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LAN-Cell 3 Firmware Version 5.3.0 Released

Tech Notes Support Bulletins Software Updates Cellular Carriers

Proxicast is pleased to announce a free firmware upgrade for all LAN-Cell 3 users.Version 5.3.0adds several new features and resolves known issues with earlier firmware versions: > Cell-PAK HotSpot < Added ability to force all traffic through an IPSec tunnel Added static IP option for Wi-Fi Client mode Added Wi-Fi Client modem AP roaming Fixed issue with OpenDNS redirection Improved connection reliability for USB551L and UML290 modems The complete list of updates is included in the firmwareupdate package which can be downloaded fromLANCell 3 firmwareversion 5.3.0. Proxicast recommends all customers upgrade their LAN-Cell 3 routers to firmware version 5.3.0. More Info

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If you can't find the answer in our documentation or knowledgebase, contact us via E-Mail or telephone with your question. 1-877-777-7694 1-412-213-2477 support@proxicast.com

External Cellular Antennas

We frequently receive inquiries from customers regarding the appropriate antenna for their LAN-Cell or PocketPORT installation. The best solution for each installation depends on many factors such as operating frequency band, signal strength from the carrier, interference sources, and mounting considerations. We have completed revised our popular Cellular Antennas TechNote to include updated information on HSPA+ and LTE networks, cabling, connectors,and we have included an Antenna Selection Checklist and FAQ to help customers with choosing the right antenna. Some highlights from the TechNote: Antennas must be tuned to the frequency used by the cellular carrier for the service (3G, 4G) offered. The same service can be offered on different frequencies. Knowing where the antenna will be mounted will help determine the best form factor (screw, magnetic, through-hole, pole mount). As the length ofthe cable run between the modem and antenna increases, a thicker coax cable is required. The highest gain antenna is not always the best option. As cellular network speeds increase, more modems are employing multiple matched antennas (MIMO) techniques requiring 2 or more external antennas.

ANT-120-001 9 dBi Omni Mast

ANT-120-006 5-8 dBi Onmi Aerial

ANT-120-003 2 dBi Omni Disk

To make selecting the right antenna easier, Proxicast has recently introduced several new 3G/4G antennas that cover all of the cellular frequencies. These include the industry's first 9 dBi omni-directional outdoor antenna (ANT-127-001) for 3G and 4G/LTE in the USA/Canada/Mexico; a 5-8 dBi screw/magnet mount antenna (ANT120-006) for all 3G/4G services worldwide; and an ultra-small, ultra-low profile 2 dBi disk antenna (ANT-120003) for North American carriers.

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New TechNotes

Connecting the LAN-Cell 3 to a MiFi or Wi-Fi Access Point Using the LAN-Cell 3's Wi-Fi WAN Client Mode to connect to a Mi-Fi other other Access Point for Internet service. Download all of Proxicast's TechNotes from our Support Web Site: http://www.proxicast.com/support/TechNotes.htm

To uniquely identify each of your LAN-Cell 3 units,change the System Name field under ADMIN > SNMP.

Recent Additions to the Proxicast Knowledgebase:

Be sure to check our extensive knowledgebasefor answers to common technical support questions like these: Using the Sprint Plug-in-Connect Tri-Mode USB Modem (Franklin Wireless U770) with the LAN-Cell 3 External antenna port location on Sierra Wireless 312U, 313U, 320U, 330U modems Unable to access the PocketPORT's Configuration page

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