Linksys WRT54G3G-VN User manual

Model No.
Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband
Wireless-G
WRT54G3G (EU/UK/AU)
User Guide
WIRELESS
GHz
802.11g
2,4

Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband
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TableofContents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Welcome 1
What’s in this User Guide? 2
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4
Network Topology 4
Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode 4
Network Layout 4
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Router for
3G/UMTS Broadband 6
The Router’s Ports 6
The Router’s LEDs 7
The Router’s 3G/UMTS Slot 8
Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 9
Overview 9
Hardware Installation for Use of the HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS Service 9
Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem 11
Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router 13
Placement Options 15
Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for HSDPA/3G/UMTS or
GPRS Service 17
Overview 17
Before You Begin 17
Using the Setup Wizard 18
Chapter 6: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN Service Only 28
Overview 28
Before You Begin 28
Using the Setup Wizard 28
Chapter 7: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN and
HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS Service 40
Overview 40
Before You Begin 40
Using the Setup Wizard 41

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Chapter 8: Configuring the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 55
Overview 55
The Setup Tab - Basic Setup 56
The Setup Tab - 3G/UMTS Network 62
The Setup Tab - DDNS 65
The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone 66
The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing 67
The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings 68
The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security 69
The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 73
The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 74
The Security Tab - Firewall 76
The Security Tab - VPN Passthrough 77
The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access 79
The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward 81
The Applications & Gaming Tab - Port Triggering 82
The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ 83
The Applications and Gaming Tab - QoS 83
The Applications and Gaming Tab - SMS 85
The Administration Tab - Management 86
The Administration Tab - Log 87
The Administration Tab - Diagnostics 88
The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 89
The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 89
The Administration Tab - Config Management 89
The Status Tab - 3G/UMTS 90
The Status Tab - Router 91
The Status Tab - Local Network 92
The Status Tab - Wireless 93
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 94
Common Problems and Solutions 94
Frequently Asked Questions 102
Appendix B: Wireless Security 111
Security Precautions 111
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 111

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Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 114
Appendix D: Windows Help 115
Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your
Ethernet Adapter 116
Windows 98SE or Me Instructions 116
Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 116
For the Router’s Web-based Utility 117
Appendix F: Glossary 118
Appendix G: Specifications 123
Appendix H: Warranty Information 125
Appendix I: Regulatory Information 126
Appendix J: Contact Information 140

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ListofFigures
Figure 3-1: The Router’s Ports 6
Figure 3-2: The Router’s Front Panel 6
Figure 3-3: The Router’s LEDs 7
Figure 3-4: The Router’s 3G/UMTS Data Card Slot 8
Figure 4-1: Connect Your Computer 10
Figure 4-2: Connect the Power 10
Figure 4-3: Connect the Broadband Modem 11
Figure 4-4: Connect Your Computer 12
Figure 4-5: Connect the Power 12
Figure 4-6: Diagram for Connection to Another Router 13
Figure 4-7: Connect Another Router 13
Figure 4-8: Connect Your Computer 14
Figure 4-9: Connect the Power 14
Figure 4-10: Stand Attached to the Router 15
Figure 4-11: Measurement between Wall-Mount Slots 16
Figure 5-1: Setup Wizard’s Welcome - Language Selection Screen 18
Figure 5-2: Setup Wizard’s Welcome - Start Wizard Screen 18
Figure 5-3: Select Service Screen 19
Figure 5-4: Insert Vodafone Mobile Connect Card Screen 19
Figure 5-5: Connect the Router to a Computer Screen 20
Figure 5-6: Connect the Router to a Computer Screen, Continued 20
Figure 5-7: Power on the Router Screen 21
Figure 5-8: Check the Router’s Status Screen 21
Figure 5-9: Insert Vodafone Mobile Connect Card Screen 22
Figure 5-10: Check SIM Card Screen 22
Figure 5-11: Configure Vodafone 3G/UMTS or GPRS Services Screen 23
Figure 5-12: Configure Vodafone 3G/UMTS or GPRS Services - Review
Settings Screen 23
Figure 5-13: Set the Router’s Password Screen 24
Figure 5-14: Wireless Settings Screen 24
Figure 5-15: Configure Wireless Security Settings Screen 25

