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Open Mobile R526 User Guide

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Version 3.0 / 03.01.2010

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Intro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Part 1: Using the R526 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Charging the R526 Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Opening the Browser Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Device Activation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

The Browser Interface and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

CDMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

WiFi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 13

Status. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Port Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

MAC Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Advanced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Advanced Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Port Forwarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Upgrade Firmware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Part 2: Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Part 3: FAQ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Part 4: Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

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Mobile Hotspot (R526) User Guide Open Mobile R526 User Guide www.openmobilepr.com Version 3.0 / 03.01.2010 2010 OPEN MOBILE. Open Mobile and the logo are trademarks of Open Mobile. Other marks are the property of their respective owners. ...
Page 2: Part 1: Using The R526
Using the R526 ...
Page 3 The default security for the R526 is WEP 64‐bit. The default security key is “12345”. Enter “12345” to continue connecting to the R526. If you would like to change this security setting after you have activated your device, see the WiFi > Security setting of this document for changing security settings. Page 3 / 27 R526_UG_Rev3.0_EN_03012010...
Page 4 4. When connected to the R526 you will see the connection as ‘FRANKLIN_R526 XXXX’ – as shown below. Page 4 / 27 R526_UG_Rev3.0_EN_03012010...
Page 5 5. Before proceeding, ensure your wireless connection properties are set to ‘Obtain an IP Address Automatically’ For Windows XP and Vista 32‐bit users, you can right‐click on your wireless network, select properties, then TCP/IP properties. For Windows Vista 64‐bit and Windows 7 users, you can click on ‘View Status’ as shown below Page 5 / 27 R526_UG_Rev3.0_EN_03012010...
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Page 7: Device Activation
6. Next, open your web browser to http://10.10.10.254. This will bring you to the web user interface of the R526. Device Activation (Windows) Page 7 / 27 R526_UG_Rev3.0_EN_03012010...
Page 8 Click Login button. You will be prompted to enter your username and password. The default Username and Password is admin/admin. Click OK. Then, you will see the pop up screen requiring Activation as below. Activate. If you see the below notice, click After successful activation, Web browser of the R526 will open as below. Page 8 / 27 R526_UG_Rev3.0_EN_03012010...
Page 9 Device Activation (Mac Users Only) 1. Go to Airport Icon at the right upper corner of desktop tap menu and click to open. Airport on Airport off Ensure your Airport mode is turned on to allow your computer to search for available WiFi networks. 2. Choose “Open Network Preferences” on the drop‐down menu and select “FRANKLIN_R526 XXXX” of your Wi‐Fi network and apply it. 3. Now that you are connected, and you need to activate before using. Activate. If you see the below notice, click Page 9 / 27 R526_UG_Rev3.0_EN_03012010...
Page 10 After successful activation, Web browser of the R526 will open as below. The Browser Interface and Settings Open your Web browser and enter http://10.10.10.254 into the address window. The browser interface will open. Page 10 / 27 R526_UG_Rev3.0_EN_03012010...
Page 11: Home
Menu Bar Your R526 uses a browser interface to configure the device. The browser interface lets you: View the status of aspects of your network. Set up WEP or WPA security, MAC filtering, port filtering, and port forwarding. Set up a hotspot to allow a maximum of five connections to your device without having to share your network name and network key. Home The Home screen is the first screen you see after logging in to the browser interface. It is the main point of entry for all your work in the browser interface. The menu bar runs horizontally along the top of the browser interface. It shows how many users or WiFi embedded devices are connected. It also displays information about your device’s connection strength and battery level. CDMA The CDMA menu allows you to update your Preferred Roaming List(PRL) – provided by your carrier, and provides internet connection information as well and traffic counters. Page 11 / 27 R526_UG_Rev3.0_EN_03012010...
