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Proxicast LAN-Cell 3 User Manual

4g / 3g cellular router + vpn + firewall
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4G/3G Cellular Router + VPN + Firewall

Quick Start Guide

The REALLY QUICK Start Guide
1.
Insert an activated USB modem & power on the LAN-Cell 3.
2.
Wait 60 sec. for the Status & USB LEDs to stop flashing.
3.
Connect a DHCP-enabled PC to one of the 4 LAN ports.
The LAN-Cell will automatically detect the USB modem and connect to the Internet.
The USB LED will be solid green when the connection is active.
If the modem fails to initialize or connect to the Internet:
·
Browse to http://192.168.1.1:8080 Username/Password: admin/1234
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Select Setup > WAN from the drop-down menus
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Select your modem model and service provider under WAN (USB Modem)
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Click "Save Settings"
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Power-cycle the LAN-Cell to make a cellular connection
Check http://support.proxicast.com for the latest firmware updates
LAN-Cell 3
Version 5.2

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Summary of Contents for Proxicast LAN-Cell 3

  • Page 1: Quick Start Guide

    Version 5.2 The REALLY QUICK Start Guide Insert an activated USB modem & power on the LAN-Cell 3. Wait 60 sec. for the Status & USB LEDs to stop flashing. Connect a DHCP-enabled PC to one of the 4 LAN ports.

  • Page 2: Package Contents

    Introducing the LAN-Cell 3 The LAN-Cell 3 is the most advanced and secure way to provide cellular Internet access to Ethernet-based devices. Use the LAN-Cell 3 to provide access to remote equipment, gather telemetry or other M2M data, establish Internet service in temporary locations, or back-up wired Internet service with a 4G/3G cellular connection.
  • Page 3 Indicators & Connections Figure 2: LAN-Cell 3 Front Panel LABEL LED STATE DESCRIPTION USB 2.0 port for 4G/3G USB modems only MODEM USB modem is initializing – or – USB modem is not registered on the carrier network Flashing – or –...
  • Page 4 Figure 3: LAN-Cell 3 Rear Panel LABEL DESCRIPTION Wi-Fi (B) Attach one of the supplied cylindrical Wi-Fi antennas to this RP-SMA (reverse polarity) connector if using the LAN-Cell’s integrated 802.11 b/g/n radio. If using only 1 antenna, use jack A.

  • Page 5: Menu Structure

    LAN-Cell 3 Web Management Interface The LAN-Cell’s web management interface is divided into 3 sections (Figure 4): Drop-down Navigation Menus The Status Summary Column Configuration Parameters Figure 4: Typical LAN-Cell 3 Screen Menu Structure Status Provides real-time and historical information about the LAN-Cell’s operation.
  • Page 6 Configuring the LAN-Cell 3 Step 1: Enter http://192.168.1.1:8080 as the web site address in a web browser. Step 2: At the Login screen (Figure 5), enter the default Username=admin and the default Password=1234. Click Login to proceed. Step 3: The LAN-Cell’s Router Status screen will be displayed (Figure 6).

  • Page 7: External Antenna Connections

    By default, this feature is enabled and configured to ping a high-availability server. Some modems require cellular service provider specific settings to be entered on the LAN-Cell 3’s Setup > WAN screen. If the USB modem and carrier settings are not auto-detected, obtain the following information from the service provider: Parameter Your Cellular Carrier’s Settings...
  • Page 8 Figure 8: Mounting Base Modem-SAFE™ The LAN-Cell 3’s patent-pending Modem-SAFE system is a mechanism for securing a USB modem to prevent it from being removed or coming loose in mobile applications. Insert a Velcro strip through the slotted mounting plate with the loop (soft) side facing you (Figure 9).

  • Page 9: Common Tasks

    “admin” however, multiple users may log in concurrently. Update Firmware Admin > Download firmware updates from Management http://support.proxicast.com Consult the LAN-Cell 3 User’s Guide for more detailed information on how to configure all of the LAN-Cell’s features.

  • Page 10: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION None of the LEDs Ensure that the correct power adapter is connected to the turn on LAN-Cell and plugged in to an appropriate power source. If the LEDs still do not turn on, there may be a hardware failure. Cannot access the Check the cable between the computer (or hub/switch) and the LAN-Cell from a...
  • Page 11 Troubleshooting PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION Wrong type of The IP address assigned to the LAN-Cell’s WAN interface is 4G/3G WAN IP controlled by the cellular service provider. Confirm that the address is account has been provisioned for the proper type of IP address assigned and that the connection parameters match those required by the service provider.
  • Page 12 1-877-77PROXI (1-877-777-7694) 1-412-213-2477 (outside USA) support@proxicast.com © Copyright 2000 - 2013. Proxicast, LLC. All rights reserved. Proxicast is a registered trademark and LAN-Cell and Modem-SAFE are trademarks of Proxicast LLC. All other trademarks/servicemarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners.

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