Hardware and software setup

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The TP-Link TL-MR3040 router is your friend on a trip or a business trip. It is useful not only to know what opportunities it will give the user, but also how to set it up when the need arose, for example, when changing the Internet provider.

Overview of the TP-Link MR3040 router

TP-Link TL-MR3040 is a hybrid of home and mobile router. It takes up no more space than two iPhones stacked on top of each other.

TL-MR3040 is a compact portable router

The MR3040 case, unlike most other TP-Link routers, does not have rows of ventilation holes, which means that it restarts more often due to overheating when working at the edge of its capabilities.

The TL-MR3040 router differs from its stationary counterparts, for example, the TP-Link MR32xx series:


TL-MR3040 consumes up to one ampere per hour - this is its maximum load. It includes: extremely weak signal cellular network on a USB modem, at which a connection speed of 1 Mbps is still possible, as well as simultaneously working cable connection and traffic distribution via Wi-Fi with the maximum number gadgets or PC.

There is a switch next to the power socket. The reset button is located to the right of the USB port.

The router loses to pocket ZTE models and Huawei with a built-in 4G modem. It cannot be used in harsh environments due to the protruding 4G modem, which is easy to damage the USB socket, carrying the router in an overstuffed bag or sitting down with it in your pocket. It is suitable for use in a car or on a train - the USB modem is taken out of the window or onto the roof of the vehicle via a cable up to 3 m long.

TP-Link MR3040 operates in the following modes:


The following indicators indicate the operation of the router: power, LAN, Wi-Fi and Internet connection.

There is nothing superfluous in TL-MR3040 - cellular network indication is present on the USB modem

The package dimensions of the MR3040 assembly do not exceed those for almost any modern smartphone.

The TL-MR3040 router is packed in a small colorful box

Table: technical specifications of the TP-Link MR3040 router

ParameterMeaning
Connectors
  • USB 2.0 for 3G/4G modems supporting LTE/HSPA+/UMTS/EVDO;
  • input-output Ethernet-10/100 for connection to WAN/LAN cable networks;
  • miniUSB for charging.
Operating modes
  • 3G/4G traffic distribution mode;
  • home Wi-Fi network;
  • access point;
  • bridge, repeater and LAN modem for cellular networks.
StandardsIEEE 802.11b/g/n
Variable bandwidth
ability
  • 11n: up to 150 Mbps (no MIMO);
  • 11g: up to 54 Mbps;
  • 11b: up to 11 Mbps.
The band of frequencies occupied in the radio2.400-2.4835 GHz
Transmitter powerup to 20 dB
Security
  • all WEP and WPA2 encryption modes;
  • MAC address filtering.
router
  • static and dynamic IP;
  • protocols TCP, UDP, ARP;
    network address translation NAT, NAPT;
  • static and dynamic DNS;
  • DHCP server and client;
    extensions network protocols UPnP, DMZ
  • port forwarding functions;
Firewall
  • firewall NAT;
  • firewall MAC;
  • Denial of Service (DoS), SYN Flooding, Ping of Death.
Controlfrom a browser
power usage
  • from the socket (block for 5 V, 1A);
  • from the internal battery (3-5 hours of operation at partial load).
Dimensions100×62×16mm
Weatherfrom 15 to 40°С

Completeness

In addition to the router itself, the package includes:


Video: detailed review of the TP-Link MR3040 router

How to set up a TL-MR3040 router

The initial setup of the TL-MR3040 is done via cable connection to a PC or laptop of any configuration.

Checking LAN settings in Windows 10

First, make sure that the operating Windows system when connected, it will receive a temporary IP address from the MR3040 router. And to check your PC's Ethernet adapter settings, follow these steps:

  1. Click "Start" in the main windows menu 10 Select Run.

    The runtime console is always available from the main menu regardless of its settings

  2. In the line that appears, enter the command ncpa.cpl - the settings for Windows network adapters will open.

    Login to the setup center Windows networks carried out by the command ncpa.cpl

  3. On the LAN connection icon, click right click mouse and select Properties.

    Go to the specific properties network adapter Windows

  4. On the Network tab, select the IPv4 protocol (more old version TCP/IP) and click on the "Properties" button.

    Before setting the IP, it is advisable to disable the adapter

  5. Make sure the TCP/IP settings are set to automatically obtain an IP address. In the fields specifying the addresses of DNS servers, enter the data of any public resources, for example, Google (8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4). Save the cable adapter setting by pressing the OK button.

