A:When the R526A is tethered via a USB cable to a computer, the device will not function as a hotspot. In this mode the R526A can be charged, or re-charged only.

Q. What is the LAN port of R526A can be used for?

A:The LAN Port of the R526A is users who have a laptop or desktop computer which does not have WiFi capability.

Q: What is the average battery usage time?

A:The battery will have on average 3 hours of active use time when connected to a single device and will discharge more rapidly as additional devices are connected (up to 5 WiFi devices are acceptable). There is 7.5 hours of standby time.

Q: Why the R526A turns off while in used and it wouldn’t turn on again?

A:The red solid power LED indicates the battery is below 20% and if it’s blinking, it indicates the R526A will turn off very soon. After the battery has run down, it turns off automatically. So you need to charge the battery using AC-DC adaptor.

Please refer to the Quick Start Guide on page 9.

Q: How close does the user’s WiFi enabled device need to be from the R526A?

A:The device will need to be within 16 feet or 5 meters of the WiFi device to work. So a user can keep the R526A in their pocket, laptop bag, or sitting on a desk or window ledge across a room (for better coverage).

Q:Does the R526A support voice calls, fax and/or text messaging?

A:Voice calls, text messaging and fax are not supported.

Q: Can the R526A be used for memory storage?

A: The R526A does not support onboard or removable memory storage.

Q: How long does a user need to charge the battery before they begin using?

A:The battery must be fully charged before using the R526A for the first time. We recommend a minimum of 2 hours charging time before first use. After the initial use and set-up, you may use with the battery alone or with the battery and the AC power. The R526A can also be charged/re-charged by connecting the device to your computer via a USB cable (sold separately).

Q: Does the R526A require software installation?

A: The R526A comes with a browser URL that allows the user to configure the device.

You can activate, select a profile, establish security and set more advanced settings without installing any software.

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