RidgeWave 6300NEL User manual

Last revised: December, 2014
Version release: v1.01
User Manual
6300NEL
4G/LTE Wireless Broadband Router

TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................................2
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION .........................1
INTRODUCTION TO YOUR ROUTER .............................................................. 1
FEATURES &SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................... 3
HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................... 4
APPLICATION DIAGRAM .......................................................................... 6
CHAPTER 2: PRODUCT OVERVIEW...............7
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR USING THIS ROUTER ................................................ 7
DEVICE DESCRIPTION .............................................................................. 8
Front Panel LEDs................................................................................................8
Rear Panel Connectors ......................................................................................9
CABLING ............................................................................................ 10
CHAPTER 3: BASIC INSTALLATION.............11
NETWORK CONFIGURATION –IPV4 ......................................................... 12
Configuring PC in Windows 7 (IPv4) ................................................................12
Configuring PC in Windows Vista (IPv4) ..........................................................14
Configuring PC in Windows XP (IPv4) ..............................................................16
Configuring PC in Windows 2000 (IPv4) ..........................................................17
Configuring PC in Windows 98/ME .................................................................18
Configuring PC in Windows NT4.0...................................................................19
NETWORK CONFIGURATION –IPV6 ......................................................... 20
Configuring PC in Windows 7 (IPv6) ................................................................20
Configuring PC in Windows Vista (IPv6) ..........................................................22
Configuring PC in Windows XP (IPv6) ..............................................................24
DEFAULT SETTINGS............................................................................... 25
INFORMATION FROM YOUR ISP .............................................................. 26

CHAPTER 4: DEVICE CONFIGURATION ......27
LOGIN TO YOUR DEVICE ......................................................................... 27
STATUS.............................................................................................. 29
Device Info ......................................................................................................30
System Log ......................................................................................................32
3G/4G-LTE Status.............................................................................................33
Statistics ..........................................................................................................34
DHCP Table......................................................................................................39
Disk Status.......................................................................................................39
QUICK START ...................................................................................... 40
CONFIGURATION.................................................................................. 44
Interface Setup................................................................................................44
Internet ........................................................................................................................ 45
LAN............................................................................................................................... 51
Wireless........................................................................................................................ 55
Wireless MAC Filter ...................................................................................................... 66
Advanced Setup ..............................................................................................67
Firewall......................................................................................................................... 68
Routing......................................................................................................................... 69
NAT............................................................................................................................... 70
Static DNS..................................................................................................................... 75
QoS............................................................................................................................... 76
Interface Grouping ....................................................................................................... 77
Time Schedule .............................................................................................................. 80
Access Management .......................................................................................81
Device Management .................................................................................................... 81
SNMP ........................................................................................................................... 82
Universal Plug & Play ................................................................................................... 83
Dynamic DNS................................................................................................................ 84
Access Control .............................................................................................................. 86
Packet Filter.................................................................................................................. 88
CWMP (TR-069)............................................................................................................ 91
Parental Control ........................................................................................................... 93
SAMBA & FTP Server .................................................................................................... 94
Maintenance ...................................................................................................97
User Management ....................................................................................................... 97
Time Zone................................................................................................................... 101
Firmware & Configuration .......................................................................................... 102
System Restart............................................................................................................ 104

Diagnostics Tool.......................................................................................................... 105
CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING ............107
Problems with the Router .............................................................................107
Problem with LAN Interface ..........................................................................107
Recovery Procedures.....................................................................................108
APPENDIX: PRODUCT SUPPORT & CONTACT
.......................................................................109