Restart Windows 10. The Ethernet adapter will update its IP address and get new DNS records the first time it goes online.

Entering the router settings

So, the router is connected to the PC using a LAN cable and turned on. To continue the settings, authorization is required in the web interface of the router:


You will be taken to the page of information about the parameters of the router (item "Status" of the main menu of TP-Link).

The menu item "Status" displays information about the main parameters of the router

The gateway (router) address, LAN subnet mask, DNS addresses, etc. will be displayed.

Changing the administrator password

Replacing the administrative password of the router is an additional measure that protects the local network from third-party intrusion. To change the password on the router, follow these steps:


The router will restart and prompt you to enter the settings with a new username and password.

LAN setup

Without correct setting LAN internet and file sharing between devices will not be available. For settings local network the following is done:


The router will restart and the new IP settings will take effect.

If you make any changes to the wired and wireless network settings in the TL-MR3040 router, you must wait (about a minute) until the device reboots to continue working.

Setting up a wireless network

Before going online, you need WiFi setup- the TL-MR3040 router has one LAN port, so in the absence of a wireless network it will not work fully: you need another channel through which the PC or gadget will gain access to the right resources the Internet. This channel is a dot WiFi access. Its setup is as follows:


The router will restart.

The last unchecked item "Enable WDS Bridge" controls the Wi-Fi bridge (repeater) mode.

Initially, the Wi-Fi network is open. To secure (close) it, do the following:


The router will restart again. To test the operation of a secure network, connect to it from a PC or mobile device by entering the password you just set.

How to set up a cellular network connection on TP-Link MR3040

Make sure that:

  • your modem is supported by the router - manufacturers, updating the line of models, exclude obsolete modems from the list of supported ones. The current list of compatible USB modems can be viewed on the manufacturer's website or contact the technical support service at 8 (800) 250-55-60 (a call from any region of Russia is free);
  • a SIM card is inserted into the USB modem with unlimited tariff from any of the cellular operators;
  • you are in 3G/4G coverage area.

Supported USB Modems

The TL-MR3040 router supports the following 3G/4G modems:

  • ZTE: MF100/112/170/180/192/627;
  • Huawei: E150/1550/169/173/1829/392;
  • Quanta LU150 (Yota 4G).

If the 3G or 4G network signal is weak (the modem periodically loses the network), use a USB extension cable, and move the modem itself to a place where the signal will not disappear (for example, closer to the window), or use an appropriate repeater.

Setting up the MR3040 cellular connection is as follows:


The router will restart and automatically go online.

Setting up cable internet

The cable provider provides Internet access via high-speed PPPoE connection, requiring authorization by the name and password of the subscriber issued at the conclusion of the contract and summing up the telephone or fiber optic line to his house or apartment. Additionally, VPN encryption (PPTP or L2TP) is enabled, determined by the city's local area network.

In the case of ADSL as external device the corresponding cable modem is used, and the optical terminal (ONT-modem) is used for the fiber line. The latest technology is replacing the first more and more every year. Both devices have their own LAN connector and are connected to the corresponding socket of the router, which simultaneously performs the functions of the WAN interface. Here you need a second LAN cable.

Setting up Internet access via cable for the TL-MR3040 router is as follows:

  1. Go to the "Network - WAN" menu.

    Specify the type of IP connection requested by the provider

  2. Turn on the desired Internet protocol offered by the provider.
  3. Leave the MTU value unchanged (not all protocols use it).
  4. Specify the username and password from the contract.

