Tornado Cloud Traveler CT300 User manual

User Manual
TORNADO Cloud Traveler CT300 User Manual 1.01
Cloud Traveler™
USB File SharingSmartphone Tablet Laptop
FREE
APP
FREE
PP
1. Extends the coverage of wireless networks
2. Wireless access to USB storage devices
3. High Power charger for Smartphones and Tablets
4. Can be controlled via Smartphones and Tablets
Portable Wireless Router/Hotspot/Repeater

User Manual
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Cloud Traveler™
Congratulations on your purchase of this outstanding Cloud Traveler™.
Great for traveler to charge iPad/iPhone, mobile devices. Working as an AP router for traveler to access Internet easily
by their iPad, iPhone and Laptop via Wi-Fi. Support any 5V USB chargeable handheld devices including iPad, iPhone.
With extra USB port, connecting a USB hard drive to act as a wireless HDD and support HTTP file server for iPad/iPhone
to browse contents via browser. USB port supports Smartphone or 3G USB card to share Internet connection.
With its Hotspot mode, it will let your network wirelessly and extend your wireless coverage.
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Trademarks
All product, company and brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
They are used for identification purpose only. Specifications are subject to be changed without prior notice.
FCC Radiation Norm
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to 47 CFR, Part 2
and Part 15 of the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference
2. This device must accept any interference received including interferences that may cause undesired operations.
CE Radiation Norm
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of the European Council Directive 99/5/EC on the
approximation of the law of the member states relating to EN 300 328 V1.7.1 (2006-10), EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1 (2008-04)
and EN 301 489-17 V1.3.2 (2008-04) and EN 60950.
FCC & CE Cowmpliance Statement
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against radio interference in a residential environment.
This equipment can generates, uses and radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which is found by turning the equipment ON and OFF, the user is
encouraged to try to reduce the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connect to
- Consult a dealer or an experienced technician for assistance
CAUTION!
The Federal Communication Commission warns the user that changes or modifications to the unit not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Cloud Traveler™Contents
1. Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Features .............................................................................................................................................................. 4
1.2 System Requirement ......................................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Package Contents .............................................................................................................................................. 4
2. Knowing Cloud Traveler™ ........................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 LED Indicator....................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Ports ................................................................................................................................................................ 5
2.3 Power ON/OFF..................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.4 Hardware Connection ......................................................................................................................................... 6
3. Configuration via PC ....................................................................................................................................... 8
3.1 Connecting to Cloud Traveler™......................................................................................................................... 9
3.2 Login ................................................................................................................................................................. 9
3.3 Wizard ............................................................................................................................................................... 10
3.3.1 Gateway Mode........................................................................................................................................ 11
3.3.2 Hotspot Mode......................................................................................................................................... 16
3.3.3 Repeater Mode ...................................................................................................................................... 18
3.4 Wireless ............................................................................................................................................................. 20
3.5 WAN ............................................................................................................................................................... 21
3.6 File Server.......................................................................................................................................................... 22
3.7 System setting................................................................................................................................................... 24
3.7.1 Wireless ................................................................................................................................................. 24
3.7.1.1 Basic Settings ........................................................................................................................................ 25
3.7.1.2 Active Clients ......................................................................................................................................... 26
3.7.1.3 Advanced Setting................................................................................................................................... 27
3.7.1.4 Security.................................................................................................................................................. 28
3.7.1.5 Hotspot Mode......................................................................................................................................... 29
3.7.2 TCP/IP Settings ..................................................................................................................................... 31
3.7.2.1 LAN Interface......................................................................................................................................... 31
3.7.2.2 WAN Interface........................................................................................................................................ 33
3.8 Management ...................................................................................................................................................... 39
3.8.1 Statistics................................................................................................................................................. 39
3.8.2 Time Zone Setting............................................................................................................................................... 40
3.8.3 Log......................................................................................................................................................... 41
3.8.4 Upgrade Firmware ................................................................................................................................. 42
3.8.5 Save/Reload Setting .............................................................................................................................. 43
3.8.6 Password ............................................................................................................................................... 44
3.8.7 Reboot ................................................................................................................................................... 45
3.8.8 Logout...................................................................................................................................................... 45
4. Configuration via Smart Phone .............................................................................................................. 46
4.1 Install APP ......................................................................................................................................................... 46
4.1.1 Android Phone/Tablet............................................................................................................................. 46
4.1.2 iPhone/iPad............................................................................................................................................ 48
4.2 Setting ............................................................................................................................................................... 49
4.2.1 Gateway Mode....................................................................................................................................... 49
4.2.2 Hotspot Mode......................................................................................................................................... 50
4.2.3 Wireless Setting ..................................................................................................................................... 51
4.3 Access USB Device .......................................................................................................................................... 52
Appendix A: Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................... 54

