Contents Welcome..............4 Unpacking Your Device .......... 5 Overview of the Device..........6 FMT3251 Back Panel..........7 Quick Setup .............. 8 Set Up a Wireless Network ........11 Final Checks & Making Your First Call ....12 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)....... 14 Troubleshooting .............
Inside this packaging you will find: the FMT3251, an Ethernet cable, a stand and an AC power adaptor. The FMT3251 has a zero touch set-up process. Just install as detailed in this guide and it connects to your mobile phone automatically whenever your phone is within range.
Overview of the Device Status Indicators Status indicators only become visible when the Device is powered and the appropriate feature is operational. See the Troubleshooting section on page for the detailed indicator behaviors. Power - Power status of the Device. Red: the Device is powered on Red Flashing: a configuration problem has been detected;...
FMT3251 Back Panel The Ethernet port status indicator LEDs will turn off after 60 seconds to avoid light pollution. LAN2 Port (connect to 3rd party device, such as a computer if required) LAN1 Port Power (connect to high speed Internet)
Quick Setup Installing the Device is simple and can be completed within 5 to 20 minutes. The following instructions will guide you through the Quick Setup process. 1. Find a central location in your building or office to install the device. The Device emits a radio signal similar to a Wi-Fi router.
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First, power up your DSL router. Connect the Ethernet cable to an available Ethernet port on your DSL/Cable router. Then connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Device LAN1 port. Connect the power adaptor cable into the jack named Power, and then plug the power adaptor to an AC socket.
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For free standing installation, place the Device in the stand as shown. 3. Broadband Connectivity: After approximately two minutes, the Device Internet status indicator will begin to pulse. 4. Automatic Software Update: After the device establishes a broadband connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP), the Device automatically updates its software.
After rebooting, the Device automatically configures itself with the information you have provided to your ISP and mobile phone operator regarding phones or devices that are allowed to connect to your small cell service. The Internet status indicator pulses and remains on white when the auto configuration is complete.
Final Checks & Making Your First Call Authorized Users The Device is configured to only allow service for authorized mobile phones. The first mobile phone SIM card (the details for which you provided to your mobile phone service provider) is pre-configured to work with the device during auto-configuration.
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Power OFF your mobile phone if your mobile phone was ON during the Device installation process. Wait 30 seconds and then Power On your mobile phone. After a couple of seconds your mobile phone should indicate that it is connected to the Device small cell. If this is not the case please see the Troubleshooting section on page of this guide.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) How do I know that I am using my Device service? Your mobile phone display will automatically indicate if you are within small cell signal range. If registered and configured properly, your mobile phone should display a small cell service message and an associated signal indicator.
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What happens if my Device stops operating - can I still place a call? If your Device stops operating (e.g. if you have lost your broadband connection) then you will no longer be able to place calls through the Device. However, if you have coverage from the mobile network of your mobile service provider you can still place calls normally.
Troubleshooting Internet Power Service Case Description Power Off The Device is powered on. stable The Device is being configured. System is initializing, e.g. booting, connecting, registering, White performing auto-configuration, stable pulsing network listening, software update. The Device is ready to use. White White System is ready to provide...
Internet Power Service Case Description Network timing not achieved in Orange Orange Device. flashing stable stable Failed Device test to ensure product is operation within Orange Orange defined operator regional flashing stable stable boundaries. Failed to authenticate with PPPoE ISP. Where customer Orange Orange Orange...
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WiFi Case Description The WiFi AP/Repeater is being White configured. flashing (System is initializing) The WiFi AP/Repeater is in gateway mode and processing. White (The system is still connecting blinking until it has been assigned an IP address.) The WiFi AP is online. (The White Router WAN IP is ready.) stable...
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Note Repair or replacement, as provided under this warranty, is the exclusive remedy of the purchaser. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular use or purpose. ZyXEL shall in no event be held liable for indirect or consequential damages of any kind to the purchaser.
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