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AirCard® Smart Cradle Model DC112A User Manual January 2015 202-11417-01 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA
AirCard® Smart Cradle Model DC112A User Manual January 2015 202-11417-01 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA
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Compliance For regulatory compliance information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory. NETGEAR, Inc. Information is subject to change without notice. 2 Trademarks © NETGEAR, Inc. See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply. AirCard Smart Cradle Support Contact NETGEAR at 1 800 17 22 44 for technical support. NETGEAR, the NETGEAR Logo, ReadySHARE, and AirCard, are trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc.
Compliance For regulatory compliance information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory. NETGEAR, Inc. Information is subject to change without notice. 2 Trademarks © NETGEAR, Inc. See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply. AirCard Smart Cradle Support Contact NETGEAR at 1 800 17 22 44 for technical support. NETGEAR, the NETGEAR Logo, ReadySHARE, and AirCard, are trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc.
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Contents Chapter 1 Hardware Setup Unpack Your AirCard Smart Cradle 8 Front Panel 8 Rear Panel 10 Attach the External WiFi Antennas 10 Dock the Mobile Hotspot in the Smart Cradle 11 Undock the Mobile ... Cradle 17 Wired Connection 17 WiFi Connection 17 Types of Logins 18 Change the Language 18 Log In to the AirCard Smart Cradle 18 Access the AirCard Smart Cradle with NETGEAR genie Apps 19 Chapter 3 Internet Setup Manage a Mobile Hotspot 21 Use a WAN Internet Connection with Failover 21 Specify the Broadband Failover Detection...
Contents Chapter 1 Hardware Setup Unpack Your AirCard Smart Cradle 8 Front Panel 8 Rear Panel 10 Attach the External WiFi Antennas 10 Dock the Mobile Hotspot in the Smart Cradle 11 Undock the Mobile ... Cradle 17 Wired Connection 17 WiFi Connection 17 Types of Logins 18 Change the Language 18 Log In to the AirCard Smart Cradle 18 Access the AirCard Smart Cradle with NETGEAR genie Apps 19 Chapter 3 Internet Setup Manage a Mobile Hotspot 21 Use a WAN Internet Connection with Failover 21 Specify the Broadband Failover Detection...
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AirCard Smart Cradle Chapter 4 Control Internet Access Set Up Parental Controls 42 Allow or Block Access to Your ... Add QoS Rules 63 Set Up QoS for Applications and Online Gaming 63 Set Up QoS for a LAN Port on the AirCard Smart Cradle 65 Set Up QoS for a MAC Address 66 Edit an Upstream QoS Policy 67 Delete an Upstream QoS Policy ...Fi Multimedia Quality of Service 69 Chapter 6 Network Settings View WAN Settings 71 Set Up the AirCard Smart Cradle as a Default DMZ Server 72 Configure DMZ on an AirCard Mobile Hotspot 73 Change the Cradle's Device Name 74 Change the LAN TCP/IP Settings 74...
AirCard Smart Cradle Chapter 4 Control Internet Access Set Up Parental Controls 42 Allow or Block Access to Your ... Add QoS Rules 63 Set Up QoS for Applications and Online Gaming 63 Set Up QoS for a LAN Port on the AirCard Smart Cradle 65 Set Up QoS for a MAC Address 66 Edit an Upstream QoS Policy 67 Delete an Upstream QoS Policy ...Fi Multimedia Quality of Service 69 Chapter 6 Network Settings View WAN Settings 71 Set Up the AirCard Smart Cradle as a Default DMZ Server 72 Configure DMZ on an AirCard Mobile Hotspot 73 Change the Cradle's Device Name 74 Change the LAN TCP/IP Settings 74...
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... 91 Set Up a Facebook WiFi Guest Network 93 Chapter 7 Manage the AirCard Smart Cradle Update the AirCard Smart Cradle Firmware 97 Change the admin Password 98 Recover the admin Password 99 View AirCard Smart Cradle Status 100 Display Internet Port Statistics 101 Check the Internet Connection ...Static Route 106 Edit a Static Route 107 Delete a Static Route 108 View Devices Currently Connected to the AirCard Smart Cradle 108 Remote Management 109 Monitor Internet Traffic 111 Set Up the AirCard Smart Cradle to Respond to Pings on the Internet Port . 112 Chapter 8 Share a USB Device ...
