Digi International, Inc.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide Table of Contents 1 ABOUT THIS GUIDE....................................................................................................................4 1 INTRODUCTION ...........................................................................................................................5 2 INSTALLING THE DIGI WI-POINT 3G......................................................................................6 3 2.1 VERIFY KIT CONTENTS ........................
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 1 About This Guide This section describes the objectives, audience and conventions of the Digi Wi-Point 3G User’s Guide. Objectives This document explains the steps for initial setup and basic configuration of the Digi Wi-Point 3G. This document also provides troubleshooting information and detailed specifications. Audience This document is for the person installing and configuring the Digi Wi-Point 3G for the first time.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 1 Introduction The Digi Wi-Point 3G is the industry’s first and the most integrated Wi-Fi and 3rd generation cellular (3G) solution for home, small office and home office. The products are simple to use and easily scalable. Digi Wi-Point 3G is a 3G router for consumer market, based on our MobileBridge™ platform technology.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 2 Installing the Digi Wi-Point 3G Installing the Digi Wi-Point 3G is easy. Follow the quick steps below to power up your wireless network: 1. Verify kit content 2. Write down product ID 3. Power up the Digi Wi-Point 3G 4. Verify that LED Indicators are on 5.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 2.1 Verify Kit Contents Digi Wi-Point 3G kit includes the following components, similar to those depicted below: 1. Digi Wi-Point 3G router (Top View） 2. Power Adaptor 3. Ethernet cable 4. CD 5.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 2.2 Write Product Identification Before you proceed with your Digi Wi-Point 3G installation, please write down and keep the following Digi Wi-Point 3G information on the Digi Wi-Point 3G label: Serial Number MAC address 2.3 Power up the Digi Wi-Point 3G Connect the Digi Wi-Point 3G power supply and press the power switch down.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 1. PC Card Slot 2. Ethernet interface (RJ45) 3. Console Port (RS232) 4. Power jack 5. Reset Button 6. Reload Button The Digi Wi-Point 3G power supply accepts any input AC voltage in the range of 100-240 VAC.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 2.4 LED Indicators Digi Wi-Point 3G has four two-color LEDs to indicate the working status. The following table shows the status when the Digi Wi-Point 3G is configured successfully and running properly.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 2.5 Initialize the Digi Wi-Point 3G Unit 1. Connect Digi Wi-Point 3G to your computer using one of the two specified methods: I. Connect your computer to Digi Wi-Point 3G using the included Ethernet cable or a hub and your computer set to “Automatic IP” configuration. II. Alternatively, you can connect your computer to Digi Wi-Point 3G with wireless Ethernet. a) Enable the Wi-Fi interface in your laptop or PC. Make sure it works.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide If you want to do a quick installation, you can continue to read the content in this chapter. 3. Click Wizard on the home page and click Enter. 4. The default IP and Subnet Mask will appear. Change Card Status to Enable. (If you are using a GPRS/UMTS/EDGE network, you will need to input “CID”, “APN”), then click Next. 6. Check the settings and click Submit, The Digi Wi-Point 3G will need to be rebooted for changes to take effect.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 3 User Interface Overview The Digi Wi-Point 3G embeds a web server for web-based management. This section will show you how to visit Digi Wi-Point 3G’s web site. 1. Open your browser and enter the Digi Wi-Point 3G’s IP address in the address field. (192.168.1.1.) 2. Press Enter. The Digi Wi-Point 3G login dialog box appears. Note: Default user name: root Default password: dbps 3.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide There are three main categories on Digi Wi-Point 3G’s web site: • Configuration • Management • Administration The following sections will explain each of them in detail.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 3.1 Menu Components 3.1.1 Configuration This section will explain in detail the components under the Configuration section of the home page. 3.1.1.1 Network This is where you configure the network settings for the Digi Wi-Point 3G including IP address, LAN settings, Wi-Fi security, DHCP Server settings, Network Services, Dynamic DNS update and VPN. Ethernet and Wi-Fi IP Settings • IP Address: The IP Address of the Ethernet & WLAN. The default IP address is 192.