ZyXEL MAX308M Quick start guide

Brand: ZyXEL

Model: MAX308M

Type: Quick start guide

www.zyxel.com

Software v2.00

Edition 1, 1/2011

MAX308M Series

WiMAX MIMO Outdoor Simple CPE

DEFAULT LOGIN DETAILS

IP Address: http://192.168.1.1

Username: admin

Password: 1234

ZyXEL Communications Corporation

IDU and ODU

POE

SIGNAL

STRENGTH

POWER

ETHERNET

POWER

POE

PORT

LED

CONNECT

LED

FAULT

LED

ODU

RESET

BUTTON

IDU

LEDS

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Introduction

Welcome to the MAX308M Series which includes MAX308M and

MAX318M! This is a WiMAX subscriber station system comprised of an

outdoor unit (ODU) and an indoor unit (IDU).

The ODU such features as a high gain antenna and advanced IP

networking while the IDU provides power to it. It also provides

connectivity to the devices in your home or office at the same time.

How It Works

The ODU connects to the WiMAX network while the IDU is the

management point between the WiMAX network (via the ODU) and your

computer/local area network.

Firmware Caution: When your ISP upgrades your device’s

firmware, all of the LEDs will flash simultaneously. Do not

turn off or unplug the device until they stop blinking.

Package Content

You will also need:

• Another CAT5 8-wire Ethernet cable (not included)

for connecting

the IDU and ODU

• One RJ-11 phone cable (not included)

for connecting the IDU and

ODU

The WiMAX ODU The WiMAX IDU The Quick Start

Guide

The Warranty Card

ZyXEL Support

Disc containing the

User’s Guide and

device drivers

AC Power Cord Cable Gland Body,

Claw and Nut

Mounting Kit

(Six M6 Nuts, One

Pole Bracket, One

U Bolt)

Grounding Kit (One

M3 Screw, One

Ground Cable)

One 1.8 meter long

CAT5 Ethernet

cable for connecting

the IDU and your

computer

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Minimum System Requirements

• 64 MB RAM

• 20 MB of available hard disk space

• One available 10/100Mbps Ethernet port

• Internet Explorer 7, Firefox 2 and higher, or a compatible browser

Installing the Outdoor Unit

Before you begin, ensure that you are familiar with all safety

and accident prevention procedures necessary for working at

heights and with electricity.

Do NOT install the ODU during a lightning storm.

Choose a Location

The ODU can be mounted on a pole or antenna mast or on a wall using

the supplied bracket mount.

• Choose a mounting point that is sturdy enough to hold the ODU,

even during high winds.

• When choosing a location to install the ODU, remember that the

ODU’s front panel should point towards your service provider’s

nearest base station. If you are not sure where this is, consult your

service provider.

• You do not need to be able to see the base station from the ODU’s

position; there may be objects such as trees and buildings in the

way without signal loss. However, if you experience difficulties with

signal reception, a Line of Sight (LoS) connection may produce

better results.

• It is suggested that you transport the ODU to its intended

installation location in its original protective packaging.

Connecting the CAT5 Ethernet Cable

Lay the CAT5 Ethernet cable (not included) from your intended IDU

location to your intended ODU location.

• If you use cable extenders to cover a greater distance, signal

attenuation may result.

• If you intend to use cable ties or other methods to secure the cable,

do not tighten them yet. Leave the cable loose until you have

finished installing the IDU and ODU.

To connect the CAT5 Ethernet cable:

1. Separate the body, claw and nut pieces into their individual

components.

2. Feed one end of the CAT5 Ethernet cable through the nut.

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3. Open the claw then buckle it tightly to the cable.

4. Slip the body over the cable then connect the end of the cable to the

ODU.

5. Gently twist the body into the ODU behind the attached cable

connector.

6. Tightly secure the CAT5 Ethernet cable connector and the body and

claw with the nut.

Mount the ODU

See the installation instructions that came with your bracket mount for

information on mounting the ODU correctly.

To avoid the danger of rainwater entering the device, install the ODU

vertically (with a 90 degree angle to the ground).

