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AER3100/AER3150

All-in-One, Cloud-Managed Networking Solution

Quick Start Guide

Summary of Contents for AER3100 Series

Page 1: ...AER3100 AER3150 All in One Cloud Managed Networking Solution Quick Start Guide ...

Page 2: ...enterprise reliability with unparalleled agility Enterprise Support For enhanced services including enterprise level support extended warranties and expert installation learn more about Cradlepoint s CradleCare suite of services Visit cradlepoint com to learn more What s In The Box Cradlepoint AER3100 AER3150 Models S4A525A S4A530A Dual Band 2 4 5 GHz WiFi Antennas 54V 2 25A AC DC Power Supply Eth...

Page 3: ... Enterprise Cloud Manager Cradlepoint s network management and application platform Enterprise Cloud Manager integrates cloud management with your Cradlepoint devices to improve productivity increase reliability reduce costs and enhance the intelligence of your network and business operations To learn more about Cradlepoint Enterprise Cloud Manager and to begin a free 30 day trial contact services...

Page 4: ... Port LEDs see pages 6 7 for descriptions Ground Screw Front Panel Back Panel 3G 4G Antenna Connectors SMA WiFi Antenna Connector Reverse SMA 10 100 1000 Ethernet Ports Configurable LAN or WAN Default LAN GPS Connector SMA GPS Connector SMA 3G 4G Antenna Connectors SMA WiFi Antenna Connector Reverse SMA WiFi Antenna Connector Reverse SMA Console Port PoE ...

Page 5: ...dem Port 2 USB 3 0 Modem Covers Removed WiFi Modem When connecting the provided antennas review the connection points WiFi antennas only included on AER3100 have flat circular bases RSMA Modem antennas have protruding pins SMA Antennas ...

Page 6: ...nd check the router status ETHERNET WAN Indicates information about a data source connected to the Ethernet WAN port Blue Connected to an active Ethernet WAN interface WiFi BROADCAST only on AER3100 These two LEDs indicate activity on the WiFi broadcast for both the 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz bands 2 4GHz green 2 4 GHz WiFi is on and operating normally 5GHz blue 5 GHz WiFi is on and operating normally W A ...

Page 7: ...ems Both internal and external USB modems have the following LED indicators Green Modem has established an active connection Blinking Green Modem is connecting Amber Modem is not active Blinking Amber Data connection error No modem connection possible Blinking Red Modem is in the process of resetting ADDITIONAL LED INDICATIONS Several different LEDs flash when the factory reset button is detected ...

Page 8: ...the carrier Contact your carrier for details about selecting a data plan and about the process for provisioning your SIM Once you have an activated 2FF SIM insert it into the integrated modem Insert the SIM card into the slot marked SIM 1 use the other slot SIM 2 for a secondary backup SIM Be sure to insert the card with the notch end first and the gold contacts facing down it will click into plac...

Page 9: ...s on modem cover together and pull cover straight out Remove Main Aux and GPS plugs 2 Slide modem s into USB port s 3 Reattach the modem cover If desired use a Phillips screwdriver to secure modem door screws to bottom side of the router near the front Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 3 Pull tab on bottom of router to activate real time clock battery ...

Page 10: ...e jointed which enables you to position them for optimal signal To attach hold the antenna straight and twist the base of the antenna to connect folding the joint if needed Examples of suggested antenna orientations Care should be taken to ensure that the router antennas are not near metal or other RF reflective surfaces Do not mount router on a wall Only on AER3100 ...

Page 11: ...e provided power supply 54V DC wall adapter into an electrical outlet Then connect the power supply to the router Ensure power is switched on O OFF I ON When you set the power switch to the ON I position watch for the power LED to illuminate Power Switch Power Port ...

Page 12: ... is provided on the product label found on the bottom of your router Accessing the Administration Pages local GUI Once you are connected open the Cradlepoint AER3100 AER3150 s GUI based local administration pages to make configuration changes to your router 1 Open a browser window and type cp or 192 168 0 1 in the address bar Press ENTER RETURN 2 When prompted for your password type the eight char...

Page 13: ...inistrator Password Time Zone WiFi Network Name Security Mode Access Point Name APN Modem Authentication Failure Check If you are currently using the router s WiFi network you will need to reconnect your devices to the network using the newly established wireless network name and password NOTE To return to the First Time Setup Wizard after your initial login select GETTING STARTED on the top navig...

Page 14: ...intecm com begin managing your devices individually or by group For example View the DASHBOARD for a visual analytics overview of your devices including a data usage chart Make a configuration change and apply it to all the devices in a GROUP Set up email ALERTS for when a modem reaches its data cap threshold for a configuration change etc For more information about how to use Cradlepoint Enterpri...

Page 15: ...firmware to load VIA THE LOCAL ADMINISTRATION PAGES 1 Log into the local administration pages see page 12 You may have changed the ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD 2 Select SYSTEM SETTINGS SYSTEM SOFTWARE 3 If new firmware is available select AUTOMATIC Internet Wait for firmware to load If you do not have an active Internet connection you may need to use the MANUAL FIRMWARE UPLOAD option by downloading new ...

Page 16: ... 10 minutes follow the steps below to manually enter the APN Select the APN 1 Log into the administration pages see page 12 2 Select INTERNET CONNECTION MANAGER 3 Select the modem you would like to manage Click EDIT to open the WAN Configuration editor 4 Select the SIM APN AUTH SETTINGS tab In the ACCESS POINT CONFIGURATION field select DEFAULT OVERRIDE and manually enter the desired APN 5 Input t...

Page 17: ...rs connected to your networks with an SPI Firewall and NAT Network Address Translation Features like URL Filtering Traffic Filtering DMZ Virtual Server Port Forwarding and FTP pass through passive and active are also available to enable safe Internet access for all connected users HOW TO CONFIGURE Select NETWORK SETTINGS FIREWALL for firewall options Select NETWORK SETTINGS WIFI LOCAL NETWORKS for...

Page 18: ...on and failback when the primary data service returns Redundant connection keeps your business going HOW TO CONFIGURE Select INTERNET CONNECTION MANAGER Order your connections by failover priority Dual Band Concurrent WiFi Networks The Cradlepoint AER3100 can broadcast up to four WiFi networks on both the 2 4 GHz and 5 GHz bands Secured SSIDs are used for your trusted workgroup members Guest publi...

Page 19: ...r Gateway Protocol BGP Open Shortest Path First OSPF and Routing Information Protocol RIP are enterprise routing protocols that improve router communication and understanding of the network topology HOW TO CONFIGURE Select NETWORK SETTINGS ROUTING PROTOCOLS Select the desired routing protocol to view configuration options Requires a feature license Zscaler Internet Security Combined with Cradlepoi...

Page 20: ...rise Cloud Manager providing multifunctional and single pass deep packet inspection DPI scanning with optimized notification alerts To learn more visit cradlepoint com CP Secure VPN Configured deployed and managed from Enterprise Cloud Manager CP Secure VPN delivers a virtual private data network that minimizes both cost and complexity Unlike traditional bulky head end concentrator hardware soluti...

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