Edge Router 605 Product Quick Guide

Edge Router 605 Product Quick Guide

Overview

This manual is for the installation and operation of the ER605 of InHand Networks. Before installation, please confirm the product model and accessories in the package and purchase a SIM card from the operator that supports the local network. Please refer to the actual product for specific operations.

1. Packing List

Part Name

Quantity

Description

ER605

1

Edge Router 605

Ethernet Cable

1

1m Ethernet Cable

LTE Antenna

2

ER605 4G model

N/A

ER605 5G model

5G Antenna

N/A

ER605 4G model

4

ER605 5G model

Wi-Fi Antenna

2

Magnetic antenna, can change to stick antenna optionally

Power Adaptor

1

12V DC power adaptor with power cable

Panel Mounting Lug

4

2 hangers and 2 wall mounting lugs

SIM Card Ejector

1

Used to remove the SIM tray
 

2. Panel Introduction


Fig. 2 Interface 
  1. Power IN: The ER605 supports a 12V voltage input.
  2. WAN1:Ethernet port.
  3. WAN2/LAN1:Ethernet port that supports WAN/LAN switch.
  4. LAN2: Ethernet port.
  5. LAN3: Ethernet port.
  6. LAN4: Ethernet port.
  7. Reset: Pinhole reset button
  8. LED Indicators
  9. SIM cards slot

3. Equipment Installation

Precautions for installation.
  1. Power Supply: Please use the power adapter included in the package. The ER605 supports a 12V voltage input. Please pay attention to the voltage level.
  2. Environmental Requirements: Working temperature: -20℃~50℃, Storage temperature: -40℃~85℃.
  3. Avoid direct sunlight and keep away from heat sources or strong electromagnetic interference. Confirm that the installation position is strong enough to support the weight of the equipment and its installation accessories.

3.1 Insert SIM Card

ER605 supports dual nano SIM cards. You can use the SIM card ejector tool included in the package to insert it into the small hole to release the SIM card tray. After installing the SIM card on the tray, insert the tray back into the slot.


Fig. 3-1 Insert SIM cards

3.2 Attach Antennas

Attach the antennas to the SMA connectors.
The glue stick antenna needs to be installed on the corresponding SMA interface, and you can find the corresponding logo on the glue stick antenna and near the SMA interface.


Fig. 3-2 Install the antennas

3.3 Install the ER605

3.3.1 Desktop Installation

1. Ensure the selected desktop area is free from obstructions to provide adequate space for the device.
2. Install the foot pad in the corresponding position of the housing under the device.



Fig. 3-3-1-a Attach the foot pad
3. Verify the correct installation of the SIM cards, antennas, and power cable.
4. Place the device steadily on the tabletop.


Fig. 3-3-1-b Attach the foot pad

3.3.2 Wall-mounted Installation

1. Install the hanging ears included with the package at the cutouts on both sides of the device.
2. Install two screws on the wall where the equipment needs to be mounted, note that the distance between the two screws needs to be consistent with the hole distance between the hanging ears of the equipment.
3. Hang the device in the predetermined position and push down to confirm that the device is installed stably and will not fall.



Fig. 3-3-2 Installation on wall

3.4 Power Cable Installation

Insert one end of the power adapter into the power outlet and the other end into the device’s power interface.



Fig. 3-4 Connect the Power adapter and device

3.5 Inspection after Installation

3.5.1 Check the Device Installation

  1. Desktop Installation: Ensure that the device won’t fall due to cable dragging.
  2. Wall-mounting Installation: Make sure it is securely mounted.

3.5.2 Check the Power Supply

Confirm that the power cord is in good contact and meets safety requirements. Ensure that the device can work properly after powering on.

4. Access to the Internet

ER605 supports two ways of accessing the Internet: cellular and wired.

4.1 SIM Card Dial-up

4.1.1 Connect via APP

1. Insert the SIM card while the device is powered off, connect the antennas to the device, and log in to the InCloud APP.
2. Navigate to the "Device" section below to access the [Device] page, then click the menu button in the upper right corner and select [ Add Device]. Then scan the QR Code on the ER605 to add a device.

 

    1. Fig. 4-1-1 Scan to add a device
3. Once the QR code is successfully scanned, proceed to configure the device's name, serial number, and description information.
4. If the device fails to connect to the network after adding it, you can click "Configure local device" to set up the device for cloud connectivity. The ER605 is configured with default HTTP access and Wi-Fi AP functionality.

  1. 4.1.2 Connect via PC

  2. 1. Power off the device, insert the SIM card into the card slot, connect the antenna to the device, and establish a wired connection between the ER605 and your PC using an Ethernet cable.
  3. 2. Open a web browser and type the device's default address, 192.168.2.1, into the browser's address bar. After entering the default username and password (Please check your device's nameplate for login credentials.), you will access the device's web management interface. If your browser displays a security warning, navigate to hidden or advanced options and select "Proceed to website."

Fig. 4-1-2-a Web Login

3. Go to the "Internet" section in the left navigation bar. Click the "Edit" button next to the "Cellular" option to configure the dial-up parameters. The device comes with the dial-up function enabled by default. If it doesn't establish a connection within a few minutes, re-enable the dial-up option.

Fig. 4-1-2-b Uplink table

Fig. 4-1-2-c Set the APN parameters

4. To verify the dial-up status, go to the "Interface Status" section located in the "Dashboard." The device has successfully connected to the Internet when the "Cellular" icon turns green. You can click on the "Cellular" icon to access information like signal strength, IP address, and data usage.

