Startup Guide
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Welcome! We’ve been expecting you.
Table of Contents
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welcome to Tunneler
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Tunneler at a glance
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what’s in the box
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what you need
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setting up your Tunneler
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Step 1 GETTING STARTED
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Step 2 ACCESSING THE USER INTERFACE
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Step 3 CONFIGURE WIFI
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Step 4 CONNECT TO THE INTERNET
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Step 5 CONFIGURE VPN
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tips & troubleshooting
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declaration of conformity
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meet Tunneler
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welcome to Tunneler
Congratulations! In your possession is the Tunneler by Anonabox - a portable
VPN-enabled router. VPNs are an effective tool for remaining anonymous when browsing online, accessing blocked content, and deterring big data collection and hackers. With Tunneler, you can access a VPN wherever you have an Internet connection, whether you’re at home, in the office or on the go. Set up and use is easy
what is a VPN?
A VPN, or Virtual Private Network, is an increasingly common privacy and censorship bypassing tool. Employed most often by corporations to protect sensitive data and to provide internal network access to employees working remotely.
VPNs are becoming more popular in the private sector.
VPNs work by routing your internet traffic through a user-specified server maintained by the VPN provider. This allows the end user to appear as if their traffic is originating from a remote location. This prevents snoopers from being able to discern the proper end user, thus protecting your privacy. Being able to specifically select a particular server also allows the user to gain access to content that may be systematically blocked locally or otherwise specific only to users within the region of the given server.
For more on VPNs, please visit our website: https://www.anonabox.com/what-is-vpn.html
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Tunneler at a glance
Status Indication LED
WAN Port
(Uplink)
Micro USB
(Power)
Device Reset Port
LAN Port
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what’s in the box
micro usb power cable Tunneler by anonabox
what you need
Standard Ethernet cable (recommended)
WAN + LAN Connections are available through Ethernet connections. With WiFi uplink, connections can be completely wireless, but we recommend carrying an Ethernet cord for easy and direct access to the User Interface and for added security.
An available USB port
to power anonabox.
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getting started
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setting up your Tunneler
Tunneler is easy to set up. and simple enough for even the novice user. Its designed to be plug–and–play. In just a few simple steps, your device will be running and you can browse the web using a VPN. Perform the following steps in order to ensure the device connects properly.
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STEP 1
GETTING STARTED
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Plug in your Tunneler into your computer, or other USB ports, using the provided
USB power cord. Other power cords may not be compatible. The Status
Indication LED will blink while power is supplied.
Micro USB
(included)
Status Indication LED
Troubleshooting
Returning Users: If your anonabox does not seem to stay on, try utilizing an
Ethernet LAN connection, or using the reset button (located next to LAN port).
Be sure to only use the supplied power cable.
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Connect to the Tunneler
OPTION 1: LAN Connection (Recommended. For WiFi Skip to Option 2)
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Connect the Tunneler to your device with an Ethernet cable via the LAN port.
LAN Port
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OPTION 2: Wireless WiFi Connection:
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Make sure your device’s WiFi is active and select anbx-tunneler from available WiFi networks.
Tue 6:08 PM
Primary User
Wi-Fi: Looking for Networks...
Turn Wi-Fi Off
Home Wi-Fi Network
Neighbor Joe’s Wi-Fi anbx-tunneler
* You will not have general Internet access at this point if connecting wirelessly and/or haven’t saved Internet settings.
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STEP 2
ACCESSING THE USER INTERFACE
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Open a web browser and go to
http://192.168.17.76
to find the Welcome
Screen. Navigate back to the Welcome Screen at any time by clicking on the
Anonabox logo in the upper left corner of the page.
OPTION 1: Returning Users (New Users Skip to Option 2):
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Use the ‘Advanced’ tab and you will login with your previously selected password. You’re now in the User Interface and can move on to
Step 3 (Pg11)
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OPTION 2: New Users /After a Reset:
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Use the ‘Setup’ tab and select ‘Login and Set Admin Password.’
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You’ll see a yellow box indicating that you do not have an admin password. Click login with a blank password field.
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Set Admin Password (Recommended)
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Use the ‘System’ tab and select ‘Administration’.
Admin password. Choose a new password using a combination of letters, numbers, and characters for best security. Make sure you remember this! If you ever forget it, you will need to reset the device to regain access.
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Click ‘Save & Apply’. A spinning wheel will briefly appear while your changes are applied to your device.
For future navigation from the welcome page, use the ‘Advanced’ tab for quick access to the User Interface for additional configuration steps.
Congrats! You’re now password protected and in the User Interface. Continue onwards to Step 3. (Pg 11)
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STEP 3
CONFIGURE WIFI (RECOMMENDED)
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From the User Interface, use the ‘Network’ drop down and select ‘WiFi’.
Set WiFi Network Name (Optional)
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Click the ‘Edit’ button to the right of the SSID anbx-Tunneler listed in the
‘Wireless Overview’ section.
