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- Page 1 User Manual Nighthawk M3 Model • MH3110 • MH3150 NETGEAR, Inc. April 2025 350 E. Plumeria Drive 202-12746-02 San Jose, CA 95134, USA...
- Page 2 See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply. For NETGEAR’s Privacy Policy, visit https://www.netgear.com/about/privacy-policy. By using this device, you are agreeing to NETGEAR’s Terms and Conditions at https://www.netgear.com/about/terms-and-conditions. If you do not agree, return the device to your place of purchase within your return period.
- Page 3 1.649 W/kg (body) averaged over 10 gram of tissue. Revision History Publication Part Publish Date Comments Number 202-12746-02 April 2025 Corrections to some web interface-related content. Added Battery Boost content. Added MH3110 SKU. 202-12746-01 November 2024 First publication. User Manual...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Chapter 1 Overview and Setup Nighthawk M3 hardware overview........... 9 Install or replace a SIM card............. 10 Set up for travel or fixed use............11 Travel setup................... 11 Charge the battery..............11 Charging best practices............12 Fixed setup..................13 Set up Plugged-In Mode for fixed usage...... - Page 5 Nighthawk M3 Change WiFi standby, range, bandwidth, and info display settings from the web user interface............. 35 Enable or disable Guest WiFi from the web user interface..36 Change Guest WiFi settings from the web user interface..37 Enable or disable Airplane Mode from the web user interface... 37 Configure access controls from the web user interface....
- Page 6 Nighthawk M3 Factory reset your mobile hotspot..........60 Appendix A Specifications LTE and 5GNR transmission specifications........62 Nighthawk M3 family mobile band specifications......64 WiFi specifications................65...
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Page 7: Chapter 1 Overview And Setup
Overview and Setup This user manual is for the NETGEAR Nighthawk M3 5G WiFi 6 Mobile WiFi Hotspot. Figure 1. Nighthawk M3 mobile WiFi hotspot This manual describes how to manage your mobile WiFi hotspot from the device user interface and web user interface. - Page 8 • View the home screen • Navigate the hotspot screens • Charge a mobile device with Battery Boost • Restart or power off your mobile hotspot For more information about the topics covered in this manual, visit the support website at netgear.com/support.
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Page 9: Nighthawk M3 Hardware Overview
Nighthawk M3 Nighthawk M3 hardware overview The Nighthawk M3 package includes your mobile hotspot, a battery, and a USB-A to USB-C charging cable. Figure 2. Nighthawk M3 package contents The Nighthawk M3 has an LCD screen and a Power/Navigation button. LCD screen Power/navigation button Figure 3. -
Page 10: Install Or Replace A Sim Card
Nighthawk M3 TS-9 USB-C TS-9 antenna port port antenna port Figure 4. Nighthawk M3 connectors Install or replace a SIM card To use your mobile hotspot, you need to install a valid, activated nano SIM card with a data plan from your mobile provider. If you change your mobile data provider or plan, you might need to replace the SIM card that you previously installed. -
Page 11: Set Up For Travel Or Fixed Use
Nighthawk M3 4. Insert the replacement SIM card in the slot. 5. Reinstall the battery. 6. Reinstall the back cover. Set up for travel or fixed use You can set up your mobile hotspot for travel usage using battery power, or you can set it up for fixed usage inside a home or office using wall power for extra performance. -
Page 12: Charging Best Practices
• Use a high quality USB cable and power adapter: Typical third-party USB power adapters and computer USB ports do not provide the same amount of current as official NETGEAR power adapters and will not charge your battery as quickly. Third-party cables can also limit battery charging speed. However, high quality third-party USB power adapters and cables that meet certain standards should provide similar performance to the official NETGEAR parts. -
Page 13: Fixed Setup
Nighthawk M3 using it again when you discharge the battery. This helps to maintain the battery's lifespan and overall performance. • Avoid overcharging: Overcharging the device can damage the battery and shorten its lifespan. When the device is fully charged, unplug it from the power source. Don't leave it plugged in overnight or for long periods of time. - Page 14 Nighthawk M3 Figure 7. Nighthawk M3 fixed setup To enable Plugged-In Mode for fixed usage: 1. Remove the mobile hotspot back cover by lifting the corners. 2. Remove the battery. NOTE: When using Plugged-In Mode, we recommend that you do not reinstall the back cover after removing the battery for better device cooling performance.
