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    This document discusses using 3G modems and cellular networks with MikroTik routers. It provides an overview of why 3G/GPRS connectivity may be useful including as backup internet or for remote management. It then covers setting up a USB dongle or internal mPCIe 3G module on a MikroTik RB411U router, configuring the PPP connection, and using features like sending and receiving SMS messages to control scripts on the router. Troubleshooting tips are also included like checking the SIM card and modem status.

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    This document discusses using 3G modems and cellular networks with MikroTik routers. It provides an overview of why 3G/GPRS connectivity may be useful including as backup internet or for remote management. It then covers setting up a USB dongle or internal mPCIe 3G module on a MikroTik RB411U router, configuring the PPP connection, and using features like sending and receiving SMS messages to control scripts on the router. Troubleshooting tips are also included like checking the SIM card and modem status.

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    This document discusses using 3G modems and cellular networks with MikroTik routers. It provides an overview of why 3G/GPRS connectivity may be useful including as backup internet or for remote management. It then covers setting up a USB dongle or internal mPCIe 3G module on a MikroTik RB411U router, configuring the PPP connection, and using features like sending and receiving SMS messages to control scripts on the router. Troubleshooting tips are also included like checking the SIM card and modem status.

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    RouterOS 3G Modem Applications

    Arnis Rieksti MikroTik, Riga, Latvia MikroTik User Meeting Bogota, Colombia November 18-19, 2010

    Why 3G/GPRS?

    WiFi or wired Internet is not available Backup link, if the main link fails Out-of-band management of router systems Sending SMS from the router Receiving SMS and executing scripts 3G becomes faster and Internet access is more affordable
    MikroTik 2

    MUM 2010

    Main Link over 3G/GPRS

    Rural areas w/o Internet access Public transport In your car On your yacht While traveling
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    USB Dongle and RB411U

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    MikroTik

    3G mPCIe Module and RB411U


    OPTION GTM378 Sierra Wireless


    MC8780, 8781 MC8775

    See wiki.mikrotik.com supported 3G cards


    MikroTik 5

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    Configuring the PPP

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    MikroTik

    Configuring the PPP (2)

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    MikroTik

    Sending SMS from Router

    Command line example to send an SMS:

    /tool sms send usb2 "29111222" channel=0 message="Help!"

    In RouterOS V4, SMS can be sent while the port is used by other service (PPP or terminal)

    MUM 2010

    MikroTik

    Receiving SMS

    Turn on receiving the SMS


    specify port and channel set secret (required) set allowed-number (optional)

    Received SMSs are stored in /tool sms inbox SMS message format

    :cmd SECRET script NAME [[ VAR[=VAL] ] ... ]


    MikroTik 9

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    Troubleshooting GPRS

    Can you talk to the modem at all? Try using serial terminal to talk to the modem! Is the SIM card requiring the PIN? Disable PIN request, or, enter PIN! (RouterOS V3.24 and later)! Consult MikroTik WiKi and any 3G/GPRS AT Command Reference!
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    Thank you!

    MUM 2010

    MikroTik

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