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...: August 2021 Important: This manual contains proprietary information that do not apply to change without notice. Predator Connect X5 Home Page 10 4. Quick Setup...12 5. Home Network Security...41 12. Some features described in this manual. WAN ...28 9. © 2021. Acer Group shall not be supported depending on the Operating System version. Dashboard ...15 6. The information contained in this manual may not be liable for...
...: August 2021 Important: This manual contains proprietary information that do not apply to change without notice. Predator Connect X5 Home Page 10 4. Quick Setup...12 5. Home Network Security...41 12. Some features described in this manual. WAN ...28 9. © 2021. Acer Group shall not be supported depending on the Operating System version. Dashboard ...15 6. The information contained in this manual may not be liable for...
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...; The box should include the following items: Predator Connect X5 Power Adapter Quick Start Guide Warranty Declaration of Conformity 1.2 System Requirements This Predator Connect X5 is designed to provide internet access through 5G or 4G cellular data (SIM and Data Plan not included) over WiFi 6 or Cat. Overview The Predator Connect X5 5G CPE is compatible with WiFi devices which support 2.4GHz...
...; The box should include the following items: Predator Connect X5 Power Adapter Quick Start Guide Warranty Declaration of Conformity 1.2 System Requirements This Predator Connect X5 is designed to provide internet access through 5G or 4G cellular data (SIM and Data Plan not included) over WiFi 6 or Cat. Overview The Predator Connect X5 5G CPE is compatible with WiFi devices which support 2.4GHz...
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The included power adapter has an AC Input rating of 100-240V-, 0.85A, 50-60Hz. Note: To ensure your device. 6 1.5 Bottom View 1 2 1.6 Environmental Operating temperature: -0 °C to 43 °C (0 °F to 95 °F) RH 90% Humidity Storage temperature: 0 °C to 45 °C (0 °F to 113 °F) RH 0% to 90% Humidity 1.3.5 Power Management Your Predator Connect X5 5G CPE comes with your Predator Connect X5 works as intended, it is recommended you only use the accessories provided with a 12v, 2.0A Max 24.0W power adapter.
The included power adapter has an AC Input rating of 100-240V-, 0.85A, 50-60Hz. Note: To ensure your device. 6 1.5 Bottom View 1 2 1.6 Environmental Operating temperature: -0 °C to 43 °C (0 °F to 95 °F) RH 90% Humidity Storage temperature: 0 °C to 45 °C (0 °F to 113 °F) RH 0% to 90% Humidity 1.3.5 Power Management Your Predator Connect X5 5G CPE comes with your Predator Connect X5 works as intended, it is recommended you only use the accessories provided with a 12v, 2.0A Max 24.0W power adapter.
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... SIM. Power to the wall plug socket. 7 To ensure the best thermal performance and safe operations, please ensure that the thermal vents are not be sure the area around your finger tip and nail. Installation / First-time setup 2.1 Setup location Please choose a sturdy and open space for your Predator Connect X5 5G CPE. To ensure the best performance, be blocked. 2.2 Setting up ...
... SIM. Power to the wall plug socket. 7 To ensure the best thermal performance and safe operations, please ensure that the thermal vents are not be sure the area around your finger tip and nail. Installation / First-time setup 2.1 Setup location Please choose a sturdy and open space for your Predator Connect X5 5G CPE. To ensure the best performance, be blocked. 2.2 Setting up ...
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Powering on the Predator Connect X5. Power on . To switch off . 8 All LEDs will show solid green at the same time when the device has been switched on : Press the power button for 3 seconds, until the LEDs power off your device: Press the power button for 3 seconds.
Powering on the Predator Connect X5. Power on . To switch off . 8 All LEDs will show solid green at the same time when the device has been switched on : Press the power button for 3 seconds, until the LEDs power off your device: Press the power button for 3 seconds.
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...) on your WiFi password. F. Enter your device. i. Connect your computer or device to Predator Connect X5 via Ethernet cable: A. Connect your Ethernet cable to the internet using WiFi A. C. 2.4GHz wireless network name: PredatorConnect-X5-XXXX-2.4GHz D. 5GHz wireless network name: PredatorConnect-X5-XXXX-5GHz E. Note: You can refer to the LED Behavior table for more information. Connect your Computer to Game port (Blue Icon) or...
...) on your WiFi password. F. Enter your device. i. Connect your computer or device to Predator Connect X5 via Ethernet cable: A. Connect your Ethernet cable to the internet using WiFi A. C. 2.4GHz wireless network name: PredatorConnect-X5-XXXX-2.4GHz D. 5GHz wireless network name: PredatorConnect-X5-XXXX-5GHz E. Note: You can refer to the LED Behavior table for more information. Connect your Computer to Game port (Blue Icon) or...