    Enter the login and password values ​​received from the provider

  5. If the provider issued a fixed IP, specify it (the "Static IPoE" protocol is used).
  6. Assign DNS addresses (if they are contractually present).
  7. It is recommended to select automatic connection.
  8. When using a static IP, the ISP will require the MAC address of the router. Check its correctness - the MAC address is indicated in the contract and on the bottom of the router itself.
  9. Click the "Save" button.

The MR3040 router will restart and automatically go online.

Bridge mode setting

Bridge (repeater) mode expands the coverage area of ​​another router, from the network of which you know the password. In the simplified case, the source network is not secure (no password verification of the connection is involved).

Repeater mode is necessary when the relayed network is too far from the gadget or PC - the connection is not established, or the Internet speed is too low due to a weak Wi-Fi signal.

Select the network whose username and password you know

  • Select WiFi channel on which this network is running. The function is useless when the original router keeps changing frequencies - in this case, the MR3040 is also set to auto frequency.

    After setting all the parameters, click the Save button

  • Make sure that the MAC address of the relayed router is correct - in case of automatic frequency selection on the latter, the MR3040 device will connect via it.
  • Select the type and type of encryption, enter the password (if required) for the relayed wireless network.
  • Click the "Save" button.
  • Router TL-MR3040 will restart wifi router in repeater mode, connect to someone else's network and start distributing Internet traffic from it.

    There are not so many operators in Russia now using LTE technology in their networks. Historically, Yota 4G networks were the first to appear. Megafon followed them, becoming virtual operator using the same Yota network. And recently 4G-Internet appeared at the MTS operator. A mobile WiFi router operating in LTE networks can be either "branded", that is, stitched for the operator, or consisting of two devices - a modem and a separate router. The third option called "universal router", when it comes to LTE, is not yet available to the user. So, let's solve the problem with the available means by connecting an LTE modem to a mobile Wi-Fi router.

    As Wi-Fi router, the TL-MR3040 device from TP-LINK is considered here. By the way, not only TP-LINK produces mini-routers with support latest models modems. Here, we have the opportunity to connect the Huawei E392 4G modem (Megafon) or Yota modems. Well, for 3G devices, the compatibility list is much more impressive.

    With an LTE modem connected, the router is configured via the web interface. Note that if the required provider is not in the list, you can configure everything yourself. To do this, check the box "Set the Dial ...":

    3G/4G settings tab

    Initially, support was made for a limited number of modems. The list includes LU150 (Yota) and E392 (Megafon) devices. The last two are LTE modems. But in general, we can conclude that the lack of "binding" to the operator does not yet imply complete universality.

    There is a completely official opportunity to add new modems supported by the router. Including LTE models, and in general - any. For this, one thing is required - to find on the Internet a bin-file for required by the user devices. Let's say there is a need to connect the E169 modem. Then, we are looking for the E169.bin file (it can be renamed, but the essence of this does not change). The TL-MR3040 mobile Wi Fi router "understands" only bin files, while other devices can use the "text" format.

    Preliminary steps before installing the bin file

    Connecting a router

    The router is configured through a web interface, which can be opened by connecting to a Wi-Fi network.

    Before, you need:

    1. Install battery
    2. Connect the mini-USB cable, set the router to charge
    3. Power switch - move to the "on" position

    Switch position "on"

    In one minute it will appear wireless network with the name "TP-Link ...". By default, it is not encrypted, so you can connect to it.

    Mobile Wi-Fi router, maybe someone has already set it up. Then the best solution would be to execute " hard reset". After the appearance of a Wi-Fi network with a password or a “wrong” name, press the reset button located on the router body (it must be held for 15 seconds).

    It is important to know that wireless network card must be configured to "automatically" obtain DNS and IP. After that, you can search for a Wi-Fi network.

    We go to the graphical interface

    On the computer - launch any browser, and open the address: 192.168.0.1. You can go through authorization with the login "admin" (and the same password).

    Status tab

    You can check the version here installed firmware. If the build number is less than 120822 (and the date is earlier than September 2012), then 4G modems will not be properly supported. Definitely.

    This mobile router 4g connection - supports 100% if the firmware version is dated 09/09/2012 (or, it is even newer). By the way, in the "English" designation in the first place number goes month.

