Page 2
Safety Precautions Read the safety precautions carefully to ensure the correct and safe use of your wireless device. For detailed information, see “Warnings and Precautions.” Do not switch on your device when the device use is prohibited or when the device use may cause interference or danger. Do not use your device while driving.
Table of Contents 1 Getting to Know Your E961 Appearance Recommended PC Requirements 2 Quick Start Gateway Mode Using the E961 User Guide 3 Using the E961 Configuration Page Logging in to the Management Describing the Management Using the Quick Setup Wizard...
Page 4
Table of Contents 8 Configuring SIM Card Settings Enabling or Disabling the PIN Code Unlocking the PIN Code Modifying the PIN Code 9 Configuring UMTS Settings Choose the Preferred Mode and Band Configuring the Mode for Searching Network 10 Configuring Dial-up Settings Configuring PPP Settings Managing the Profile List 11 Assigning IP Addresses...
Getting to Know Your E961 Your E961 supports UMTS/HSDPA 2100MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900MHz, and network auto-switch. With the E961, you can experience wireless gateway at any time and any place. Appearance Phone Power Indicator Ethernet WLAN indicator ON/OFF key Antenna Selector...
• One telephone interface (RJ11) • WIFI 802.11b/g and multiplex for power supply Recommended PC Requirements The recommended PC configurations for using and configuring the E961 are as follows: • CPU: Pentium 500 MHz or above • LCD resolution: 800*600 pixel or above, •...
Quick Start Gateway Mode Step 1: Insert the SIM Card 1. Take out the card socket from the E961. 2. Insert the SIM card into the socket with the golden contact facing upward. 3. Insert the card socket into the E961.
Step 5: Place the E961 The E961 can be placed horizontally on a table, hanging against wall, or leaning against the pedestal. Place the E961 on a higher place or near the window, so it can receive better signal strength.
• Admin : Has the rights to view and modify the configurations. The default password is admin; • User : Has the right to view only the basic information. The default password is user. Note: To avoid the configuration conflict, only one user can log in to the E961 management page at a time.
Describing the Management Page • Operation Navigation Area: Shows the main functions of the management console. • User Operation Area: Shows configuration information, data information, help information, and function operation area of the gateway. The user operation window varies with different function operations. •...
Gateway Status The following table shows the gateway status information. Item Description The SIM card is valid. The SIM card is not inserted or invalid. The PPP dial-up connection The PPP dial-up connection is is successful. failed. WCDMA The UMTS / WCDMA network The UMTS / WCDMA network is connected.
Connecting to the Internet 1. If the PIN code protection is enabled, the system prompts you to validate the PIN code. For details, see “Validating the PIN Code.” 2. If PPP Connection is Auto or Demand, refresh the page to view the current network connection status.
Quickly Configuring the Gateway You can use the quick setup wizard to configure and maintain the basic parameters of the gateway. Click Quick Setup in the operation navigation to access the welcome page. Click to access the PPP profile setting page following the page prompts. Configuring PPP Profile Settings •...
SSID, such as MyHome. SSID Broadcast: Enable or disable the SSID broadcast. • Enabled: The E961 broadcasts the SSID of the WLAN, and users can easily access the WLAN. Unauthorized users, however, can also easily access the WLAN because the SSID...
• Disabled: The E961 does not broadcast the SSID of the WLAN. Before accessing the WLAN, the user must obtain the SSID of the WLAN. Thus, the WLAN security is improved. Note: For the convenience of the client accessing the WLAN, you can select Enabled for SSID Broadcast when you configure the WLAN setting.
Wireless Equivalent Privacy, a 64-bit or 128-bit data encryption method. The 128-bit WEP encryption provides higher security level. Network key 1: You can enter 5 ASCII characters or 10-character hexadecimal numeral to form a 64-bit key. You can also enter 13 ASCII characters or 26-character hexadecimal numeral to form a 128-bit key.