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... Home page, enter the password as found on device label on the bottom of the Predator Connect X5 and click Login. 10 3. Predator Connect X5 Home Page 3.1 Predator Connect X5 Home Page Compatibility The Predator Connect X5 Home Page is compatible with the following browsers: A. Google Chrome B. Microsoft Edge 3.2 Logging into the Predator Connect X5 Home Page Open your web browser. Type http://connect.acer or http://192.168.76.1:8080 into the address bar...
... Home page, enter the password as found on device label on the bottom of the Predator Connect X5 and click Login. 10 3. Predator Connect X5 Home Page 3.1 Predator Connect X5 Home Page Compatibility The Predator Connect X5 Home Page is compatible with the following browsers: A. Google Chrome B. Microsoft Edge 3.2 Logging into the Predator Connect X5 Home Page Open your web browser. Type http://connect.acer or http://192.168.76.1:8080 into the address bar...
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Quick Setup 4.1 First boot up • You will take only a few steps to proceed with your preferred WAN to the internet. This process will need to complete. To connect to set first. 12 Please choose your Predator Connect X5's Quick setup. 4.
Quick Setup 4.1 First boot up • You will take only a few steps to proceed with your preferred WAN to the internet. This process will need to complete. To connect to set first. 12 Please choose your Predator Connect X5's Quick setup. 4.
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Dashboard 5.1 Command Center • The first available option on the menu tree is the Dashboard. You can check and view basic information about your device here 1 2 6 1 3 5 4 7 8 . 15 5. You will also firstly arrive at The Predator Connect X5's dashboard once successfully logged in.
Dashboard 5.1 Command Center • The first available option on the menu tree is the Dashboard. You can check and view basic information about your device here 1 2 6 1 3 5 4 7 8 . 15 5. You will also firstly arrive at The Predator Connect X5's dashboard once successfully logged in.
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... data used this month. B. If the primary WAN is disconnected, the secondary WAN will be set start date of the Cellular or Ethernet WAN connection will switch over seamlessly. 3. User can be assigned the primary WAN or second WAN. Failover mode by OOKLA. There is also a feature of LAN ports 1,2, and 3. Dual WAN supports two modes: A. LAN1 can set...
... data used this month. B. If the primary WAN is disconnected, the secondary WAN will be set start date of the Cellular or Ethernet WAN connection will switch over seamlessly. 3. User can be assigned the primary WAN or second WAN. Failover mode by OOKLA. There is also a feature of LAN ports 1,2, and 3. Dual WAN supports two modes: A. LAN1 can set...
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Game Acceleration Designed for game acceleration. 17 Predator Connect X5 supports two types of QoS modes (Quality of Service) for Gaming The Predator Connect X5 5G CPE is designed with awesome gaming capabilities to ensure you to have the best online gaming experience. 6.
Game Acceleration Designed for game acceleration. 17 Predator Connect X5 supports two types of QoS modes (Quality of Service) for Gaming The Predator Connect X5 5G CPE is designed with awesome gaming capabilities to ensure you to have the best online gaming experience. 6.
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... single WAN or Dual WAN with a new level of the Intel Killer Prioritization Engine to get the best online experience possible on your router. Manual Prioritization • Enables a finer grain control of prioritization, you can only be manually adjusted to high priority. Killer prioritization mode can also customize settings and bandwidth levels. Manually set priority for devices connected to the gaming or creative applications...
... single WAN or Dual WAN with a new level of the Intel Killer Prioritization Engine to get the best online experience possible on your router. Manual Prioritization • Enables a finer grain control of prioritization, you can only be manually adjusted to high priority. Killer prioritization mode can also customize settings and bandwidth levels. Manually set priority for devices connected to the gaming or creative applications...
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Data Roaming can be turned on another network. This functionality is by Predator Connect X5. In those cases, user need to Auto or Manual. • There are 4 network modes that can be selected. • 1. 5G NSA -> 4G • 2. 5G SA -> 5G NSA -> 4G 23 But some carriers maybe not be ... by navigating to the 5G 7.4 Profile Management • Predator Connect X5 will detect your SIM and set to manually create a new profile and setup the SIM's APN. 7.5 Network search mode • Network search can be set APN(Access Point Name) for 4G/5G data connection as the default configuration....
Data Roaming can be turned on another network. This functionality is by Predator Connect X5. In those cases, user need to Auto or Manual. • There are 4 network modes that can be selected. • 1. 5G NSA -> 4G • 2. 5G SA -> 5G NSA -> 4G 23 But some carriers maybe not be ... by navigating to the 5G 7.4 Profile Management • Predator Connect X5 will detect your SIM and set to manually create a new profile and setup the SIM's APN. 7.5 Network search mode • Network search can be set APN(Access Point Name) for 4G/5G data connection as the default configuration....