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Move down the screen to the ‘Interface Configuration’ section.
Under the ‘General Setup’ tab you’ll see a box labelled ESSID. Re-name the network name that your anonabox will broadcast in this field. Recommended defaults are already selected.
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Click ‘Save & Apply.’
IMPORTANT: Users connected wirelessly will need to reconnect to the renamed Tunneler by selecting the named network from their device’s WiFi/Air
Port. You do not need to wait for the spinning status wheel to resolve.
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Refresh page after connecting to new WiFi name.
Set WiFi Password (Recommended)
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From the User Interface, use the ‘Network’ drop down and select ‘WiFi’.
Click the ‘Edit’ button to the right of your anonabox network.
Move down the screen to the ‘Interface Configuration’ section. Use the ‘Wireless
Security’ tab.
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Select the desired encryption type for your WiFi network connection. We recommend WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Mixed Node.
*Two additional fields will appear after selecting your encryption type. We recommend you leave Cipher to the ‘auto’ default unless you are an advanced user.
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Set your new WiFi password in the box labelled ‘Key’ using a combination of letters, numbers, and characters for best security. Make sure you remember
this!
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Click ‘Save & Apply.’
IMPORTANT: Users connected wirelessly will need to reconnect to their
Tunneler by selecting the named network from their device’s WiFi/Air Port.
You will be prompted for your new password. You do not need to wait for the spinning status wheel to resolve.
Now that you have configured your wireless network settings, it’s time to connect to the Internet. Continue onto Step 4. (Pg 14)
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STEP 4
CONNECT TO THE INTERNET
Returning Users, Your Tunneler will automatically implement any saved settings, including connecting to saved WiFi connections that are enabled and within range. Check the ‘Wireless Overview’ page for current connectivity or follow these steps to connect to a new wireless network.
IMPORTANT: Read ‘Maximize Portability’ in the ‘Tips &
Troubleshooting’ section following the setup guidelines. (Pg 22)
PRIVATE BROWSERS: We recommend using a private browser window for best results. Private browsing is a user-specified mode available within most commonly used web browsers. A quick Internet search should provide adequate instructions for accessing this mode if you are unfamiliar.
OPTION 1:
Ethernet WAN (For WiFi LAN Uplink, Skip on to Option 2) (Pg 15)
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Use an Ethernet cable to connect to an existing router or Internet connection using the WAN port on your Tunneler.
WAN Port
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Open a private web browser to confirm you have an Internet connection.
Congrats, you’re connected to the Internet! Proceed on to Step 5. (Pg 19)
OPTION 2:
Setup WiFi Uplink and Connect to WiFi Internet
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From the User Interface, use the ‘Network’ drop down and select ‘WiFi’.
From the ‘Wireless Overview’ Page, click the ‘Scan’ button to find wireless networks that are within range.
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Select the desired network you’d like to connect to by clicking the appropriate ‘Join Network’ button.
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Make sure the ‘Replace Wireless Configuration’ box is unchecked.
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Specify the ‘WPA pass phrase,’ AKA password, specific to the network you are joining.
*The data shown in the ‘Interface Configuration’ section is auto-populated. Do not change this information or you will not connect successfully to the wireless network you’re joining.
Click ‘Submit’ at the bottom of the page.
Review the ‘Network Info’ and Click ‘Save and Apply.’
Confirm Internet Connectivity
OPTION 1: LAN Connection (For WiFi Skip to Option 2) (Pg 18)
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You’ll automaticaly be taken back to the ‘Wireless Overview’ page when using an Ethernet LAN connection. You’ll see the wireless connection you’ve configured and should see a positive status. Open a private web browser and verify Internet connectivity.
If Internet connection is confirmed, proceed on to Step 5. (Pg 19)
Troubleshooting
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Use the ‘Network Dropdown’ and select ‘WiFi’.
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Under the Interface Configuration Section, click on the ‘Wireless Security’
tab.
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Confirm and/or re-enter the appropriate password for the Internet connection in the field labelled ‘Key’.
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Click ‘Save & Apply ‘and re-check connection.
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OPTION 2: WiFi Connection
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Reconnect to your Tunneler by selecting the named network from your
device’s WiFi/Air Port. You do not need to wait for the spinning status wheel to resolve.
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Open a private web browser and verify Internet connectivity.
Troubleshooting
If your device’s WiFi/Air Port no longer shows your Tunneler, or you are unable to reconnect to the Tunneler, there may have been an error when configuring the Internet connection. You will need to use an Ethernet cable to connect your device to the Tunneler via LAN or perform a hard reset to access the User Interface. See Option 1 for
LAN troubleshooting. A hard restart will reset the device to defaults, and all steps will need to be performed again.