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Page 15: Power On Your Hotspot And Finish Setup
To power on your hotspot and finish setup: 1. Press and hold the Power/Navigation button for two seconds. The NETGEAR logo displays and your mobile hotspot starts up. The welcome screen displays. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your WiFi network and connect your first device. -
Page 16: Navigate The Hotspot Screens
Nighthawk M3 Table 1. Icons Icons Description Indicates the strength of the mobile broadband network signal. Indicates that you are connected to the 5G network. Indicates the amount of charge in the battery. Navigate the hotspot screens You can navigate through your mobile hotspot's screens using the Power/Navigation button on the device. -
Page 17: Charge A Mobile Device With Battery Boost
Nighthawk M3 The icons at the bottom of the screen indicate which screen in the sequence you are currently viewing. After you have cycled through every screen, pressing the button again returns you to the first screen. Press button To perform an action when the device prompts you, press and hold the button. Hold to perform NOTE: If no prompt is displayed, pressing and holding the button opens the... -
Page 18: Restart Or Power Off Your Mobile Hotspot
Nighthawk M3 NOTE: Certain mobile devices can also be set up to charge your hotspot's battery instead of receiving a charge. You might need to configure your device's USB settings to enable this function. To charge a mobile device with Battery Boost: 1. -
Page 19: Chapter 2 Connect Devices To The Internet
Connect devices to the Internet When you turn on your mobile hotspot, it automatically connects to the mobile broadband network in your area. To access the Internet on other devices, connect them to your mobile hotspot's WiFi or wired network. This chapter contains the following sections: •... -
Page 20: Connect To Wifi Using The Ssid And Password
Nighthawk M3 Connect to WiFi using the SSID and password When your mobile hotspot is powered on, it broadcasts a WiFi network name (SSID) and password. You can connect to the Internet by selecting your hotspot's SSID and entering the password on your WiFi devices. NOTE: You can choose to connect to your hotspot using the 2.4 GHz band (slower speeds, longer range) or the 5 GHz band (faster speeds, shorter range) by cycling to the appropriate screen on your hotspot. -
Page 21: Connect To Wifi Using The Qr Code
Nighthawk M3 Connect to WiFi using the QR code Your mobile hotspot's WiFi QR code enables mobile devices like smartphones and tablets to connect to WiFi without manually entering an SSID and password. NOTE: You can choose to connect to your hotspot using the 2.4 GHz band (slower speeds, longer range) or the 5 GHz band (faster speeds, shorter range) by cycling to the appropriate screen on your hotspot. -
Page 22: Connect A Computer To The Internet Using Tethering
Nighthawk M3 Connect a computer to the Internet using tethering You can connect a computer to your mobile hotspot using the included USB cable instead of connecting with WiFi. This kind of cable connection is called tethering. NOTE: There might be a brief delay when your computer's operating system detects the mobile hotspot the first time you use the USB cable to connect your mobile hotspot to your computer. -
Page 23: Chapter 3 View Alerts And Device Information
View alerts and device information This chapter contains the following sections: • View alerts from your mobile hotspot • Update software and firmware from an Update Available alert • View details about your mobile hotspot • Manually check for software and firmware updates •... -
Page 24: View Alerts From Your Mobile Hotspot
Nighthawk M3 View alerts from your mobile hotspot Your mobile hotspot displays alerts on the LCD screen to inform you of device status changes. Alerts display as long as the cause of the alert is present. When the cause of an alert is resolved, the corresponding alert is removed automatically. -
Page 25: View Details About Your Mobile Hotspot
Nighthawk M3 To update software or firmware from an Update Available alert: 1. Quickly press and release the Power/Navigation button to wake your mobile hotspot. The home screen displays a Software Update Available alert, and your hotspot downloads the update. 2. -
Page 26: Manually Check For Software And Firmware Updates
Nighthawk M3 Manually check for software and firmware updates Your mobile hotspot will notify you when it detects the availability of new software or firmware. However, you can also check for updates manually. Because software and firmware updates typically improve device performance and usability, we recommend that you update your hotspot whenever possible. - Page 27 Nighthawk M3 To view details about your SIM: 1. Quickly press and release the Power/Navigation button to wake your mobile hotspot. The home screen displays. 2. Press the Power/Navigation button five times. The SIM Information screen displays the following information: •...
