Encore ENH-WI-3GN3 User manual

ENHWI-3GN3
3G MOBILE BROADBAND WIRELESS N150
ROUTER plus REPEATER
User’s Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................. 3
1.1. SUMMARY....................................................................................................................3
1.2. KEY FEATURES ....................................................... ERROR!BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED.4
1.3. PACKAGE CONTENTS .............................................. ERROR!BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED.5
1.4. PRODUCT LAYOUT................................................... ERROR!BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED.5
2. INSTALLATION......................................................................ERROR! BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED.7
2.1. NETWORK +SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS...................... ERROR!BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED.7
2.2. WALL MOUNTING .........................................................................................................8
2.3. ENHWI-3GN3 PLACEMENT .........................................................................................8
2.4. SETUP LAN &3G (WAN).............................................................................................9
2.5. PC NETWORK ADAPTER SETUP (WINDOWS XP) ..........................................................10
2.6. BRING UP ENHWI-3GN3...........................................................................................11
3. SMART WIZARD................................................................................................................................ 12
4. HOW TO LOGIN TO THE WEB USER INTERFACE......................................................................... 26
5. AP ROUTER MODE........................................................................................................................... 27
5.1. SYSTEM.....................................................................................................................27
5.2. WIZARD.....................................................................................................................35
5.3. INTERNET...............................................................................................................36
5.4. WIRELESS SETTINGS..................................................................................................44
5.5. FIREWALL SETTINGS ..................................................................................................56
5.6. ADVANCED SETTINGS.................................................................................................64
5.7. TOOLS SETTINGS.....................................................................................................74
6. REPEATER MODE............................................................................................................................. 81
6.1. SYSTEM.....................................................................................................................82
6.2. WIRELESS .................................................................................................................86
6.3. TOOLS.......................................................................................................................88
7.0 TECHNICAL SUPPORT ………………………………………………………………….93
APPENDIX A – FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT................................................................................ 94
APPENDIX B – IC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT ................................................................................... 94

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1 - Introduction
1.1 SUMMARY
Thank You for patronizing another Encore product. The ENHWI-3GN3 is a 3G-enabled
Wireless-N Router that supports home network with superior throughput, performance
and unparalleled wireless range. With ENHWI-3GN3, you can share one 3G Wireless
internet subscription to others through wired and wireless LAN. It supports 3G USB
Modem Adapters from wide selections of 3G broadband carriers all over the world. A
freedom to roam where your 3G cell subscription site is available and still share and
enjoy the Wireless-N’s speed and accuracy. Unlike other wireless 3G routers, the
Encore’s ENHWI-3GN3 comes with a WAN port. With WAN port, you are not limited to
just 3G connection; you can still hook up your home or home-office DSL or Cable
Modem broadband internet connections. With ENHWI-3GN3 you can provide a hot spot
within home, office, apartment, school, café, construction site, etc. wherever your
subscription 3G wireless ISP tower can roam.
With 2 LAN ports, you are not limited to a wireless LAN alone, you can use these ports
for your wired network devices like Encore network printers, Encore Network Attached
Storage and many more networking accessories. On top of the popular WPA, WPA2
and WEP wireless security the ENHWI-3GN3 is equipped with a one touch “push-n-
connect” button wireless security using the latest WPS®technology. The Router
function ties it all together and lets your whole network shares a high-speed cable, DSL
or wireless 3G Broadband Internet connections.
The ENHWI-3GN3 is also a Wireless Repeater than can be used to extend your
Wireless LAN to a remote area with one simple setup switching from Router to a
Repeater Mode.

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1.2 – KEY FEATURES
Features Advantages
3G USB Modem Support Allows user to share 3G network
among multiple users. It supports
WCDMA (HSDPA), CDMA2000 and
TD-SCDMA.
Incredible Data Rate up to 150Mbps** Easily handles heavy data
payloads such as MPEG video
/audio streaming
IEEE 802.11b/g Compliant Fully Interoperable with IEEE
802.11b / IEEE 802.11g compliant
devices with legacy protection
Four 10/100 Mbps Fast Switch Ports
(Auto-Crossover)
Scalability; extends your network.
Firewall supports, DMZ, MAC Filter, IP
Filter, URL Filter, ICMP Blocking, SPI,
Port Mapping, Port Forwarding, Port
Trigger
To prevent attacks from hackers or
viruse from the internet, Parental
Control and Internet Keyword
Control
Support 802.1x Authenticator, 802.11i
(WPA/WPA2, AES), VPN pass-through
Provides mutual authentication
(Client and dynamic encryption
keys to enhance security)
WDS (Wireless Distribution System) Run wireless AP and Bridge modes
simultaneously as a wireless
repeater
Multiple SSID Easy management of users of
various groups.
** Theoretical wireless signal rate based on IEEE standard of 802.11b / g / n chipset used. Actual throughput may
vary. Network conditions and environmental factors lower actual throughput rate. All specifications are subject to
change without notice.

