Configuring GoldenOrb with Sierra Wireless Modem
Posted: Tue Apr 16, 2019 12:06 pm
This tutorial assumes:
1. The modem has been installed in the router.
2. WiFiX/GoldenOrb firmware is loaded on the router.
STEP THREE: CONFIGURING THE ROUTER AND MODEM
Log in the router's user interface at 192.168.1.1
NOTE: It may be necessary to clear the browser cache if any issue is experienced with accessing the login screen. This can normally be done by placing your mouse pointer to the top of the web browser and hitting the CTRL and F5 keys at the same time or refer to THIS site.
The login user name is root and leave the password blank since no password is required on the newer builds of WiFiX/GoldenOrb. If it still insist on a password, try admin
NOTE: If the WiFi SSID is broadcasted as rooter the WiFi default password is rooter2017 or rooter2019.
If the WiFiX is broadcasted as wifix use 12345678
Once logged into the router:
Go to MODEM > CONNECTION PROFILE > GENERAL > APN and:
A few of the more common carrier APN’s are provided below:
AT&T
Verizon
T-Mobile
Sprint
Sprint
Go to SYSTEM > SYSTEM > GENERAL SETTINGS and Click on SYNC WITH BROWSER and set TIMEZONE to your timezone. SAVE & APPLY.
Go to SYSTEM > ADMINISTRATION > ROUTER PASSWORD and set your router login password. SAVE & APPLY.
Depending on the type of plan the SIM Card is provisioned for (i.e., if it has limited hotspot data) it may be beneficial to use custom TTL settings.
Go to NETWORK > FIREWALL > CUSTOM TTL SETTINGS (at top of page) > SETTINGS and ENABLE. Set TTL VALUE to 65 (or 64). SAVE & APPLY.
NOTE: It appears TTL of 65 (because of the pre and post routing) work across the board of carriers. If the data usage is still appearing in the carrier’s account as hotspot data usage, try TTL 64. Most data only plans do not require use of the custom TTL rules.
Unplug power from the router.
Insert your SIM card into the router. Note, be sure the SIM card is fitting properly into the SIM Card adapter—not loose but not too tight. The tits/tabs on all 4 sides of the SIM card should be removed via emery board or sand paper.
Power up the router and login using your new password.
Give it a couple of minutes to configure and stabilize and you it should connect with internet service.
NOTE: You will find it useful (and informative) to watch the connection process in live-time at MODEM > DEBUG INFORMATION AT-COMMAND EXECUTION.
AT THIS POINT the majority of new users should be connected and good to go
ADVANCED MODEM CONFIGURATION FOR SIERRA WIRELESS MODEMS (ONLY):
Once an internet connection is established the MC7455 (if new) will be operating in QMI composition.
Running a Sierra Modem (or other modem) in QMI mode has only been possible with the later OpenWRT kernel builds of GoldenOrb. Some users prefer QMI while others prefer operating the modem in MBIM.
At this point you may first wish to see how the router performs with the modem in QMI mode.
Some of our MEMBERS discovered that QMI reduces the Latency over MBIM.
The decision to use MBIM over QMI is often determined by whether your SIM Card and data plan is capable of obtaining an IPV6 address for the internet connection. QMI currently (or at least on this GoldenOrb version) does not handle IPV6—which MAY OR MAY NOT be available with any particular cellular data plan.
To place the MC7455 in MBIM mode, go to MODEM > MISCELLANEOUS > AT-COMMAND TERMINAL
And, run the following commands (one command at a time, waiting for a response before issuing the next):
WARNING: DO NOT USE THIS CODE on an EM7565. It is different and listed below.
NOTE: The first command “….A710” is the authorization, the second is for MBIM, and the third applies the commands and reboots the modem.
When changing a MC7455 to MBIM mode, I personally like manually programming most other commands (i.e., IPV4V6 APN, enabling IPV6, and locking to LTE service only). I will use AT&T’s broadband APN for this demonstration:
To return the MC7455 to QMI mode:
If you are using the EM7565 CAT12 modem, a slight modification is required. To place this modem in MBIM requires:
While returning the EM7565 back to QMI mode requires:
If these steps were followed, it is now a matter of process of elimination to pin point issues. If a problem still persist, the next step is to examine the strength and quality of the cellular signals at your router.
This is accomplished by running the command:
IF YOU REQUIRE ASSISTANCE WITH AN ISSUE, please submit a separate topic FULLY DETAILING the issue (and the steps you've taken) in the QUESTIONS and SUPPORT section.
1. The modem has been installed in the router.
2. WiFiX/GoldenOrb firmware is loaded on the router.
STEP THREE: CONFIGURING THE ROUTER AND MODEM
Log in the router's user interface at 192.168.1.1
NOTE: It may be necessary to clear the browser cache if any issue is experienced with accessing the login screen. This can normally be done by placing your mouse pointer to the top of the web browser and hitting the CTRL and F5 keys at the same time or refer to THIS site.
