Cradlepoint COR IBR900 Series User manual

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Quick Start Guide /COR IBR900 Series
+ Cloud-managed
+ Dual-band, dual-
concurrent WiFi
+ Ignition sensing
+ 9-33 V DC
input range
+ Active GPS support
+ SIM-based auto-
carrier selection
+ Dual-SIM
+ Fully ruggedized
metal housing
+ Integrated LTE
Advanced Cat 6
LTE/HSPA+ modem
+ Two gigabit Ethernet
ports (LAN/LAN or
WAN/LAN)
+ Integrated mounting
+ COR Extensibility
Dock compatible
COR IBR900 Key Features:
COR IBR900 Series
For In-Vehicle & M2M / IoT
Go to cradlepoint.com/irb900 to learn more.
AC Power Adapter* Modem & WiFi
Antennas**
Spare SIM Door Screws
WHAT’S
INCLUDED:
THANK YOU FOR
CHOOSING CRADLEPOINT
Cradlepoint is the leading provider of secure,
cloud-managed 3G/4G/LTE networking solutions
for the distributed enterprise with hundreds or
thousands of locations. Our broad family of high-
performance routers are designed for deployment
in mission-critical applications that require 24x7
connectivity.
Always Connected. Always Protected.
*-NPS SKUs come with an GPIO/Power Cable and no AC Power Supply or WiFi/Cellular Antennas. **On applicable models.

DEVICE DETAILS
Model numbers:
IBR900LP5
IBR950LP5
IBR900LP6
IBR950LP6
IBR950NM
IBR900LPE
Accessories:
+ AC Power Adapter
+ Modem & WiFi Antennas
+ Spare SIM Door Screws
GETTING STARTED
Setting Up the Router
+ Purchase a data plan. Insert
the SIM as shown in the
following step.
+ Connect WiFi, modem and
GPS antennas as desired.
Finger tight only.
+ Connect to power (9-33 V DC
input range).
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(Regulatory Model S5A701A)
(Regulatory Model S5A706A)
(Regulatory Model S5A643A)
(Regulatory Model S5A648A)
(Regulatory Model S5A644A)
(Regulatory Model S5A715A)
SIM Card Setup
To insert or remove SIM card:
1. Remove SIM door screws and cover.
2. Insert SIM card with metal contacts
down and notch in. It will click into
place. Depress again to remove.
3. Replace SIM cover (extra screws
included).
Note: Device will not power on without
cover in place.

Access the Administration Pages
To make configuration changes to your router, open the
IBR900’s GUI-based administration pages.
1. Connect to the router
via Ethernet or WiFi. For
WiFi, the default SSID
is found on the product
label on the bottom of
the router.
2. Open a browser window
and type “cp/” or
“192.168.0.1” in the
address bar and press
return/enter.
3. When prompted for the Administrator password,
type the default eight character password found on
the product.
4. Upon log in for the first time, you are automatically
directed to the First Time Setup Wizard to configure
Admin Password, Time Zone, WiFi Security, and WAN
Failure Check.
Note: The power/attention LED will show amber until
the user changes the default Administrator and WiFi
passwords. Default passwords must be changed to secure
the router.
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+ Administrator
Password
+ Time Zone
+ Security Mode
+ WiFi Network Name*
+ Access Point Name
(APN)
+ Modem Authentication
+ Failure Check
Deploy and Manage the
Intelligent Network with
Cradlepoint NetCloud
Cradlepoint NetCloud is a network
management and application
platform that integrates cloud-
based, software-defined networking
with your Cradlepoint devices to
improve productivity, increase
reliability, and reduce costs.
NetCloud includes SD-WAN
capabilities and SD-Perimeter to
enhance the security and scalability
of your network and business
operations.
To learn more and begin a free
30-day trial:
cradlepoint.com/netcloud
Sales & Support: [phone]
FIRST TIME SETUP WIZARD
When you log in to the local administration pages for
the first time, you will be automatically directed to the
First Time Setup Wizard, which will walk you through
basic steps to customize your Cradlepoint IBR900/950.
You have the ability to configure any of the following:
If you are currently using the router’s WiFi network,
you will need to reconnect your devices to the network
using the newly established wireless network name and
password.
To return to the First Time Setup Wizard after your
initial login, select ‘System > System Control’ on the
left navigation bar and First Time Setup in the
dropdown menu.
To restore the router to its factory default settings, press
and hold the RESET button on the side of the device for
ten seconds. Reset returns the login password to the
default password and resets all configuration changes.