Page 12: Status
Status The CDMA status screen is divided into two sections. Internet Connections Click Connect to connect to your 3G network. The R526 comes pre‐configured with the information required to connect to the Open Mobile network. It will not normally require any additional configuration to the basic settings unless you are using the device behind a corporate firewall, and this may require the appropriate proxy server settings to be modified. The Internet Connection section also displays the following information: Number of bytes received and transmitted Duration of the current connection The device’s IP address and subnet mask Gateway IP address DNS server IP address Traffic Counters The Traffic Counters section displays the following: Date and time connection was made Total duration of connection Total data bytes received and transmitted, plus the total for both directions This section displays both a cumulative (life time) count and a count for the current session (which can be reset). Configuration Page 12 / 27 R526_UG_Rev3.0_EN_03012010...
Page 13: Wifi
The Configuration menu allows you to upgrade your Preferred Roaming List. (PRL) – the PRL is provided by your carrier. Diagnostics This menu gives you the 3G modem information. WiFi The WiFi menu allows you to view status information for your WiFi network and configure your hotspot. Status This Status menu gives you following status information: Network Name (also known as SSID) Security method in use IP address and mask of the wireless browser interface Page 13 / 27 R526_UG_Rev3.0_EN_03012010...
Page 14: Configuration
Users (clients) information currently connected to the device Configuration This menu allows you to select or modify WiFi profile. Network Mode: The type of wireless networking you are currently using. You can choose either mode among 802.11b only, 802.11g only, 802.11b/g mixed mode. The default mode is 802.11b/g mixed mode. Network Name(SSID): You can change or input new Network Name (SSID). System default SSID is “FRANKLIN_R526 XXXX”. If you check Don’t broadcast box, WiFi clients who try to access the R526 network can not see this SSID. BSSID: MAC address of R526 Frequency(Channel): The radio channel that the device is using. This should be usually set to Auto and left unchanged. Available channels are Auto and 1 to 11 Security You can use WEP (64‐ or 128‐bit), WPA, or WPA2 security. Page 14 / 27 R526_UG_Rev3.0_EN_03012010...
Page 15 Security: The type of security the router is using. This applies to the Secure and the Temporary Hotspot profiles. Authentication: There are 2 different types of Authentication. 1) Open System: Open for all clients 2) Shared Key: Open only for those who were chosen as a Shared Key. Network Key: Passcode or password used to access the network. The required format varies by type of security. WEP (64bit or 128bit) : Traditional WiFi security mode. WPA (TIKP or AES) : New WiFi security mode. 1. Select a security protocol from the Security list. (The Encryption box displays the corresponding encryption level.) 2. Enter a new network key in the Network Key box. (Permissible characters are listed in gray just under the box.) 3. Click Apply. Note. When you click Apply, you will need to reconnect to your router by closing your current view and re‐opening a Page 15 / 27 R526_UG_Rev3.0_EN_03012010...
Page 16: Router
browser connection to http://10.10.10.254. Router The Settings menu allows you to set Port Filtering and MAC Filtering function. Port Filter Port filtering allows you to conserve bandwidth by preventing non‐business applications from accessing the Internet, and to prevent applications such as online games from accessing the Internet. 1. From the Port Filtering screen, select the Enable Port Filtering check box. 2. Select the check boxes for the applications for which you want to allow access to the Internet. 3. Click Apply. MAC Filter MAC Filter allows you to limit access to your device to only those devices with a specified MAC address (a unique code assigned to hardware such as network adapters). Page 16 / 27 R526_UG_Rev3.0_EN_03012010...
Page 17: Advanced
Finding the MAC Address The MAC Address is also known as a hardware or physical address for a device, usually a network adapter. It consists of six pairs of numbers and letters (for example, 00:21:9B:1C:64:34). You can view the MAC address for any device connected to the R526 device in the WiFi Clients section of the WiFi Status screen. (See “WiFi Clients” on page 13.) Note. When you enable this feature for the first time, ensure you add your wireless MAC first, then click Apply. Advanced Advanced Settings This menu allows you to configure your device to enable auto connection, Ethernet Port, Power Saving, and VPN Passthrough. CDMA Modem Enabling Auto connect allows your device to connect to your 3G network automatically when it is turned on. Page 17 / 27 R526_UG_Rev3.0_EN_03012010...
