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Specifications

• Model: Acer Connect M3

• Version: 1.00.0006

• Wi-Fi Technology: Wi-Fi 6

• Network Compatibility: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands (802.11
  b/g/n/ac/ax)

• Internet Connectivity: 4G LTE/5G NR

• Display: 2.4″ touchscreen

• Ports: USB Type C

Product Information
The Acer Connect M3 Mobile Wi-Fi features the latest Wi-Fi 6 technology, delivering multi-gigabit transfer speeds and enhanced user experience for travelers and media streamers. It provides increased network capacity, reduced bandwidth congestion, and uncompromised internet access for Wi-Fi 6 devices.

Package Contents

• Acer Connect M3
• USB Type C cable
• SIM card ejector tool
• Manual Kit including:
  • Quick Start Guide
  • EMEA/PAP/ANZ Warranties
  • CE Safety
  • CE Declaration of Conformity

System Requirements

The Acer Connect M3 is compatible with devices supporting Wi-Fi 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands (802.11 b/g/n/ac/ax) and requires 4G LTE/5G NR internet connectivity.

Device Description

1. Power Button
2. Reset Button
3. SIM Door Cover
4. Removable Loop
5. Touch Screen
6. USB Type C port

Installation

To set up your Acer Connect M3 for the first time along with SIM and vSIM installation and charging:

1. Connect the USB Type C cable to the device.
2. Insert the SIM card using the SIM card ejector tool.
3. Charge the device using an appropriate power source.

Getting Online

To quickly start using your device:

1. Turn on the Acer Connect M3 by pressing the Power Button.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect to a Wi-Fi network or enable mobile data.

Connection Manager App

If available, download and install the Connection Manager App for additional control and settings for your Acer Connect M3 device.

Web User Interface (UI)

You can access the device settings and configurations throughthe Web User Interface (UI) by entering the device’s IP address in a web browser.

FAQs

Q: Can I use the Acer Connect M3 with devices that do not support Wi-Fi 6?
A: Yes, the Acer Connect M3 is compatible with devices supporting Wi-Fi 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, even if they do not have Wi-Fi 6 technology.

Q: How do I reset the Acer Connect M3 to factory default settings?
A: Press and hold the Reset Button for a few seconds until the device restarts and resets to factory defaults.

Overview

The Acer Connect M3 Mobile Wi-Fi is designed to feature the latest Wi-Fi 6 technology. This guide provides an overview of Acer Connect M3’s features and a description of the user interface and ports of the device.
The Acer Connect M3 delivers multi-gigabit transfer speed along with Wi-Fi 6 features and user experience for the demands of travelers and media streamers. The Acer Connect M3 Mobile WiFi can be used to provide increased network capacity while reducing bandwidth congestion and uncompromised internet access for every Wi-Fi 6 device. With a 2.4″ display, Acer Connect M3 provides a simple operation and secure user experience for connecting and streaming on the internet.

Package Contents
The box should include the following items: 1. Acer Connect M3 2. USB Type C cable 3. SIM card ejector tool 4. Manual Kit including:
a. Quick Start Guide b. EMEA/PAP/ANZ Warranties c. CE Safety d. CE Declaration of Conformity
1.2 System Requirements
This Acer Connect M3 is compatible with Wi-Fi devices which support Wi-Fi 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands (802.11 b/g/n/ac/ax) and 4G LTE/5G NR internet connectivity.

Device description
1. Power Button 2. Reset Button 3. SIM Door Cover 4. Removable Loop 5. Touch Screen 6. USB Type C port

Environmental
Temperature: · Operating: 0 °C to 45 °C (32 °F to 115 °F) · Storage: -10 °C to 60 °C (14 °F to 140 °F) Humidity (Non-condensing): · Operating: 20% to 80 % · Storage: 20% to 60%
1.5 Power Management
Acer Connect M3 can be powered from USB 3.0 Type C port with included USB Type C Cable. Note: Since Acer Connect M3 does not included the adapter, it is recommended to use a 15Watt 5VDC, 2A or 3A charger type.