Pole Mounting

You can install the WiMAX Modem vertically with a +15, 0, or -15 degree

angle relative to the pole. The connectors should be pointed down. The

following steps show you how to install it with a 0 degree angle.

+15

-15

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7. For +15

and 0

angle installations, position the bracket with the +15

mark on the top.

• Use the two holes (marked as A) for +15

angle installation.

• Use the two holes (marked as B) for 0

angle installation.

For -15

installation, position the bracket so the -15

mark is on top.

8. Align two M6 nuts to the bottom two holes to attach the pole bracket

to the U blot on a pole or mast. Use a wrench to tighten the nuts with

the U blot.

9. Align the four edge holes on the mounting bracket with the screws on

the rear of the WiMAX Modem. Then use a wrench to tighten the four

nuts with the screws.

Grounding

Do the following steps for grounding the WiMAX Modem:

1. Use the M3 screw to secure the ground cable and the ground hole on

the WiMAX Modem’s rear panel as shown.

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2. Attach the other end of the ground cable to a wall or the ground.

Setting Up Your Modem

This section shows you how to set up your WiMAX Modem.

You will need a valid WiMAX account to connect to the Internet. For

more information, contact your service provider.

1. Connect the power cord to the IDU. The ON LED shines a steady

green once connected.

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2. Connect a CAT5 Ethernet cable (not included) to the IDU. The other

end should already be connected to the ODU, as described in the

previous section. The CONNECT LED shines a steady green once

the IDU is connected to both a power source and the ODU.

3. Connect the included Ethernet cable from the computer to the power

block.

Connecting to the Internet

This section shows you how to connect to the Internet with your device.

1. Open a web browser.

• If your service provider’s WiMAX login page appears instead of

your default Home page then all you need to do is enter the login

information that you were given and follow the on-screen

instructions. The WiMAX Modem should then automatically update

itself with the settings that you need to connect to the Internet.

• If your service provider’s WiMAX login page does not appear, then

you may need to use the ZyXEL Connection Wizard (see page 13).

ZyXEL Connection Wizard

This section shows you how to manually configure the WiMAX Modem.

1. Open a web browser and go to http://192.168.1.1.

2. Enter the default Username (admin) and Password (1234), and then

click Login.

The main Status screen displays.

3. Click Setup Wizard.

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4. When the Setup Wizard opens, review the steps you will take to

configure your WiMAX Modem then click Next to continue.

The LAN and WiMAX settings required by the Setup Wizard should be

provided by your Internet Service Provider.

5. LAN Settings: Configure the network settings that allow devices

connected to your WiMAX Modem to get on the Internet or connect to

other network services. Then Click Next.

6. WiMAX Frequency Settings: Configure the radio frequency on

which your WiMAX Modem sends and receives data. Then click Next.

7. WiMAX Authentication Settings: Configure how your device logs

into the service provider’s network. Then click Next.

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8. In the Setup Complete screen, click Save.

Troubleshooting

Use this section if you have problems with your WiMAX Modem.

I cannot access the WiMAX Modem from my LAN:

• Check the cable connection between the WiMAX Modem and your

computer or switch and ensure that both ends are secure.

• Make sure your computer has gotten an IP address (default is

192.168.1.x) in the same network as the WiMAX Modem’s LAN. If

not, you can manually configure your computer by clicking Start >

Control Panel > Network Connections > Local Area

Connection > Properties > Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).

• Ping the WiMAX Modem from a LAN computer: Click Start > (All)

Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt. When the

command prompt window opens, type "ping 192.168.1.1” without

quotes and press [ENTER]. The WiMAX Modem should reply.

• Press and hold the Reset button for about 10 seconds to reset the

device to its default factory settings, then try to connect to the IP

192.168.1.1 once more.

I cannot log into the Web Configurator:

• Check to see if anyone else is currently logged into the WiMAX

Modem. If so, you may not be able to log in until they log out first.

• If you’ve forgotten the WiMAX Modem’s user name, password, or IP

address press and hold the Reset button for about 10 seconds. The

WiMAX Modem returns to the factory default settings listed on the

first page of this book.

See the User’s Guide on the CD or www.zyxel.com for more information.

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