... 91 Set Up a Facebook WiFi Guest Network 93 Chapter 7 Manage the AirCard Smart Cradle Update the AirCard Smart Cradle Firmware 97 Change the admin Password 98 Recover the admin Password 99 View AirCard Smart Cradle Status 100 Display Internet Port Statistics 101 Check the Internet Connection ...Static Route 106 Edit a Static Route 107 Delete a Static Route 108 View Devices Currently Connected to the AirCard Smart Cradle 108 Remote Management 109 Monitor Internet Traffic 111 Set Up the AirCard Smart Cradle to Respond to Pings on the Internet Port . 112 Chapter 8 Share a USB Device ...
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AirCard Smart Cradle Chapter 9 Access USB Devices Through the Internet Access USB Devices Through the Internet 128 Set Up FTP Access Through the Internet 128 Access ... Change the Status of a Printer 139 Use the Scan Feature of a Multifunction USB Printer 140 Change NETGEAR USB Control Center Settings 141 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Troubleshoot with the LEDs 145 Standard LED Behavior When the AirCard Smart Cradle is Powered On . . 145 Power LED Is Off or Blinking 145 Power LED Stays...
AirCard Smart Cradle Chapter 9 Access USB Devices Through the Internet Access USB Devices Through the Internet 128 Set Up FTP Access Through the Internet 128 Access ... Change the Status of a Printer 139 Use the Scan Feature of a Multifunction USB Printer 140 Change NETGEAR USB Control Center Settings 141 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Troubleshoot with the LEDs 145 Standard LED Behavior When the AirCard Smart Cradle is Powered On . . 145 Power LED Is Off or Blinking 145 Power LED Stays...
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...mobile hotspot battery, boosts the mobile hotspot's 4G/3G signal, extends WiFi coverage, and expands your AirCard mobile hotspot into a powerful LTE router by combining the benefits of a home router and a WiFi signal booster. Figure 1. This AirCard Smart Cradle can also be used as a standalone 802.11ac dual-band WiFi router... Cradle • Undock the Mobile Hotspot from the Smart Cradle • Position the Smart Cradle • Install Your Smart Cradle 7 Hardware Setup 1 The AirCard Smart Cradle allows you to transform your mobile hotspot connection to both wired and wireless devices.
...mobile hotspot battery, boosts the mobile hotspot's 4G/3G signal, extends WiFi coverage, and expands your AirCard mobile hotspot into a powerful LTE router by combining the benefits of a home router and a WiFi signal booster. Figure 1. This AirCard Smart Cradle can also be used as a standalone 802.11ac dual-band WiFi router... Cradle • Undock the Mobile Hotspot from the Smart Cradle • Position the Smart Cradle • Install Your Smart Cradle 7 Hardware Setup 1 The AirCard Smart Cradle allows you to transform your mobile hotspot connection to both wired and wireless devices.
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AirCard Smart Cradle Unpack Your AirCard Smart Cradle Your package contains the following items. External WiFi antennas (2) AirCard Smart Cradle Figure 2. Hardware Setup 8 Adjustable holder for the mobile hotspot, and the status LEDs and are located on the front of the cradle. Smart Cradle USB port and LEDs You can slide the adjustable holder forward to secure your mobile hotspot when it is docked. Package contents Power adapter (appearance varies by region) Front Panel A USB port, an adjustable holder for the mobile hotspot USB 3.0 port LEDs Figure 3.
AirCard Smart Cradle Unpack Your AirCard Smart Cradle Your package contains the following items. External WiFi antennas (2) AirCard Smart Cradle Figure 2. Hardware Setup 8 Adjustable holder for the mobile hotspot, and the status LEDs and are located on the front of the cradle. Smart Cradle USB port and LEDs You can slide the adjustable holder forward to secure your mobile hotspot when it is docked. Package contents Power adapter (appearance varies by region) Front Panel A USB port, an adjustable holder for the mobile hotspot USB 3.0 port LEDs Figure 3.
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.... The 2.4 GHz WiFi radio is upgrading, or someone clicked the Safely Remove Hardware button, and it is not supplied to the cradle. • Solid green. AirCard Smart Cradle Table 1. The firmware is operating. • Blinking. Power is now safe to this Ethernet port. • Off. No USB device is connected or...
.... The 2.4 GHz WiFi radio is upgrading, or someone clicked the Safely Remove Hardware button, and it is not supplied to the cradle. • Solid green. AirCard Smart Cradle Table 1. The firmware is operating. • Blinking. Power is now safe to this Ethernet port. • Off. No USB device is connected or...