Installation
2.1 First-time setup for SIM, vSIM, and Charging
Physical SIM Card Acer Connect M3 use nano SIM type. Make sure you use the correct SIM card type. Before installing your SIM card, please follow these steps: a. Ensure the device is powered off. b. Turn your M3 to the back side (display facing down). c. Insert your fingernail into slit on the corner tray cover and open it by pulling out the tray on
that side. d. Once the tray already pulled out, rotate the SIM slot cover by 90 degrees to reveal the SIM
card tray and the SIM pinhole.
Follow the step below to install the SIM card to Acer Connect M3: Step 1: Prepare SIM tray ejector tool. Step 2: Eject the SIM tray by pushing it into the pinhole.
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Step 3: Locate your valid 5G SIM card and install it into the SIM tray. The SIM card with operator logo should face upward (the gold contacts facing downwards). Ensure the card fits into place. Please align the notch corner to properly installed, SIM card must be placed completely flat on SIM Tray. Step 4: Install the SIM tray with a valid SIM card back into Acer Connect M3. Then close the SIM slot cover.
Step 5: Push and long hold the Power Button located on the right side for 3 seconds. Once turned on, the Acer logo will appear on the screen. Step 6: Please navigate by following the direction on the screen to begin your SIM card activation process. When using the SIM Card, please start by clicking the SIM card ” “icon.
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Virtual SIM (SIMO Service) Beside using physical SIM card, Acer Connect M3 also support virtual SIM technology provided by SIMO application. With pre- installed SIMO application, you can have access to internet or mobile data services around the world without using a physical SIM card. Before you can use SIMO data service, you need to sign up for a SIMO account on https://buy.simo.co and bundle the device with M3 SIMO SN (SIMO Serial Number). Follow the step below to activate SIMO service from your Acer Connect M3: Step 1: Push and hold the Power Button located on the right side. Once turned on, the Acer logo will appear on the screen. Step 2: From Menu > Select SIMO Service and proceed to the next activation steps.
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2.1.3 Charging your device To charge the Acer Connect M3, please connect the M3 with the included USB Type C cable. To charge the M3, it is recommended to use a power adapter with a 2A or 3A power rating. The Acer Connect M3 Mobile Wi-Fi does not include a power adapter.
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Getting online
3.1 Quick Start
1. If this is the first time you are using or setting up the Acer Connect M3 Mobile Wi-Fi, please proceed by tapping the ” Menu” icon to bring up the control menu.

From this menu selection page, you can access Wi-Fi Settings, Connected Device, Brightness, SIM Card, SIMO Service, and Settings.

2. To connect devices to your Acer Connect M3 Mobile Wi-Fi, tap the ” on the screen.

Wi-Fi Info” icon

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3. By default, Wi-Fi hotspots are on. If hotspots are off, you will be prompted with a choice to turn on the Wi-Fi hotspot. Tap “Turn On” to proceed to the next step.
4. On this page, you may choose which band to utilize to get online. Once determined which band to use, please scan the corresponding QR code with QR code Scanner on Android mobile devices, or with Camera APP on iOS mobile devices. You may return to the main page by tapping “BACK”.
The below image is an example of the prompted message that may appear on your mobile devices.
Note: You can also find your default Wi-Fi password on the label located at the back side of the Acer Connect M3.
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Connection Manager App
You can view or change Acer Connect M3 settings from the device touchscreen or by connecting to the Admin Web UI. This chapter will give you detailed explanation to manage Acer Connect M3 Mobile Wi-Fi using device touchscreen user interface.
4.1 Home Screen
SIM Card In the SIM card usage scenario, once SIM card has been properly inserted and the network service is available, if all in normal state, you will see Data Usage as main topic in display screen.
SIMO Service (Virtual SIM) In the virtual SIM usage scenario, once you have registered to a network supported by SIMO and the network service is available, the home screen will display status of SIMO data plan and menu to manage it.
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The Acer Connect M3 uses the following status indicators and icons. This status applied both for physical SIM card and SIMO service (virtual SIM). Information Panel The Acer Connect M3 uses the following panel information and configuration menu access.
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4.2 Basic Control
Power On To turn your Acer Connect M3 on, press and hold the Power button for 3 seconds. The Home screen will show up after system boot process has been completed.
Power Off To turn your Acer Connect M3 off, press and hold the power button for 3 seconds until confirmation page appears and then confirm by tap Turn Off.
Auto Screen-Lock Timeout When the touchscreen is idle for 15 seconds due to user inactivity, by default the screen will be turned off. You can manage the screen timeout duration from Menu on Home screen > Settings > Screen Timeout. Adjust the timeout as your requirement. Screen timeout options are 15 sec , 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min, 5 min, 10 min and Never.
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You can manage the screen PIN lock configuration to ON or OFF. To turn it ON from OFF position, select Menu on Home screen > Settings > Screen PIN Lock > select ON. And then continue to input the screen lock PIN from Screen PIN > tap Pencil icon > input at least 4-digit PIN and then click Save.
Unlocking Screen When the screen is turned off due to screen access inactivity, you might have two options below: · Screen activation when PIN Lock is Off
If the PIN lock is Off, press power button once > slide left using your finger to unlock the screen.
· Screen activation when PIN Lock is On When screen is locked and the PIN lock is on (activated), press power button once > slide using your finger > input the PIN number to unlock the screen.
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Critical Low Battery The screen will be turned off when battery out of charge. Long press the power button will show