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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
Introduction to your Router
Congratulations on your purchase of the RIDGEWAVE 6300NEL (4G/LTE Wireless Broadband
Router). This router is a compact and advanced broadband router that offers flexible and multiple
Internet connection options, EWAN and embedded 4G/LTE interfaces, for home, SOHO, and office
users to enjoy high-speed, high-level security Internet connection via cellular wireless and/or Ethernet
WAN. With an integrated 802.11n wireless access point and 4-port Gigabit Ethernet LAN, this router
enables faster wireless speed of up to 300Mbps and LAN connection 10 times faster than regular
10/100Mbps Ethernet LAN. RIDGEWAVE 6300NEL (4G/LTE Wireless Broadband Router) provides
a unique Management Center enabling users to monitor 4G/LTE signal strength, bandwidth, download
speed, and many more.
4G/LTE Mobility
With 4G/LTE-based Internet connection (4G/LTE embedded module, requires an additional SIM card),
you can access to the Internet through 4G/LTE whether you are seated at your desk or taking a
cross-country trip.
4G/LTE Management Center
RIDGEWAVE 6300NEL (4G/LTE Wireless Broadband Router) Mobile Management Center visually
displays its current 4G/LTE signal status also calculates the total amount of hours or data traffic used
per month, allowing you to manage your 4G/LTE monthly subscriptions.
Wireless Mobility and Security
With an integrated 802.11n Wireless Access Point, this router delivers up to 3 times the wireless
coverage of a 802.11b/g network device, so that wireless access is available everywhere in the house
or office. If your network requires wider coverage, the built-in Wireless Distribution System (WDS)
allows you to expand your wireless network without additional wires or cables. RIDGEWAVE
6300NEL (4G/LTE Wireless Broadband Router) also supports the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
standard and allows users to establish a secure wireless network just by pressing a button. Multiple
SSIDs allow users to access different networks through a single access point. Network managers can
assign different policies and functions for each SSID, increasing the flexibility and efficiency of the
network infrastructure.
IPv6 Supported
Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) is a version of the Internet Protocol that is designed to succeed IPv4.
IPv6 has a vastly larger address space than IPv4. The router is already supporting IPv6, you can use
it in IPv6 environment no need to change device. The dual-stack protocol implementation in an
operating system is a fundamental IPv4-to-IPv6 transition technology. It implements IPv4 and IPv6
protocol stacks either independently or in a hybrid form. The hybrid form is commonly implemented in
modern operating systems supporting IPv6.

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Quick Start Wizard
Support a WEB GUI page to install this device quickly. With this wizard, simple steps will get you
connected to the Internet immediately.
Firmware Upgradeable
Device can be upgraded to the latest firmware through the WEB based GUI.

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Features & Specifications
• 4G/LTE for high speed mobile broadband connectivity
•Gigabit Ethernet WAN (GbE WAN) for Cable/Fiber/xDSL high WAN throughput
• Gigabit Ethernet LAN
• IPv6 ready (IPv4/IPv6 dual stack)
•Multiple wireless SSIDs with wireless guest access and client isolation
• IEEE 802.11 b/g/n compliant Wireless Access Point with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
• Wi-Fi ProtectedAccess (WPA-PSK/ WPA2-PSK) and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)
• SOHO Firewall Security with DoS Preventing and Packet Filtering
• Quality of Service Control for traffic prioritization management
• Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) Compliance
• Ease of Use with Quick Installation Wizard
• One USB port for NAS (FTP/ SAMBA server)
•Ideal for SOHO, office, and home users
Network Protocols and Features
• IPv4, IPv6 or IPv4 / IPv6 Dual Stack
• NAT, static (v4/v6) routing and RIP-1 / 2
• DHCPv4 / v6
• Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) Compliant
• Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS)
• Virtual Server and DMZ
• SNTP, DNS proxy
• IGMP snooping and IGMP proxy
• MLD snooping and MLD proxy
Firewall
• Built-in NAT Firewall
• Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI)
• DoS attack prevention including Land Attack, Ping of Death, etc
•Access control
• IP&MAC filter, URL Content Filter
• Password protection for system management
•VPN pass-through

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Quality of Service Control
•Traffic prioritization management based-on Protocol, Port Number and IP Address (IPv4/ IPv6)
Wireless LAN
• Compliant with IEEE 802.11 b/ g/ n standards
• 2.4 GHz - 2.484GHz radio band for wireless
• Up to 300 Mbps wireless operation rate
• 64 / 128 bits WEP supported for encryption
• WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) for easy setup
• Wireless Security with WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK support
• WDS repeater function support
USB Application Server
• Storage/NAS: SAMBA Server, FTP Server
• 3G/4G LTE Mobile Internet Connection
Management
•Quick Installation wizard
• Web-based GUI for remote and local management (IPv4/IPv6)
• Firmware upgrades and configuration data upload and download via web-based GUI
• Supports DHCP server / client / relay
• Supports SNMP v1, v2, v3, MIB-I and MIB-II
• TR-069 supports remote management
Hardware Specifications
Physical interface
• 4G LTE antenna: 2 external antennas
• SIM card slot: Mini SIM card (2FF) slot for mobile broadband connectivity
• USB: USB 2.0 port for storage service
• Ethernet: 4-port 10 / 100 / 1000Mbps auto-crossover (MDI / MDI-X) Switch
• EWAN: RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port for connecting to Cable/Fiber/xDSL modem for Broadband
connectivity.