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1.3 – PACKAGE CONTENTS
Check and make sure that none of the items listed below are missing. Do not discard the
packing materials, in case of return; the unit must be shipped back in its original packaging.
1. ENHWI-3GN3 Router plus Repeater
2. 100V~240VAC / 12 VDC 1A External Power Adapter
3. One piece 2 dBi 2.4 GHz R-SMA Upgradeable Antenna
4. Quick Installation Guide leaflet
5. CD-ROM (Smart Wizard and User’s Manual)
6. 2x Patch cables – 1x one foot patch cable (green) and one 3 Feet patch cable (yellow)
1.4 – PRODUCT LAYOUT
Front Panel View
Front Panel LED Assignments and Description Chart:
LED Lights Description
POWER
Lights up in Red when powered ON.
Blinks on TEST/RESET
WLAN
Lights up in Green when Wireless LAN is
enabled. Blinks on traffic
LAN Ports
Blinks in Green on data traffic on LAN
Ports 1 and 2. Stays in Green when idle

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WAN
Lights up in Green when WAN port is in
use
3G Connection
Lights up in Green when 3G USB Modem
is detected and use for internet connection
Internet Connection
Lights up and stays in Green when internet
connection is detected thru either in 3G or
WAN ports (WAN and 3G don’t work at the
same time, 3G deactivates WAN
connection when both are detected, then
this LED lights up for 3G if that happens)
Rear View
Top View

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Item Description
Reset
Press and release this button to reboot the device. Press
and hold this button for 10 seconds to load the factory
default settings of the system.
WPS Button Push-n-Connect Press this button to start Push-n-Connect (WPS)
function.
DC 12V Power connector, connects to a DC 12V 1A Power
Adapter (Supplied)
LAN1 and LAN2 Ports 1 and 2 LocalArea Network (LAN) 10/100 Mbps
RJ-45 ports
USB Port Used for 3G USB Modem (Not included) from your 3G
ISP subscription
WAN Wide Area Network (WAN) port or
Internet Port. Connects to xDSL or Cable Modem
2. Installation
2.1- NETWORK PLUS SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
To begin using the ENHWI-3GN3, make sure you meet the following as minimum requirements:
hPC / Notebook Computer as client
hOperating System – Microsoft™Windows®98SE/ME/XP/2000/ Windows Vista™ /
Windows®7
hComputer with 1 working RJ-45 Network Interface Card port
hWi-Fi adapter card – (optional for Wireless LAN installation procedure)
hInternet connection (Subscription to your local ISP may be required)
oExternal xDSL (ADSL) or Cable modem internet subscription with an Ethernet
WAN port (RJ-45) or
o3G USB Modem for Internet Connection
hA Web Browser running Internet Explorer, Safari, Firefox, Opera etc.
hEthernet compatible CAT5 or better cables.

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2.2 – WALL MOUNTING
Bottom View Showing Wall Mounts
The ENHWI-3GN3 is wall mountable. There are two mounting holes at the bottom of the router.
Find a proper spot where two nails or wall screws can be applied. The distance between the two
nails is 117 mm. Carefully mount the device onto the wall and make sure the router is firmly in
place.
2.3 – BEST LOCATION
You can place ENHWI-3GN3 on a desk or other flat surface, or you can mount it on a wall. For
optimal performance, place your router in the center of your office (or your home) in a location
that is away from any potential source of wireless interference, such as a metal wall or
microwave oven. The preferred location should be close to a electrical power wall outlet. If the
antennas are not positioned correctly, performance loss can occur.

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2.4 – SETTING UP LAN AND 3G (WAN)
LAN connection: Connect Ethernet cable between your PC/Notebook LAN port & one of the
2 available LAN ports on ENHWI-3GN3.
3G connection: Insert your 3G USB Modem to the USB Port for your 3G internet
connections. Contact your ISP or internet service provider for the 3G
username and password and other 3G internet issues.
ADSL or Cable Modem Broadband Connection:
Connect an Ethernet cable between WAN ports of your ADSL/Cable
modem and WAN port of ENHWI-3GN3. For internet to work, the
ADSL/Cable modem should be working and configured. Contact your ISP
or internet service provider for any internet connection question and
support.

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2.5 - PC NETWORK ADAPTER SETUP
Windows XP
•Assuming your PC or Laptop is already equipped with a Network Interface Card and
properly working. Click on START Æselect “Control panel” ÆFrom the Control Panel
Window select “Network Connection”
•Right-click (Use the right button of your mouse) the “Local Area Connection” icon then
select and click “Properties”
•Click to Highlight the “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” then click “Properties” button

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•Select the “General” tab.
The ENHWI-3GN3 supports DHCP Client function, select both “Obtain an IP address
automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address automatically”
2.6 – POWERING UP THE ENHWI-3GN3
Connect the supplied power-adapter to the power port and then plug it to a wall
power outlet. The ENHWI-3GN3 automatically enters and run the self-test or
initialization in just a few seconds. The Power LED will light a steady red light
indicating that the ENHWI-3GN3 is ready for operation.