you low battery indicator

on the screen.

Enable USB Tethering (Connect to PC/Laptop as a dongle) When you plug M3 to PC/laptop with USB cable (USB A to C), the M3’s screen will pop “Do you want to turn on USB tethering?”. Press “Turn ON” will enable USB tethering.

If the USB Tethering is still off, to activate it you can select Menu > Setting > slide on USB Tethering.

Note: Once USB cable connection is detected and successfully connected, the USB icon will be displayed on the right top of the screen.
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Menu Navigation

Tap Menu icon

from home screen, navigate the available Menu by swiping to left or

right and tap your selection. From this menu selection page, you can access Wi-Fi Settings,

Connected Device, Brightness, SIM Card, SIMO Service, and Settings. Tap Back at any time to

go back to previous menu.

Screen Brightness
You can adjust screen brightness from Menu > Brightness. Swipe right or left by your finger to adjust the screen brightness depend on your eye’s comfort level.

4.3 Initial Setting
1. Power on the device by long press power button 3 seconds. The Acer startup logo screen will be displayed.
2. Tap Menu > Setting from home screen to configure some basic parameter such as: a. Select the preferred language you want to use for navigating touchscreen menu. Languages supported are English, Traditional Chinese, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Czech, Portuguese, Brazilian Portuguese, Latino Spanish, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, Netherlands, Hungarian, Thai, and Hebrew. b. Select your time zone. Default time zone setting is “Auto”. You can change it by selecting time zone as your preference. c. Select your SIM type. You can choose using physical SIM card or SIMO service (virtual SIM). Detailed steps for these SIMs settings will be explained on another part of the document.
3. From Menu, you can also select SIM Card or SIMO Service for more setting and configuration.
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Note: When no action is performed by the user during this initial setting process, the screen will be automatically suspended after 60 seconds but it will not be locked. Press the power button once and it will resume to the last page which user located before.
4.4 SIM Card
To use a physical SIM card, please refer to point 2.1 Installation step 1 until step 6 to insert the SIM card into designated slot. Once you have inserted the SIM card, go through initial setting step until prompted Select SIM Type. If the user has already inserted a SIM card, the system will select SIM card option as the default. Valid SIM Card Once the SIM card you have inserted is detected, valid and unlocked, the cross sign on SIM card menu will be changed.

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SIM Card Problem There are possibilities of some SIM card errors during setting up the SIM card. Below are some of the possible error messages that may occur, and the recommended action you need to do to resolve it.
Note: At this point, if you got one of above errors, you have an option to switch SIM type into SIMO virtual SIM, or you can keep your option and retry to use the SIM card.
SIM PIN Lock You can activate SIM PIN lock from Menu > SIM Card > SIM PIN Lock