Fig. 4-1-2-d Check the cellular interface

4.2 Wired Network

4.2.1 Connect via APP

1. Insert the SIM card while the device is powered off, connect the antennas to the device, and log in to the InCloud APP.
2. Navigate to the "Device" section below to access the [Device] page, then click the menu button in the upper right corner and select [ Add Device]. Then scan the QR Code on the ER605 to add the device.

 

Fig. 4-2-1 Scan the QR Code to add a device

3. Once the QR code is successfully scanned, proceed to configure the device's name, serial number, and description information.
4. If the device fails to connect to the network after adding it, you can click "Configure local device" to set up the device for cloud connectivity. The ER605 is configured with default HTTP access and Wi-Fi AP functionality.
5. Scan the QR code on the unit's nameplate, and the app will establish a Wi-Fi connection with the ER605 automatically.
6. Once the connection is established, the app will log in to the device, and you will be directed to the network configuration interface. Confirm the information and click 'Submit.'

4.2.2 Connect via PC

After powering on the device, connect your PC to the device's LAN port using an Ethernet cable, and perform the following steps on your PC.
The device's LAN port has DHCP Server functionality enabled by default. Once the PC has automatically obtained an IP address, please ensure that your PC and ER605 are in the same address range. 
If your PC fails to obtain an IP address automatically, please configure it with a static IP address and the following parameters:
  1. IP Address: 192.168.2.x (Choose an available address within the range of 192.168.2.2 to 192.168.2.254).
  2. Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0.
  3. Default Gateway: 192.168.2.1.
  4. DNS Servers: 8.8.8.8 (or your ISP's DNS server address)
1. Enter the default device address 192.168.2.1, in the browser's address bar. After entering the username and password (Please check your device's nameplate for login credentials.), access the device's web management interface. If the page shows a security warning, click on the "Hide" or "Advanced" button and select "Proceed" to continue.

Fig. 4-2-2-a Login to the web page


2. Check the network in the “Dashboard〉Interface Status”. The device connects to the Internet successfully if the “Cellular” or “WAN” icon turns green. Click the corresponding icon to view interface information such as signal strength, IP address and traffic consumption.
3. If this device cannot connect to a network, click “Internet〉Uplink Table〉Edit ” to set up network parameters.
The device enables the dial-up function and WAN by default, please wait for a few minutes to go online, and re-enable the dial-up if it is not dialled.

Fig. 4-2-2-b Edit the WAN interface

  1. DHCP: The DHCP service is enabled on the WAN port by default which means this device cannot connect to the Internet immediately if the upstream device connected to the WAN port does not have the DHCP server enabled.
  2. Static IP: Users can assign a static IP address obtained from the ISP or upstream network device manually.
  3. PPPoE: Users can set the PPPoE service on the WAN port and then this device can dial up to the Internet through the broadband service.

Fig. 4-2-2-c Configure the Uplink interface

4. Verify network connectivity Via the Ping tool on the System/ Tools page.

Fig. 4-2-2-d Check the network connectivity

5. Remote Manage Platform

5.1 InCloud Manager

5.1.1 Register/Login to the InCloud Manager

    1. Open your web browser and visit InCloud at the following address: https://star.inhandcloud.com/. This will take you to the InCloud registration and login page. (We recommend using Chrome.)

Fig. 5-1-1-a InCloud Manager Login Page

2. After registering, log in to the cloud platform using your registered email. Navigate to the "Security Settings" page where you can change your password and link your mobile phone number. Once your phone number is linked, you can use it for future logins to the cloud platform.

Fig. 5-1-1-b Bind a Mobile Phone Number

5.1.2 Adding Devices to the Platform

Log in to the InCloud Manager platform, then go to "Device" and click "Add" in the navigation menu. Fill in the device's serial number and MAC address to add it.

Fig. 5-1-2 Add a Device to the InCloud Manager

6. Quick User Guide

6.1 Restore to Default Settings

Reset/Restore Remotely

Log in to the InCloud Manager platform, navigate to "Device," and select "Command" from the menu. Click the "Restore to Factory" button, confirm the action, and the device will reboot and revert to its default settings.

Fig. 6-1-1 Set the Device to Default Settings

6.1.2 Hardware Restore

  1. Step 1: Power on the device (for 10 seconds) while holding down the reset button until the System indicator light is solid yellow.
  2. Step 2: Release the reset button, and the System indicator light will start flashing yellow.
  3. Step 3: Press the reset button again until the System indicator light remains solid yellow.

6.2 Log and Diagnostic Data

Login to InCloud Manager, navigate to "Device," select "Device Details," and click on the "Tools" menu in the navigation bar. Then, click the corresponding button to initiate the download of logs and diagnostic data.


Fig. 6-2 Download the Logs

7. LED Indicators

Indicators

Status and Description

System

Off --- Power Off

Steady in red --- System booting in progress.

Blink in red --- System malfunction detected.

Blink in yellow --- The system is upgrading.

Blink in green --- The system is running smoothly

Network

Off --- The network is not connected.

Blink in red --- Cellular network connecting.

Steady in green --- Cellular network connected.

Blink in yellow --- Wired network connecting.

Steady in yellow --- Wired network connected.

Cellular

Off --- Cellular disabled

Steady in red --- Poor signal quality.

Steady in yellow --- Good signal quality.

Steady in green --- Excellent signal quality.

Wi-Fi 2.4G

Off --- 2.4G Wi-Fi disabled.

Steady in green --- Working normally.

Blink in green --- Working abnormally.

Wi-Fi 5G

Off --- 5G Wi-Fi disabled.

Steady in yellow --- Working normally.

Blink in yellow --- Working abnormally.

Note:

For the network status indicators, if both the wired and 4G/5G connections are functioning correctly, the indicator will display a blue light for the wired connection. If only one of them is working normally, it will display the corresponding colour. If there is no network connection, it will show a red light.

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