Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router User Guide Kyocera Wireless Corp. 10300 Campus Point Drive San Diego, CA 92121 U.S.A. 82-N8362-2EN, Rev.004...
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3 Wireless Basics ......................5 Standards-Based Technology .............................5 Installation Considerations ..............................5 4 Installation Instructions .....................6 Connect the Kyocera KR1 Wireless Router to Your Network ....................6 32-bit PCMCIA (EVDO) Card or 1xEV-DO Mobile Phone Connection...................6 Establish WiFi Connection..............................6 5 Using the Configuration Menu..................7 Basic >...
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5.I am unable to achieve a wireless connection. Why? ..................40 6.I forgot my encryption key. What should I do? ..................... 41 7.How do I reset my Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router to its factory default settings? ..........41 8.What is VPN? ............................... 42 9.What can I do if my Ethernet cable does not work properly? ................
Introduction The Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router is a high-performance tool that supports wireless networking at home, work, or in a public place. The Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router supports uses a 32-bit PCMCIA (EVDO) wireless card, or a 1xEV-DO mobile phone, and supports wireless data transfers up to 54 Mbps, and wired data transfers up to 100 Mbps.
LEDs–Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router (Front View) WLAN LED WAN LED A blinking green light indicates that the A green light indicates connection on the WLAN interface is available. connection on the ANTENNA (EVDO) port. LOCAL NETWORK LEDs A green light indicates a connection to an POWER LED Ethernet-enabled computer (ports 1-4).
• Connects multiple computers to a Broadband (EVDO) modem to share the Internet connection. The Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router is designed to work with EVDO-capable handsets that can be used as a Note: modem (support tethered data). Please refer to your service provider for detailed feature information.
WiFi System Requirements • A 802.11b, or 802.11g Adapter Verify Package Contents The Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router package should contain the items listed below. If any of the items are missing, please contact your reseller. • Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router •...
The Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router is based on industry standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity within your home, or business. The Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router allows you to access the data you want, when and where you want it.
3. Insert the Ethernet patch cable into LAN Port 1 on the back panel of the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router, and an available Ethernet port on the network adapter in the computer you will use to configure the unit.
Once properly configured, the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router will obtain and assign IP address information automatically. Configuration settings can be established through the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router Configuration Menu. You can access this interface by performing the steps listed below: 1.
Basic > Wizard The Basic>Wizard Type screen will appear. Refer to the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router Quick Installation Guide for more information regarding the Setup Wizard. These buttons appear on many of the Clicking Apply saves changes made to the page.
Basic > Wireless (Security–No Encryption) Wireless Mode- Enabled is the default. Selecting this option will allow you to set your Wireless Access Point (WAP) settings. Selecting Disabled, will grey-out all Security radio buttons (please see “Security” below). SSID- Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID's factory default setting is KR1.
You may select Open System, or Shared Key. The default is Open System. If you select Open System, your network will not be secure. Select Shared Key to create a secure network authentication between your WLAN host and the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router. To enable this setting, provide a ten-character (alpha-numeric) key in the ASCII Key field.
Confirmed Passphrase- Enter your Passphrase again to secure your wireless network. Note: To ensure access to your Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router Configuration Menu, and the Internet, your encryption and WiFi settings must match. Please refer to your WiFi adapter documentation for additional information. Some older WiFi adapters may not support WPA-PSK.
Retype Password- Enter your Password again for confirmation. Server-name- Enter the name of your network server (optional). Dial-Number- The default is #777. This field should not be altered except when required by your service provider. Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router User Guide...
LAN is short for Local Area Network, and is considered your internal network. These are the IP settings of the LAN interface for the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router, and they may be referred to as Private settings. You may change the LAN IP address if needed.
Basic > DHCP DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router has a built-in DHCP server, which automatically assigns an IP address to the computers on the LAN/private network. Be sure to set your computers to be DHCP clients by setting their TCP/IP settings to "Obtain an IP Address Automatically."...
Advanced > Virtual Server The Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router can be configured as a virtual server so that remote users accessing Web or FTP services via the public IP address can be automatically redirected to local servers in the LAN (Local Area Network).
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All Internet users who want to access this FTP Server must connect to it from port 2100. This is an example of port redirection and can be useful in cases where there are many of the same servers on the LAN network. Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router User Guide...
The Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router provides some predefined applications in the table on the bottom of the web page. Select the application you want to use and enable it.
Filters are used to deny or allow LAN (Local Area Network) computers from accessing the Internet. The Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router can be setup to deny internal computers by their IP or MAC addresses. The Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router can also block users from accessing restricted web sites.By default the Filters is IP Filters.
Advanced > Filters > MAC Filters Use MAC (Media Access Control) Filters to allow or deny LAN (Local Area Network) computers by their MAC addresses from accessing the Network. You can either manually add a MAC address or select the MAC address from the list of clients that are currently connected to the Broadband Router.
Firewall Rules is an advanced feature used to deny or allow traffic from passing through the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router. It works in the same way as IP Filters with additional settings. You can create more detailed access rules for the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router.
Advanced > DMZ If you have a client PC that cannot run Internet applications properly from behind the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router, then you can set the client up for unrestricted Internet access. It allows a computer to be exposed to the Internet. This feature is useful for gaming purposes.
