Linksys WRT54G3GV2-VF Original operating instructions

Wireless-G Router for
3G/UMTS Broadband
Model No: WRT54G3GV2-VF
QUICK INSTALLATION
Package Contents
Wireless-G Router for
3G/UMTS Broadband
Setup CD-ROM
User Guide and Quick Installation on
CD-ROM
AC Power Supply with UK, Euro, and
Australia Plug Adapters
Car Power Adapter
Ethernet Cable
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Overview
There are two ways to set up the Router for Internet connection. Select one.
Broadband WAN and 3G/UMTS Broadband
3G/UMTS Broadband Only
Before you begin, make sure that you have the following:
Broadband WAN and 3G/UMTS Broadband
Activated 3G/UMTS broadband service from Vodafone
Vodafone 3G/UMTS broadband device service information
Broadband modem
Settings for your broadband Internet connection
3G/UMTS Broadband Only
Activated 3G/UMTS broadband service from Vodafone
Vodafone 3G/UMTS broadband device service information
Insert the Setup CD-ROM into your
CD-ROM drive. The Setup Wizard
should run automatically, and the
Welcome screen should appear. If it
does not, click your taskbar’s Start
button and select Run. In the Open
field, enter D:\SetupWizard.exe
(where “D” is the letter of your CD-
ROM drive).
Select your preferred language
from the drop down menu. To
begin installation, click the Click
Here to Start button.
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2.
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A.
B.
Insert the CDInsert the CD
Click Here to StartClick Here to Start

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Overview
To accept the license agreement,
click Next.
Make sure the Router is powered
off. Insert the Vodafone 3G/UMTS
Broadband Device into the Router’s
PC Card slot or USB port.
Click Next.
If you have a cable or DSL
connection, keep the screen’s
default, Yes, and then click
Next. Proceed to the section, “1
Broadband WAN and 3G./UMTS
Broadband”.
If you do not have a cable or
DSL connection, select No on
this screen, and then click Next.
Proceed to the section, “2 3G/UMTS
Broadband Only”.
C.
D.
E.
Accept the License AgreementAccept the License Agreement
Insert the Vodafone 3G/UMTS Broadband
Device
Insert the Vodafone 3G/UMTS Broadband
Device
Add Another Internet ConnectionAdd Another Internet Connection

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Make sure the Router is powered
off. Disconnect the network cable
from your computer. (This is the
cable that connects the computer
to your modem.)
Click Next.
Connect the cable from the
modem to the Modem port on the
Router. (This is the same cable that
you just disconnected from your
computer in step A.)
Click Next.
Connect the included yellow
network cable to the Ethernet
network port of your computer.
Click Next.
A.
B.
C.
Disconnect the ModemDisconnect the Modem
Connect the Modem to the RouterConnect the Modem to the Router
Connect the Network Cable to
the Computer
Connect the Network Cable to
the Computer
Broadband WAN and 3G/UMTS Broadband1�

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Broadband WAN and 3G/UMTS Broadband
Connect the other end of the
yellow cable to one of the yellow
Ethernet ports labeled 1-4 on the
side panel of the Router.
Repeat steps C and D to connect
additional computers or other
devices to the Router. (Additional
network cables are not included.)
Click Next.
Connect the power adapter to the
Router’s Power port. Plug the cord
into an electrical outlet (if needed,
attach the included, appropriate
power plug adapter).
Click Next.
The Power LED will flash for about
a minute during the self-test. It will
be solidly lit when the self-test is
complete.
If the Power LED does not stop
flashing, refer to“Appendix A:
Troubleshooting” in the User Guide
on the CD-ROM.
Click Next.
D.
E.
F.
Connect the Network Cable to the RouterConnect the Network Cable to the Router
Connect to PowerConnect to Power
Check the Router’s StatusCheck the Router’s Status

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Broadband WAN and 3G/UMTS Broadband
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup and configuration.
NOTE: For advanced configuration changes, refer to “Chapter 3:
Advanced Configuration” in the User Guide on the CD-ROM.
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Connect the included yellow
network cable to the Ethernet
network port of your computer.
Click Next.
Connect the other end of the
yellow cable to one of the yellow
Ethernet ports labeled 1-4 on the
side panel of the Router.
Repeat steps A and B to connect
additional computers or other
devices to the Router. (Additional
network cables are not included.)
Click Next.
Connect the power adapter to
the Router’s Power port. Plug the
other end into an electrical outlet
(if needed, attach the included,
appropriate power plug adapter).
Click Next.
A.
B.
C.
Connect the Network Cable to
the Computer
Connect the Network Cable to
the Computer
Connect the Network Cable to the RouterConnect the Network Cable to the Router
Connect to PowerConnect to Power
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3G/UMTS Broadband Only
The Power LED will flash for about
a minute during the self-test. It will
be solidly lit when the self-test is
complete.
If the Power LED does not stop
flashing, refer to“Appendix A:
Troubleshooting” in the User Guide
on the CD-ROM.
Click Next.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup and configuration.
NOTE: For advanced configuration changes, refer to “Chapter 3:
Advanced Configuration” in the User Guide on the CD-ROM.
D.
E.
Check the Router’s StatusCheck the Router’s Status

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Notes
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For contact details or to get support for your Vodafone Mobile Connect card, reference the
Vodafone Customer Contact document that came with the 3G/UMTS broadband router. For
additional information or troubleshooting help, refer to the User Guide on the Setup CD-ROM.
Website
www.support.vodafone.com or www.linksys.com/vodafone.
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