Edimax 3G-6218n User manual

3G-6218n
User Manual
06-2011 / v1.1

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CONTENTS
CHAPTER I: PRODUCT INFORMATION ...............................................................................................................4
1-1 Introduction .........................................................................................................................................4
1-2 Safety Information...............................................................................................................................5
1-3 System Requirements..........................................................................................................................6
1-4 Package Contents ................................................................................................................................6
1-5 Getting familiar with your new wireless broadband router................................................................7
CHAPTER II: SYSTEM AND NETWORK SETUP .....................................................................................................9
2-1 Getting Started ....................................................................................................................................9
2-2 Setting client computers to obtain IP addresses automatically........................................................12
2-2-1 Windows 95/98/Me IP address setup....................................................................................13
2-2-2 Windows 2000 IP address setup ............................................................................................15
2-2-3 Windows XP IP address setup ................................................................................................17
2-2-4 Windows Vista IP address setup ............................................................................................19
2-3 Connecting to broadband router via web browser ...........................................................................21
2-4 Using “Quick Setup”...........................................................................................................................26
2-4-1 Using “3G/3.5G” as broadband connection type...................................................................28
2-4-2 Using “Dynamic IP” as broadband connection type ..............................................................30
2-4-3 Using “Static IP” as broadband connection type ...................................................................31
2-4-4 Using “PPPoE” as broadband connection type ......................................................................32
2-4-5 Using “PPTP” as broadband connection type ........................................................................34
2-4-6 Using “L2TP” as broadband connection type.........................................................................36
2-4-7 Using “WISP” as broadband connection type ........................................................................38
CHAPTER III: GENERAL SETUP ..................................................................................................................40
3-1 System................................................................................................................................................41
3-1-1 Time Zone ...............................................................................................................................42
3-1-2 Password Settings...................................................................................................................43
3-1-3 Remote Management.............................................................................................................44
3-2 WAN...................................................................................................................................................46
3-2-1 3G/3.5G Settings.....................................................................................................................47
3-2-2 Dynamic IP ..............................................................................................................................49
3-2-3 Static IP ...................................................................................................................................51
3-2-4 PPPoE......................................................................................................................................53
3-2-5 PPTP........................................................................................................................................55
3-2-6 L2TP ........................................................................................................................................58
3-2-7 WISP........................................................................................................................................61
3-3 LAN (Wired) .......................................................................................................................................63
3-3-1 Before you start: Suggestions for deciding an IP address......................................................63
3-3-2 LAN IP......................................................................................................................................65
3-3-3 DHCP Server............................................................................................................................66
3-3-4 Static DHCP Leases .................................................................................................................67

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3-4 Wireless .............................................................................................................................................69
3-4-1 AP Mode .................................................................................................................................70
3-4-2 Security Settings .....................................................................................................................72
3-4-3 MAC Address Filtering ............................................................................................................78
3-4-4 WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Settings....................................................................................80
3-5 Advance Settings................................................................................................................................82
3-5-1 QoS .........................................................................................................................................83
3-5-2 DDNS.......................................................................................................................................86
3-5-3 Port Forwarding......................................................................................................................89
3-5-4 DMZ ........................................................................................................................................91
3-5-5 Fail Over..................................................................................................................................93
3-5-6 3G Limit Control......................................................................................................................94
3-6 NAT ....................................................................................................................................................95
3-6-1 Virtual Server..........................................................................................................................96
3-6-2 Special Applications................................................................................................................99
3-6-3 UPnP Settings .......................................................................................................................102
3-6-4 ALG Settings..........................................................................................................................103
3-6-5 Static Routing........................................................................................................................104
3-7 Firewall.............................................................................................................................................106
3-7-1 Access Control ......................................................................................................................106
3-7-2 URL Blocking .........................................................................................................................111
3-7-3 DoS........................................................................................................................................113
CHAPTER IV: STATUS, TOOLS & LANGUAGE ..................................................................................................116
4-1 Status ...............................................................................................................................................116
4-1-1 Internet Connection .............................................................................................................117
4-1-2 Device Status ........................................................................................................................117
4-1-3 System Log............................................................................................................................117
4-1-4 Security Log ..........................................................................................................................118
4-1-5 Active DHCP Client................................................................................................................118
4-1-6 Statistics................................................................................................................................118
4-1-7 Modem Info..........................................................................................................................119
4-2 Tools.................................................................................................................................................119
4-2-1 Configuration Tools ..............................................................................................................120
4-2-2 Firmware Upgrade................................................................................................................121
4-2-3 Restart ..................................................................................................................................122
4-3 Language..........................................................................................................................................123

