NetComm 3G42W-M User manual

WAN Interface
DC
-HSPA+ x 1 (Up to 42Mbps Downlink/5.76 Mbps Uplink)
Network Standards
Supports quad
-band UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA (850/900/1900/2100MHz)
Antenna Type
Internal
3G antenna with SMA connector for optional external antenna
LAN
Interface
Ethernet x 4
WLAN
IEEE 802.11n
backward compatible with 802.11b/g
USB 2.0 ports
2 x USB2.0 ports for Print Server/Mass
Storage
Power
External Power adaptor 100
-240VAC to 12VDC/1.5A
Environment
al
Conditions
Operating temperature 0 ~ 50 degrees Celsius
Relative humidity 5 ~ 90% (non
-condensing)
Dimensions
195mm (W) x 65mm(H) x 160mm(D)

Wireless Security Card
Power Supply
Quick Start Guide
Ethernet Cable
User Manual on CD

SIM Slot: Mobily SIM card goes in this slot
LAN ports: 4 Ethernet ports to allow Wired connections
Reset button: To factory default the device
Power connector: Connect the power supply to power up the device
External Antenna connector: SMA connector to connect an optional external antenna

Signal Strength LED: Indicates your connection to the Wireless Service Provider
(Carrier). Signal strength ranges from High, Medium & Low.
Network Connection LED: Indicates whether you are connected via the 2G or the
3G network.
Ethernet Connection LED: Indicates which of the 4 LAN ports are active.
www LED: Indicates whether your Internet connection is active.
WiFi LED: Indicates whether your Wi-Fi network connection is active.
Power LED: Indicates whether your device is ON.
Device ON/OFF button: Use this button to turn the device ON or OFF

Connecting via cable (wired)
1. Connect the yellow Ethernet cable to one of the yellow ports at the back
of the router
2. Connect the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable to your computer.
3. Wait 30 seconds for the connection to establish.
4. You are now connected to the internet
Connecting wirelessly
1. Ensure WiFi is activated on your device (computer/laptop/smartphone)
2. Scan for wireless networks in your area and connect to the network name that
matches the Wireless Network Name found on your Wireless Security Card.
3. When prompted for your wireless security settings, enter the Wireless
Security Key listed on your Wireless Security Card.
4. Wait 30 seconds for the connection to establish.
5. You are now connected to the internet.

Advanced Configuration
1. For advanced configuration, open your browser (eg. Internet Explorer, Safari)
2. Enter the address of your Router (Default: http://192.168.1.1/)
3. When prompted for your Username and Password enter:
Username: admin
Password: admin

Wireless 42Mbps router
Using DC-HSPA+ technology and NetComm’s unique design to give you up to
42Mbps downlink and 5.6Mbps uplink speeds
Built-in 11n WiFi
Covers 55 metres in every direction and gives you speeds up to 300Mbps
Cable Management
Side cover ensures that your cables stay in order
2x USB ports
Allows you to connect a printer and an external storage device and share them
within your network
External Antenna
Allows you to connect an external antenna to get better signal coverage
Unique housing design
Using natural ventilation, cold air enters from the bottom of the unit, flows over
the inside of the unit and throws the warm air from the top, just like a chimney

No ADSL or Cable available
Offices/Homes outside the range of ADSL or cable broadband access
Away from the office
For Employees who need to freely move their high speed connection
with them
Small to Medium offices setup
Connect multiple wired & wireless devices
Frequent Movers/Renters
For customers who need to freely move their high speed internet
connection with them
3G42W-M can be shared
Customers who discover they cannot share their wireless USB modem
with family, friends or colleagues and need a device that will allow
them to share their mobile broadband connection

Having trouble accessing the Internet?
1. Check if the SIM is inserted at the back of the unit
2. Make sure that the device is powered ON.
3. You should see 5 LED’s ON -Power LED, one of the Signal Strength LED’s,
either the 2G or the 3G LED, the www LED and the Wi-Fi LED.
4. Make sure you are connected to the device either through a LAN/Ethernet
cable or wirelessly.
5. If all else fails, reboot the device and try again.

Having trouble connecting Wirelessly?
1. Check if the WiFi LED is ON.
2. Make sure you are connected to the right Wireless Network and have entered
the password correctly.
If all else fails, take a PIN and hold the RESET button at the back of the unit down
for 10 seconds to set the unit to its factory defaults and try again.