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UPDATING NETCLOUD OS
Cradlepoint regularly creates new NetCloud OS packages. You may need to update
NetCloud OS to use the IBR900 with new modems and to access our latest features.
Via NetCloud Manager
1. Log in at cradlepointecm.com using your NetCloud Manager credentials.
2. Navigate to the ‘Groups’ page.
3. Select a group and click on the NetCloud OS option in the top toolbar. In the
dropdown menu that opens, select the desired version. Wait for NetCloud OS
to load.
Via NetCloud OS Interface
1. Log into the administration pages. You may have changed the Administrator
Password when you used the First Time Setup Wizard.
2. From the System menu, select ‘System Control’ and ‘System Software’.
3. Find the ‘NetCloud OS Upgrade’ section. This displays the current NetCloud OS
version that is installed and indicates if an updated NetCloud OS is available.
4. Click ‘Automatic (Internet)’ if a new version of NetCloud OS is available. The
IBR900 will download and install the version and automatically reboot itself.
A status monitor will appear and indicate when this process is complete. This
process may take several minutes depending on your Internet connection speed.
SWITCHING CARRIER (IBR900LPE ONLY)
The IBR900LPE comes with Verizon selected as the default carrier. To
change to a different US-based carrier:
Via NetCloud Manager
1. Log in at cradlepointecm.com using your NetCloud Manager
credentials.
2. Navigate to “Devices” and “Network Interfaces”.
3. Select the checkboxes next to the Interfaces you want to change.
4. Select “Commands” and “Manage Modem NetCloud OS”.
5. Select “Switch” and follow the prompts to select an appropriate
modem NetCloud OS file.
Via NetCloud OS Interface
1. Log into the administration pages. You may have changed the
Administrator Password when you used the First Time Setup Wizard.
2. From the System Menu, select “System Control” and “Modem
NetCloud OS”.
3. Follow the instructions for Carrier switching to select an appropriate
modem NetCloud OS package file.
Note: Modem firmware images can be downloaded from Cradlepoint by
logging into portal.cradlepoint.com using your Cradlepoint Connect Portal
account.

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ACTIVATE YOUR MODEM
A Cradlepoint router requires a SIM with an active data subscription to a wireless broadband data plan
to connect to a wireless network. SIMs with wireless broadband data plans are available from wireless
carriers such as AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile, EE, and Vodafone. Carriers offer several different types of
data plans and Cradlepoint works with most (Mobile broadband, M2M, and router pricing plans; private and
public APNS; and static or dynamic IP address).
For more information on activation see cradlepoint.com/activation.
GPS
The IBR900 and IBR950 come with an active GPS connection at 3.3 V and 100 mA max.
For full functionality you will need to use an active GPS antenna. TAIP and NMEA Protocol Support.
ROUTER COMMUNICATION / DATA USAGE
The factory default configuration of the router is set to communicate with Cradlepoint and other resources
at regular intervals to access the latest NetCloud OS and modem updates, clock synchronization (NTP),
and NetCloud Manager membership. Such communication may result in data usage and applicable charges
regardless of whether the router uses a wired or wireless Internet connection. To avoid such data usage and
potential charges, consult the following Knowledge Base article:
http://knowledgebase.cradlepoint.com/articles/support/router-communication-data-usage