enable the SIM PIN lock slider into “ON”. You can disable it by switching the slider into “OFF”. Both enabling and disabling this SIM PIN Lock requires the correct SIM PIN.
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You can change the network mode selection depend on your network provider’s service availability. There are two network types that you can choose: 1. Auto (5G NR/4G LTE) 2. 4G LTE Only
Note: By default, Acer M3 will select auto (5G NR/4G LTE). Enable Data Roaming (Physical SIM Card Only) You can enable data roaming option by sliding Data roaming to “ON”. The default mode is OFF. Note: Before enabling the international roaming, make sure that you are aware of any extra data charges that might applied.
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Change SIM Type (SIM Card to vSIM) You can change your SIM card type from physical SIM card to virtual SIM (SIMO service). Tap Menu from home screen > Setting > Select SIM card > tap SIMO virtual SIM > confirm by tapping Switch. You will be redirected to Home SIMO screen.
Reset Data Usage (Physical SIM Card Only) You can reset the data usage by tapping reset data ” ” icon from SIM home screen > message “Do you want to reset data usage?” will pop up > confirm by tapping “OK”, then the data usage will restart from zero.
Note: the data usage calculation on the screen is for equipment accumulation only and does not represent the actual data counting of the carrier.
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4.5 SIMO Service (Virtual SIM)
Acer Connect M3 come with pre-installed SIMO application (virtual SIM). With SIMO application, you will be able to connect to the internet or using data services without using a physical SIM card. SIMO offers connection to its mobile operator partners around the globe to give you access to the internet and data services anywhere, anytime by automatically switching to the best available local network. Prior using the virtual SIM (SIMO service), you need to purchase a SIMO data plan first. There are 3 (three) methods you can use to do it: 1. Visit SIMO home page https://buy.simo.co directly from your internet browser to see the
available data plans and purchase it by filling all the requirements.
2. From Acer M3 device menu. You can find the link to register SIMO service from Menu > SIMO Service > Show Web QR code.
You can scan the QR code with your mobile phone camera or QR scanner apps and it will give you an URL for SIMO registration. Below is an example of given URL:
3. From SIMO web user interface, which will be explained on Web User Interface (UI) chapter. 22

SIMO offered a free trial data plan (limited time duration and quota). Below images are example of view from successful SIMO data plan registration:
Once you have successfully subscribed to a data plan from SIMO, and you haven’t inserted a SIM card yet, you can select SIMO service by Switch SIM Type > Select SIMO virtual SIM > confirm by tapping SWITCH.
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1. If you have active data plan and successfully connected to Internet via SIMO partner’s network, you will be brought to SIMO home screen with “Active SIMO Data Plan” state. You can now use the SIMO service.
2. If failed to connect to Internet, you will receive “SIMO Connection Error” alert. Please refer to SIMO Connection Error section below for next steps.
3. If successfully connected to Internet but you don’t have any active SIMO data plan, you will have notification “No SIMO Data Plan”. Please refer to SIMO Data Plan section below for further explanation.
SIMO Connection Error When you received SIMO Connection Error notification during your initial setup first initial setup or during switching to other service provider, tap Learn More > tap Try connecting again > wait for the system to re-connecting to the service provider’s network again.
SIMO Data Plan There are 3 situations where you need to manage your data plan:

1. When you received “No SIMO Data Plan” notification during initial setup due to no data plan
   defined yet or unbinded device with the service. To enable it, select Manage Data Plan from SIMO home screen > visit SIMO URL to manage your data plan (link provided by QR code). 2. You can also access this Manage Data Plan from your Active SIMO Data Plan from Home screen, whenever you need to adjust or modify your existing data plan. 3. You can also access your data plan from Menu on SIMO home screen > SIMO Service.
   SIMO Error Messages There are some possibilities of errors happen during SIMO setup and the possible causes as follow:
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SignalScanTM Feature If you are attached to a network under SIMO service, SignalScanTM can be used to identify a better mobile network in case you have a bad network experience from current service provider. To use SignalScanTM, tap icon SignalScanTM from SIMO home screen > tap Start to SignalScanTM to start scannning. The device will scan the best available signal around 20 seconds.
During the SignalScanTM process, if not success, you might encounter some error messages such as:
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· SIMO Connection Error This could be happened when it failed to connect to internet. You can try the re-connect or contact SIMO customer support displayed on the screen.
· No better networks available This notification will pop up after the system could not find another better network on the current location. Tap Finish to go back to SIMO home screen.
Change SIM Type (vSIM to SIM card) You can change your SIM card type from virtual SIM (SIMO service) to physical SIM card. Tap Menu from home screen > Setting > SIM Type > Select SIM card > confirm by tapping OK. When successful, you will be redirected to Home screen SIM card.