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• Factory default reset button
• Wireless on/off and WPS push button
• DC Power jack
Physical Specifications
• Dimensions (W*H*D): 9.04" x 6.10" x 1.27"(229.5mm x 155mm x 32.24mm)

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Application Diagram
RIDGEWAVE 6300NEL (4G/LTE Wireless Broadband Router) is an all-in-one router, supporting 2
connection options (4/LTE and EWAN) to connect to the Internet.
4G/LTE router mode
With an embedded 4G/LTE module, the router can be used to connect to high speed mobile fixed
wireless connection.
Broadband Router Mode
This router also has a Gigabits Ethernet WAN port (EWAN) to connect with your Fiber / Cable/ xDSL
modem.

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CHAPTER 2: PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Important Note for Using This Router
Place the router on a stable surface.
Only use the power adapter that comes with the package. Using
a different voltage rating power adaptor may damage the router.
Attention
Do not use the router in high humidity or high temperature.
Do not use the same power source for the RIDGEWAVE
6300NEL on other equipment.
Do not open or repair the case yourself. If the device becomes
too hot, turn off the power immediately and have it repaired at
a qualified service center.
Avoid using this product and all accessories outdoors.
Warning

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Device Description
Front Panel LEDs
LED
STATUS
DESCRIPTION
Power
Green
System is up and ready
Red
Boot failure
EWAN
Lit up
RIDGEWAVE 6300NEL is successfully connected with a broadband connection
device.
Green
Transmission speed is at Gigabit speed (1000Mbps)
Orange
Transmission speed is at 10/100Mbps
Blinking
Data being transmitted/received
Ethernet Port
LAN 1 ~ 3
Green
Transmission speed is at Gigabit speed (1000Mbps)
Orange
Transmission speed is at 10/100Mbps
Blinking
Data being transmitted/received
USB
Green
Connecting to a USB dongle or a hard drive.
Wireless/WPS
Green
Wireless connection established
Green blinking
Data being transmitted / received
Orange
WPS configuration is in progress
LTE
(Received Signal
Strength
Indicator)
Green
RSSI greater than -69 dBm. Excellent signal condition
Green
Flashing
quickly
RSSI from -81 to -69 dBm. Good signal condition
Orange
Flashing
quickly
RSSI from -99 to -81 dBm. Fair signal condition.
Orange
Flashing slowly
RSSI less than -99 dBm. Poor signal condition.
Orange
No signal and the 4G_LTE module is in service
Off
No LTE module or LTE module fails
Internet
Green
IP connected and traffic is passing thru the device.
Red
IP request failed.
Off
RIDGEWAVE 6300NEL is either in bridged mode or WAN connection not ready.

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Rear Panel Connectors
* Note: 1. For WPS configuration, please refer to the WPS section in the User Manual.
PORT
MEANING
1
LTE Antenna
Screw the supplied LTE antennas onto the antenna connectors on both sides.
2
SIM Card Slot
Insert the mini SIM card (2FF) with the gold contact facing down.
Push the mini SIM card (2FF) inwards to eject it
3
USB
The USB can either setup for 3G/4G LTE internet access or storage/file sharing.
(1) For File Sharing: Connect an external USB dongle / hard drive for storage, network
sharing, etc
(2) For 3G/4G LTE Internet Connection: Connect with an external USB 3G/4G LTE
modem or dongle with an activate data plan (internet access).
4
Gigabit
LAN Ethernet
(1~3)
Connect a UTP Ethernet cable (Cat-5 or Cat-5e) to one of the four LAN ports when
connecting to a PC or an office/home network of 10Mbps /100Mbps /1000Mbps
5
Gigabit EWAN
Connect to Fiber/ Cable/ xDSL Modem with a RJ-45 cable
6
Reset
After the device is powered on, press it 6 seconds or above: to restore to factory default
settings (this is used when you cannot login to the router, e.g. forgot your password)
7
WPS &
Wireless On/Off
By controlling the pressing time, users can achieve two different effects:
(1) WPS*1: Press &hold the button for less than 6 seconds to trigger WPS function.
(2) Wireless ON/OFF button: Press & hold the button for more than 6 seconds to On/Off
the wireless.
8
Power Jack (DC)
Connect the supplied Power Adapter to this jack.
9
Power
Power ON/OFF switch
1
2
6
7
1
9
8
4
3
5