The login user name is root and leave the password blank since no password is required on the newer builds of WiFiX/GoldenOrb. If it still insist on a password, try admin
NOTE: If the WiFi SSID is broadcasted as rooter the WiFi default password is rooter2017 or rooter2019.
If the WiFiX is broadcasted as wifix use 12345678
Once logged into the router:
Go to MODEM > CONNECTION PROFILE > GENERAL > APN and:
- Type in the APN required for your carrier data plan
- Set the AUTHENTICATION PROTOCOL to NONE.
- SAVE & APPLY
A few of the more common carrier APN’s are provided below:
AT&T
Code: Select all
broadbandCode: Select all
vzwinternetCode: Select all
fast.t-mobile.comCode: Select all
r.ispsnCode: Select all
n.ispsnGo to SYSTEM > SYSTEM > GENERAL SETTINGS and Click on SYNC WITH BROWSER and set TIMEZONE to your timezone. SAVE & APPLY.
Go to SYSTEM > ADMINISTRATION > ROUTER PASSWORD and set your router login password. SAVE & APPLY.
Depending on the type of plan the SIM Card is provisioned for (i.e., if it has limited hotspot data) it may be beneficial to use custom TTL settings.
Go to NETWORK > FIREWALL > CUSTOM TTL SETTINGS (at top of page) > SETTINGS and ENABLE. Set TTL VALUE to 65 (or 64). SAVE & APPLY.
NOTE: It appears TTL of 65 (because of the pre and post routing) work across the board of carriers. If the data usage is still appearing in the carrier’s account as hotspot data usage, try TTL 64. Most data only plans do not require use of the custom TTL rules.
Unplug power from the router.
Insert your SIM card into the router. Note, be sure the SIM card is fitting properly into the SIM Card adapter—not loose but not too tight. The tits/tabs on all 4 sides of the SIM card should be removed via emery board or sand paper.
Power up the router and login using your new password.
Give it a couple of minutes to configure and stabilize and you it should connect with internet service.
NOTE: You will find it useful (and informative) to watch the connection process in live-time at MODEM > DEBUG INFORMATION AT-COMMAND EXECUTION.
AT THIS POINT the majority of new users should be connected and good to go
ADVANCED MODEM CONFIGURATION FOR SIERRA WIRELESS MODEMS (ONLY):
Once an internet connection is established the MC7455 (if new) will be operating in QMI composition.
Running a Sierra Modem (or other modem) in QMI mode has only been possible with the later OpenWRT kernel builds of GoldenOrb. Some users prefer QMI while others prefer operating the modem in MBIM.
At this point you may first wish to see how the router performs with the modem in QMI mode.
Some of our MEMBERS discovered that QMI reduces the Latency over MBIM.
The decision to use MBIM over QMI is often determined by whether your SIM Card and data plan is capable of obtaining an IPV6 address for the internet connection. QMI currently (or at least on this GoldenOrb version) does not handle IPV6—which MAY OR MAY NOT be available with any particular cellular data plan.
To place the MC7455 in MBIM mode, go to MODEM > MISCELLANEOUS > AT-COMMAND TERMINAL
And, run the following commands (one command at a time, waiting for a response before issuing the next):
WARNING: DO NOT USE THIS CODE on an EM7565. It is different and listed below.
Code: Select all
at!entercnd="A710"
at!usbcomp=1,1,1009
at!resetWhen changing a MC7455 to MBIM mode, I personally like manually programming most other commands (i.e., IPV4V6 APN, enabling IPV6, and locking to LTE service only). I will use AT&T’s broadband APN for this demonstration:
Code: Select all
at!entercnd="A710"
at!usbcomp=1,1,1009
at+cgdcont=1,"ipv4v6","broadband"
At!custom="IPV6ENABLE",1
at!selrat=06
at!resetCode: Select all
at!entercnd="A710"
at!usbcomp=1,1,10D
at!resetCode: Select all
at!entercnd="A710"
at!usbcomp=1,3,1009
at!resetCode: Select all
at!entercnd="A710"
at!usbcomp=1,3,10D
at!resetIf these steps were followed, it is now a matter of process of elimination to pin point issues. If a problem still persist, the next step is to examine the strength and quality of the cellular signals at your router.
This is accomplished by running the command:
Code: Select all
AT!GSTATUS?IF YOU REQUIRE ASSISTANCE WITH AN ISSUE, please submit a separate topic FULLY DETAILING the issue (and the steps you've taken) in the QUESTIONS and SUPPORT section.
so will more info on AT commands and other info be on the way soon for the 7511? Thanks!!!