You can also view SIMO Service information from Menu on Home screen > SIMO service > tap

the information icon

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4.6 Wi-Fi Setting
Turn On Wi-Fi hotspot from Home screen If Wi-fi hotspot are off, you can turn it on from Home screen > tap Wi-Fi info icon. Confirm by tapping “Turn On”. Once hotspot is activated, you can view information on each hotspot.
Turn On and Off Wi-Fi hotspot from Menu If Wi-Fi hotspots are off and you want to turn on the Wi-Fi hotspot function, tap Menu from home screen > tap Wi-Fi Settings and then slide on the Wi-Fi Hotspot slider. You can also turn off Wi- Fi from this slider.
Enable automatic Wi-Fi hotspot turn off To save battery life, you have an option to turn off Wi-Fi hotspot automatically when there are no users connected. The default state of this function is OFF. To activate the automatic Wi-Fi turn off, Menu > select Wi-Fi Settings > slide on Turn off Wi- Fi Hotspot automatically.
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You can change Wi-Fi Name and Password on Wi-Fi setting by accessing the website using the URL or QR code given. To change Wi-Fi password, from Menu in home screen > select Wi-Fi Setting > tap Change WiFi Name/Password > connect to the M3 Wi-Fi and visit the given URL (http://acerconnect.com) or scan for link using the QR code after tapping “Show Web QRcode”.
Change Wi-Fi Band Acer Connect M3 Wi-Fi hotspot support 2.4GHz and 5 GHz band. You can select to enable dual bands or select only one of them to be used in your hotspot. Tap Menu > Wi-Fi Setting > Wi-Fi Band > select your preferred band.
4.7 Manage Connected Device
View Connected Device(s) To view detailed client devices connected to M3 hotspot, choose Connected Devices from Menu and it will show devices connected at that time on dual bands (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz).
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Block a Device You can prevent a device to access internet via M3 hotspot by block it from listed connected device. To block a device, tap Menu from home screen > Connected Device > select device you want block > confirm by tapping “Yes”.
Unblock a Device You can unblock a blocked device by tapping the selected blocked device and then confirmed by “Yes” to unblock it.
4.8 Settings
Change Language You can change the language from Menu > Settings > Language > select your preferred language. Languages supported by Acer Connect M3 are English, Traditional Chinese, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Czech, Portuguese, Brazilian Portuguese, Latino Spanish, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, Netherlands, Hungarian, Thai, and Hebrew.
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Check Device Information To check the device info, from Menu > Setting > tap Device Info. It will show you details of the device such as Device Name, IMEIs, MAC Addresses, Serial Number, SIMO Serial Number, Software Version and App Version.
4.9 Firmware Update
Change Firmware Update Settings (Manual/Automatic) You can turn on automatic firmware check update and select the frequency interval (days, weeks). From Menu > Setting > Firmware Update > Manual Check > turn on Auto check update > Select your preferred Check Frequency. If the Auto Check is On (enabled), tap Auto Check to view the configuration.
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Auto Firmware Update When you select the auto firmware update option, Acer Connect M3 will check the new available firmware periodically. If an update become available, it will give you a notification. When you received a “new update has been found” message, tap download, and then tap Update. Wait until firmware is successfully updated by tapping “OK”. When the firmware update is finished, you will be redirected to Home screen. Note:
· You might encounter “Download Failed” due to your internet connection during the process. If this happens, you can check your internet status and try to download later or tap Retry.
· If you received “Firmware update Failed” notification after update firmware process, you can try to update again later. If this happens, you will redirect to Home screen.
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Manual Firmware Update You can also set and check manually the availability of the update. You will not receive any alert on this mode. By tapping Check Now from Firmware Update menu, the system will check the availability of new firmware.
· When a new firmware update found, you will receive notification and you can continue the process by tapping Download. Follow the rest of the update process as auto firmware above.
· When your firmware is still the latest, the system will give you a notification. No action is needed for this status.
· There also possibility the internet connection error during this process. You can check the internet connection and tap “Retry” to retry all the process from the beginning.
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Web User Interface (UI)
This chapter will give you explanation on configuring and managing your Acer Connect M3 using the web interface.
5.1 Web Browser Compatibility
The Acer Connect M3 Web User Interface Admin is compatible with the following browsers: · Google Chrome · Mozilla Firefox · Internet Explorer · Safari · Microsoft Edge
5.2 Admin Login
1. Connect your computer or your smartphone device to Acer Connect M3 hotspot. 2. Open a web browser. 3. Type http://acerconnect.com into the address bar and press enter. The Home page will
then load, as shown in the screenshot below.
4. On the Home page, enter the default password as found on the device label on the back of the Acer Connect M3 and click Login. 33