Page 18 Ethernet Port Enable the Ethernet Port when you want to connect your compute directly to the R526 using a LAN (RJ45) cable. Default is ‘Disable’. Power Saving WiFi Radio Off ‐ You can use the Radio Off mode to customize your device to switch to a low power mode when you don’t use the internet. There are 10 minute increments from 10‐60 minutes. Select Never to disable this power saving feature. If you want to switch the WiFi Radio on earlier than the time you set in this menu, you can easily push the power button one time lightly. A blue WiFi LED of indicates that R526 is ready to connect. Power Off ‐ The Power Off mode allows you to choose when your device will automatically power off, to save battery life, due to inactivity. There are 10 minute increments from 10‐60 minutes you can select. Select Never to disable this power saving feature. Router DHCP Server ‐ Enabling the DHCP server allows the device to automatically assign a local IP address to a new ...
Page 19 Subnet Mask : 255.255.255.0 Gateway : 10.10.10.254 VPN Passthrough VPN passthrough is required if you are going to connect to a VPN (such as a corporate system). Port Forwarding Port forwarding allows designated users or applications to reach specified servers, such as FTP and DNS servers, on your computer. Also, some online games require incoming access to work properly. Enable the Port Forwarding Settings and type the local static IP address of the device hosting the application IP. Click Apply when you have finished adding applications. You can comment on this Port Forwarding. Note. You cannot use port forwarding with some standard data accounts. To use port forwarding, you may need to request a static IP address from your carrier / service provider.. Upgrade Firmware Page 19 / 27 R526_UG_Rev3.0_EN_03012010...
Page 20: Management
You can upgrade your device's configuration file to your computer. Management Administrator Settings: You can create a new administrator’s name and password. Note. When you change the default settings, keep you new information in a safe place. Export Settings: It allows you to backup your settings to your PC, memory stick, CD, etc. Import Settings: You can restore previously saved/backed up settings. Reset to Factory Defaults: Click Load Default to reset your R526 to the defualt factory settings. System Reboot: Click Reboot to restart R526 router. Manual Activation: It allows you to re‐activate your unit. See Section of this guide for activation instructions. Page 20 / 27 R526_UG_Rev3.0_EN_03012010...
Page 21: Help
Help Help menu gives you the Quick Start Guide, full User Guide. Quick Start Guide User Guide Part 2 Warranty Manufacturer’s Limited One‐Year Warranty: Open Mobile (the company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this device, that should the product or any part thereof, during normal consumer usage conditions, be defective in material or workmanship that results in product failure within the first twelve (12) month period from the date of purchase, such defects will be repaired or replaced, with a new or refurbished product at the Company’s discretion, without charge for parts and labor directly related to the defect(s). This warranty extends to consumers who purchase the product ...
Page 22 Q: What is the R526’s main purpose unlike other routers? A: The R526 is a portable WiFi router that fits in the palm of your hand. It will allow you to connect up to 5 devices ...
Page 23 A: The R526 operates on 3G wireless networks. Q: What are the air holes on the both side of the R526? A: The air holes are designed to reduce the heat generated by the device itself while it used. Keep the device away from open flames, dusty conditions, and keep it dry for optimal performance. Q: What kind of security is available with the R526? A: The R526 supports advanced WiFi security protocol through standard methods such as WiFi Protected Access (WPA & WPA2) and the previous method of Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). More advanced settings are available in the Web based user interface. Q: What if the user forgets their R526 password? A: The R526 can be reset by powering on the device, remove the battery cover, and depress the small button near the bottom of the battery using a paper clip or pen and hold for 3 seconds. The Power LED will turn off‐and‐on several times to indicate reset is successful. The unit will power up with the factory default configuration. Q: What might the owner of the R526 need to be aware of before sharing with multiple devices? A: With multiple devices or used as a temporary