Check is a common technique for detecting data transmission errors) for communication between the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router and the roaming wireless network adapters. Note: High network traffic areas should use the shorter preamble type. By default the Preamble Type is Short Preamble.
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Antenna transmit power- Antenna transmit power is the level at which your Wireless Access Point (WAP) transmits the wireless signal. You may select from the following four options: 100% 17dBm, 50% 15dBm, 25% 12 dBm, and 12.5% 10dBm. 100% 17dBm is the default. Select this option if you desire a larger wireless coverage area.
Retype Password- Enter your Password again for confirmation. Server-name- Enter the name of your network server (optional). Dial-Number- The default is #777. This field should not be altered except when required by your service provider. Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router User Guide...
Enter the password, and then re-enter the password for confirmation. Remote Management- Remote management allows the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router to be configured from the Internet by a web browser. A username and password is still required to access the Web-Management interface. In general, only a member of your network can browse the built-in web pages to perform Administrator tasks.
Synchronize the modem’s clock with is Automatic. Time- To manually input the time, enter the values in these fields for the Year, Month, Day, Hour, and Minute. Click Set Time. Time Zone- Select the Time Zone from the pull-down menu. Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router User Guide...
Tools > System The current system settings can be saved as a file onto the local hard drive. The saved file, or any other saved settings file, can be loaded back on the Broadband Router. To reload a system settings file, click on Browse to browse the local hard drive and locate the system file to be used.
Tools > Firmware You can upgrade the firmware of the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router from this menu. Ensure the firmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of your computer. Click on Browse to browse and locate the firmware to be used for your update.
Tools > DDNS DDNS- To use the Dynamic Domain Name Server update the client built into the router, click Enabled. By default the DDNS is Disabled. Server Address- Choose your DDNS provider from the drop down menu. Host Name- Enter the Host Name that you registered with your DDNS service provider. User Name- Enter the User Name for your DDNS account.
Block WAN Ping- Discard Ping from WAN If you choose to block WAN Ping, the WAN IP address of the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router does not respond to pings. Blocking the Ping may provide some extra security from hackers. Discard Ping from WAN side. Click Enabled to block the WAN ping. By default the Block WAN Ping is Enabled.
Tools > Cable Test This page displays the current information for the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router, which will assist you in troubleshooting your network. It will display which port on the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router is currently connected. Using the Configuration Menu...
Status > Device Info This page displays the current LAN, WWAN, and WIRELESS information for the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router. A connection to the EVDO network will be established when the unit is powered on. Use the Disconnect button to disconnect from the EVDO network;...
Status > Log > Log Settings #1 The Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router keeps a running log of events and activities. Select the Log Settings button. The following screen appears. View Log- First Page- The first page of the log Last Page-...
Status > Log > Log Settings #3 A screen will display the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router log settings. Note: If the device is rebooted, the logs are automatically cleared. Using the Configuration Menu...
Status > Stats The screen above displays the Traffic Statistics. Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router on both the WAN and the LAN Ports. The traffic counter resets if the device is rebooted.
Troubleshooting This section provides an overview of common issues, and possible solutions for the installation and operation of the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router. 1. I am unable to access the Configuration Menu when I use my computer to configure the router.
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1. Go to Start > My Computer > Properties. 2. Select the Hardware Tab. 3. Click Device Manager. 4. Double-click on Network Adapters. 5. Right-click on D-Link AirPlus DWL-G650 Wireless Cardbus Adapter, or your specific network adapter. 6. Select Properties to ensure that all drivers are installed properly. 7.
Ensure the IP Address assigned to the wireless adapter is within the same IP Address range as the Access Point and gateway. The Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router has an IP Address of 192.168.0.1. Wireless adapters must have an IP Address in the same range (e.g., 192.168.0.x).
If you forgot your encryption key, the WiFi card will be unable to establish a proper connection. If an encryption key setting has been set for the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router, it must also be set for the WiFi card that will connect to the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router.
9. What can I do if my Ethernet cable does not work properly? • First, ensure that there is a solid cable connection between the Ethernet port on the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router, and your NIC (Network Interface Card). •...
D-Link Technical Support over the Internet: http://support.dlink.com When contacting technical support, please provide the following information: Note: All numbers referenced below can be found on the bottom of the Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router. • Model number or product name. This is the ten-digit “TX” number.
The firmware version can be found by logging into the router and viewing the Tools > Firmware status page. For more information. Kyocera Accessories To shop for Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router accessories, visit http://www.kyocera-wireless.com/store. Kyocera KR1 Mobile Router User Guide...
(vi) cost of installation, removal or reinstallation; (vii) signal reception problems (unless caused by defects in material and workmanship); (viii) damage the result of fire, flood, acts of God or other acts which are not the fault of KYOCERA and which the Product is not specified to tolerate, including damage caused by mishandling, shipping and blown fuses;...
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San Diego, California, 92121-1582, USA, Attention: Technical Support. DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCTS TO THE ABOVE ADDRESS. Please call or write for the location of the Kyocera Wireless Corp. authorized service center nearest you and for procedures for obtaining warranty service.
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