ZyXEL Communications MAX208M2W SERIES User manual

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WiMAX Indoor VoIP Wi-Fi IAD
Software Version 2.00
Edition 1, 2011/1
MAX208M2W Series
DEFAULT LOGIN DETAILS
IP Address: http://192.168.1.1
Admin’s User
Name and
Password:
admin / 1234
Guest’s User
Name and
Password:
guest / guest
Copyright 2011
ZyXEL Communications Corporation

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LEDs and Ports
STRENGTH
POWER LED
WIMAX LINK LED
VOICE 1 & 2 LED
S
INDICATORS
POWER
RESET
VOIP
PORTS 1 & 2
LAN PORTS 1-2
WLAN LED
RESET
WPS
BUTTON
BUTTON

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Introduction
The MAX208M2W Series includes MAX208M2W and MAX218M2W.
Your WiMAX Device lets your computer and/or phone connect to the
Internet at broadband speeds.
How It Works
A computer or phone connects to the WiMAX Device (A). The device
then connects wirelessly to a WiMAX base station (B), which connects to
the Internet for browsing or making VoIP calls.
A
B

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Package Content
System Requirement
The computer you will use to access the device’s Web Configurator must
meet the following minimum requirements:
• 64 MB RAM
• 20 MB of available hard disk space
• One available 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port
• Internet Explorer 6, Firefox 1.5 and higher, or a compatible browser
The WiMAX Modem The Quick Start Guide The Warranty Card
ZyXEL Support Disc
containing the User’s
Guide and device
drivers
12V DC Adapter, provided
with the device
RJ-45 Ethernet cable to
connect a computer to the
HES-219M2W

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Setting Up Your Modem
This section shows you how to set up your WiMAX Modem.
You will need a valid WiMAX account to connect to the Internet. You will
also need a valid SIP-based voice account if you wish to use a VoIP
phone with this product. For more information, contact your service
provider.
1. Connect the Power Adapter. During start up, the Power LED blinks
as the WiMAX Device self-tests, then it shines a steady green.
2. Connect one end of an RJ-45 Ethernet cable to one of the LAN
ports, and the other end to the computer that you intend to connect to
the Internet. Once connected to the LAN, the LAN LED shines a
steady green. It blinks when there is activity.
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3. If you wish to make calls over the internet, connect a telephone to the
device using an RJ-11 telephone line. Since no voice account
information has been set up yet, the VoIP LED remains off. Refer to
the User’s Guide for instructions on how to set up your VoIP account.
Placing the WiMAX Device
The WiMAX Device has two built-in WiMAX antennas on its sides. To
prevent poor signal reception, ensure that the WiMAX Device is not
covered or blocked by objects.
When you are placing the WiMAX Device, be careful of the following:
• Place the WiMAX Device indoors in an area free of moisture and
excessive humidity and/or heat.
• Keep the WiMAX Device away from other wireless devices,
cordless phones, microwave devices, or radio transmitters as they
may interfere with its connections.
Keep the WiMAX Device free of obstruction.
WiMAX
antenna
WiMAX
antenna

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Connecting to the Internet
This section shows you how to connect to the Internet with your WiMAX
Device.
1. Check your WiMAX Device’s WiMAX Link LED.
• If everything is connected properly and a WiMAX base station is
within range, then the WiMAX Link LED shines a steady green,
indicating a stable connection. Go to step 2.
• If the WiMAX Link LED is blinking, then the WiMAX Device is
undergoing a self-test. If it turns a steady green shortly thereafter,
this indicates a stable connection. Go to step 2.
• If the WiMAX Link LED remains off or continues blinking, you will
not be able to connect. See the User’s Guide for more
troubleshooting steps.
2. Open a web browser.
• If your service provider’s WiMAX login page appears instead of
your default Home page, enter the login information that you were
given and follow the on-screen instructions. The WiMAX Device
should then automatically update itself with the settings that you
need to connect to the Internet.
• If your service provider’s WiMAX login page does not appear, then
you may need to manually setup the Internet connection (p.8).

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Internet Connection Setup
This section shows you how to manually configure the WiMAX Device’s
Internet connection.
1. Open a web browser and enter http://192.168.1.1 in the address bar.
2. Enter the default User Name and Password (see the cover page of
this guide), and then click Login.

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3. The System Status screen appears. Click on the Setup Wizard
button, located on the upper right corner of the screen.
4. When the Setup Wizard opens, review the steps you will take to
configure your WiMAX Device then click Next to continue.
Follow the wizard until all the steps are completed. The LAN, WiMAX,
VoIP and WLAN setting required by the Setup Wizard should be given by
your service providers.

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5. After going through the screens in the wizard, the process is
complete. Click the save button to save all your settings.
See the User’s Guide on the CD or www.zyxel.com for more information.
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