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... posts on the threaded antenna posts, ensuring that they point straight up. Attach the antennas on the Smart Cradle. 2. Hardware Setup 10 AirCard Smart Cradle Rear Panel The rear panel connections and buttons are shown in the following figure. Cradle rear panel Pressing the WPS button lets ...you add a computer or WiFi device to the AirCard Smart Cradle on page 154. Adjust the antenna positions so that the connection is secure. 3. For more information about the factory settings, see...
... posts on the threaded antenna posts, ensuring that they point straight up. Attach the antennas on the Smart Cradle. 2. Hardware Setup 10 AirCard Smart Cradle Rear Panel The rear panel connections and buttons are shown in the following figure. Cradle rear panel Pressing the WPS button lets ...you add a computer or WiFi device to the AirCard Smart Cradle on page 154. Adjust the antenna positions so that the connection is secure. 3. For more information about the factory settings, see...
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Slide the Smart Cradle's plastic holder back to the open position. 2. Dock the mobile hotspot in and out. Docking the mobile hotspot for the mobile hotspot. 3. Slide the antenna covers on the bottom of the mobile hotspot to allow enough room for the first time aligns the connectors, so the unit might be stiff going in the Smart Cradle. AirCard Smart Cradle Dock the Mobile Hotspot in the Smart Cradle To dock the mobile hotspot in the Smart Cradle: 1. Hardware Setup 11
Slide the Smart Cradle's plastic holder back to the open position. 2. Dock the mobile hotspot in and out. Docking the mobile hotspot for the mobile hotspot. 3. Slide the antenna covers on the bottom of the mobile hotspot to allow enough room for the first time aligns the connectors, so the unit might be stiff going in the Smart Cradle. AirCard Smart Cradle Dock the Mobile Hotspot in the Smart Cradle To dock the mobile hotspot in the Smart Cradle: 1. Hardware Setup 11
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... disables its WiFi signal when docked, manually set up to 1.5 mm between the plastic holder and the mobile hotspot is docked in the Smart Cradle. AirCard Smart Cradle 4. Note: Some hotspots require a firmware update before they automatically disable WiFi when docked. Slide the plastic holder forward to the Smart Cradle's stronger...
... disables its WiFi signal when docked, manually set up to 1.5 mm between the plastic holder and the mobile hotspot is docked in the Smart Cradle. AirCard Smart Cradle 4. Note: Some hotspots require a firmware update before they automatically disable WiFi when docked. Slide the plastic holder forward to the Smart Cradle's stronger...
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When you remove the mobile hotspot from electrical devices such as a WiFi router. For example, the thickness and number of the AirCard Smart Cradle. Docking the mobile hotspot for the first time aligns the connectors, so the unit might affect your wireless devices.... Additionally, other devices operate, and within reach of your wireless network. Ceiling fans - AirCard Smart Cradle Undock the Mobile Hotspot from the Smart Cradle To undock the mobile hotspot from the AirCard Smart Cradle. The mobile hotspot enables its Internet connection, but it from the Smart Cradle...
When you remove the mobile hotspot from electrical devices such as a WiFi router. For example, the thickness and number of the AirCard Smart Cradle. Docking the mobile hotspot for the first time aligns the connectors, so the unit might affect your wireless devices.... Additionally, other devices operate, and within reach of your wireless network. Ceiling fans - AirCard Smart Cradle Undock the Mobile Hotspot from the Smart Cradle To undock the mobile hotspot from the AirCard Smart Cradle. The mobile hotspot enables its Internet connection, but it from the Smart Cradle...
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..., the fan switches off . Solid metal doors - Concrete Install Your Smart Cradle To install your mobile hotspot detects that it into an electrical outlet. AirCard Smart Cradle - Aluminum studs - Mirrors - Connect the Smart Cradle's power adapter and plug it is docked, the mobile hotspot LCD and home page indicate that...
..., the fan switches off . Solid metal doors - Concrete Install Your Smart Cradle To install your mobile hotspot detects that it into an electrical outlet. AirCard Smart Cradle - Aluminum studs - Mirrors - Connect the Smart Cradle's power adapter and plug it is docked, the mobile hotspot LCD and home page indicate that...
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AirCard Smart Cradle The mobile hotspot disables its WiFi signal when docked, manually set up your mobile hotspot to disable WiFi when USB is connected. On ...
AirCard Smart Cradle The mobile hotspot disables its WiFi signal when docked, manually set up your mobile hotspot to disable WiFi when USB is connected. On ...