Note: You will need to change your password at first time you login.
Change Admin Password Enter your current password, then input and confirm a new password. Your new password must be between 8-32 characters long.
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Note: For security reason, it is recommended to strengthen your password using a mixture of upper-case letters, lower-case letters, and numbers. The password should not be easily guessed, or a word from the dictionary. The system will give notification of your password strength during setting (weak, normal or strong).
5.3 Wi-Fi Setting
Change Wi-Fi Name and Wi-Fi Password On this page, you can configure basic Wi- Fi parameters, such as the Wi-Fi name and password for 2.4GHz and 5GHz band (separate network name/SSID). Wi-Fi Name Wi-Fi Name represent the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) of the corresponding Wi-Fi network. You can change the Wi- Fi Name by using 8~32 characters (Using a mixture of upper-case letters, lower-case letters, numbers, ‘-`, ‘_’, ‘.’ and space). Wi-Fi Password It specifies the password for connecting to the Wi-Fi network. You are strongly recommended to set a Wi-Fi password for security. It is recommended to use the combination of numbers, uppercase letters, lowercase letters, and special symbols in the password to enhance the security of the Wi-Fi network. You can change the Wi-Fi password using 8~63 characters (ASCII code).
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Configuring procedure: 1. Change the parameters of the 2.4 GHz network.
· Change the Wi-Fi Name of the 2.4 GHz network, which is MyWi-Fi_2.4G in this example. · Change the Wi-Fi Password of the 2.4 GHz network. 2. Change the parameters of the 5 GHz network. · Change the Wi-Fi Name of the 5 GHz network, which is MyWi-Fi_5G in this example. · Change the Wi-Fi Password of the 2.4 GHz network. 3. Click Apply
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Once the Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password has been changed, you will need to reconnect to your Wi-Fi clients.
5.4 APN Profile
APN Setting Acer Connect M3 will detect your SIM and set APN (Access Point Name) for 4G/5G data connection as the default configuration. But some carriers may be not automatically configured by Acer Connect M3. In that case, you need to manually create a new profile and setup the SIM’s APN.
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Add New APN Profile 1. From APN profile menu, click Add APN. 2. Input the required parameters inquired from your network provider, such as Profile Name,
APN, IP Type, Username, Password and Protocol. 3. Click Save. Note:
· Profile Name is mandatory, cannot be left empty. · IP Type options: IPv4, IPv6 and IPv4v6. · Protocol options: None, PAP and CHAP.
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Once the new APN successfully added, it will be shown on the list of APN profile. You can now choose the new APN to be used by the Acer Connect M3.

Edit and Delete APN Profile
You can edit the APN profile by click the pen you have finished editing, click Save.

icon on the right side of each profile. Once

To delete an APN profile, click delete

icon. and confirm “OK”.

5.5 VPN (Open VPN)
Only support IPv4 Using Web Portal to setup Open VPN Client connections
The Acer Connect M3 Web User Interface Admin is compatible with the following browsers: · Google Chrome · Mozilla Firefox · Internet Explorer · Safari
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· Microsoft Edge Only support Open VPN file.(.ovpn file) Username and password are mandatory. 1. Web Portal VPN page (Open VPN)
Press ADD button to add .ovpn profile 2. Select an available *.ovpn profile.
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3. Enter correct username and password of .ovpn profile then press SAVE button to save the .ovpn profile. (example is from vpnbook)
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4. Press on/off button to enable Open VPN connection. 42

5. Check My IP Address(What is My IP address from the connected device)
6. Press on/off button to disable Open VPN connection. 43