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide • Wireless Channel: Select the appropriate channel from the list provided to correspond with your network settings. All client devices in your wireless network must be broadcast on the same channel in order to function correctly. • Network Mode: From this drop-down menu, you can select the wireless standards running on your network. If you have both Wireless-g and Wireless-b devices in your network, you can keep the default setting as Mixed.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide WEP: There are two levels of WEP encryption security, 64-bit and 128-bit. The bigger encryption bit number, the more secure your wireless network. However, the transmission speed is sacrificed for the higher bit level’s WEP security. Transmit Key: Select WEP key (1-4) to decide which key will be used during the data transmission. Enter the WEP Key into the appropriate Key field.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide Access Control Mode: Allowing or denying some special stations connection in the Wi-Fi network is also an option to guarantee the security of the wireless network. The following components can be configured to set the station connection control and assure wireless network security. The Digi Wi-Point 3G supports 3 types of access control modes: • Disabled: Indicates no access control function, allow all of the stations connect to the Digi Wi-Point 3G.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide DHCP Configuration This setting is used to configure the Digi Wi-Point 3G’s Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server function. The Digi Wi-Point 3G can be used as a DHCP server for the internal Ethernet network. The DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to each computer in the Ethernet network.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide • Lease Duration: The amount of time in second a network user will be allowed to connect to Digi Wi-Point 3G with their current dynamic IP address got from the DHCP server. When the time is up, the user will be automatically assigned a new dynamic IP address. The default lease duration is one day.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 3. Save the configuration and reboot for changes to take effect. DNS: The Digi Wi-Point 3G supports dynamic DNS (DDNS). The default status for DDNS is disabled. The Digi Wi-Point 3G only supports DNS provided by www.dyndns.org. To use this feature, you should obtain your own domain name from the provider Every time the Wi-Fi’s IP changes, the router will register the new public IP address obtained from the PPP negotiation to the provider.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 3.1.1.3 Serial Ports This is where you configure the serial ports for the device. This feature has limited functionality in this device and is used mostly for console management. • Serial Baud Rate: When you need a backup link (for example, the v.90 modem) for Digi Wi-Point 3G, you might need to configure the serial speed for the modem. There are 6 options for the serial speed (bps): 115200, 57600, 38400, 19200, 9600, and 4800.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide • Enable SNMP: This allows the administrator to manage the Digi Wi-Point 3G through the SNMP protocol. In order to do so, you must specify the Public community name and Private community name, which enables the SNMP Manager to access the Digi Wi-Point 3G. The Digi Wi-Point 3G supports SNMP traps. To enable this function, you must specify the IP address of Trap destination and Trap interval, which indicates the frequency that the device sends trap information.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide IP Forwarding: This feature allows you to forward incoming traffic on certain ports in order to access services behind the NAT. This feature can let you setup a web server, mail server, etc. that can be accessed from the Internet. The IP Forwarding table in the Digi Wi-Point 3G consists of many port forwarding items. o Enable Checkbox：You can enable or disable an IP forwarding item by checking or unchecking this checkbox.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide Each item consists of the following parameters: o Protocol: This parameter indicates which protocol will implement this port forwarding rule. Possible protocols are: TCP, UDP, TCP/UDP. o External Port: This parameter indicates the port for public access. o Forward to Internal IP Address: This parameter indicates the IP address of the internal host which wants to provide service for the outside.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide only; Forbidden means to prohibit traffic to the non-trusted sites only. Checking the box means the Content Filter is enabled. Restrict WEB Features 3.1.1.7 GPS This is where you configure the GPS settings for the device 3.1.1.8 Time This is where you set the time zone for the device and enable daylight savings time settings. • NTP Server: You can enable Automatically synchronize with Internet time server by checking the box.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 3.1.2 Management 3.1.2.1 Connections This section of the UI contains information about VPN and Mobile Connections as seen above.