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Summary of Contents for Orcon GENIUS
- Page 1 HOW TO INSTALL...
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Page 2: Before You Begin
IMPORTANT: You will know that your service is active when: 1. You receive a text and/or an email telling you that your Orcon Genius connection is complete. This will be sent to the email and mobile entered during sign-up. -
Page 3: Installing The Modem
Turn the modem power button on and wait for the green light to illuminate. 2. Plug one of the white phone cables (which can be found in your Orcon Genius box) into the socket labelled ADSL on the right hand side of the modem. Plug the other end straight into the phone socket on your wall. - Page 4 Connecting your computer to Orcon Genius Locate the yellow Ethernet cable and connect one end of the Ethernet cable to one of the four yellow Ethernet ports on the modem. Connect the other end to the Ethernet port on the back of your PC or Laptop (please refer to PC user guide or PC manufacturer if you are unsure where this is located).
- Page 5 We suggest you make yourself a cup of tea, and then have a crack at this Sudoku puzzle. By the time you’ve finished, the lights on the front of Orcon Genius should be illuminated and solid blue as per below.
- Page 6 A. Orcon Genius Lite – supply your own handset. Locate the white phone cable supplied with your Orcon Genius Lite device • Connect the white phone cable into the green port on Orcon Genius Lite. • Connect the other end in the matching socket on your phone.
- Page 7 3. Press the cover down until it clicks into place. On the handset The phone handset that arrived with Orcon Genius is already registered and paired with the main device so is ready to go. For additional information about your Orcon Genius handset such as customisation please see the “Genius handset booklet.”...
- Page 8 ORCON GENIUS – MORE DETAILED INFO Note: we recommend you follow steps 3-5 to make sure your Orcon Genius is super secure and safe. CONTENTS 1. GET TO KNOW GENIUS 2. HOW TO SET UP WIRELESS 3. HOW TO ADMINISTER ORCON GENIUS MANUALLY 4.
- Page 9 2. Internet light When a USB mass storage device is The internet light shows you when the connected to Orcon Genius, this light will router is connected to the internet. If the illuminate to inform you the attached light is off or flashing blue the modem is storage device is ready for use.
- Page 10 CHAPTER 2 HOW TO SETUP WIRELESS Orcon Genius wireless signal is on by default and secured using a pre configured WPA key. Please note: if you want a different password you can change this, see Chapter 4. Using your wireless capable device (i.e. Laptop, Smartphone, Tablet device) search for the following network: ORCON-WIRELESS and connect to it.
- Page 11 2. A menu will appear with the wireless networks currently in range. Look for the name of your newly configured wireless network and click on it (in this case it’s Orcon-Wireless). 3. Ensure the Connect Automatically option is ticked and then click on the Connect button.
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Page 12: Windows Vista
2. Once the Connection window appears, under Show - select Wireless from the drop down menu. You should now be able to see all available wireless networks. Choose the network you previously named (in this case it’s Orcon-Wireless). Select this and click the Connect button. - Page 13 1. Click on the Start Menu, open the Connect To menu item and select Wireless Network Connection. 2. Once the Wireless Network Connection window appears, select the wireless network you previously named (in this case it’s Orcon Wireless Modem). Next, click the Connect button. Northcote Photocopier Sales 3.
- Page 14 1. On the top menu bar, click the AirPort icon and select the Turn AirPort On option. 2. After a moment, your computer will list the available wireless networks. Select your previously named wireless network. In this case it’s Orcon-Wireless. 3. Next you’ll be required to enter your newly created Pre-Shared key (this is the serial number of the modem device, located on the rear of your device).
- Page 15 In the modem’s interface there are various menus regarding the modem’s settings and other various options. We recommend that you do not alter any of these settings, so as to ensure a smooth Orcon Genius experience.
- Page 16 CHAPTER 4 - HOW TO CHANGE YOUR WIRELESS PASSWORD STEP ONE To change your password on your Orcon Genius’s wireless network from the factory default follow the below steps: Firstly ensure: • Your modem is switched on • The Ethernet cable is plugged in correctly into both your modem and computer •...
- Page 17 4. Under Security Options, in the Pre-Shared key input box, enter a new password for wireless connection. Remember – the password must be a minimum of 8 characters. It is recommended you use a combination of numbers, letters, upper and lower case characters. 5.
- Page 18 CHAPTER 5 - HOW TO CHANGE THE PASSWORD ON YOUR HARDWARE For an even more secure setup, you can change the Orcon Genius login password. The default password is ‘admin’. We do suggest you personalise this password to ensure Orcon Genius is more secure.
- Page 19 CHAPTER 6 - HOW TO SET UP A FILE SERVER The file server function on Orcon Genius allows you to plug in an external USB drive into the USB port located on the right hand side. You can then share the content on the hard drive with all the computers connected to your home or office network.
- Page 20 (only if you have purchased the non-Lite version). Flat as a tack Orcon Genius can sit flat on a desk or table. You won’t need the stand that is supplied so store it away. The Orcon Genius handset cradle can stand up on a desk or table - just plug the supplied power cord into the cradle and clip on the stand.
- Page 21 Things are better when we’re together (not with Genius Lite) To display Orcon Genius and the handset as one unit, they need to be attached to each other. To do this: 1. Lay the modem and the handset charger face down (on a protective cloth - to prevent scratches).
- Page 22 FINISHED RESULT!
- Page 23 NOTES...
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