1. Introduction
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1.1 Features
Functions
- Support Router, hotspot, repeater mode.
- Support Setup Wizard.
- Support File Server for user to playback Music/Video/Photo
- Support APP Configuration for Android Phone
- Support Simple configuration for Smart Phone
Wireless
- IEEE 802.11b/g/n standards compliant.
- Support data rates up to 150Mbps (Auto-Rate Capable).
- Support WEP/WPA/WPA2 Encryption.
- Support Wireless hotspot mode.
WAN Ethernet Interface
- 1 Port Interface compliant with IEEE 802.3x standards.
- Automatic MDI/MDIX crossover for 10/100 Base-T port.
- Auto-negotiation and speed-auto-sensing support.
- xDSL/Cable modem support
- WAN Access Type: Static IP,DHCP,PPPoE,3G USB and Android Mobile
Network Management
- Web-based Management
- Remote Access Control
- Firmware upgrade via HTTP/TFTP
- System Log
USB
- 5V/2.1A USB port for charging iPad/iPhone and Smartphone
- USB port for Smart Phone,3G USB card
- USB port for Flash Drive, USB Hard Drive, USB Card Reader
1.2 System Requirement
Check and confirm that your system/network meets the following requirements:
- Personal computer (PC/Notebook/Tablet PC) or Smartphone.
- One IEEE 802.11b/g/n Wireless adapter with installed TCP/IP
- Internet Browser.
1.3 Package Contents
The Cloud Traveler™ package contains the following items:
- Cloud Traveler™
- AC plug (x 3)
If any of the above items are damaged or missing,
please contact your dealer immediately.

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Cloud Traveler™
2.1 LED Indicator
The Cloud Traveler™ LED indicator displays information
about the device’s status.
- Green Cloud Traveler™ access Internet successfully.
- Orange Flashing when Cloud Traveler™ cannot access Internet.
- Red Cloud Traveler™ is booting.
2.2 Ports
The ports of the Cloud Traveler™ are a WAN Ethernet port,
Reset Button, USB data/charging port and USB charging only port.
- WAN Port for connecting a UTP5/6 ethernet cable
to a DSL modem.
- Reset Resetting the Cloud Traveler™ to factory default.
Press this button for more than 5 secs, then release.
- USB Connect a USB HDD, Flash Drive, Card Reader,
3G card or charge a Blackberry Smartphone.
- USB Only for Charging iPad, iPhone and Smartphone.
Charging Support DC5V up to 2.1A.
The lower USB Port (red Circle) is only for charging.
Do not plug any USB device to this charging port.
2.3 Power ON/OFF
The Power ON/OFF Button of Cloud Traveler™.

2. Knowing CT300
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Cloud Traveler™
2.4 Hardware Connection
This section describes the hardware connection of Cloud Traveler™ to an internet router or network switch.
You need to prepare the following items before you can establish an Internet connection through your
Cloud Traveler™:
1. A notebook/tablet PC with wireless networking enabled.
2. Internet available of any ADSL/Cable modem or 3G USB card/3G Mobile phone.
3. Flash Drive/ USB hard drive.
Install the device
Gateway:
1. Insert one end of the Ethernet cable to the WAN port of Cloud Traveler™.
2. Insert one end of the Ethernet cable to the LAN port of ADSL/Cable modem which has Internet available.
3. Insert the flash drive to the USB port of Cloud Traveler™ if you want to share the contents of the flash drive
with other Wi-Fi devices.
4. Now Wi-Fi devices can wirelessly access the Internet via the Cloud Traveler™.
Hotspot:
1. Wi-Fi devices can connect to the Cloud Traveler™.
2. The Cloud Traveler™ connects to a root Access Point (AP) which has an Internet connection.
3. Configure your Cloud Traveler™ to Hotspot mode.
4. Now Wi-Fi devices can access the Internet via the Cloud Traveler™ and root AP.
3G USB Sharing:
1. Insert your 3G data card to the USB port of Cloud Traveler™.
2. Configure your Cloud Traveler™ to 3GUSB mode.
3. Now Wi-Fi devices can access the Internet over your 3G data card network.
Android Mobile Sharing:
1. Insert your Android phone to the USB port of Cloud Traveler™.
2. Enable USB Tethering on your Android phone.
3. Configure your Cloud Traveler™ to Android Mobile mode.
4. Now Wi-Fi devices can access the Internet over your Smartphone 3G network.
Figures on the following page show the overall hardware connection mechanism of your Cloud Traveler™.

2. Knowing CT300
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Cloud Traveler™
ETHERNET
ETHERNET
USB
USB
USBUSB
USBUSB
Traveling
Home / Media
Studio / SME
Laptop
Smartphone
Tablet
Laptop
Smartphone
Tablet
ChargingWiFi Internet
Cloud Traveler™
Media Cloud
Hotel Internet
Studio Internet
Laptop
Smartphone
Tablet
Wireless xDSL
Hotspot mode
for wider WiFi coverage
HDD/Flash Drive
WiFi Internet
Personal Cloud
Laptop
Smartphone
Tablet
WiFi Internet

3. Configuration via PC
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Cloud Traveler™
For your convenience, the web GUI allows you to configure the Cloud Traveler™ using a web browser.
This chapter will explain the functions in the Web GUI. Please turn ON the wireless adapter on the PC first.
3.1 Connecting to Cloud Traveler
Step 1: Open Control Panel -> Network and Sharing Center.
Step 2: Click on the Connect to a network.
Step 3: Choose TORNADO CLOUD TRAVELER and connect.