7. Press Edit button to edit Profile (to modify the profile name, username and password) 44

8. Press delete button to delete *.ovpn profile 45

5.6 SIMO Service
With Acer Connect M3 you can enjoy data connectivity service around the world without using physical SIM card. Select SIMO from web menu and click “Visit SIMO” button to continue for registration.
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It will redirect you to SIMO registration homepage. You can purchase and select data plan from the website. You will be offered several commercial data plan options as in example below.
5.7 Languages
You can select your language preference for Web UI from Language menu. Languages supported by Acer Connect M3 are English, Traditional Chinese, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Czech, Portuguese, Brazilian Portuguese, Latino Spanish, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, Netherlands, Hungarian, Thai, and Hebrew. Once you have selected it, click Apply.
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5.8 User Manual
You can access M3 User Manual from the admin website. Click User Manual and you will be redirected to Acer drivers and manuals home page.
To get the user manual from support page, enter the device Serial Number, SNID or model number.
5.9 Log Out
To log out from the Web Admin UI, click dots located on the top right of the page and click “Log Out”. You will be logged out and will be redirected to Admin Login page again.
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6. Regulatory Information
6.1 Important Safety Precaution
Safety instructions Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: · The power cord or plug is damaged, cut, or frayed. · Liquid was spilled into the product. · The product was exposed to rain or water.
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· The product has been dropped or the case has been damaged. · The product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. · The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. · The product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. · The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. · When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug. ·This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label.
Battery information Batteries may explode if not handled properly. Do not disassemble or dispose of them in the fire. Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. Follow local regulations when disposing of used batteries. This device uses a Lithium battery. Do not use it in a humid, wet, or corrosive environment. Do not put, store, or leave your product in or near a heat source, in a high-temperature location, in strong direct sunlight, in a microwave oven, or a pressurized container, and do not expose it to temperatures over 60° C (140° F). Failure to follow these guidelines may cause the battery to leak acid, become hot, explode or ignite and cause injury and/or damage. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. If the battery leaks and you come into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical attention immediately. For safety reasons, and to prolong the lifetime of the battery, charging will not occur at temperatures below 0° C (32° F) or above 45° C (113° F). The full performance of a new battery is achieved only after two or three complete charge and discharge cycles. The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of times, but it will eventually wear out. When the operation time becomes noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. Use only the approved batteries and recharge your battery only with the approved chargers designated for this device. Never use any charger or battery that is damaged. Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting can occur when a metallic object such as a coin, clip, or pen causes a direct connection between the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of the battery. (These look like metal strips on the battery.)
Replacing the battery Improper replacement or mishandling could damage the battery, cause Overheating, result in injury, or cause a risk of fire or explosion. Please check the user manual for the product information
The device with built-in Battery The built-in battery must be replaced by an authorized service center. Do not attempt to replace or remove the battery by yourself. Note: Please refer to www.acer.com for battery shipping documents.
Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure the utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit www.acergroup.com/public/Sustainability
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FCC statements: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications or changes to this equipment. Such modifications or changes could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. -Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. -Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The SAR limit of USA (FCC) is 1.6 W/kg averaged over one gram of tissue. Device types M3(FCC ID: HLZM3) has also been tested against this SAR limit. For body worn operation, this product has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines for use with an accessory that contains no metal and positions the product a minimum of 10 mm from the body. Use of otherenhancements may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.
The device for operation in the band 5150-5250MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.
IC statements: This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Cet appareil est conforme avec Industrie Canada RSS exemptes de licence standard(s). Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes:
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(1) cet appareil ne peut pas provoquer d’interférences, et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles pouvant causer un mauvais fonctionnement de l’appareil.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
This device has been tested for compliance with IC SAR values at a typical operating near the body. To ensure that RF exposure levels below the levels tested, use accessories with this equipment to maintain a minimum separation distance of 10 mm between the body of the user and the device. These accessories should not contain metallic components. It is possible that the accessories used close to the body that do not meet these requirements are not consistent with the SAR limits and it is advisable to avoid using them.
Ce dispositif a été testé pour la conformité avec les valeurs SAR à un fonctionnement typique prè s du corps . Pour assurer que les niveaux d’exposition aux radiofréquences en deçà des niveaux testés , utiliser des accessoires avec cet équipement pour maintenir une distance de séparation minimale de 10 mm entre le corps de l’utilisateur et l’appareil. Ces accessoires ne doivent pas contenir des composants métalliques. Il est possible que les accessoires utilisés près du corps qui ne répondent pas à ces exigences ne sont pas compatibles avec les limites SAR et il est conseillé d’ éviter de les utiliser.
The device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.
5150 250 MHz Pour usage intérieur seulement.
7. Safety Information
7.1 Important Safety Precaution
Your Acer Connect M3 Mobile Wi-Fi device is manufactured to comply with European safety standards. This section outlines the safety precautions associated with using the device. Please read the safety and operation instructions before using your device and other accessories. Keep these instructions safe for future reference.
7.2 Condition of Use
Keep the device and accessories in a cool, well-ventilated area and away from direct sunlight. Do not place the device in a container with poor heat dissipation. Do not enclose or cover your device with clothes, towels, or other objects.
Put your device in places beyond the reach of children. Do not allow children to use the wireless device without guidance.
Do not use your device at places for medical treatment (in an operating room, intensive care unit, coronary care unit, etc.) where wireless device use is prohibited.
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To reduce the risk of accidents, do not use your device while driving.
RF signals may affect the electronic systems of motor vehicles. For more information,
consult the vehicle manufacturer.
7.3 Cleaning and Maintenance
Do not attempt to dry your device with an external heat source, such as a microwave oven or hair dryer.
Use a clean, soft, and dry cloth to clean the device and accessories.
7.4 Disposal Instructions
Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure the utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit www.acergroup.com/public/Sustainability
7.5 Ethernet Cable Line Safety
Disconnect all Ethernet cable lines from the equipment when not in use and/or before servicing.
To avoid the remote risk of electric shock from lightning, do not connect the Ethernet cable line to this equipment during lightning or thunderstorms.
7.6 Medical Devices
The operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices. Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you have any questions. Switch off your device in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF transmissions. Pacemakers. Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) be maintained between wireless devices and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the independent research and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research. Persons with pacemakers should do the following:
Always keep the device more than 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) from the pacemaker
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Do not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched on. If you suspect interference, switch off your device, and move it.
Hearing aids. Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids. If interference occurs, consult your service provider.