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Cabling
One of the most common causes of problemsis bad cabling. Make sure that all connected devices are
turned on. On the front panel of the product is a bank of LEDs. Verify that the LAN Link and LEDs are
lit. If they are not, verify that you are using the proper cables.
Make sure that all other devices (e.g. telephones, fax machines, analogue modems) connected to the
same telephone line as your BEC router have a line filter connected between them and the wall socket
(unless you are using a Central Splitter or Central Filter installed by a qualified and licensed
electrician), and that all line filters are correctly installed in a right way. If the line filter is not correctly
installed and connected, it may cause problems to your connection or may result in frequent
disconnections.

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CHAPTER 3: BASIC INSTALLATION
The router can be configured with your web browser. A web browser is included as a standard
application in the following operating systems: Windows 98 / NT /2000 / XP / ME / 7 / Vista, Linux, Mac
OS, etc. The product provides an easy and user-friendly interface for configuration.
PCs must have an Ethernet interface installed properly and be connected to the router either directly
or through an external repeater hub, and have TCP/IP installed or configured to obtain an IP address
through a DHCP server or a fixed IP address that must be in the same subnet as the router. The
default IP address of the router is 192.168.1.254 and the subnet mask is 255.255.255.0 (i.e. any
attached PC must be in the same subnet, and have an IP address in the range of 192.168.1.1 to
192.168.1.253). The best and easiest way is to configure the PC to get an IP address automatically
from the router using DHCP. If you encounter any problems accessing the router’s web interface it
may also be advisable to uninstall any kind of software firewall on your PCs, as they can cause
problems accessing the 192.168.1.254 IP address of the router. Users should make their own
decisions on how to best protect their network.
Please follow the steps below for your PC’s network environment installation. First of all, please check
your PC’s network components. The TCP/IP protocol stack and Ethernet network adapter must be
installed. If not, please refer to your Windows-related or other operating system manuals.
Any TCP/IP capable workstation can be used to communicate with or
through the BEC 6300VNL. To configure other types of workstations,
please consult the manufacturer’s documentation.

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Network Configuration –IPv4
Configuring PC in Windows 7 (IPv4)
1. Go to Start. Click on Control Panel.
2. Then click on Network and Internet.
3. When the Network and Sharing
Center window pops up, select and
click on Change adapter settings on
the left window panel.
4. Select the Local Area Connection,
and right click the icon to select
Properties.

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5. Select Internet Protocol Version 4
(TCP/IPv4) then click Properties.
6. In the TCP/IPv4 properties window,
select the Obtain an IP address
automatically and Obtain DNS
Server address automatically radio
buttons. Then click OK to exit the
setting.
7. Click OK again in the Local Area
Connection Properties window to
apply the new configuration.

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Configuring PC in Windows Vista (IPv4)
1. Go to Start. Click on Network.
2. Then click on Network and Sharing
Center at the top bar.
3. When the Network and Sharing
Center window pops up, select and
click on Manage network
connections on the left window
pane.
4. Select the Local Area Connection,
and right click the icon to select
Properties.

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5. Select Internet Protocol Version 4
(TCP/IPv4) then click Properties.
6. In the TCP/IPv4 properties window,
select the Obtain an IP address
automatically and Obtain DNS Server
address automatically radio buttons.
Then click OK to exit the setting.
7. Click OK again in the Local Area
Connection Properties window to apply
the new configuration.

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Configuring PC in Windows XP (IPv4)
1. Go to Start. Click on Control Panel.
2. Then click on Network and Internet.
3. In the Local Area Connection Status
window, click Properties.
4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and
click Properties.
5. Select the Obtain an IP address
automatically and the Obtain DNS
server address automatically radio
buttons.
6. Click OK to finish the configuration.