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Figure 5-16: Configure Wireless Security Settings - WPA2-Personal Screen 25
Figure 5-17: Configure Wireless Security Settings - WPA-Personal Screen 26
Figure 5-18: Configure Wireless Security Settings - WEP (128-Bit) Screen 26
Figure 5-19: Confirm New Settings Screen 27
Figure 5-20: Congratulations Screen 27
Figure 6-1: Setup Wizard’s Welcome - Language Selection Screen 28
Figure 6-2: Setup Wizard’s Welcome - Start Wizard Screen 29
Figure 6-3: Select Service Screen 29
Figure 6-4: Disconnect the Modem from the Computer Screen 30
Figure 6-5: Connect the Modem to the Router Screen 30
Figure 6-6: Connect the Router to a Computer Screen 31
Figure 6-7: Connect the Router to a Computer Screen, continued 31
Figure 6-8: Power on the Router Screen 32
Figure 6-9: Check the Router’s Status Screen 32
Figure 6-10: Configure Cable or DHCP Settings Screen 33
Figure 6-11: Configure DSL (PPPoE) Settings Screen 33
Figure 6-12: Enter Static IP Address Settings Screen 34
Figure 6-13: Confirm New Settings Screen 34
Figure 6-14: Set the Router’s Password Screen 35
Figure 6-15: Wireless Settings Screen 35
Figure 6-16: Configure Wireless Security Settings Screen 36
Figure 6-17: Warning about Disabled Wireless Security Screen 36
Figure 6-18: Configure Wireless Security Settings - WPA-Personal Screen 37
Figure 6-19: Configure Wireless Security Settings - WEP (128-Bit) Screen 37
Figure 6-20: Configure Wireless Security Settings - WPA2-Personal Screen 38
Figure 6-21: Confirm New Settings Screen 38
Figure 6-22: Congratulations Screen 39
Figure 7-1: Setup Wizard’s Welcome - Language Selection Screen 41
Figure 7-2: Setup Wizard’s Welcome - Start Wizard Screen 41
Figure 7-3: Select Service Screen 42
Figure 7-4: Insert Vodafone Mobile Connect Card Screen 42
Figure 7-5: Disconnect the Modem from the Computer Screen 43
Figure 7-6: Connect the Modem to the Router Screen 43
Figure 7-7: Connect the Router to a Computer Screen 44

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Figure 7-8: Connect the Router to a Computer Screen, continued 44
Figure 7-9: Power on the Router Screen 45
Figure 7-10: Check the Router’s Status Screen 45
Figure 7-11: Insert Vodafone Mobile Connect Card Screen 46
Figure 7-12: Check SIM Card Screen 46
Figure 7-13: Configure Vodafone 3G/UMTS or GPRS Services Screen 47
Figure 7-14: Configure Vodafone 3G/UMTS or GPRS Services - Review
Settings Screen 47
Figure 7-15: Configure Cable or DHCP Settings Screen 48
Figure 7-16: Configure DSL (PPPoE) Settings Screen 48
Figure 7-17: Enter Static IP Address Settings Screen 49
Figure 7-18: Confirm New Settings Screen 49
Figure 7-19: Set the Router’s Password Screen 50
Figure 7-20: Wireless Settings Screen 50
Figure 7-21: Configure Wireless Security Settings Screen 51
Figure 7-22: Warning about Disabled Wireless Security Screen 51
Figure 7-23: Configure Wireless Security Settings - WPA-Personal Screen 52
Figure 7-24: Configure Wireless Security Settings - WEP (128-Bit) Screen 52
Figure 7-25: Configure Wireless Security Settings - WPA2-Personal Screen 53
Figure 7-26: Confirm New Settings Screen 54
Figure 7-27: Congratulations Screen 54
Figure 8-1: Password Screen 55
Figure 8-2: Mobile Network Status 55
Figure 8-3: Setup Tab - Basic Setup 56
Figure 8-4: DHCP Connection Type 56
Figure 8-5: Static IP Connection Type 57
Figure 8-6: PPPoE Connection Type 57
Figure 8-7: PPTP Connection Type 57
Figure 8-8: Telstra Connection Type 58
Figure 8-9: L2TP Connection Type 58
Figure 8-10: Optional Settings 59
Figure 8-11: Router IP 59
Figure 8-12: DHCP Server Settings 60
Figure 8-13: Network Address Server Settings 60

