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Table of contents Notices...v Safety statements vi REACH...vii About this guide viii ASUS contact information ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Features 1-3 1.3.1 Top view 1-3 1.3.2 Bottom view 1-5 1.3.3 Ports 1-5 1.4 Recommended network settings 1-6 1.4.1 Router mode 1-6 1.4.2 Access Point (AP) mode 1-6 1.4.3 Ethernet Adapter mode 1-7 1.4.4 Repeater mode 1-7 1.4.5 Hotspot mode 1-7 1.4.6 3G Sharing mode 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware installation 2.1 System requirements...
Table of contents Notices...v Safety statements vi REACH...vii About this guide viii ASUS contact information ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-2 1.2 Package contents 1-2 1.3 Features 1-3 1.3.1 Top view 1-3 1.3.2 Bottom view 1-5 1.3.3 Ports 1-5 1.4 Recommended network settings 1-6 1.4.1 Router mode 1-6 1.4.2 Access Point (AP) mode 1-6 1.4.3 Ethernet Adapter mode 1-7 1.4.4 Repeater mode 1-7 1.4.5 Hotspot mode 1-7 1.4.6 3G Sharing mode 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware installation 2.1 System requirements...
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Table of contents 4.2 Operation modes 4-5 4.2.1 Router mode 4-5 4.2.2 Access Point (AP) mode 4-6 4.2.3 Repeater mode 4-8 4.2.4 Ethernet Adapter mode 4-9 4.2.5 Hotspot mode 4-10 4.2.6 3G Sharing mode 4-11 4.3 Advanced setting 4-12 4.3.1 Wireless 4-12 4.3.2 LAN 4-25 4.3.3 WAN 4-...
Table of contents 4.2 Operation modes 4-5 4.2.1 Router mode 4-5 4.2.2 Access Point (AP) mode 4-6 4.2.3 Repeater mode 4-8 4.2.4 Ethernet Adapter mode 4-9 4.2.5 Hotspot mode 4-10 4.2.6 3G Sharing mode 4-11 4.3 Advanced setting 4-12 4.3.1 Wireless 4-12 4.3.2 LAN 4-25 4.3.3 WAN 4-...
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...web GUI). • Chapter 5: Using the device This chapter provides instructions on how to configure the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router using the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router. NOTE: Tips and additional information to complete a task. How this guide WARNING: Information to prevent injury...8226; Appendix: Troubleshooting The Appendix features a troubleshooting guide for solving common problems you need to install and configure your ASUS Mobile Wireless Router. This part also presents the package contents, LED indicators, and recommended network settings. • Chapter 2: Hardware installation...
...web GUI). • Chapter 5: Using the device This chapter provides instructions on how to configure the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router using the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router. NOTE: Tips and additional information to complete a task. How this guide WARNING: Information to prevent injury...8226; Appendix: Troubleshooting The Appendix features a troubleshooting guide for solving common problems you need to install and configure your ASUS Mobile Wireless Router. This part also presents the package contents, LED indicators, and recommended network settings. • Chapter 2: Hardware installation...
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Product introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the physical features of the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router. This part presents the package contents, LED indicators, and recommended network settings.
Product introduction Chapter 1 This chapter describes the physical features of the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router. This part presents the package contents, LED indicators, and recommended network settings.
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... for European market only) 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction The ASUS Mobile Wireless Router is damaged or missing. Implementing the IEEE 802.11n standard for wireless technologies, the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router is backward compatible with the earlier IEEE 802.11g standard allowing... Protected Access (WPA) features. 1.2 Package contents Check the following items in your existing or future wireless network configurations. ASUS Mobile Wireless Router (WL-330N3G) Universal power adapter and plug (100V ~ 240V) Micro USB power cord RJ45 cable Support CD (manual, utilities, GPL...
... for European market only) 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction The ASUS Mobile Wireless Router is damaged or missing. Implementing the IEEE 802.11n standard for wireless technologies, the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router is backward compatible with the earlier IEEE 802.11g standard allowing... Protected Access (WPA) features. 1.2 Package contents Check the following items in your existing or future wireless network configurations. ASUS Mobile Wireless Router (WL-330N3G) Universal power adapter and plug (100V ~ 240V) Micro USB power cord RJ45 cable Support CD (manual, utilities, GPL...
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..., Dial number, PIN, username, and password) are correct. com/2009/networks/3gsupport. The RJ-45 cable is connected and the mobile wireless router is connected. ASUS WL-330N3G Mobile Wireless Router 1-3 Check if your wireless router supports your 3G dongle at http://event.asus. Establishing 3G connection No USB 3G adapter is connected to an Ethernet network.
..., Dial number, PIN, username, and password) are correct. com/2009/networks/3gsupport. The RJ-45 cable is connected and the mobile wireless router is connected. ASUS WL-330N3G Mobile Wireless Router 1-3 Check if your wireless router supports your 3G dongle at http://event.asus. Establishing 3G connection No USB 3G adapter is connected to an Ethernet network.