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CHAPTER I: PRODUCT INFORMATION
1-1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Edimax 3G-6218n 150Mbps Wireless 3G Portable Router! This
3G router is the ideal choice for anyone who is constantly on the go. With the Edimax
3G-6218n 150Mbps Wireless 3G Portable Router, all your computers and network devices
can share a single, high-speed xDSL/cable or 3G/3.5G Internet connection. Its easy
installation procedure also allows any computer user to set up a network environment in a
matter of minutes.
With built-in IEEE 802.11b/g/n wireless network capability, all your computers and
wireless-enabled network devices (PDAs, cell phones, game consoles, etc.) can be
connected to this router without additional cabling. Its IEEE 802.11n capability also allows
you to enjoy the fastest wireless experience ever! With a compatible wireless card installed,
your PC can transfer files at up to 150Mbps!
The Edimax 3G-6218n 150Mbps Wireless 3G Portable Router makes setting up wireless
security a breeze. With the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) function, you can set up wireless
security in just seconds! Just press the WPS button on WPS-compatible wireless devices and
you will have a secure wireless connection in no time.
Other features:
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery
3G/3.5G USB modem support
Smartphone Internet tethering capable
3G and xDSL connection fail over
1 switchable LAN/WAN (10/100M) port
Green Ethernet technology
WISP enabled

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1-2 Safety Information
Please follow the following safety instructions to ensure your safety:
This router is designed for indoor use only. DO NOT place this router outdoors.
DO NOT put this router in or near hot or humid places like the kitchen, bathroom,
or a car parked in the sun.
Disconnect any connected cables from the router before pulling the router with
force.
If you want to hang this router on the wall or place it somewhere high, please
make sure it is firmly secured. Edimax’s warranty does not cover damages caused
by misuse.
Please keep this router and its accessories out of the reach of children.
DO NOT put this router on paper, cloth, or other flammable materials.
DO NOT disassemble this router. Disassembling this router will invalidate the
warranty. Please contact your dealer if you experience any problems.
If this router gets wet or falls into water when it is powered, DO NOT touch it with
your bare hands. Disconnect the power plug from the wall socket immediately, or
contact an experienced technician for help.
Should your router or power supply overheat and burn out, switch the electrical
power off or disconnect the power plug from the wall socket immediately, and call
your dealer for help.

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1-3 System Requirements
3G/3.5G USB modem card or xDSL/cable modem
Computer or network devices with a wired or wireless network interface card
Web browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, or Safari)
An available AC power socket (100-240V, 50/60Hz)
1-4 Package Contents
Before you start using this router, please check if there is anything missing in the package,
and contact your dealer to claim the missing item(s):
3G-6218n (1 pcs)
Quick installation guide (1 pcs)
CD-ROM with EZmax wizard, multi-language QIG and user manual (1 pcs)
Mini-USB Power adapter (1 pcs)
Rechargeable Li-ion battery (1 pcs)
UTP cable (1 pcs)

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1-5 Getting familiar with your new wireless broadband router
LED definitions
LED Name
Light Status
Description
PWR
On
Router powered on
Flashing
Battery power low (15-20 minutes left) or
battery not installed
Off
Router powered off
CHG
On
Battery charging
Off
Battery fully charged
WLAN
On
WPS function enabled
Flashing
Wireless LAN activity (transferring data)
Off
Wireless network switched off
Ethernet
On
Ethernet port connected
Flashing
Ethernet activity (transferring data)
Internet
On
Connection established
Flashing
Establishing connection
Off
Connection not established

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Right and left side panel
Item Name
Description
LAN/WAN
switch
Switches the RJ-45 port to LAN or WAN mode. Switch to WAN mode if
you want to access the Internet through your xDSL or cable modem.
This cable connection can also act as a backup for your 3G connection.
WPS/Reset
button
Initiates WPS or resets the router to factory defaults (clears all
settings). Press this button and hold for over 10 seconds to restore all
settings to factory defaults, or press this button for less than 5 seconds
to start WPS.
ON/OFF
switch
Switches the router on and off.
DC in
Mini-USB port for the supplied power adapter. If you have a mini-USB
to USB cable, you can also power this 3G router via a computer.
Note: You can power this router via a computer when using a 3G
modem card; but if you get a weak 3G signal while doing so, please
power the router via a power outlet.
RJ-45 port
Local/ Wide Area Network (LAN/WAN) port.
RJ-45

