The WWAN connection
is equivalent to a cable or DSL connection, though slower.
Wi-Fi
Cellular to LAN Router
Cellular data
connection to the
Internet
Cell Tower
Cell Modem
Ethernet
Ethernet
Figure 16-1
Using a cellular data
router can extend your
Internet connection
to cover your entire
home, or provide
connectivity on the
road.
Figure 16-2
The Kyocera KR1
resembles most other
router/firewalls,
providing the Internet
connection through a
cellular data modem.
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The KR1 translates the WWAN connection into four Ethernet ports and a Wi-Fi
access point (see Figure 16-3). Internally, the router provides Dynamic Host Configuration
Protocol (DHCP) routing and firewall functions just like a typical home network
router/firewall. With this functionality, the router will support multiple computers
on your home network, and let you take your Internet connection on the road.
Setting up the KR1 is also similar to configuring a home router, substituting cellular
connection parameters for cable or DSL parameters; you access and follow the
built-in setup wizard:
With the power cord disconnected from the KR1, insert your cellular data
modem PC Card into the appropriate slot on the KR1.
Connect an Ethernet cable between a computer and one of the RJ-45 Ethernet
ports at the back of the KR1.
Connect the power cable to the KR1 and let it start up??”this takes 1??“2
minutes.
Access the settings for your Ethernet network connection through the Start
Menu, select Control Panel, and double-click Network.
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