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...mode 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction LED Wireless Power Status On Flashing On Flashing Mode* Router/AP/URE/ HS/3GS EA Router/AP/URE/ HS/3GS/EA Router/AP/EA/URE/ HS/3GS Router/AP/EA/URE/ HS/3GS Indication Associated. Off Router/AP/EA/URE/ The device is under "reset to default" mode or under "...rescue" mode. Associating. The mobile wireless router is off. WPS setting WPS setting is on...
...mode 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction LED Wireless Power Status On Flashing On Flashing Mode* Router/AP/URE/ HS/3GS EA Router/AP/URE/ HS/3GS/EA Router/AP/EA/URE/ HS/3GS Router/AP/EA/URE/ HS/3GS Indication Associated. Off Router/AP/EA/URE/ The device is under "reset to default" mode or under "...rescue" mode. Associating. The mobile wireless router is off. WPS setting WPS setting is on...
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Micro USB port: This port connects the power adapter plug or the bundled micro-USB cable. USB port: This port connects USB devices. Air vents: These vents provide ventilation to the device. 1.3.2 Bottom view Restore button: Using a pen or paper clip, press this button for five second or until the power LED starts blinking. USB port Micro USB port Ethernet port ASUS WL-330N3G Mobile Wireless Router 1-5 Air vents Restore button 1.3.3 Ports Ethernet port: This port connects the bundled RJ-45 cable.
Micro USB port: This port connects the power adapter plug or the bundled micro-USB cable. USB port: This port connects USB devices. Air vents: These vents provide ventilation to the device. 1.3.2 Bottom view Restore button: Using a pen or paper clip, press this button for five second or until the power LED starts blinking. USB port Micro USB port Ethernet port ASUS WL-330N3G Mobile Wireless Router 1-5 Air vents Restore button 1.3.3 Ports Ethernet port: This port connects the bundled RJ-45 cable.
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You can complete the share key and advanced security setup in one of these modes: 1. Repeater mode 5. Hotspot mode 6. 3G sharing mode 1.4.1 Router mode In the Router mode, the ASUS WL-330N3G connects to the Internet via an ADSL or a cable modem, and your network environment has multi-users using the same IP to a wired or...
You can complete the share key and advanced security setup in one of these modes: 1. Repeater mode 5. Hotspot mode 6. 3G sharing mode 1.4.1 Router mode In the Router mode, the ASUS WL-330N3G connects to the Internet via an ADSL or a cable modem, and your network environment has multi-users using the same IP to a wired or...
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1.4.3 Ethernet Adapter mode In the Ethernet Adapter mode, you can use the ASUS WL-330N3G to connect with wireless radio signal. It provides you can enable any Ethernet-capable device to go wireless. WL-330N3G ˝ Internet ASUS WL-330N3G Mobile Wireless Router 1-7 WL-330N3G ˝ Internet 1.4.4 Repeater mode In the Repeater mode, you with your wireless coverage. WL-330N3G ˝ Internet 1.4.5 Hotspot mode In Hotspot mode, WL-330N3G connects front-end base stations wirelessly and obtains WAN IP to extend your root router at home to an Internet connection.
1.4.3 Ethernet Adapter mode In the Ethernet Adapter mode, you can use the ASUS WL-330N3G to connect with wireless radio signal. It provides you can enable any Ethernet-capable device to go wireless. WL-330N3G ˝ Internet ASUS WL-330N3G Mobile Wireless Router 1-7 WL-330N3G ˝ Internet 1.4.4 Repeater mode In the Repeater mode, you with your wireless coverage. WL-330N3G ˝ Internet 1.4.5 Hotspot mode In Hotspot mode, WL-330N3G connects front-end base stations wirelessly and obtains WAN IP to extend your root router at home to an Internet connection.
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Hardware installation Chapter 2 This chapter provides information on how to install the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router.
Hardware installation Chapter 2 This chapter provides information on how to install the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router.
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...Internet browser 2.2 Device installation Follow these instructions to install the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router. 1. 2.1 System requirements Before installing the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router, make sure that your computer, network hub, switch, or router. 2.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the Ethernet cable ... Commission. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware installation Connect the device to your system/ network meets the following guidelines before installing the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router. • The length of the following requirements: • An Ethernet RJ-45 port (10-100Base-T) • At...
...Internet browser 2.2 Device installation Follow these instructions to install the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router. 1. 2.1 System requirements Before installing the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router, make sure that your computer, network hub, switch, or router. 2.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the Ethernet cable ... Commission. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware installation Connect the device to your system/ network meets the following guidelines before installing the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router. • The length of the following requirements: • An Ethernet RJ-45 port (10-100Base-T) • At...
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Insert the other end of the RJ‑45 cable to a wall socket (A). Do either of the supplied RJ‑45 cable to the WL-330N3G DC-IN socket and connect the USB connectors into your computer. 3. A Connect the USB power cord plug to the WL-330N3G Ethernet port. 2. Insert one end of the following: Connect the power adapter plug to the WL-330N3G DC-IN socket and connect the power adapter to your computer's USB ports (B). B ASUS WL-330N3G Mobile Wireless Router 2-3 2.2.2 Installing the device 1.