hotspot: If there are several heavy data users on at the same time, you may notice a degradation in performance Users are not allowed to access more than 5 devices to the R526 in order to keep the devices’ data speed stable enough to be communicated without a problem. Be aware these users are contributing to your data usage. You may want to check your account online to see how much of a difference it is making and how close you are to any usage caps that may apply under your Open Mobile network connection plan. If all are accessing a R526 that is using the battery, the battery will drain faster than the average of 3 hours usage time for one user. Q: Can a user connect the R526 to their computer with a USB cable? A: When the R526 is tethered via a USB cable to a computer, the device will not function as a hotspot. But please note that in this mode, the R526 can be charged, or re‐charged only. Q. What is the LAN port of R526 can be used for? A: The LAN Port of the R526 is users who have a laptop or desktop computer which does not have WiFi capability. ...
Page 24 Q: Why the R526 turns off while in used and it wouldn’t turn on again? A: The red solid power LED indicates the battery is below 20% and if it’s blinking, it indicates the R526 will turn off very soon. After the battery has run down, it turns off automatically. So you need to charge the battery using USB Power Adapter. Please refer to the Quick Start Guide on page 9. Q: How close does the user’s WiFi enabled device need to be from the R526? A: The device will need to be within 16 feet or 5 meters of the WiFi device to work. So a user can keep the R526 in their pocket, laptop bag, or sitting on a desk or window ledge across a room (for better coverage). Q: Does the R526 support voice calls, fax and/or text messaging? A: Voice calls, text messaging and fax are not supported. Q: Can the R526 be used for memory storage? A: The R526 does not support onboard or removable memory storage. Q: How long does a user need to charge the battery before they begin using? A: The battery must be fully charged before using the R526 for the first time. We recommend a minimum of 2 hours charging time before first use. After the initial use and set‐up, you may use with the battery alone or with the battery and the USB Power Adapter. Q: Does the R526 require software installation? A: The R526 comes with a browser URL that allows the user to configure the device. You can activate, establish security and set more advanced settings without installing any software. Q: What does the user of the R526 need to begin to do configuration and activation? A: See section of this manual for activation instructions. Q: What if the R526 can not access the internet even though the unit has been activated? A: Verify your network & signal strength for optimal performance. Q: When will a user of the R526 need to access the browser interface? A: The R526 browser interface will only need to be accessed or used when configuring your device for the first time ...
Page 25 Internet or on local networks that use the TCP/IP protocol. ● ESN — Electronic Serial Number. A unique 32‐bit number embedded in a wireless device that identifies the device. ● MEID — Mobile Equipment Identifier. The unique second‐generation serial number assigned to the R526 for cellular network use. ● Firmware — A program that internally controls an electronic device. ● FTP — File Transfer Protocol. A network protocol for exchanging files over a TCP network. ...
Page 26 phone to the network. ● MSL — Master Subsidy Lock. A numeric code for accessing certain phone settings. ● NAI — Network Access Identifier. A standard way of identifying users who request access to a network. ● Network Mask — A number that allows IP networks to be subdivided for security and performance. ● NNTP — Network News Transfer Protocol. An Internet application protocol for reading and posting Usenet (newsgroup) articles. ● POP — Post Office Protocol. An Internet protocol for retrieving email from a remote server over a TCP/IP connection. ...
Page 27 (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers). ● WLAN Client — A wireless device that connects to the Internet via WLAN. ● WLAN — WLAN LAN. A typically low‐power network that transmits a wireless signal over a span of a few hundred feet and usually only to stationary devices. ● WPA/WPA2 — WLAN Protected Access. A security protocol for wireless 802.11 networks from the WLAN Alliance. ● WWAN — Wireless Wide Area Network. Wireless connectivity to the Internet achieved using cellular tower technology. This service is provided through cellular providers. WWAN connectivity allows a user with a laptop and a WWAN device to surf the Internet, check email, or connect to a virtual private network (VPN) from anywhere within the regional boundaries of the cellular service. ...