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 3.1.2.2 Event Logging The Event Logging display shows a list of the most recent activities that have taken place on the Digi Wi-Point 3G. To change the settings of the Event Logging display: under Configuration, click System>Log Settings.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide You can configure the Log method here. The Digi Wi-Point 3G can display the syslog entries in the Web UI and can send the Syslog entries to a remote syslog server. To send the syslog to the syslog server, you need to check the Enable syslogging to remote syslog server checkbox and assign the IP address of remote syslog server in the bottom box. 3.1.3 Administration 3.1.3.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 3.1.3.3 Factory Default Settings Click Restore to reset all configurations to their factory default values. 3.1.3.4 System Information Signal strength: Indicate current Wi-Fi signal strength. Signal strength ranges from 0-31 with 0 being the lowest signal strength and 31 being the highest signal strength. If this value is 0, you do not have a signal, please check the Wi-Fi card carefully to make sure it is inserted correctly.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide disconnect the device from the Internet. 3.1.3.6 PIN Utility This configuration page is set to Enable/Disable the function of PIN protection. The PIN Code can prevent the unauthorized user from connecting to the internet. There are three main tabs in this setting: • Enable/Disable • Change PIN • Renew PIN Note: Before you setup PIN, please make sure the Wi-Fi is disabled, or you may cause input errors.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 3.1.3.7 Reboot After you have configured your device, save and reboot the Digi Wi-Point 3G. The new configurations will then take effect. During the reboot process, the power LED will blink an amber color.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 4 Troubleshooting 4.1 Overview • Introduction • Reset to Factory Default procedure • Force Reload Procedure • Frequently Asked Questions • LED Indication status 4.2 Introduction This section helps you to locate problems related to the Digi Wi-Point 3G’s setup. The most common installation problems are related to the IP address. For example, without the TFTP server IP address, you will not be able to download firmware to the Digi Wi-Point 3G.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide Software will not be erased. This procedure may be required if the password or the configurations are forgotten. When the Digi Wi-Point 3G is working in normal status, press and hold the RELOAD button until all the indicator lights change to amber. Release RELOAD button, and press RESET button to reboot the Digi Wi-Point 3G. This will restore factory default network values.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 192.161.1.2, and make sure the firmware image named firmware.bin is accessible in the root directory of your TFTP server. Power on the Digi Wi-Point 3G. 3. Press the RESET button. 4. Press and hold the RELOAD button for about 10 seconds immediately after you press and release the RESET button until the Power LED turns amber and the WI-FI LED turns off. The Digi Wi-Point 3G will delete the current firmware and configuration files.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide Network Address Translation (NAT) translates multiple IP addresses on the private network to one public Internet address. This adds a level of security since the address of a PC connected to the private network is never transmitted on the Internet Does the Digi Wi-Point 3G support any operating system other than Windows 98, Windows Millennium, Windows 2000, or Windows XP? The Digi Wi-Point 3G supports any 802.11 b/g client.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide Can my personal information be intercepted during transmission through the air? Wi-Fi features two-fold protection in security. The Digi Wi-Point 3G deploys Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum technology utilizing the inherent security feature of scrambling. Additionally, the Wi-Fi feature offers encryption (WEP) and authentication (WPA Enterprise) to restrict access and enhance security.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide How do I resolve issues with signal loss? Connectivity can change depending on the environment the device is located in. Such materials as lead glass, metal, concrete floors, water and walls can inhibit the signal and reduce range. You may try using a channel with less traffic in order to eliminate interference.
Digi International, Inc. User’s Guide 5 Default Digi Wi-Point 3G Settings The following table lists the settings defined at the factory for all Digi Wi-Point 3G units, and provides a place to enter the values for your system if you have changed them. Default Setting Item Local IP Address Local IP Mask Network Name(SSID) Default Value 192.161.1.1 255.255.255.0 DIGIWIPOINT3G Frequency Channel 6 DHCP Server Status Enabled DHCP Lease Range 192.168.1.2-192.168.1.1 00 TFTP Server IP Address 192.161.1.