Insert the other end of the RJ‑45 cable to a wall socket (A). Do either of the supplied RJ‑45 cable to the WL-330N3G DC-IN socket and connect the USB connectors into your computer. 3. A Connect the USB power cord plug to the WL-330N3G Ethernet port. 2. Insert one end of the following: Connect the power adapter plug to the WL-330N3G DC-IN socket and connect the power adapter to your computer's USB ports (B). B ASUS WL-330N3G Mobile Wireless Router 2-3 2.2.2 Installing the device 1.
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Chapter 3 This chapter provides information on how to configure the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router using the utilities available from the support CD. Utilities
Chapter 3 This chapter provides information on how to configure the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router using the utilities available from the support CD. Utilities
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To install the ASUS WLAN Utilities in Microsoft® Windows, insert the support CD in the CD drive. Click Next. 3. name. 5. Click Finish when setup is disabled, run setup.... to specify another path. If Autorun is complete. 3-2 Chapter 3: Utilities Click Install...Utilities. 2. 3.1 Installing the utilities The support CD contains the utilities for configuring the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router.
To install the ASUS WLAN Utilities in Microsoft® Windows, insert the support CD in the CD drive. Click Next. 3. name. 5. Click Finish when setup is disabled, run setup.... to specify another path. If Autorun is complete. 3-2 Chapter 3: Utilities Click Install...Utilities. 2. 3.1 Installing the utilities The support CD contains the utilities for configuring the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router.
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Device Discovery Device Discovery is an ASUS WLAN utility which detects an ASUS device, and enables you to configure the device. To launch the Device Discovery utility, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility > WL-330N3G Wireless Router > Device Discovery. ASUS WL-330N3G Mobile Wireless Router 3-3 3.1.1 Launching the utilities To launch the utilities, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility from the Windows desktop.
Device Discovery Device Discovery is an ASUS WLAN utility which detects an ASUS device, and enables you to configure the device. To launch the Device Discovery utility, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility > WL-330N3G Wireless Router > Device Discovery. ASUS WL-330N3G Mobile Wireless Router 3-3 3.1.1 Launching the utilities To launch the utilities, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility from the Windows desktop.
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... automatically searches for more details. A failed firmware upgrade will cause the ASUS Router to enter a failure mode, waiting for the Firmware Restoration utility to Chapter 4: Configuration for an ASUS Router that has failed during a firmware upload, and reupload a firmware that you... ASUS Router. The process takes about three to four minutes. Firmware Restoration The Firmware Restoration utility is not a firmware upgrade utility and cannot be done through the web manager. To launch the Firmware Restoration utility, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility > WL-330N3G Wireless Router ...
... automatically searches for more details. A failed firmware upgrade will cause the ASUS Router to enter a failure mode, waiting for the Firmware Restoration utility to Chapter 4: Configuration for an ASUS Router that has failed during a firmware upload, and reupload a firmware that you... ASUS Router. The process takes about three to four minutes. Firmware Restoration The Firmware Restoration utility is not a firmware upgrade utility and cannot be done through the web manager. To launch the Firmware Restoration utility, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility > WL-330N3G Wireless Router ...
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Chapter 4 This chapter provides instructions on how to configure the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router using the web graphics user interface (web GUI). Configuration
Chapter 4 This chapter provides instructions on how to configure the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router using the web graphics user interface (web GUI). Configuration
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....168.1.1, and the Subnet Mask is connected. To access the configuration utility, assign a different IP address to configure the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router using a web browser on your computer. 4.1.1 Adjusting the TCP/IP settings By default, the IP address of the network... Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Change adapter settings. 2. Right-click the network adapter used by the the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router, then select Properties from the pop-up menu. The Local Area Connection Properties window appears. 4-2 Chapter 4: Configuration 4.1 Overview The web ...
....168.1.1, and the Subnet Mask is connected. To access the configuration utility, assign a different IP address to configure the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router using a web browser on your computer. 4.1.1 Adjusting the TCP/IP settings By default, the IP address of the network... Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Change adapter settings. 2. Right-click the network adapter used by the the ASUS Mobile Wireless Router, then select Properties from the pop-up menu. The Local Area Connection Properties window appears. 4-2 Chapter 4: Configuration 4.1 Overview The web ...
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Tick Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically for your computer to reboot your computer. ASUS WL-330N3G Mobile Wireless Router 4-3 Changing the TCP/IP settings may require you to automatically obtain an IP address from the DHCP and DNS servers. Turn on the WL-330N3G immediately after rebooting your computer. 3. Double-click the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) item to display the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties window. 4.
Tick Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically for your computer to reboot your computer. ASUS WL-330N3G Mobile Wireless Router 4-3 Changing the TCP/IP settings may require you to automatically obtain an IP address from the DHCP and DNS servers. Turn on the WL-330N3G immediately after rebooting your computer. 3. Double-click the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) item to display the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties window. 4.