    Getting a working connection

    Installing the bin file

    We hope that the required bin-file has been downloaded and is located on the "Desktop" of the computer from which the configuration is being performed.

    In the web interface, go to the "Network" -> "3G" tab

    Connection settings tab

    Here, click the "Modem Settings" button. Another tab will open (you will need to click "Add New").

    Add bin files tab

    At the end of the whole "operation" - click "Browse", find the file, click "Upload"

    The router can not be rebooted, but immediately turn off the power with the side switch. Then, connect to the lte modem wifi router, and turn on the power again. Below is how to set up a connection.

    3G/4G connection

    All the hard work is behind us, since we have installed the file with the settings for the modem. The connection is established on the same tab as discussed in the previous chapter (“Network” -> “3G”). Opening the tab, in the top line - we should see "Identified":

    Connection setup

    If the bin file is “correct”, then the lte modem mobile router should “recognize”. After making sure of this, turn on the “Connect Automatically” selector, and press the “Advanced Settings” button:

    Setting connection parameters

    Setting up a connection here comes down to setting parameters:

    1. Set number
    2. APN address
    3. Name and password for this network

    First, of course, you need to check the box "Set the Dial ...". And finally, click "Save".

    You can enable the connection by clicking "Connect" (on the "Network" -> "3G" tab). Thus, a modem plus a mobile router turns into a 4g LTE Wi Fi router. Happy routing!

    Known Issues

    With some modems, the “modem + router” bundle works like this: there is a connection, and after 15 minutes only Wi-Fi works. It is even possible that with a computer without a router - everything is as it should be. The problem is not in the router, but in the modem (surprisingly). The modem firmware must be updated by connecting it directly to the computer.

    Another "undesirable" option is when a modem is connected that is not officially supported, but is "recognized". Solution method (one of them) - find bin file by doing as discussed here.

    If the router is connected to the 4g LTE modem "from the outside", we will get a device that is more functional than just a router with LTE. Up to 5 subscribers using the N150 protocol - not every router can do this.

    In the film - a small review and setting "TL-MR3040":

    The Tp-link router is very simple to set up, and also perfectly suited to the Beeline provider, this article will fully describe the configuration of the Tp-link router for Beeline with all its flaws, since all routers have minor flaws. Let's get started.

    Setting up the Internet on the router.

    First we need to go to the web interface of the router, for this we need to enter in address bar browser ip address of the router, in our case on Tp-link routers by default goes address 192.168.0.1.

    After you try to go to this address, you will need to enter your login and password, if the router is new, then the login, the default password in it (admin login, admin password), if the logins and passwords do not match, try to reset the router to standard settings. After you have entered the web interface of the router, you need to go to the network tab, then select WAN.

    Here we need to change the connection type to L2TP Russia, (marked in the picture at number 1), after which you need to enter your logins and password for accessing the Internet (2), whether you configure the tp-router will depend on the correctness of the entered logins and passwords. link under Beeline or not. Next, we need to register the ip address, or server name (3), for Moscow it is tp.internet.beeline.ru. This completes the configuration of the tp-link router. We need to specify the MTU size (for Beeline 1400) after which we need to specify the maximum idle time, in our case 0, because if you do not change it to 0, then every 15 minutes of idle time the router will disconnect. After you have entered all the settings of the tp-link router under Beeline, you need to save them, after which the Internet should work.

    Wi-Fi setup, security.

    In order to put a password on the network, you need to go to the wireless mode tab, then select the wireless mode setting, let's proceed to the settings. The network name is how (5) your wireless network will be called (you can call it whatever you want),

    in the region field, select the United States, since the potential WiFi power will be lower if you choose Russia. Many people have problems connecting ipad 2 with these routers, in order for the tp-link router settings for Beeline to work correctly, you must select a channel width of 20 MHz (6), and then save all the settings you entered. Let's move on to setting up network security. We need the wireless security tab in it, you need to select the type of encryption WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK (Recommended),

    in the password field, we will need to enter a password that you will not forget, since this password will need to be entered to connect to your WiFi networks. In the Group key renewal period field, enter the value 3600, and then save all the settings you have made.