Vehicles
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic antiskid (anti-lock) braking systems, electronic speed control systems, and airbag systems. For more information, check with the manufacturer, or its representative, of your vehicle or any equipment that has been added. Only qualified personnel should service the device, or install the device in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty that may apply to the device. Check regularly that all wireless equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the device, its parts, or enhancements. For vehicles equipped with an airbag, remember that airbags inflate with great force. Do not place objects, including installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the airbag or in the airbag deployment area. If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed, and the airbag inflates, serious injury could result. Using your device while flying in aircraft is prohibited. Switch off your device before boarding an aircraft. The use of wireless devices in an aircraft may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft, disrupt the wireless telephone network, and may be illegal.

Warning
Do not attempt to open the device by yourself. Disassembling may result in damage to the device. Small parts may also present a choking hazard.
When this device is switched on, it should be kept at least 15 cm from any medical device such as a pacemaker, a hearing aid or insulin pump, etc.
Switch this device off when you are near gas or flammable liquids. Strictly obey all signs and instructions posted in any potentially explosive atmosphere.
7.9 Explosive Device Proximity Warning
Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle’s engine. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Switch off the device at refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations. Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots, storage, and distribution areas; chemical plants; or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. They include below deck on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust, or metal powders. Do not switch the notebook on when wireless phone use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.

Warning: Do not operate a portable transmitter (including this wireless adapter device) near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the transmitter has been modified to qualify for such use.
Warning: The wireless adapter is not designed for use with high-gain directional antennas
7.10 Wireless adapter regulatory information
Warning: For safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when
using your device under the following conditions. Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area, and always switch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger. Use the device only in its normal operating positions. This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used normally. To successfully transmit data files or messages, this device requires a good quality connection to the network. In some cases, the transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available. Parts of the device are magnetic. Metallic materials may be attracted to the device, and persons with hearing aids should not hold the device to their ears with the hearing aid. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near the device, because information stored on them may be erased.

Aircraft
Warning FCC and FAA regulations may prohibit airborne operation of radio- frequency wireless devices
(wireless adapters) because their signals could interfere with critical aircraft instruments. Ask the airport staff and cabin crew before turning on your device’s wireless adapter whilst board.
The wireless adapter and your health
The wireless adapter, like other radio devices, emits radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by the wireless adapter, however, is less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by other wireless devices such as mobile phones. The wireless adapter operates within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. In some situations or environments, the use of the wireless adapter may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the applicable organization. Examples of such situations may include: · Using the wireless adapter on board airplanes, or · Using the wireless adapter in any other environment where the risk of interference with other devices or services is perceived or identified as being harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of wireless adapters in a specific organization or environment (an airport, for example), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the adapter before you turn it on.

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