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3. Smart Wizard
Connects your computer to the ENHWI-3GN3 router and set up basic settings the easy
way
Before you start the ENHWI-3GN3 router’s Smart Wizard, check for the
followings:
It is recommended using the Ethernet cable connection when running the Smart Wizard
for accuracy purposes.
•Internet connection should be running & ready for internet use (3G internet
connection, ADSL or Cable modem).
•ADSL Modem or Cable Modem must have an RJ-45 LAN port, DSL or Cable
modem usually are supplied by your ISP or Internet Service Provider
•Microsoft Windows compatible PC/Notebook with UPnP enabled Network Interface
Card adapter. (This can be found in your network cards advanced properties within
MS Windows) Optional, this is if you prefer to use the UPnP feature.
•CAT 5 or better network Ethernet cable(s) with RJ-45 connector for PC/Notebook
connections. (** RJ-45 looks like a telephone cable connector but bigger)
Step 1:
•For DSL or Cable Broadband. Connect the ENHWI-3GN3 “WAN Port” & your
Cable or DSL Modem’s LAN port using the provided Blue Ethernet / RJ-45 patch
cable.
•For 3G Internet. Connect the 3G USB Modem to the USB Port. (Note: It may
take around 20 seconds for the router to recognize and initialize the 3G USB
Modem.
Step 2: Connect any of the two available LAN ports to your PC or Notebook’s RJ-45
network interface card port using the provided Yellow Ethernet cable.
Step 3: Power-on the ENHWI-3GN3 unit. The red power LED in the front the panel
should light up & stay on to indicate that the router is ready.
Step 4: Bring up the Smart Wizard. The “Smart Wizard” is a user friendly step-by-step
instruction to help you to initially set up your router to connect your computer(s) to the
internet; it also guides you in setting up the administrator’s user ID and password, set up
the ENHWI-3GN3 wireless security to protect your router and your LAN computers from
hackers and other type of intrusions. Write down user ID and password, in case you
forgot a hardware reset button can bring the settings back to the manufacturers default
ID’s and the changes you made to the settings will be erased.

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Insert the ENHWI-3GN3 Setup Disc CD into your computer’s CDROM drive.An Encore
logo will show up for a few seconds and will be replaced with the Main Menu screen.
Click on the “Setup Wizard” icon to start the “SMART WIZARD”. (Refer to the graphical
instruction below this section)
If in case after you have inserted the CD onto your CDROM drive and nothing happens
or there is no Welcome screen came up, open your computer’s Windows Explorer or
browse the CD contents, go to the root directory and look for the file Setup.exe, double
click it to start the Smart Wizard.
A welcome screen will pop up a few seconds and then will disappear, followed by the menu
screen below.

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Click Setup Wizard to run user friendly step-by-step basic setup settings
Click User Manual to open the user manual (you are stepping into it right now).
Click Adobe Reader to install Adobe Acrobat reader on your PC/Notebook (NOTE: When
clicked, the Adobe Reader will start installing. Click Cancel to stop).
Click EXIT when finish or anytime you want to abort.

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The on-screen instructions below will guide you through the setup.
Click to proceed to the next step. Click to abort.

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Make sure your 3G Internet, DSL modem or Cable modem broadband internet whichever is your
ISP is working properly prior to this step. If not or not sure, call your Internet Service Provider
and have them check and help you in check.
Check your computer’s network settings as shown in the picture above. Click to go to the
next step.

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Connect your 3G modem to the ENHWI-3GN3 USB port / DSL or Cable Modem to the ENHWI-
3GN3 using the supplied Ethernet cable as shown. Check power connection for modem as well
as ENHWI-3GN3. Make sure the antenna is connected properly. Click to go to the next
step.

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The LED that corresponds to the ports being used should light up bright on this stage. Click
to continue.

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This is the last screen from the Smart Wizard. The next few setup screens will be brought up
using your default web browser (Internet Explorer, FireFox, etc). You will be prompted to enter a
username and password, the default is “admin” for both. You can change this default username
and password to your own later on. Take time and follow and read the screen selections and
instructions carefully. If you are in doubt you can contact our 24-hour tech support anytime.
Click to continue. You will now be redirected to the device’s web interface.
Error Opening the page!
f you see this message, it is most likely that your computer is not set to receive an IP Address
automatically which is required by the Smart Wizard, or your computer has a static IP address
assigned which is different from the ENHWI-3GN3 IP address range. It can also be a problem
from the computer, Ethernet cable being used or your default web browser. Try to restart your
computer and try running the Smart Wizard again. If problem persist have a qualified computer
technician or someone who is knowledgeable with computer networking check your computer
and network settings.

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Logging into the ENHWI-3GN3 router’s User Interface for the first time:
The next few steps are still part of the Smart Wizard installation steps, you are now redirected to
the router’s Setup Wizard.