iiNet MobiiConnect 4G User manual

Manual

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MobiiConnect 4G Overview 4
LED indicators guide 5
Manually running the installation software 6
Logging in to the Web Management page 7
Web Management - Status icons 8
Web Management Home Page 9
Web Management - Information tab 10
Information > Statistics 11
Information > Data Limit Settings 12
Web Management - SD Card tab 13
Web Management – SMS tab 14
Web Management – Phonebook tab 14
Web Management - Settings tab 14
Settings > Network Settings > Dial up Settings 15
Settings > Network Settings > Network selection 16
Settings > Network Settings > APN 17
Settings > Wi-Fi Settings > Basic Settings 18
Settings > Wi-Fi Settings > Advanced Settings 19
Settings > WPS 20
Settings > Device settings > Account Management 21

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Settings > Device settings > PIN Management 21
Settings > Device settings > Reset 23
Settings > Device settings > Power Save 24
Settings > Device settings > Update Management 24
Settings > Firewall > Port Filtering 25
Settings > Firewall > Port Mapping 26
Settings > Firewall > System Security 27
Settings > DMZ 27
Settings > Firewall > Router Settings 28
Settings > Firewall > Internet Wi-Fi 29
Using the External Antenna Ports 30
How to Factory Reset the MobiiConnect 4G 31
Uninstalling the MobiiConnect 4G software 32
Precautions and Safety Information 33
RF Safety Information 34
Radio Frequency Energy 34
Declaration of Conformity - SAR 34
Technical Specifications 35
Contact Details 38

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MobiiConnect 4G Overview
1. USB plug for computer, AC
adapter or car charger adapter
2. Reset button
3. microSD™ memory card slot
4. SIM card slot (Standard size only)
5. LED status lights

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LED indicators guide
Wi-Fi Status Light Meaning
Not Lit Wi-Fi is Off. Use Web Management page to turn back on
Blue solid WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is active
Blue blinking Wi-Fi is active
4G Status Light Meaning
Red Offline, not registered on a mobile network
Green solid Registered on 3G or 2G network
Green blinking Active data transfer on 3G or 2G network
Blue solid Registered on 4G network
Blue blinking Active data transfer on 4G network

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Manually running the installation software
The installation software is pre-loaded onto your USB modem. Typically, it will run automatically when you plug it in
to a computer for the first time, but you can run it manually by doing the following.
1. Plug the modem into a USB port on your computer.
2. If use Microsoft Windows and you see an AutoPlay window pop up, click Open folder to view files.
3. Otherwise, you’ll need to open My Computer (Windows) or Macintosh HD (Mac) and double click on the USB
drive that the MobiiConnect 4G is plugged into e.g. CD Drive (E:) MobiiConnect 4G
4. Double click Autorun.exe
5. Run through the on-screen instructions. The installation will create a shortcut icon on your desktop.
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Logging in to the Web Management page
1. Open your internet browser and go to http://192.168.0.1
2. Log in with the default password admin. If you’ve changed your password from the default, use your custom
password instead.

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Web Management - Status icons
You’ll see these icons in the upper right-hand corner of the Web Management page.
Status Icon Meaning
No SIM, PIN locked, PUK locked or faulty SIM
SIM card is inserted
No Network signal
Network signal level indicator
Internet is disconnected
Internet is connected
Wi-Fi is ON with number of connected users

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Web Management Home Page
The Disconnect button on the Home page will take MobiiConnect 4G offline.

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Tip
Click Change to customise your Wi-Fi network name (SSID).
Web Management - Information tab
You can view the device information on this page.

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Information > Statistics
Select Statistics from the left-hand column to view your data usage on this page.
Please note that data usage shown here is approximate. Always refer to usage records provided by your Mobile
Broadband provider. iiNet Group customers will find their usage records available in toolbox.iinet.net.au or their
equivalent account management page.

