Multitech RouteFinder RF825-C-Nx Quick Start Manual

Multi-tech routefinder rf825-c-nx security appliance: quick start
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RouteFinder
SOHO
SOHO Security Appliance
EDGE Models
RF825-E, RF825-E-AP
CDMA Models
RF825-C-Nx, RF825-C-Nx-AP

Quick Start Guide

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  • Page 1: Quick Start Guide

    ® RouteFinder SOHO SOHO Security Appliance EDGE Models RF825-E, RF825-E-AP CDMA Models RF825-C-Nx, RF825-C-Nx-AP Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 2 Furthermore, Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes.
  • Page 3: Routefinder Ship Kit Contents

    (not the full working version). • One RouteFinder CD which contains RouteFinder documentation and Adobe Acrobat Reader. If any of the items is missing or damaged, please contact Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Safety Warnings Ethernet Ports Caution The Ethernet ports are not designed to be connected to a Public Telecommunication Network.
  • Page 4: Front And Back Panels

    RouteFinder RF825 Series Front and Back Panels CDMA Front Panel EDGE Front Panel LEDs Description Power Lights when power is being supplied to the RouteFinder. Status When functioning normally, the LED blinks. The LED is a solid light when the RouteFinder is booting up, saving the configuration, restarting, or updating the firmware.
  • Page 5 Quick Start Guide CDMA & EDGE Back Panel CDMA-AP & EDGE-AP Back Panel Connector Description GSM/EDGE 2 dBi cellular antenna connector. Antenna Note: The antenna must be attached in order for the Connector RouteFinder to be operational. Handset Connector for a handset. WAN (10/100BaseT) port connects the DSL modem or cable modem.
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    RouteFinder RF825 Series Getting Started This section of the Quick Start Guide covers cabling the RouteFinder, setting up TCP/IP communications in order to connect to the Internet through a wireless provider's service, activating a wireless account, and connecting to the Internet. See the User Guide for detailed information on the RouteFinder software program.
  • Page 7 Quick Start Guide If a DSL or cable modem is desired, connect a network cable from the DSL modem or cable modem to the WAN port on the RouteFinder. Establishing a TCP/IP Connection The following directions establish a TCP/IP connection at the workstation so the PC can communicate with the RouteFinder.
  • Page 8 RouteFinder RF825 Series The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box displays. • Select Internet Protocol [TCP/IP]. • Click the Properties button. Close out of the Control Panel. Repeat these steps for each PC on your network. Setting a Fixed IP Address To set a Fixed IP Address, check Specify an IP address instead of Obtain an IP address automatically.
  • Page 9 If you plan to use the RouteFinder for large amounts of data transfers, Multi-Tech recommends an unlimited data plan with your account. Multi- Tech will not be responsible for any charges relating to your bill.
  • Page 10 RouteFinder RF825 Series Open a Web browser and complete the following: • In the Address bar type This opens the Routefinder's Web Management software. See the User Guide for more about the software. • Click Go. • The Login screen displays. •...
  • Page 11 Quick Start Guide Dial Number: For CDMA models, type #777 For EDGE models, type *99***1#. Save: Click the Save button. Init String 1: For EDGE models, type AT+CGDCONT=1,"IP","<APN>" Note: The APN (Access Point Name) is assigned by your wireless service provider. An access point is an IP network to which a mobile device can be connected.
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