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CHAPTER II: SYSTEM AND NETWORK SETUP
2-1 Getting Started
Before you start using this 3G router, please follow the following instructions to install and
charge the battery.
1. Remove the battery cover, insert the supplied battery into the slot, and then replace
the battery cover.
2. Charge the battery by connecting the power adapter to the mini-USB port and then to
the wall socket. It takes about 4 hours to fully charge the battery. Please charge the
battery for 8 hours on the first charge.

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Note: You can power the router via a wall socket without the battery installed; but
powering the router via a computer without the battery installed might cause
decreased performance.
3. The “CHG” LED will go on when the battery is charging. When the battery is fully
charged, the “CHG” LED will go off.
4. Turn on the router by switching the “ON/OFF” switch to the “ON” position.
Note: Always switch the device off before removing the battery. For your safety,
only use the battery and power adapter supplied with the product.
5. Connect your 3G/3.5G USB modem to the USB port on the router.

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6. Connect the router to your computer via an Ethernet cable.
Note: It is recommended that you configure the router through the Ethernet port
for the first time.
7. Please check all the LEDs. The “PWR/CHR” LED should be on, and the “ETHERNET” LED
should be on if a computer/network device is connected and correctly powered. If the
“PWR/CHR” LED is still off and you are sure that the battery and all cable connections
are correct, please contact your dealer for assistance.
Method 1: Setting up the router with the CD wizard
Please follow the following instructions to set up the 3G router with the CD wizard:
With the setup wizard in the CD-ROM, you can easily set up a 3G/3.5G connection, an
Ethernet connection, SSID, wireless security, or upgrade the router’s firmware. After
starting the setup wizard, please choose the language of your choice.
For more instructions, please refer to the user manual in the supplied CD-ROM.
Note 1: 3G/3.5G connections and xDSL/cable connections cannot be used at the same time.
Note 2: If you experience compatibility problems with certain 3G USB modem cards, please
upgrade the firmware. The latest firmware can be found on the EDIMAX website
(www.edimax.com).

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Method 2: Setting up the router with the web-based UI
If you lose the CD-ROM, you can setup the router with the following steps (web-based user
interface).
2-2 Setting client computers to obtain IP addresses automatically
Before you start configuration procedures, your computer must be able to get an IP address
automatically (set to use dynamic IP addresses). If your computer is set to use a static IP
address, or if you are unsure, please follow the following instructions to configure your
computer to use dynamic IP addresses:
Windows 95/98/Me (see section 2-2-1)
Windows 2000 (see section 2-2-2)
Windows XP (see section 2-2-3)
Windows Vista (see section 2-2-4)

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2-2-1 Windows 95/98/Me IP address setup
1. Click the “Start” button (it should be located at the lower-left corner of your
screen), then click “Control Panel”. Double-click the “Network” icon, and the
“Network” window will appear. Select “TCP/IP”, and then click “Properties”.

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2. Select “Obtain an IP address from a DHCP server”, then click “OK”.

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2-2-2 Windows 2000 IP address setup
1. Click the “Start” button (it should be located at the lower-left corner of your
screen), then click “Control Panel”. Double-click the “Network and Dial-up
Connections” icon, and then double-click “Local Area Connection”. When the
“Local Area Connection Properties” window appears, select “Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP)”, and then click “Properties”.

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2. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address
automatically”, then click “OK”.

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2-2-3 Windows XP IP address setup
1. Click the “Start” button (it should be located at the lower-left corner of your
screen), then click “Control Panel”. Double-click the “Network and Internet
Connections” icon, click “Network Connections”, then double-click “Local Area
Connection”. When the “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears, click
“Properties”.

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2. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address
automatically”, then click “OK”.

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2-2-4 Windows Vista IP address setup
1. Click the “Start” button (it should be located at the lower-left corner of your
screen), then click “Control Panel”. Click “View Network Status and Tasks”, and
then click “Manage Network Connections”. Right-click “Local Area Network”, then
select “Properties”. When the “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears,
select “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)” and then click “Properties”.