ENGLISH Introduction Welcome to the MAX308M Series which includes MAX308M and MAX318M! This is a WiMAX subscriber station system comprised of an outdoor unit (ODU) and an indoor unit (IDU). The ODU such features as a high gain antenna and advanced IP networking while the IDU provides power to it.
Package Content The WiMAX ODU The WiMAX IDU The Quick Start The Warranty Card Guide ZyXEL Support AC Power Cord Cable Gland Body, Mounting Kit Disc containing the Claw and Nut (Six M6 Nuts, One User’s Guide and Pole Bracket, One device drivers U Bolt) Grounding Kit (One...
ENGLISH Minimum System Requirements • 64 MB RAM • 20 MB of available hard disk space • One available 10/100Mbps Ethernet port • Internet Explorer 7, Firefox 2 and higher, or a compatible browser Installing the Outdoor Unit Before you begin, ensure that you are familiar with all safety and accident prevention procedures necessary for working at heights and with electricity.
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signal reception, a Line of Sight (LoS) connection may produce better results. • It is suggested that you transport the ODU to its intended installation location in its original protective packaging. Connecting the CAT5 Ethernet Cable Lay the CAT5 Ethernet cable (not included) from your intended IDU location to your intended ODU location.
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ENGLISH 3. Open the claw then buckle it tightly to the cable. 4. Slip the body over the cable then connect the end of the cable to the ODU. 5. Gently twist the body into the ODU behind the attached cable connector.
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6. Tightly secure the CAT5 Ethernet cable connector and the body and claw with the nut. Mount the ODU See the installation instructions that came with your bracket mount for information on mounting the ODU correctly. To avoid the danger of rainwater entering the device, install the ODU vertically (with a 90 degree angle to the ground).
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ENGLISH 7. For +15 and 0 angle installations, position the bracket with the +15 mark on the top. • Use the two holes (marked as A) for +15 angle installation. • Use the two holes (marked as B) for 0 angle installation.
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9. Align the four edge holes on the mounting bracket with the screws on the rear of the WiMAX Modem. Then use a wrench to tighten the four nuts with the screws. Grounding Do the following steps for grounding the WiMAX Modem: 1.
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ENGLISH 2. Attach the other end of the ground cable to a wall or the ground.
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. For more information, contact your service provider. 1. Connect the power cord to the IDU. The ON LED shines a steady green once connected.
ENGLISH 2. Connect a CAT5 Ethernet cable (not included) to the IDU. The other end should already be connected to the ODU, as described in the previous section. The CONNECT LED shines a steady green once the IDU is connected to both a power source and the ODU. 3.
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2. Enter the default Username (admin) and Password (1234), and then click Login. The main Status screen displays. 3. Click Setup Wizard.
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ENGLISH 4. When the Setup Wizard opens, review the steps you will take to configure your WiMAX Modem then click Next to continue. The LAN and WiMAX settings required by the Setup Wizard should be provided by your Internet Service Provider. 5.
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6. WiMAX Frequency Settings: Configure the radio frequency on which your WiMAX Modem sends and receives data. Then click Next. 7. WiMAX Authentication Settings: Configure how your device logs into the service provider’s network. Then click Next.
ENGLISH 8. In the Setup Complete screen, click Save. Troubleshooting Use this section if you have problems with your WiMAX Modem. I cannot access the WiMAX Modem from my LAN: • Check the cable connection between the WiMAX Modem and your computer or switch and ensure that both ends are secure.
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command prompt window opens, type "ping 192.168.1.1” without quotes and press [ENTER]. The WiMAX Modem should reply. • Press and hold the Reset button for about 10 seconds to reset the device to its default factory settings, then try to connect to the IP 192.168.1.1 once more.
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