1. Select Start > Control Panel > Network Connections > Wireless Network Connection. 2. Click Show Wireless Networks to display the wireless network connection list. 3. Select the network connection that the SSID is consistent with that in the E961 WEB configuration, and then click...
4. If the encryption parameter is set for the E961, the Wireless Network Connection dialog box is displayed and requires the network key and confirmation. The value you entered must be consistent with the WPA Pre-Shared Key or Network Key of the E961.
Page 19
3. In the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) in the This connection uses the following items list box, and then click Properties. 4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box, and then click OK.
Describing Advanced Settings In the Advanced Settings page, you can configure the basic attributes and advanced parameters of the gateway, and perform routine maintenance and management to the gateway. In the operation navigation area, click Advanced Settings to access the page, as shown in the following figure.
Page 21
The following table describes shortcut icons. Icon Description Open the system management interface to modify the password, upgrade software, restore the factory default, restart the device, and view the version information. Open the SIM card setting interface to manage the PIN code operation.
Managing the System On the system management page, you can modify the password, upgrade the software, restore factory defaults, restart the device, and view the version information. Click to access the system management page, as shown in the following figure. Modifying the Password You can modify the login password to prevent unauthorized users from logging in to the management page.
2. Enter the current password, and then enter the new password and confirm it. 3. Click to save the modification, click to return to the previous page, and click to cancel the modification. Upgrading the Gateway 1. Click to open the Upgrade Gateway page. 2.
Restoring Factory Defaults If you need to reconstruct the network or you forget the changes of some parameters, you can choose to restore factory defaults and reconfigure the gateway. to open the Restore Defaults window, and then click Click Note: After this operation, all configurations restore to the defaults.
Configuring SIM Card Settings You can manage the PIN code on the SIM card settings window, including the following operations: • Enabling the PIN code • Disabling the PIN code • Modifing the PIN code • Unlocking the PIN code Note: •...
Unlocking the PIN Code If the PIN code is locked, you need to enter correct PUK code and set the new PIN code to unlock it. Note: • If you forgot the PUK code, consult your carrier. • If you enter the wrong PUK code for successive 10 times, the SIM card is locked.
Configuring UMTS Settings On the UMTS settings window, you can set the priority of connection modes and bands in searching a network. to open the UMTS Settings window, as shown in the following figure. Click Choose the Preferred Mode and Band to open the Network Settings window.
Page 28
236 Kbit/s mode based on the network signal strength. The low-speed data service mode is preferred. 3G only Maximum rate: The E961 works only in high-speed data service 7.2 Mbit/s mode. GPRS only Maximum rate: The E961 works only in low-speed data service 236 Kbit/s mode.
Configuring the Mode for Searching Network 1. Click to open the Searching Network window. 2. Select the mode for searching network. • Auto: The gateway automatically searches the network and registers with it. • Manual: You need to manually search the network and register with it. 3.
Configuring Dial-up Settings In the Dial-Up Settings window, you can configure PPP settings and manage profile settings. to open the Dial-Up Settings window, as shown in the following figure. Click Configuring PPP Settings to open the PPP Settings window, as shown in the following figure. 1.
2. Enter the correct parameters. • Profile List: Select a profile from the established dial-up connection list. If the drop- down list is null, you need to create a profile list. • PPP Connection: Select the dial-up connection mode. Dial-up Mode Description Auto After the gateway is switched on, it automatically connects...
Page 32
Interface Description Parameter Description Profile List Include all created profile names. Profile Name Enter the name of the selected or created profile. Dial-up Number Enter the character string for PPP dial-up number. It is provided by the network carrier. PPP User Name The user name used in PPP communication.
IP address assignment. For example, in the network segment 192.168.1.0/24, the default IP address of the E961 is 192.168.1.1. The host IP address can range from 192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.254. The minimum range is a single IP address.
