicks into place.
Note: Follow the notch direction on the top left of the SIM card slot. Also
push the SIM into the slot smoothly all the way in with your finger tip and
nail. Do not use any tool, as it may damage the SIM.
Power to the device
To power your device, connect it to your power adapter.
Connect the power supply to the wall plug socket.

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Powering on the Predator Connect X5.
Power on: Press the power button for 3 seconds. All LEDs will show solid
green at the same time when the device has been switched on.
To switch off your device: Press the power button for 3 seconds, until the
LEDs power off.

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2.3 Getting online
Ensure your Predator Connect X5 is switched on and connected to the
network.
A. You can refer to the LED Behavior table for more information.
Connect your Computer to the internet using WiFi
A. Connect your computer or device to Predator Connect X5 via WiFi:
B. Search Predator Connect X5 wireless network name (SSID) on your
device.
C. 2.4GHz wireless network name: PredatorConnect-X5-XXXX-2.4GHz
D. 5GHz wireless network name: PredatorConnect-X5-XXXX-5GHz
E. Connect to your preferred SSID.
F. Enter your WiFi password.
i. Note: You can find your default WiFi password on the label located
on the underside of the Predator Connect X5.
Connect your Computer to Predator Connect X5 via Ethernet cable:
A. Connect your Ethernet cable to Game port (Blue Icon) or LAN port
(Gray Icon). You will see a LAN port connection on your laptop

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3. Predator Connect X5 Home Page
3.1 Predator Connect X5 Home Page Compatibility
The Predator Connect X5 Home Page is compatible with the following
browsers:
A. Google Chrome
B. Mozilla Firefox
C. Safari
D. Microsoft Edge
3.2 Logging into the Predator Connect X5 Home Page
Open your web browser.
Type http://connect.acer or http://192.168.76.1:8080 into the address
bar and press enter. The Home page will then load, as shown in the
screenshot below.
On the Home page, enter the password as found on device label on the
bottom of the Predator Connect X5 and click Login.

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Note: You will need to change your password at first time you login.

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4. Quick Setup
4.1 First boot up
•You will need to proceed with your Predator Connect X5’s Quick setup.
This process will take only a few steps to complete. To connect to the
internet. Please choose your preferred WAN to set first.

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You may modifying your WiFi SSID for both 2.4GHz and 5GHz.

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4.2 Status Icons
Description
Icon displayed on Dashboard
Signal indicator
Connection status
LAN status
WiFi status
Connected devices
Data usage
Disconnected Connected
Connected
WiFi is enabled
WiFi is disabled
From full signal bar to no signal
LAN is
connected
LAN is
disconnected
Connected devices
Data usage

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5. Dashboard
5.1 Command Center
•The first available option on the menu tree is the Dashboard. You will also
firstly arrive at The Predator Connect X5’s dashboard once successfully
logged in. You can check and view basic information about your device
here
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1. Internet Status: shows the current connection status to the internet.
2. Dual WAN Status: it shows dual WAN status include primary WAN and
second WAN source. User can decide which of the Cellular or Ethernet
WAN connection will be assigned the primary WAN or second WAN. Dual
WAN supports two modes:
A. Load balance is also a feature of Dual WAN mode. User can assign
each client device to connect to internet through primary WAN or
secondary WAN to make overall processing more efficient.
B. Failover mode by default utilizes primary WAN. If the primary WAN is
disconnected, the secondary WAN will switch over seamlessly.
3. WiFi Status quickly indicate the status of 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi, in easily
distinguishable on-or-off indicator.
4. LAN Status quickly indicate the status of LAN ports 1,2, and 3. LAN1 can
be set as a WAN port.
5. Connected Devices shows how many client devices are connected to your
Predator Connect X5’s WiFi or LAN.
There is also a Device List where you further review or execute actionable
tasks such as renaming or blocking devices.
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6. Network Traffic help indicate real time status of the Download (DL) and
Upload (UL) Speeds across the Primary and Secondary WAN.
7. 5G Data Usage can indicate the total data used this month. User can set
start date of each month.
8. Network Speed Test powered by OOKLA. With a single push of the “GO”
button to test the speed for the Primary WAN.

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6. Game Acceleration
Designed for Gaming
The Predator Connect X5 5G CPE is designed with awesome gaming
capabilities to ensure you to have the best online gaming experience. Predator
Connect X5 supports two types of QoS modes (Quality of Service) for game
acceleration.

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6.1 Killer prioritization mode
The Intel® Killer™ Prioritization Engine
•Offers advanced network data detection and prioritization. It offers new
intelligent network capabilities that detect and accelerate network traffic
for specific websites in addition to the gaming or creative applications
running on your computer. By prioritizing network traffic for key websites
above lower-priority websites and apps, the Intel Killer Prioritization
Engine provides a more enjoyable and uninterrupted online entertainment
experience. Watch a game, stream your game, play web-based games, and
watch online videos all at the same time with a new level of confidence. The
engine enables default prioritization automatically, but you can also
customize settings and bandwidth levels. With 4 levels of prioritization,
you can take full advantage of the extra network data detection
capabilities that are part of the Intel Killer Prioritization Engine to get the
best online experience possible on your system.
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Note: Please set to single WAN or Dual WAN with failover mode. Killer
prioritization mode can only be used in Single WAN configuration.
Killer prioritization mode is compatible with Killer enabled PC or devices. If
your PC doesn’t support killer, you can select Device Prioritization mode.
6.2 Device Prioritization Mode
•Enables you to manage priorities of the devices connected to your router.
Easily and permanently set your devices as main priority to ensure your
bandwidth is not throttled or affected by others.
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Game Port
•Devices connected to this port will always be set to high priority.
Manual Prioritization
•Enables a finer grain control of your device priority and management
within the network. Manually set priority for devices connected to your
Predator Connect X5. It can be manually adjusted to be high/normal/low
respectively.

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Please refer to the below screen captures for routing options for your
connected devices.
Single WAN
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Dual WAN Mode
Figure. Dual WAN with Load Balance