    Setting up television on a tp-link beeline router.

    If you have television, then it will also need to be registered, configured on the router, for this we go to the network tab, then we need the IP-TV tab.

    In it, you need to select the bridge mode and indicate on which port the set-top box is connected to the router, then save all the settings and, for complete certainty, restart the router. This completes the configuration of the Tp-link router for Beeline.

    Description
    Traditional wireless routers, many of which we have already covered, easily solve one problem: Internet connections. a large number users at home or in the office without the use of wires. But sometimes situations arise when the capabilities of a traditional router are not enough. For example, you are in a hotel room where Wi-Fi is poor or non-existent, but you have a 3G modem. The problem is that there are three of you and everyone needs the Internet. Compact routers come to the rescue, which are capable of working with 3G modems - they set it up once, and everyone can use one connection in the future. At the same time, the dimensions of such devices are such that they can easily be put in your pocket.

    But until recently, such compact routers had a significant drawback: in the absence of an outlet, they could only work when powered from a USB port. But TP-LINK solved the problem and equipped TP Link router TL-MR3040 Removable Battery - Now multiple users can access 3G connection even in the forest.

    Characteristics
    Manufacturer: TP-LINK
    Model: TL-MR3040
    WAN
    Type: Fast Ethernet
    Number of ports: 1
    Auto MDI/MDI-X: yes
    Fixed IP: yes
    Dynamic IP: yes
    PPPoE/Russia PPPoE: yes
    802.1x+ Dynamic IP: No
    802.1x+ Fixed IP: No
    PPTP/Russia PPTP: Yes, (Dual Access)
    L2TP/Russia L2TP: Yes, (Dual Access)
    IPSec: no
    Big Pond Cable: yes
    Possibility of assignment in manual MAC: Yes
    Ability to set the MTU size manually: yes
    LAN
    Type: Fast Ethernet
    Number of ports: 1
    Auto MDI/MDI-X: yes
    Manual blocking of interfaces: no
    WLAN
    Antenna

    Quantity: 1
    Type: built-in
    Antenna replacement/connector type: no
    Forced assignment of the working antenna number
    Operating frequencies, GHz: 2.4-2.4835
    Supported standards and speeds: 802.11n
    OFDM (30/ 60/ 90/ 120/ 150 Mbps): 802.11g
    BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, OFDM: 54, 48, 36, 18, 12, 11, 9, 6Mbps: 802.11b; CCK (11 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps), DQPSK (2 Mbps) DBPSK (1 Mbps)
    Region/Number of channels: ??/11
    Protocol Extensions:-
    Possibility of manual speed setting: yes
    Output power, dBm
    (maximum): 20
    802.11n @270Mbps: -
    802.11g @54Mbps: -
    802.11b @11Mbps: -
    Receiver sensitivity, dBm
    802.11n @270Mbps: 68
    802.11g @54Mbps-108Mbps: 68
    802.11b @11Mbps: 85
    Working with another AP
    Support WDS (Bridge): No
    AP support: yes
    WDS+AP Support:-
    Ability to work in client mode: yes
    Wireless repeater (repeater): no
    Security
    Broadcast SSID blocking: yes
    Binding to MAC addresses: yes
    WEP: yes, up to 152 bits
    WPA-Personal: yes
    WPA2-Personal: yes
    WPA-Auto-Personal: yes
    WPA-Enterprise: yes
    WPA2-Enterprise: yes
    802.1x (via Radius): No
    Firmware capabilities
    Administration