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Figure 8-14: Time Setting 61
Figure 8-15: Setup Tab - 3G/UMTS 62
Figure 8-16: APN Selection Mode - Manual 63
Figure 8-17: APN Selection Mode - Custom Values 63
Figure 8-18: Setup Tab - DDNS (DynDNS.org) 65
Figure 8-19: Setup Tab - DDNS (TZO.org) 65
Figure 8-20: Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone 66
Figure 8-21: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Gateway) 67
Figure 8-22: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Router) 67
Figure 8-23: Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings 68
Figure 8-24: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Personal - TKIP+AES) 69
Figure 8-25: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Personal - AES) 69
Figure 8-26: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2 Personal - TKIP+AES) 69
Figure 8-27: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2 Personal - AES) 70
Figure 8-28: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Enterprise - TKIP+AES) 70
Figure 8-29: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Enterprise - AES) 70
Figure 8-30: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2 Enterprise - TKIP+AES) 71
Figure 8-31: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2 Enterprise - AES) 71
Figure 8-32: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (RADIUS) 72
Figure 8-33: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WEP) 72
Figure 8-34: Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 73
Figure 8-35: MAC Address Filter List 73
Figure 8-36: Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 74
Figure 8-37: Security Tab - Firewall 76
Figure 8-38: Security Tab - VPN Passthrough 77
Figure 8-39: Security Tab - PPTP Mobile 78
Figure 8-40: Security Tab - L2TP Mobile 78
Figure 8-41: Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access 79
Figure 8-42: Internet Policy Summary 80
Figure 8-43: List of PCs 80
Figure 8-44: Port Services 80
Figure 8-45: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward 81
Figure 8-46: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Triggering 82
Figure 8-47: Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ 83

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Figure 8-48: Applications and Gaming Tab - QoS 83
Figure 8-49: Applications and Gaming Tab - SMS 85
Figure 8-50: Applications and Gaming Tab - SMS Message 85
Figure 8-51: Administration Tab - Management 86
Figure 8-52: Administration Tab - Log 87
Figure 8-53: Administration Tab - Diagnostics 88
Figure 8-54: Ping Test 88
Figure 8-55: Traceroute Test 88
Figure 8-56: Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 89
Figure 8-57: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 89
Figure 8-58: Administration Tab - Config Management 89
Figure 8-59: Status Tab - 3G/UMTS 90
Figure 8-60: Status Tab - Router 91
Figure 8-61: Status Tab - Local Network 92
Figure 8-62: Status Tab - DHCP Clients Table 92
Figure 8-63: Status Tab - Wireless 93
Figure C-1: Upgrade Firmware 114
Figure E-1: IP Configuration Screen 116
Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 116
Figure E-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 116
Figure E-4: MAC Address Filter List 117
Figure E-5: MAC Address Clone 117

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Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
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Chapter1:Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband. The Wireless-G Router for
3G/UMTS Broadband will allow you to network wirelessly better than ever, sharing Internet access, files and fun,
easily and securely.
How does the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband do all of this? A router is a device that allows access to
an Internet connection over a network. With the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband, you can access the
Internet through either your HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS service (requires a Vodafone Mobile Connect HSDPA/3G/
UMTS data card, available separately), or you can use a cable or DSL modem for broadband service. Plus, this
access can be shared over the four switched ports or via the wireless broadcast at up to 54Mbps for Wireless-G
or up to 11Mbps for Wireless-B.
Use the WPA or WPA2 standard to secure your wireless network while the whole network is protected through a
Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall and Network Address Translation (NAT) technology. Run the Setup Wizard
and it will guide you through the steps. You can also access the Router’s features through the easy-to-use,
browser-based utility.
But what does all of this mean?
Networks are useful tools for sharing computer resources. You can access one printer from different computers
and access data located on another computer's hard drive. Networks are even used for playing multiplayer video
games. So, networks are not only useful in homes and offices, they can also be fun.
PCs on a wired network create a LAN, or Local Area Network. They are connected with Ethernet cables, which is
why the network is called “wired”.
PCs equipped with wireless cards or adapters can communicate without cumbersome cables. By sharing the
same wireless settings, within their transmission radius, they form a wireless network. This is sometimes called
a WLAN, or Wireless Local Area Network. The Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband bridges wireless
networks of both 802.11b and 802.11g standards and wired networks, allowing them to communicate with each
other.
With your networks all connected, wired, wireless, and the Internet, you can now share files and Internet
access—and even play games. All the while, the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband protects your
networks from unauthorised and unwelcome users.
lan (local area network): The computers and
networking products that make up the network in
your home or office.
nat (network address translation): NAT technology
translates IP addresses of a local area network to a
different IP address for the Internet.
wpa (wi-fi protected access): a wireless security
protocol using TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol)
encryption, which can be used in conjunction with a
RADIUS server.
spi (stateful packet inspection) firewall: a technology
that inspects incoming packets of information before
allowing them to enter the network.
firewall: Security measures that protect the
resources of a local network from intruders.