Configuring the WLAN Enabling or Disabling the WLAN 1. Click to open the WLAN Module Settings window, as shown in the following figure. 2. Enable or disable the WLAN module. • Enable: Enable the WLAN module. You can use the WLAN function and configure relevant parameters.
Page 35
WLAN. Unauthorized users, however, can also easily access the WLAN. • Disabled: Disable the SSID broadcast. The E961 does not broadcast the SSID of the WLAN. Before accessing the WLAN, the user must obtain the SSID of the WLAN. Thus, the WLAN security is improved.
Configuring the Transmission Rate 1. Select Auto, the E961 automatically searches the transmission rate. The maximum WLAN transmission rate supported by the gateway is 54 Mbit/s. 2. Click to submit the setting. 3. Click Advanced to configure the advanced WLAN setting.
Page 37
• Bridge Restriction: It refers to the limitation to the peer MAC addresses. When it is Disabled, the E961 can access all the remote bridges; when it is Enabled, the E961 can only access the remote bridges that the addresses are in the address list.
Configuring the MAC Filter Click to open the WLAN MAC Filter Settings window. You can control and manage the clients accessing the WLAN, and improve the WLAN security performance. MAC Restrict Mode The following table lists the MAC address filter modes: Value Description Disabled...
Security Settings On the Security Settings page, you can configure the advanced security settings. Click Security to access the security settings page, as shown in the following figure. Firewall Switch Your gateway has a true firewall that controls the incoming and outgoing data flow and protects your computer from illegal intrusion.
3. Select other options as required, and then click LAN MAC Filter Your gateway supports MAC filtering based on a list of either denied or allowed computers. A common method to restricting network access is to specify the Media Access Control (MAC) address.
Making an IP Filter Effective 1. Add a new IP address or select a record in the IP address filter table. 2. Select On for Status. 3. Click 4. Click . The IP filter takes effect. Virtual Server Your gateway supports virtual server to enable external computers to access WWW, FTP, or other services provided by the LAN.
DMZ Service If your PC cannot run network applications through the device, you can set the computer to access the Internet unlimitedly by configuring the IP address of the computer in the demilitarized zone (DMZ). However, the DMZ computer is not protected by the firewall. It is vulnerable to attack and may also put other computers in the home network at risk.
Typical Networking Example You can construct a small LAN through the WLAN interface or four Ethernet interfaces of the gateway. Your gateway also supports external hubs, Ethernet switches, or routers. To construct a LAN with multiple PCs, you can extend the Ethernet interfaces through a hub or Ethernet switch.
If the power indicator is off, you need to check whether the power is normally connected. 2. If the signal strength indicator on the E961 panel is off, you need to check whether the area is covered by WLAN. 3. If the area is covered by WLAN, you need to check whether the network mode is right.
Warnings and Precautions Electronic Device • Turn off your device near high-precision electronic devices. The wireless device may affect the performance of these devices. • Such devices include hearing aids, pacemakers, fire alarm systems, automatic gates, and other automatic-control devices can be affected. If you are using an electronic medical device, consult the device manufacturer to confirm whether the radio wave affects the operation of this device.
Page 46
• Do not put your wireless deviceor other accessories in containers with strong magnetic field, such as an induction cooker and a microwave oven. Otherwise, circuit failure, fire, or explosion may occur. • Do not leave your wireless device or charger in a very hot or cold place. Otherwise, malfunction of the products, fire, or explosion may occur.
Abbreviations The Third Generation Alternating Current Address Resolution Protocol Access Point Access Point Name CDMA Code Division Multiple Access DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Domain Name Server down link, downlink EDGE Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution Global System for Mobile communications GPRS General Packet Radio Service GGSN...
Page 48
Local Area Network Light Emitting Diode L2TP Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol Mobile Switching Center Network Address Translation Personal Communication Systems PSTN Public Switched Telephone Network POTS Plain Old Telephone Service PPTP Point to Point Tunneling Protocol Radio Transmission Technology SOHO Small Office Home Office Service Control Point SGSN...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the E961 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers