How to install, configure and setup BSNL WiMax
Read this article to learn how to setup and configure BSNL WiMax. This article will guide you through the steps on installing, setting up and configuring WiMax at your home.
When I got the WiMax setup box, I was told by BSNL that I have to do self installation and it is quite easy to install it. BSNL will do all the required configuration on the WiMax CPE device and I just need to fix it somewhere on the wall outside the home or roof and connect it to the power using an internet cable. They were right. The installation was easy and straightforward.
The WiMax box included the following:
1. Wi-Max device (Outdoor CPE - Customer Premise Equipment)
2. A power cord, which has 2 slots for network - one goes to Wi-Max CPE and other one goes to computer or a router.
3. A network cable. You will need to buy an extra one since you require 2 cables.
Step 1: Fix the CPE device outdoors: My home is very near the BSNL office and so the device works even from inside home. It is recommended to use it in a higher position, outside the room to get strong signal from the BSNL base station for better reception. For the best results, fix the device on the highest possible position outdoors like the roof, facing the device towards the direction of BSNL base station.
Step 2: Connect the power cord to a power outlet. Even though you can connect it anywhere, it is a good idea to use it near your computer or wireless router so that you can turn on or off along with the wireless router.
Step 3: The CPE has only a single connection point. You will need to connect the network cable at the bottom of the WiMax CPE. The other end of the cable will be connected to the provided powercord unit, which I believe will provide some power to the CPE too.
Step 4: You need to connect another network cable to the other socket in the power cord. This network cable goes to your computer. If you want to use internet in multiple devices, you may connect this cable to a regular router or a wireless router.
In my case, it took only a few minutes to do the connection and setup. However, the light on the modem was red, indicating there is no internet. I was lost for some time since there was nothing I can configure on it to fix the problem. Next thing I did was to replace the wireless router and connect the internet cable directly to my laptop so that I can do some sort of troubleshooting. I waited few minutes looking at various options and then suddenly the firewall warning came up prompting me to choose a network type - Home, Office or Public. I chose the Home Network and internet was activated on my computer.
Then I put the connection back to the router and waited for sometime. About 2 minutes later, the light on the router turned green, indicating internet connection.
Troubleshooting: If you are having difficulty in getting internet access, wait patiently. Sometimes, it may take up to 5 minutes for the device to resolve all network connections and give you access to internet.
Read my review and experience with BSNL WiMax.
Please let me know what is the price for installing BSNL WiMax HOWI750? What are the onetime charges? Is there any hidden charges?