3. Configuration via PC
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Wizard WAN Settings Wireless FileServer
3.2 Login
To access the Cloud Traveler™ configuration screens, follow the following steps
which will enable you to log into the Cloud Traveler™.
1. Launch your web browser,
and enter the Cloud Traveler™
IP Address: 192.168.168.1
in the address field then press
the Enter key or OK button to login.
2. Enter the default user name:
admin and Password: admin.
Then press OK to login.
3. There are Wizard, WAN,
System Setting, Wireless
and FileServer icons to help you
to configure the Cloud Traveler™ easily.

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3.3 Wizard
Click on Wizard and the following screen will pop-up:
Click Next >> button to continue. Choose Gateway or Hotspot or Repeater mode.

3. Configuration via PC
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Cloud Traveler™
ETHERNET
Cloud Traveler™
Laptop
Smartphone
Tablet
Static IP, DHCP & PPPoE
WiFi Internet
ADSL / Cable ModemInternet
3.3.1 Gateway Mode
In the Gateway mode, the Cloud Traveler™ connects to the Internet through an
ADSL modem, cable modem, 3G USB card or Android mobile phone.
WAN access type: Static IP, DHCP, PPPoE, USB3G and Android Mobile device.
Select WAN access from the drop-down list.
- DHCP: If you are using DHCP client, just click Apply changes to save the setting.

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- PPPoE: Please enter the username and password if you are using a PPPoE connection.
- Static IP: Please fill in IP address, subnet mask, Default Gateway, DNS IP address if you are using a Static IP.

3. Configuration via PC
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Cloud Traveler™
Cloud Traveler™
Laptop
Smartphone
Tablet
USB3G
WiFi Internet
3G USB Modem
USB
Please enter the information of APN service name, PIN code, dial number, account name and password if you
choose USB3G if you want to use your 3G USB card to access Internet.

3. Configuration via PC
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Cloud Traveler™
Cloud Traveler™
Laptop
Smartphone
Tablet
Android Mobile
WiFi Internet
Android Mobile
USB
Select Android Mobile in WAN Access Type then click Apply Changes.
1. Click Next >> button to continue.
2. Enter a wireless SSID.

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Cloud Traveler™
3. Select Encryption and key.
- None
- WEP-64bits
- WEP-128bits
- WPA PSK
- WPA2 PSK
- WPA2 Mixed
4. Click Finished button to accept the settings.
5. Enter status page to check the information in Gateway mode.

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Cloud Traveler™
Laptop
Smartphone
Tablet
WiFi Internet
Wireless xDSL
3.3.2 Hotspot Mode
In the Hotspot mode, the Cloud Traveler™ connects to a xDSL/Cable wireless router
and allows Wi-Fi devices to connect to the Internet.
It also extends the range of the wireless network coverage.
To configure the Cloud Traveler™ to Hotspot mode:
1. Click Scan network button and select a root AP router to connect.

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Cloud Traveler™
3. Enter Status page to check the information in Hotspot mode.
2. Select Encryption and key of the root AP router and click the Finished button to save the settings.

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Cloud Traveler™
Laptop
Smartphone
Tablet
WiFi Internet
Wireless xDSL
3.3.3 Repeater Mode
In repeater mode, the Cloud Traveler™ connects to a xDSL/Cable wireless router
and allows Wi-Fi devices to connect to the Internet in the same network range.
It extends the range of the wireless network coverage.
To configure the Cloud Traveler™ to Repeater mode:
1. Click Scan network button and select a root AP router to connect.

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3. Enter Status page to check the information in Repeater mode.
2. Select Encryption and key of the wireless AP router and click the Finished button to save the settings.

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3.4 Wireless
Click the Wireless icon and it will show the wireless Basic Settings.
A screen is displayed as shown in following figure.
Fields & Descriptions:
- Band Select the appropriate band from the list provided that corresponds with your network settings.
- SSID The Service Set Identifier (SSID) or network name.
It is case sensitive and must not exceed 32 characters, which may be any keyboard character.
The mobile wireless stations shall select the same SSID to be able to communicate with your
Cloud Traveler™.
- Channel Width The selections are 40MHz or 20MHz.
- Control Sideband The selections are Upper or Lower.
- Channel Number Select the channel from the list provided that corresponds with your network settings.
You shall assign a different channel for each AP to avoid signal interference.
- Broadcast SSID The selections are Enabled or Disabled.
- WMM Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) is a wireless Quality of Service feature that improves quality of audio,
video, and voice applications by prioritizing wireless traffic. To use this feature, the wireless
client devices in your network must support Wireless WMM. Enabled by Default.
- Data Rate The selections are Auto, 1M, 2M, 5.5M, 11M, 6M, 9M, 12M, 18M, 24M, 36M, 48M, 54M, MCS0,
MCS1, MCS2, MCS3, MCS4, MCS5, MCS6 and MCS7.
Apply Changes
Change the settings. New parameters will take effect after save into flash memory
and please reboot device.