    Setting a password for the admin user: yes
    Ability to change adding Login: yes
    Management via WAN by specified IP & port: yes, open through the Security menu.
    WEB interface: yes
    WEB interface via SSL: no
    Own utility: yes
    Telnet: no
    SSH: no
    COM port: no
    SNMP: no
    Ability to save and load the configuration: yes
    built-in DHCP server: Yes
    Static DHCP over MAC: yes
    UPnP support: yes
    Protocols supported by WAN
    Normal switch operation mode for WAN and WLAN interfaces: yes
    NAT
    one-to-many NAT (standard): yes
    one-to-one NAT: no
    Ability to disable NAT (work in router mode): yes
    Ability to work in bridge mode: no
    VPN pass through
    IPSec: yes
    PPTP: yes
    PPPoE: no
    L2TP: yes
    Traffic shaping (traffic restriction): yes
    DNS
    Built-in DNS server (dns-relay): no
    Dynamic DNS support: yes, DynDNS.org, comexe.cn, no-ip.com
    Clock
    Clock synchronization: yes
    Manual time setting: yes
    Utilities
    ICMP ping: yes
    traceroute: yes
    Resolving: no
    Logging
    Firewall rule execution logging: no
    Wireless logging: no
    DHCP Leases logging: yes
    Logging Port Forwarding: no
    System Log: yes
    Storage inside the device: yes
    Storage on an external Syslog server: no
    Send by email: no
    Routing
    Static (set entries manually): yes
    Availability and capabilities of built-in filters and firewall
    SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection) Capabilities

    SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection) support: yes
    Ability to use SPI in rules: yes
    Presence of filters/firewall
    on LAN-WAN segment, Internet access restriction: yes
    on the WLAN-WAN segment, Internet access restriction: yes
    on LAN-WLAN segment: no
    Supported filter types
    Including SPI: no
    By MAC address: yes
    By source IP address: yes
    By destination IP address: yes
    protocol: yes
    By source port: yes
    By destination port: yes
    Time binding: yes
    Application: no
    By URL: yes
    By domain: yes
    Word: yes
    Working with Block URL List Services: No
    Action types
    allow: yes
    denied: yes
    log: no
    Virtual servers
    Ability to create: yes
    With the ability to turn on / off. by time, day of the week: yes
    Setting various public/private ports for virtual server: Yes
    Ability to set DMZ: yes
    Ability to set DMZ traffic at the port level: yes
    Nutrition
    PSU type: external, 5V AC, 1 A
    Support 802.1af (PoE): no
    Additional Information
    Connection external USB HDD, Flash: no
    WEB camera connection (video surveillance): no
    Connecting 3G modems: yes
    USB printer connection: no
    Firmware version: V 3.14.2 Build 120822 Rel.40902n
    Dimensions, mm.: 100 x 62 x 16
    Weight, g: 94

    The information given in the table is collected based on the data provided on the manufacturer's website, as well as on the actual capabilities of the WEB interface. In general, the functionality of the router is extensive, while it lends itself to quite flexible configuration.

    Concerning internal device TP-LINK TL-MR3040, then the router is built on the Atheros AR9330 chip, the core of which operates at a frequency of 400 MHz. Wireless connection carried out using the Atheros AR7240 chip. Volume random access memory is 32 MB, while flash memory is 4 MB.

    Packing, delivery set
    The packaging of the TP-LINK TL-MR3040 router is a small box white color with quality printing. On its front side, the device placed inside is depicted, and on the side there are brief specifications, a description of the package contents and a diagram of the location of ports and controls.

    On the back of the box, you can see examples of devices that can connect to the router.

    The TP-LINK TL-MR3040 delivery set is as follows:
    - power adapter;
    - rechargeable battery TBL-68A2000 with a capacity of 2000 mAh;
    - USB cable;
    - Ethernet cable;
    - CD with documentation;
    - quick installation guide.

    complete USB cable– microUSB is used to charge the battery. You can do this both from the power adapter and from a regular USB port.

    Router TP-LINK TL-MR3040
    The dimensions of the device are very modest: 100 x 62 x 16 mm, and its weight is only 94 g. That is, the size of the TP-LINK TL-MR3040 router is slightly larger than a cigarette pack, and weighs no more than most conventional mobile phones- you can easily put it in your pocket.

    The front panel of the case and the bottom cover covering the battery compartment are made of white glossy plastic. The solution is spectacular, but given the mobile nature of the device, it is completely impractical. The device will often be in the hands and will quickly acquire an unpresentable appearance.