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What’s in this User Guide?
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Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Router. If you do not wish to run
the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband, set it up, and configure it to bridge your different networks. These
instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband.
What’s in this User Guide?
This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband.
• Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter describes the Router’s applications and this User Guide.
• Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
This chapter describes the basics of wireless networking.
• Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband
This chapter describes the physical features of the Router.
• Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband
This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Router to your network.
• Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS Service
This chapter walks you through the steps of the Setup Wizard to configure the Router for HSDPA/3G/UMTS or
GPRS service only.
• Chapter 6: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN Service Only
This chapter walks you through the steps of the Setup Wizard to configure the Router for broadband WAN
service only.
• Chapter 7: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN and HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS Service
This chapter walks you through the steps of the Setup Wizard to configure the Router for broadband WAN and
HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS service.
• Chapter 8: Configuring the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband
This chapter explains how to use the web-based utility to configure the settings on the Wireless-G Router for
3G/UMTS Broadband.
• Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding
installation and use of the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband.

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• Appendix B: Wireless Security
This appendix explains the risks of wireless networking and some solutions to reduce the risks.
• Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware
This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade the firmware on the Router should you need to do so.
• Appendix D: Windows Help
This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing
the TCP/IP protocol.
• Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for your Ethernet Adapter.
This appendix describes how to find the MAC address for your computer’s Ethernet adapter so you can use
the MAC filtering and/or MAC address cloning feature of the Router.
• Appendix F: Glossary
This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking.
• Appendix G: Specifications
This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Router.
• Appendix H: Warranty Information
This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Router.
• Appendix I: Regulatory Information
This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Router.
• Appendix J: Contact Information
This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Vodafone and Linksys resources, including
Technical Support.

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Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
Network Topology
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Chapter2:PlanningYourWirelessNetwork
Network Topology
A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network (LAN), except that each
computer in the WLAN uses a wireless device to connect to the network. Computers in a WLAN share the same
frequency channel and SSID, which is an identification name shared by the wireless devices belonging to the
same wireless network.
Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode
Unlike wired networks, wireless networks have two different modes in which they may be set up: infrastructure
and ad-hoc. An infrastructure configuration is a WLAN and wired LAN communicating to each other through an
access point. An ad-hoc configuration is wireless-equipped computers communicating directly with each other.
Choosing between these two modes depends on whether or not the wireless network needs to share data or
peripherals with a wired network or not.
If the computers on the wireless network need to be accessible by a wired network or need to share a peripheral,
such as a printer, with the wired network computers, the wireless network should be set up in Infrastructure
mode. The basis of Infrastructure mode centers around a wireless router or an access point, such as the
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband, which serves as the main point of communications in a wireless
network. The Router transmits data to PCs equipped with wireless network adapters, which can roam within a
certain radial range of the Router. You can arrange the Router and multiple access points to work in succession to
extend the roaming range, and you can set up your wireless network to communicate with your Ethernet
hardware as well.
If the wireless network is relatively small and needs to share resources only with the other computers on the
wireless network, then the Ad-Hoc mode can be used. Ad-Hoc mode allows computers equipped with wireless
transmitters and receivers to communicate directly with each other, eliminating the need for a wireless router or
access point. The drawback of this mode is that in Ad-Hoc mode, wireless-equipped computers are not able to
communicate with computers on a wired network. And, of course, communication between the wireless-
equipped computers is limited by the distance and interference directly between them.
Network Layout
The Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband has been specifically designed for use with both your 802.11b
and 802.11g products. It is compatible with all 802.11g and 802.11b adapters, such as the notebook adapters for
infrastructure: a wireless network that is bridged
to a wired network via an access point.
ssid (service set identifier): your wireless network’s name.
ad-hoc: a group of wireless devices
communicating directly to each other (peer-to-
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your laptop computers, PCI adapters for your desktop PCs, and USB adapters when you want to enjoy USB
connectivity. The Router will also communicate with the Wireless PrintServer and Wireless Ethernet Bridges.
When you wish to connect your wireless network with your wired network, you can use the Wireless-G Router for
3G/UMTS Broadband’s four Ethernet LAN ports. To add more ports, any of the Router's LAN ports can be
connected to any of Linksys's switches.
With these, and many other Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the Linksys website at
www.linksys.com/international for more information about products that work with the Wireless-G Router for
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The Router’s Ports
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The Router’s Ports
The Router's ports and Reset button are located on the side panel with the antenna port.
(Antenna) The antenna port is where you will attach the Router’s antenna.
Internet The Internet port is where you will connect your broadband Internet connection, if you are
using broadband WAN service.
Ethernet
1, 2, 3, 4 These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to your PCs and other Ethernet network devices.
Security Bracket The red bracket labeled “RESET” clips onto the Router. It covers the Reset button and the
security slot on the Router’s front panel. You can remove the security bracket to access the
Reset button. To protect the Router from theft, you can attach a lock to the Router using the
security slot and bracket.
Reset Button There are two ways to reset the Router's factory defaults. Either press the Reset button, for
approximately five seconds, or restore the defaults from the Administration tab - Factory
Defaults tab in the Router's web-based utility.
Power The Power port is where you will connect the power adapter.
IMPORTANT: Resetting the Router will erase
all of your settings (Internet connection,
wireless security, and other settings) and
replace them with the factory defaults. Do not
reset the Router if you want to retain these
settings.
Figure 3-1: The Router’s Ports
Figure 3-2: The Router’s Front Panel
Security
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The Router’s LEDs
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The Router’s LEDs
The Router’s LEDs are located on the Router’s other side panel.
3G/UMTS Button This button allows you to connect to and disconnect from the HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS
network (you can also use the Basic Setup tab of the Router’s web-based utility).
POWER Green. The POWER LED lights up and will stay on when the Router is powered on. When the
Router goes through its self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up, this LED will flash. When
the diagnostic is complete, the LED will be solidly lit.
ETHERNET
1, 2, 3, 4 Green. These numbered LEDs, corresponding with the numbered ports on the Router’s back
panel, serve two purposes. If the LED is continuously lit, the Router is successfully connected
to a device through that port. A flashing LED indicates network activity over that port.
DMZ Green. The DMZ LED lights up and will remain lit while the Router uses its DMZ function.
WIRELESS Green. The WIRELESS LED lights up whenever there is a successful wireless connection. If the
LED is flashing, the Router is actively sending or receiving data over the wireless network.
3G/UMTS Blue/Green. The 3G/UMTS LED flashes as the Router connects to the mobile network. It is
solidly lit when the connection is established. The LED lights up blue if the Router connects to
a HSDPA/3G/UMTS network. It lights up green if the Router connects to a GPRS network.
If the LED quickly flashes, alternating between blue and green, and the Router does not have a
connection to the mobile network, then either the Router’s PIN code is incorrect, or there is no
Vodafone Mobile Connect HSDPA/3G/UMTS data or SIM card inserted when you push the 3G/
UMTS Connect/Disconnect button. Contact Vodafone for assistance (contact information is
available in “Appendix J: Contact Information”).
INTERNET Green. The INTERNET LED lights up when a connection is made through the Internet port.
Figure 3-3: The Router’s LEDs