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Page 28: Chapter 4 Access The Web User Interface
Access the web user interface Your mobile hotspot is equipped with a web user interface that you can use to change settings and access advanced features. This chapter contains the following sections: • Log in to the web user interface from a browser •... - Page 29 • Factory reset your mobile hotspot from the web user interface • Enable or disable IP passthrough from the web user interface • Disable or re-enable the DHCP server feature from the web user interface • Change tethering settings from the web user interface •...
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Page 30: Log In To The Web User Interface From A Browser
Nighthawk M3 Log in to the web user interface from a browser You can access the mobile hotspot web user interface by visiting the hotspot's IP address in a web browser on a computer, laptop, or other WiFi device. To log in to the web user interface: 1. -
Page 31: View Sms Messages From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 Depending on your mobile device, you might need to tap the QR code in your camera app to proceed. The mobile hotspot web page displays. 4. Log in using your admin password. The password is the one that you specified when you set up your device. The password is case sensitive. -
Page 32: View Details About Your Mobile Hotspot From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 View details about your mobile hotspot from the web user interface You can view details about your mobile hotspot from the web user interface. To view details about your mobile hotspot from the web user interface: 1. From the web user interface dashboard, select Settings > WiFi Status. The Status menu expands. -
Page 33: Enable Wifi Offloading From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 conserving your cellular data, using offloading to connect through your hotspot to public Internet connections provides an extra layer of security for your devices. Enable WiFi offloading from the web user interface To enable WiFi offloading from the web user interface: 1. -
Page 34: Change Wifi Network Name, Password, Encryption, Or Channel Settings From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 A message displays telling you that to save this change, your device must restart WiFi connections. 4. Click or tap Continue. Your settings are saved. Change WiFi network name, password, encryption, or channel settings from the web user interface The WiFi network name (SSID) identifies your WiFi network and is visible to other WiFi-enabled devices. -
Page 35: Change Wifi Standby, Range, Bandwidth, And Info Display Settings From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 Your settings are saved. If you changed the SSID or password, your previously connected WiFi devices must reconnect using the new credentials. Change WiFi standby, range, bandwidth, and info display settings from the web user interface To change WiFi standby, range, bandwidth, and info display settings from the web user interface: 1. -
Page 36: Enable Or Disable Guest Wifi From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 Enable or disable Guest WiFi from the web user interface You can turn on Guest WiFi to share your Internet connection with temporary visitors on a separate connection from your personal WiFi devices. Guest WiFi is disabled by default. -
Page 37: Change Guest Wifi Settings From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 Change Guest WiFi settings from the web user interface When Guest WiFi is enabled, your mobile hotspot's web user interface displays additional settings for the Guest WiFi network. You can change the Guest WiFi network name, password, encryption, and channel settings. You can also choose to randomly generate a Guest WiFi password or disable Guest WiFi SSID broadcast. -
Page 38: Configure Access Controls From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 To enable or disable Airplane Mode from the web user interface: 1. From the web user interface dashboard, select Settings > General > Airplane Mode. The Airplane Mode page displays. 2. Select the Enable check box to enable Airplane Mode, or clear the check box to disable Airplane Mode. -
Page 39: Configure Website Filters From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 Configure website filters from the web user interface You can set up a filter to block or allow access to websites that you specify. You can also set up a list of devices that are unrestricted. The website filtering does not apply to unrestricted devices. -
Page 40: Configure A Wifi Schedule From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 Configure a WiFi schedule from the web user interface You can configure rules that determine time periods when your mobile hotspot's Internet connection is accessible to devices. To configure a WiFi schedule from the web user interface: 1. From the web user interface dashboard, select Settings > Security > Schedule. The Schedule page displays. -