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You are able to individually delete unwanted SMS from here. 7.9 SMS Forwarding function • Allows SMS messages that is received by clicking the delete button. 27 B. 7.8 SIM Inbox • Allows you wish to read. Left-click the content of the message you to another phone number; You may delete your SMS messages by the installed SIM card of your Predator Connect X5 to be forward to view SMS messages that is received in the installed SIM card of your Predator Connect X5. such as the phone number of your personal Smartphone. 7.10 Reading SMS A.
You are able to individually delete unwanted SMS from here. 7.9 SMS Forwarding function • Allows SMS messages that is received by clicking the delete button. 27 B. 7.8 SIM Inbox • Allows you wish to read. Left-click the content of the message you to another phone number; You may delete your SMS messages by the installed SIM card of your Predator Connect X5 to be forward to view SMS messages that is received in the installed SIM card of your Predator Connect X5. such as the phone number of your personal Smartphone. 7.10 Reading SMS A.
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WAN 8.1 WAN Status. • Displays the different operating status regarding the functions and features of your Predator Connect X5's WAN capabilities. A. Subnet mask G. Secondary DNS server 28 Duration B. Connection Mode: DHCP, Static IP, PPPoE, and Switch WAN port to LAN1. Default gateway H. E. MAC address D. IP address F. Connection Status: displays Connected or Disconnected C. Primary DNS sever I. You may change the connection mode in WAN Setting. 8.
WAN 8.1 WAN Status. • Displays the different operating status regarding the functions and features of your Predator Connect X5's WAN capabilities. A. Subnet mask G. Secondary DNS server 28 Duration B. Connection Mode: DHCP, Static IP, PPPoE, and Switch WAN port to LAN1. Default gateway H. E. MAC address D. IP address F. Connection Status: displays Connected or Disconnected C. Primary DNS sever I. You may change the connection mode in WAN Setting. 8.
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Just use the down arrow to reveal the drop down menu to set this port as LAN port. User can also select dual WAN mode with failover or load balance function applied. 29 User can select primary WAN and secondary WAN. It is possible to select your preferred WAN setting. 8.3 Dual WAN Setting • Predator Connect X5 has two WAN connections, 5G NR and Ethernet WAN. 8.2 WAN Setting • Set Ethernet WAN connection mode. It can be dynamic IP static IP, or PPPoE.
Just use the down arrow to reveal the drop down menu to set this port as LAN port. User can also select dual WAN mode with failover or load balance function applied. 29 User can select primary WAN and secondary WAN. It is possible to select your preferred WAN setting. 8.3 Dual WAN Setting • Predator Connect X5 has two WAN connections, 5G NR and Ethernet WAN. 8.2 WAN Setting • Set Ethernet WAN connection mode. It can be dynamic IP static IP, or PPPoE.
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... that any changes in the advanced setting could affect your connection and overall experience using the Predator Connect X5 5G CPE. • Please click OK if you are sure to proceed to adjusting parameters within the advanced settings submenu. • When you arrive at the Advanced Setting submenu, you will be provided various options to be in, your 802.11 modes, AP isolation...
... that any changes in the advanced setting could affect your connection and overall experience using the Predator Connect X5 5G CPE. • Please click OK if you are sure to proceed to adjusting parameters within the advanced settings submenu. • When you arrive at the Advanced Setting submenu, you will be provided various options to be in, your 802.11 modes, AP isolation...
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... of children. Use of another type of Use The device is manufactured to dry your device while driving. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of motor vehicles. Regulatory Information 14.1 Important Safety Precaution Your Predator Connect X5 5G CPE device is not water-resistant. Do not allow children to clean the device and accessories. 14.4 Disposal Instructions Do not...
... of children. Use of another type of Use The device is manufactured to dry your device while driving. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of motor vehicles. Regulatory Information 14.1 Important Safety Precaution Your Predator Connect X5 5G CPE device is not water-resistant. Do not allow children to clean the device and accessories. 14.4 Disposal Instructions Do not...
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... band are restricted to indoor usage only. Hereby, Acer Inc. declares that the radio equipment type XXXXXX is 50% for NR n78 band for Predator Connect X5 5G CPE at www.acer.com 14.12 Duty Cycle Attestation 5G MiFi UE (User Equipment) will operate on its 5G network with a configuration of this device. 14.13 Restrictions Operations in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
... band are restricted to indoor usage only. Hereby, Acer Inc. declares that the radio equipment type XXXXXX is 50% for NR n78 band for Predator Connect X5 5G CPE at www.acer.com 14.12 Duty Cycle Attestation 5G MiFi UE (User Equipment) will operate on its 5G network with a configuration of this device. 14.13 Restrictions Operations in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.