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The Router’s 3G/UMTS Slot
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The Router’s 3G/UMTS Slot
The Router’s 3G/UMTS slot is located on the Router’s top panel.
3G/UMTS Slot Insert the Vodafone Mobile Connect HSDPA/3G/UMTS data card (available separately) into this
slot if the Router will connect to a HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS service.
Figure 3-4: The Router’s 3G/UMTS Data Card Slot

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Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband
Overview
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Chapter4:ConnectingtheWireless-GRouterfor3G/UMTS
Broadband
Overview
Most users who are connecting the Router to the Internet for the first time can proceed to the appropriate chapter
about the Setup Wizard and use this chapter as reference on how to connect the hardware. There are three
chapters about the Setup Wizard available. If you want to configure the Router for HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS
service only, go to “Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS Service.” If you
want to configure the Router for broadband WAN service only, go to “Chapter 6: Setting up the Wireless-G Router
for Broadband WAN Service Only.” If you want to configure the Router for broadband WAN and HSDPA/3G/UMTS or
GPRS service, go to “Chapter 7: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN and HSDPA/3G/UMTS or
GPRS Service.”
This chapter includes three sets of instructions. If the Router will use the HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS service only,
follow the instructions in “Hardware Installation for Use of the HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS Service.” If the Router
will be the only router in your network and you have a broadband modem, follow the instructions in “Hardware
Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem.” If you want to install the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS
Broadband behind another router in your network, then follow the instructions in “Hardware Installation for
Connection to Another Router.”
Hardware Installation for Use of the HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS Service
1. Power down your network devices.
2. Locate an optimum location for the Router. The best place for the Router is usually at the center of your
wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations.
3. Attach the antenna and fix its direction. Try to place the Router in a position that will best cover your wireless
network. Normally, the higher you place the antenna, the better the performance will be.

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4. Connect your network PCs or Ethernet devices to the Router’s numbered ports using standard Ethernet
network cabling.
5. Connect the power adapter to the Router's Power port, and plug the other end into an electrical outlet. Only
use the power adapter supplied with the Router. Use of a different adapter may result in product damage.
Proceed to the section at the end of this chapter, “Placement Options.”
Figure 4-1: Connect Your Computer
Figure 4-2: Connect the Power
IMPORTANT: Make sure you use the power
adapter that is supplied with the Router. Use of a
different power adapter could damage the Router.