NetComm N150 manual Troubleshooting, Why my wireless client can not access the Internet?

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NetComm Liberty Series - Wireless N150 Router

Troubleshooting

This section provides an overview of common issues, and possible solutions for the installation and operation of your 3G Router.

1. Unable to access the Web Configuration when I use my computer to configure my 3G Router.

Note: It is recommended that you use an Ethernet connection to configure the 3G17Wn.

Ensure that the correct LAN light on your 3G Router is ON.

If the light is NOT ON, check to see if the cable for the Ethernet connection is securely connected.

Note: Ensure that the IP Address of the computer is in the same range and subnet as the 3G17Wn. The default IP Address of the 3G17Wn is 192.168.20.1. All the computers on the local area network must have a unique IP Address within the same range (e.g., 192.168.20.x). All computers must also have the same subnet mask (e.g., 255.255.255.0).

Do a Ping test to make sure that the 3G17Wn is responding.

Click on Start > Run

Type in CMD and press Enter.

Type “ping 192.168.20.1” (without quotes). A successful ping will shows four replies.

Note: If you have changed the default IP Address, ensure you ping the correct IP Address assigned to the 3G17Wn.

2. Why my wireless client can NOT access the Internet?

When the 3G17Wn is configured to use Wireless encryption (WEP, WPA/WPA2 etc), you need to ensure your wireless adapter settings match your 3G Routers settings. Please refer to your wireless adapter manual for more information. Ensure that the wireless client is associated with your 3G Router.

To check this connection (Windows XP), follow these steps:

Click on Start > Control Panel > Network Connection

Right Click on Wireless Network connection

Select View Available Wireless Networks. The “Connect to Wireless Network” screen appears. Ensure you have selected the correct wireless network.

Ensure the IP Address assigned to the wireless adapter is within the same subnet as your 3G Router. The 3G17Wn has a default IP Address of 192.168.20.1. Wireless adapters must have an IP Address in the same range (e.g., 192.168.20.x). Although the subnet mask must be the same for all the computers on the network, no two devices may have the same IP Address. Therefore, each device must have a unique IP Address.

To check the IP Address assigned to the wireless adapter, follow the steps below:

Click on Start > Run

Type in CMD and press Enter.

Type in “ipconfig /all” and press Enter

Type in “ping 192.168.20.1” to check if you can access the 3G17Wn

Note: If you have changed the default IP Address, ensure you ping the correct IP Address assigned to the 3G17Wn.

3.Why does my wireless connection keep dropping?

Please try the following steps to improve the wireless signal quality.

Antenna Orientation.

Try different antenna orientations for your 3G Router.

Try to keep the antenna at least 6 inches away from the wall or other objects.

Try changing the channel on the 3G17Wn to a different channel to avoid interference. Please refer to the Basic > Wireless section of this manual

Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet) from electrical devices that generate RF noise, like microwaves, monitors, electric motors, etc.

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Contents 3G Wireless N150 Router Important Safety Instructions PrefaceSave Our Environment Table of Contents Introduction Your 3G17Wn 3G Wireless N150 Router Package ContentsKey Features Placement Placement of your 3G17Wn Router PlacementAvoid obstacles and interference Cordless Phones Choose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless NetworkProduct Layout Product Layout Connecting and Configuring your RouterModem Requirements Connecting your 3G RouterWireless Computer System Requirements Network and System RequirementsConnect a computer Plug in the powerConfiguring your Router and setting up your computer Default SettingsWindows 2000 computers Windows Me computersWindows 95, 98 computers For 3G connections Setting up your 3G Router3G Internet Settings Mac OSXFor non-3G Connections 3G Connection StatusAdvanced Login Procedure AdvancedStatus Name Description Internet SettingsAddress field with the MAC address of your computer L2TP MmL1 7WN LAN Advanced Routing Dynamic Advanced RoutingDhcp Client Advanced Routing StaticWireless Settings Basic Wireless SettingsAdvanced Security Security ModeWPA-PSK/WPA2 Station List WPSKeep The Bad Things Out, Let The Good Things MAC/IP/Port Filtering FirewallDMZ Port ForwardingSystem Security Content FilteringYou’re the Boss, Boss Administration ManagementUpload Firmware Setting Manager StatisticsSystem Log Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Why my wireless client can not access the Internet?Why does my wireless connection keep dropping? What can I do if my Ethernet cable does not work properly? Cannot establish a wireless connection?How do I reset my 3G17Wn to its factory default settings? Do not remember my encryption key. What should I do?Establishing your Wireless Connection Windows XP service pack Establishing your Wireless ConnectionNetComm Liberty Series Wireless N150 Router Mac OSX Windows Vista YMmL17WN Now It All Makes Sense How to configure WEP/WPA-PSK/ WPA2-PSK Wireless Security NetComm Liberty Series Wireless N150 Router Appendix Customer Information Legal & Regulatory InformationProduct Warranty Limitations of WarrantyGNU General Public License Product Warranty Technical Support