Page 41: Change The Web User Interface Login Password
Nighthawk M3 Change the web user interface login password When you first set up your mobile hotspot, you choose an admin login password for your device. You can change the password later on from the web user interface. To change the web user interface login password: 1. -
Page 42: Restore Backed Up Settings From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 Restore backed up settings from the web user interface To restore backed up settings from the web user interface: 1. From the web user interface dashboard, select Settings > Administration > Backup Settings. The Backup Settings page displays. 2. -
Page 43: Enable Or Disable Ip Passthrough From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 Enable or disable IP passthrough from the web user interface Depending on how you use your mobile hotspot, you might want to enable IP passthrough. When IP passthrough is enabled, your mobile hotspot takes the IP address that your cellular service provider assigned to your device and passes it through to a connected device. -
Page 44: Disable Or Re-Enable The Dhcp Server Feature From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 Disable or re-enable the DHCP server feature from the web user interface By default, your mobile hotspot acts as a DHCP server. The server assigns IP, DNS server, and default gateway addresses to all computers connected to the LAN. The assigned default gateway address is the LAN address of the router. -
Page 45: View Data Usage From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 3. Select an option from the Use USB port for drop-down: • Charge + tether (default): your hotspot battery charges and uses WiFi tethering when connected to a computer USB port. • Charge only: tethering is disabled and your hotspot only charges when connected to a computer USB port. -
Page 46: Configure Access Point Names (Apns) From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 Configure access point names (APNs) from the web user interface Your mobile hotspot comes preconfigured with the access point names (APNs) for most cellular network service providers. You can add additional APNs and select among the configured APNs for use by the mobile hotspot. The mobile hotspot checks the APN to determine the type of network connection to establish. -
Page 47: Select An Apn To Use
Nighthawk M3 NOTE: PDP roaming protocol is the IP protocol used while you are roaming (for example when you are traveling and the roaming network does not support IPv6). 7. Select the network authentication mode: • None • PAP • CHAP •... -
Page 48: Configure Port Forwarding From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 Configure port forwarding from the web user interface Port forwarding is an advanced feature. If your computer is hosting a server, you can enable port forwarding so that other users can access the server. NOTE: Port forwarding creates a security risk. When not required, disable port forwarding. -
Page 49: Change Display Settings From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 To configure port filtering from the web user interface: 1. From the web user interface dashboard, select Settings > Advanced > Port Filtering. The Port Filtering page displays. 2. Click or tap to select the Enable check box. The Port Filtering list displays. -
Page 50: Change The Date And Time Format From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 Change the date and time format from the web user interface Your mobile hotspot is initially set to display a date and time format that is common for your region. However, if you prefer to use a different date and time format, you can change the format that your device uses. -
Page 51: Disable Or Re-Enable Device Analytics From The Web User Interface
Disable or re-enable device analytics from the web user interface NETGEAR improves its products and services by automatically sending daily diagnostic and usage data. Device analytics are enabled by default. You can disable or re-enable device analytics from the web user interface. -
Page 52: Disable Or Re-Enable Upnp From The Web User Interface
Nighthawk M3 Disable or re-enable UPnP from the web user interface Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) helps devices and computers access the network and connect to other devices as needed. UPnP devices can automatically discover the services from other registered UPnP devices on the network. If you use applications such as multiplayer gaming, peer-to-peer connections, or real-time communications such as instant messaging, keep UPnP enabled, which is its default setting. - Page 53 Nighthawk M3 The Other page displays. 2. In the DMZ section, select the Enable check box. 3. In the DMZ Address field, enter the IP address of the computer to which you want all data sent. If your mobile hotspot is tethered using a USB cable, this address is 192.168.1.4. If your mobile hotspot is connected using WiFi, the first WiFi client’s IP address is usually 192.168.1.XX.
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Page 54: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This chapter provides suggestions for troubleshooting problems that might arise when you are using your mobile hotspot. This chapter covers the following topics: • View alerts • Extend battery life • Third-party power adapters and USB cables • Improve reception with an external antenna •... -
Page 55: View Alerts
Nighthawk M3 View alerts Your mobile hotspot displays alerts to advise you of device status changes. SIM Error — Check SIM or SIM Not Installed Ensure that your cellular data carrier’s SIM card is fully inserted in your mobile hotspot's SIM card slot. - Page 56 Nighthawk M3 Your mobile hotspot has specific heat limits for each operating mode. Removing the battery and plugging your mobile hotspot in raises its temperature limits, as it doesn’t need to limit heat as much to protect the battery. Exceeding these limits results in reduced performance, stability issues, or even automatic shutdown.
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Page 57: Extend Battery Life
This can help reduce the heat generated by the device. • Install firmware updates: Keep your mobile hotspot’s firmware up to date. NETGEAR firmware updates can include performance optimizations and thermal management improvements, ensuring the best performance for your device. -
Page 58: Improve Reception With An External Antenna
NOTE: If you have more than 2 bars of reception, using an external antenna might decrease your reception due to interference. NETGEAR mobile hotspots and fixed wireless devices are all equipped with two TS-9 connectors for use with external antennas. The NETGEAR Omnidirectional MIMO Antenna... - Page 59 Nighthawk M3 comes with two SMA to TS-9 adapters so that it can work with devices that have either SMA or TS-9 connectors. 1. SMA to TS-9 adapters 2. SMA connectors CAUTION: Be gentle when plugging and unplugging the TS-9 connectors from your device because they can be delicate.
- Page 60 Nighthawk M3 Factory reset your mobile hotspot You can reset your mobile hotspot to the factory settings. This is useful if you reset the admin login password for the web user interface and forgot the new password, or if you want to set up your mobile hotspot in a different way.
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Page 61: Appendix A Specifications
Specifications This appendix covers the following topics: • LTE and 5GNR transmission specifications • Nighthawk M3 family mobile band specifications • WiFi specifications... -
Page 62: Lte And 5Gnr Transmission Specifications
Nighthawk M3 LTE and 5GNR transmission specifications Transmission specifications The following tables indicate the LTE and 5GNR transmission characteristics. Table 2. LTE transmission characteristics for MH3150 Frequency (MHz) Bands Ext Ant Gain (dBi) 1850-1910 1710-1755 824-849 2500-2570 698-716 777-787 788-798 1850-1915 814-849 2305-2315... - Page 63 Nighthawk M3 Table 3. 5GNR transmission characteristics for MH3150 (Continued) Frequency (Mhz) Bands Ext Ant Gain (dBi) 788-798 1850-1915 2305-2315 1.05 2496-2690 3550-3700 0.17 1710-1780 663-698 3300-3550, 3700-4200 Specifications User Manual...
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Page 64: Nighthawk M3 Family Mobile Band Specifications
Nighthawk M3 Nighthawk M3 family mobile band specifications The following table indicates the Nighthawk M3 (model MH3150) mobile band specifications. Table 4. Mobile bands Technology Band 4G/LTE bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 42, 66 5GNR bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n71, n77,... -
Page 65: Wifi Specifications
Nighthawk M3 WiFi specifications WiFi support • WiFi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2x2 MIMO • 2.4/5 GHz Standalone The following restrictions apply in AT/BE/BG/CZ/DK/EE/FR/DE/IS/IE/IT/EL/ES/CY/LV/LI/LT/LU/HU/MT/NL/NO/PL/PT /RO/SI/SK/TR/FI/SE/CH/UK(NI)/HR/HK: • Operation in 5150MHz to 5350MHz is restricted to indoor use only. • This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.
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