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Connect to the AirCard Smart Cradle This chapter covers the following topics: • Connect to the AirCard Smart Cradle • Types of Logins • Change the Language • Log In to the AirCard Smart Cradle • Access the AirCard Smart Cradle with NETGEAR genie Apps 2 16 2.
Connect to the AirCard Smart Cradle This chapter covers the following topics: • Connect to the AirCard Smart Cradle • Types of Logins • Change the Language • Log In to the AirCard Smart Cradle • Access the AirCard Smart Cradle with NETGEAR genie Apps 2 16 2.
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...other end of the numbered Ethernet ports. Check the WPS instructions for your computer to the cradle (its instructions for WPS connections. AirCard Smart Cradle Connect to the AirCard Smart Cradle You can connect to the cradle with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) or you that power is lit). 2. ... WiFi network and enter the WiFi password. Your computer connects to the cradle (its Power LED is supplied to use WPS to connect to the AirCard Smart Cradle 17 A message might display on the cradle. 4. Make sure that power is lit). 2. If you set up your computer or wireless ...
...other end of the numbered Ethernet ports. Check the WPS instructions for your computer to the cradle (its instructions for WPS connections. AirCard Smart Cradle Connect to the AirCard Smart Cradle You can connect to the cradle with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) or you that power is lit). 2. ... WiFi network and enter the WiFi password. Your computer connects to the cradle (its Power LED is supplied to use WPS to connect to the AirCard Smart Cradle 17 A message might display on the cradle. 4. Make sure that power is lit). 2. If you set up your computer or wireless ...
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... change . Your cradle is connected to the Smart Cradle. 2. Launch a web browser from the list. 5. AirCard Smart Cradle Types of Logins Separate types of the browser, enter http://netgear.cradle or http://192.168.100.1. If you understand the difference so that is preset with the language that..., click the OK button to your service provider. • WiFi network key or password. The login that you know which login to the AirCard Smart Cradle: 1. The default password is admin. The BASIC Home screen displays. 4. Enter the cradle user name and password. In the upper...
... change . Your cradle is connected to the Smart Cradle. 2. Launch a web browser from the list. 5. AirCard Smart Cradle Types of Logins Separate types of the browser, enter http://netgear.cradle or http://192.168.100.1. If you understand the difference so that is preset with the language that..., click the OK button to your service provider. • WiFi network key or password. The login that you know which login to the AirCard Smart Cradle: 1. The default password is admin. The BASIC Home screen displays. 4. Enter the cradle user name and password. In the upper...
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...smartphone, tablet, or computer. 3. Launch the genie app. Follow the onscreen instructions to the AirCard Smart Cradle 19 Connect to install the app on the rear panel of the browser, enter http://netgear.cradle or http://192.168.100.1 A login prompt displays. 4. In the address field ...of the Smart Cradle. 2. Access the AirCard Smart Cradle with the following: • Automatically repair common wireless network problems. ...
...smartphone, tablet, or computer. 3. Launch the genie app. Follow the onscreen instructions to the AirCard Smart Cradle 19 Connect to install the app on the rear panel of the browser, enter http://netgear.cradle or http://192.168.100.1 A login prompt displays. 4. In the address field ...of the Smart Cradle. 2. Access the AirCard Smart Cradle with the following: • Automatically repair common wireless network problems. ...
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...is admin. Use a WAN Internet Connection with Failover You can set up the Smart Cradle to use a web browser to log in to the AirCard Smart Cradle, you can open a tab in the browser to configure a mobile hotspot. Smart Cradle using an Ethernet WAN Internet connection Internet Setup ... if the WAN connection goes offline. The mobile hotspot must be docked in a new tab. The BASIC Home screen displays. 4. Select Hotspot Manager. AirCard Smart Cradle Manage a Mobile Hotspot When you use a WAN Internet connection and to failover to your mobile hotspot. The user name and password are case...
...is admin. Use a WAN Internet Connection with Failover You can set up the Smart Cradle to use a web browser to log in to the AirCard Smart Cradle, you can open a tab in the browser to configure a mobile hotspot. Smart Cradle using an Ethernet WAN Internet connection Internet Setup ... if the WAN connection goes offline. The mobile hotspot must be docked in a new tab. The BASIC Home screen displays. 4. Select Hotspot Manager. AirCard Smart Cradle Manage a Mobile Hotspot When you use a WAN Internet connection and to failover to your mobile hotspot. The user name and password are case...