D-Link DWM-312 4G LTE M2M Router Installation Guide
- June 6, 2024
- D-Link
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D-Link DWM-312 4G LTE M2M Router Installation Guide
Before You Begin
This Quick Installation Guide gives you step-by-step instructions for setting up your DWM-312 4G LTE M2M Router. The model you have purchased may appear slightly different from the one shown in the illustrations. For more detailed information about the router, please refer to the User Manual.
Package Contents
This DWM-312 package should include the following items:
- DWM-312
- AC Adapter with 5.5 mm DC connector
- RJ-45 cable
- [2] Interchangeable blade antennas
- Quick Installation Guide
- Warranty Card
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your local D-Link re-seller.
Hardware Overview
Front Panel
Top Panel
Rear Panel
Hardware Installation
Before You Begin
Observe the following precautions to help prevent shutdowns, equipment failures, and personal injury:
- Install the DWM-312 in a cool and dry place. Refer to the technical specifications in the user manual for the acceptable operating temperature and humidity ranges.
- Install the router in a site free from strong electromagnetic sources, vibration, dust, excessive moisture, and direct sunlight.
- Place antennas in an unobstructed area with clear mobile signal. Avoid metal boxes, brick walls, and other dense materials. It is recommended to use the web interface to confirm signal strength before permanent installation.
- Visually inspect the power connector and make sure that it is fully secure.
- Do not stack any devices on top of the router.
Installing SIM card(s)
The DWM-312 is equipped with dual-SIM slots. At least one active SIM card with Internet access is required for proper operation.
- Unscrew two screws to remove the security plate and get access to SIM card slots
- Insert a micro-SIM card into the slot labelled SIM A with the contacts facing down. If you wish to install a second SIM card, insert it into the slot labelled SIM B
Figure 4: Installing a micro-SIM card
- Gently press the micro-SIM into the slot until it locks into place. To remove, press again and the SIM card will be ejected.
- Screw the security plate back on using the two screws removed earlier in order to protect the SIM card slots.
Note: SIM behavior must be configured from the web UI before an Internet connection can be established.
Attach the External Antennas
The DWM-312 requires two external antennas to function correctly. The included antennas are interchangeable, but third party antennas may require connection to specific ports.
- Attach the antennas to the SMA connectors on the back of the router to the ports labelled “Main”and”Aux.”Turn clockwise to fasten the antenna.
- Place antennas where they will receive optimal signal. Arrange them so they point upward.
Note: The included antennas are interchangeable. Third party antennas may require connection to specific ports.
Powering the Router
The router features a flexible power input ranging from 5 volts/2 amps to 18
volts/0.7 amps. A minimum of 10 watts total power is recommended.
Using the Included AC Adapter
- Attach the barrel connector of included AC adapter to the DWM-312 power port on the front panel.
- Attach the AC adapter to an appropriate AC socket.
Connecting Devices
After the DWM-312 has been successfully installed, the router can be connected
to the end device via the following connection method:
Over Ethernet
The Ethernet port can be connected to an end device. Use a standard Category
5/5e/6 RJ-45 Ethernet cable to connect the end device to the router. The port
will auto-negotiate to the highest possible port speed based on the connected
device. Note that the DWM-312 supports a maximum transfer speed of 100 Mbps
over Ethernet.
Management Options
Before You Begin
The D-Link router can be managed by using the Web User Interface (Web UI), Telnet, or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) management interfaces. If you wish to manage a single D-Link router, the Web UI may be the best option. Each router must be assigned its own IP address, which is used for communication with the management PC. Please refer to the following installation instructions to get started with the Web UI and SNMP management interfaces.
Web User Interface
Once the router has been successfully installed, you can begin configuration,
monitor the LED panel, and display graphical statistics using a web browser.
Supported browsers include: Microsoft® Internet Explorer , Firefox, Chrome,
and Safari.
You need the following equipment to access the Web UI of your device:
- A PC with a RJ-45 Ethernet port
- A standard Ethernet cable
- Connect the Ethernet cable to the router’s Ethernet port and to the Ethernet port on the PC.
- Configure the PC’s IP address to be in the network segment as the router. The router’s default IP address is 192.168.0.1 , with subnet mask 255.255.255.0.
- For example, to connect to the router using the default settings, your PC should have an IP address in the range: 192.168.0.2-.254 and a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0.
- Open the web browser and enter http://192.168.0.1/ in the address box.
- Log in to the router. The default user name is admin and the default password is admin.
SNMP
You can manage the router with D-Link D-View, or any other SNMP-compatible program. The SNMP function is disabled by default and must be enabled on the router first by using the Web UI, as described in the previous section. The D-View SNMP Network Management System is a comprehensive standard-based management tool designed to centrally manage critical network infrastructure. D-View provides useful tools to allow network administrators to effectively manage device configurations, fault tolerance, performance, and security.
D-Link offers a free version of D-View which can allow you to manage up to 25 devices. You can download or get more information on the following website: http://dview.dlink.com/.
Additional Information
If you are encountering problems setting up your network, please refer to the
user manual.
It contains much more detailed information to get you up and running with your
network.
Additional help is available through our offices listed at the back of the user manual or online. To find out more about D-Link products or marketing information, please visit the D-Link website at: http://www.dlink.com/.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
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References
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