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Information > Data Limit Settings
Select Data Limit Settings from the left-hand column to set data usage limits and reminders on your device.
Please note that data usage recorded is approximate and may not be aligned with your billing cycle. Always refer
to the usage alerts sent by your Mobile Broadband provider via SMS and/or email.

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Web Management - SD Card tab
If you insert a compatible microSD™ memory card in your MobiiConnect 4G, you can use it as an external drive to
store and transfer files.
Compatible microSD™ cards are FAT 16 format (up to 2GB) and FAT 32 format (up to 32GB).
USB Mode: The SD card can only be accessed via the USB connection.
HTTP Share Mode: The SD card can be accessed by all devices connected to the MobiiConnect 4G’s Wi-Fi.
When enabled, select HTTP Share from the left-hand column to access the files stored on the SD card.

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Web Management – SMS tab
Web Management – Phonebook tab
Web Management - Settings tab
iiNet Group Mobile Broadband services do not currently support this feature.
iiNet Group Mobile Broadband services do not currently support this feature.
You’ll see the Quick Settings wizard on this page. You can run through the steps to configure your device if required.

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Settings > Network Settings > Dial up Settings
The default setting for WAN Connection Mode is Automatic.
If set to Manual, the MobiiConnect 4G will not automatically connect to the internet whenever it is plugged in.
You can enable roaming mode on this page, but please note that international roaming is not offered with
any iiNet Group Mobile Broadband Service. You should leave this disabled.
If you want to change these settings, you need to click the Disconnect button first.
If you make any changes, click Apply to save them.

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Settings > Network Settings > Network selection
Network Selection is set to Automatic by default. This is recommended because it allows your MobiiConnect 4G
to default to the 3G or 2G networks in areas where 4G or 3G coverage is not available.
If you want to change this setting, you need to click the Disconnect button first.
If you make any changes, click Apply to save them.

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Settings > Network Settings > APN
The MobiiConnect 4G is preconfigured with default APN for iiNet (Westnet also uses this setting), Internode and
TransACT.
If you need to change this setting, you need to click the Disconnect button first.
Select the correct Profile for your Mobile Broadband Service Provider from the drop-down menu.
If required, click Add New to manually enter a new APN.
Set a Profile Name, enter the correct APN details and then press Save to save your new APN profile.
Click Set as default to save any changes. This will also make the selected APN profile your default
connection setting.

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Settings > Wi-Fi Settings > Basic Settings
Set Wi-Fi Switch to Enable or Disable to control the availability of your MobiiConnect 4G Wi-Fi. If disabled, other
devices will not be able to connect to the MobiiConnect 4G wirelessly.
On this page you can customise your Network Name (SSID) and Password (Pass Phrase) if desired.
Password Security Mode should be set to WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK for optimum security.
Setting Broadcast Network Name (SSID) to Disable will hide your network name from all Wi-Fi devices.
You’ll need to manually enter your Network Name and Password on a device to connect to the Wi-Fi.
Click Apply to save any changes.
If you change your settings, all devices connected to the Wi-Fi will need to re-connect using the new settings.

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Settings > Wi-Fi Settings > Advanced Settings
On this page you can manually configure your advanced Wi-Fi settings.
If you suspect you’re experiencing network congestion on a specific Wi-Fi channel, select a different channel from
the Frequency (Channel) drop-down menu.
Band Selection should remain at 2.4GHz for use with Network Mode: 802.11 b/g/n. This setting supports most
Wi-Fi devices currently sold in Australia.
If you use older Wi-Fi devices, consider setting Network Mode to 802.11g only. Older devices may not support
802.11n Wi-Fi.
Click Apply to save any changes.

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Settings > WPS
WPS stands for “Wi-Fi Protected Setup”. Follow the steps below to connect WPS-compatible devices to the Wi-Fi:
1. Set a PIN number and then click Apply to save your changes.
2. Enable WPS. Once enabled, WPS will remain active for 2 minutes.
3. Connect your devices to the Wi-Fi using the WPS PIN. Please consult the user manual for your device for more
detailed WPS connection instructions.