    The TP-Link logo is placed on the front panel - it is located on the right, and a strip with indicators, which is located on the left side. These are indicators of Internet activity, Wi-Fi module, LAN port and power. There is no separate battery level indicator, which is somewhat inconvenient, only the red power indicator can signal a low charge.

    The edges of the TP-LINK TL-MR3040 case are made of matte plastic gray color. On the top, at its right edge, there is a power switch and a microUSB port for charging the battery.

    On the right side are USB ports and LAN, as well as a reset button.

    Under the removable bottom cover we find the battery compartment.

    The TBL-68A2000 battery has a capacity of 2000 mAh. By the way, the battery is original, it is unlikely to be found on the local market, but if necessary, you can order it on Chinese websites.

    The router is configured via the WEB interface. It has a traditional design for this manufacturer: all sections are collected on the left side of the screen, while the right side displays detailed information for each option - it is not difficult to figure it out.

    The first page is Status. The main parameters are available for review.

    The next section is "Quick Setup". With it, you can quickly configure the basic settings, which for everyday tasks may be enough. We are prompted to select the operating mode, one of the options for connecting to the Internet and configure the wireless network settings.





    The “Operation mode” section allows you to select one of the four operating modes of the router: 3G router, wireless router, access point or WISP client.

    The "Network" section has five subsections. In "Internet access" select one of the options for accessing world wide web. You can use only 3G, 3G with WAN backup and vice versa.

    "3G/4G" - here the parameters of the wireless modem are set.

    In the "WAN" you can set the method for obtaining an IP address in the external network: dynamically using an external DHCP server or in manual mode, select the method of connecting via an encrypted channel with the provider through standards: PPPoE, L2TP, PPTP, BigPondCable, specify MTU, packet size , connection mode, etc.

    If the provider performs identification by MAC address, the “MAC Clone” subsection is useful.

    In the "LAN" subsection, the IP address and subnet mask are available for editing.

    The “Wireless Settings” item of the “Wireless” section allows you to select a standard wireless connection, set its name. The channel number of the point line and the enable/disable of the wireless segment are configured. You can also disable broadcast SSID (network name and login options).

    In the "Wireless Security" submenu, you can select the authorization method and specify the encryption algorithm, also safe mode data transfer can be disabled.

    In the MAC address filtering subsection, you can create a black and white list of devices that are prohibited or allowed to connect to your network. This filter is disabled by default.

    In advanced settings wireless connection you can select the packet size, enable WMM technology (transmission priority streaming video) etc.

    There is also a section with statistics on wireless connections.

    The DHCP section contains, of course, the DHCP server settings. Here you can reserve a pool of addresses, view information about clients.

    The "Forwarding" section will be useful if you need to bypass the restrictions of the NAT protocol. The "Virtual Servers" subsection allows you to set the IP addresses of local machines to which certain ports from external connection. Thus, it is possible to implement any servers on local network machines that will be open on the prescribed ports for external traffic and connections.

    In the "Port Triggering" menu, it is possible to configure redefinition or substitution of ports for forwarding packets.

    Item "DMZ". Here you can specify the IP address of the local station, to which all packets arriving at any port of the router will go. It will have an IP address assigned to the WAN interface and will be fully responsive to external client requests.

    With UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) technology, all devices in the network environment can automatically discover each other.

    In the security settings there is a standard firewall, blocking based on signs of various attacks. It is possible to restrict access by MAC addresses. There are also settings for access from an external network to configure the device.








    It is possible to set static routes. The routing table can be found on a separate tab.

    The bandwidth control feature allows you to impose speed limits on each client of the local network, specifying the protocol and the range of addresses and ports.

    In the "IP & MAC Binding" section, you can hardcode your IP addresses to MAC addresses. This feature is controlled by the ARP list.

    The "Dynamic DNS" section allows you to select a server for dynamic distribution of DDNS domain names and configure a connection to it.

    Finally, the "System Tools" section contains system utilities. Here you can set the time, make a backup, reboot the device, reset settings, specify new login and password for access, get acquainted with the statistics and system log, update the firmware.








    As you can see, despite the modest size of the router, it has a completely "adult" set of features.

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