IMPORTANT:Read ‘Maximize Portability’ in the ‘Tips & Troubleshooting’ section following the setup guidelines. (Pg 22)
Congrats! You’re connected to the Internet. But wait, don’t you want to connect to your VPN or run Tor? Continue to Step 5. (Pg 19)
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STEP 5
CONFIGURE VPN
IMPORTANT: You will need to be connected to the Internet BEFORE you can activate your VPN. We recommend checking that you are actively using the
VPN service after ANY reconfiguration to the device or change in Internet connectivity as an interruption in Internet service will disable the VPN and it will need to be reactivated. If you did not connect to the Internet, go back to
Step 4. (Pg 14)
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Activate your VPN service account by following the instructions on the included insert.
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Use the ‘Services’ tab in the User Interface and select your VPN provider.
Important: ‘OpenVPN’ configuration is intended for advanced users only.
Check with your VPN service provider for configuration support for
‘OpenVPN’ or ‘OpenWRT’ before attempting to configure.
Click the ‘Enable’ box.
Put in your account credentials (user name and password).
Select desired server location.
Click ‘Save & Apply’.
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Verify VPN Connection
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Check that ‘Yes’ appears next to ‘Started’ in the ‘VPN Status’ section when page refreshes.
‘Public IP’ should reflect the VPN location in about 30 seconds.
Confirm that you were successful. Go to http://whatismyip.com
or http://whatismyipaddress.com
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Troubleshooting your VPN connection
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Try your VPN account credentials again.
Check your wireless connection and see if you have a positive connection to your
Tunneler.
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Try a different server location. Some servers may be periodically offline.
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Disabling VPN
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Use the ‘Services’ tab in the User Interface and select the your VPN service provider.
Unselect the ‘Enable’ box.
Click ‘Save & Apply’.
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tips & troubleshooting
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FAQ/troubleshooting
Seeing the welcome page, but can’t access the User Interface? Your browser has likely cached this page and you’ve lost your connection to the Tunneler.
If the device does not show as an available network and has power, you will need to connect the Tunneler to your device via LAN or force reset. NOTE: if daisy-chained, or if the Tunneler was connected via LAN to another device, try unplugging this connection to see if the WiFi appears as an available network in the next 60-90 seconds.
More FAQs may be found online at
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Maximize Portability
If you plan on utilizing Tunneler’s portability, it’s important to know that Tunneler will remember previous WiFi configurations. This is useful if you frequent certain locations, but it can also hinder quick access if you leave an old configuration active. Follow these easy steps to make future access to your Tunneler easy and quick.
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Before powering down the Tunneler, use the ‘Network’ tab and select ‘WiFi’.
From the ‘ Wireless Overview’ screen, find the network you’re currently connected to and click ‘Disable’.
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Save your favorite Internet connections in the same manner. Remember to disable any other connection you may have before reconnecting to a saved
Internet connection.
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Reconnect by clicking ‘Enable’ when you are back within range of this network.
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NOTE: If you do not disable your network connection before powering down, the Tunneler will default to this last configuration. If you are unable to connect to this Internet connection when you try and use the Tunneler thereafter, the
Tunneler will not broadcast a WiFi network signal and you will be required to access the User Interface via a LAN Ethernet connection, or will be forced to reset the device to connect wirelessly. If you plug your Tunneler in and do not see an active indicator light at start-up, this may be a sign that your previous configuration could not be reactivated. We advise getting in the habit of disabling your Internet connections and carrying a small Ethernet cable.
Update Firmware
We are continually working to keep the Tunneler up to date of any potential security risks and are always looking to develop additional features and streamline your user experience. New users should follow these steps immediately. To stay abreast of our updates and ensure the best security and user experience, we recommend you periodically check our website for firmware updates.
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Go to anonabox.com/Updates.
Select your anonabox (Tunneler).
Read the information and default to instructions online for the latest updates.
Updates usually require you to download the firmware to a computer.
Connect to the Tunneler User Interface through the computer that you’ve downloaded the updated firmware.
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Use the ‘System’ tab and select ‘Backup/Flash Firmware.’
Unselect ‘Keep Settings’.
Use the ‘Choose File’ button and select the firmware file you downloaded. Click
‘Flash Image’.
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Please be patient and give the update 3-5 mins to complete.
Re-establish a WiFi LAN access point
There are many reasons you may find yourself in need of a new LAN access point. If you have lost the WiFi LAN connection and don’t have an Ethernet cable, we recommend resetting the Tunneler. Otherwise you can proceed as outlined:
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Connect via LAN connection with an Ethernet cable to your device. This allows direct access to the User Interface when issues may make connecting wirelessly difficult or impossible.
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Access the User Interface at http://192.168.17.76
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From the User Interface, use the ‘Network’ drop down and select ‘WiFi’.
Click the ‘Add’ button above any networks in the status section.
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Name your network in the ESSID field.
Make sure ‘Access Point’ is selected in the ‘Mode’ drop down.
Select the LAN box in the ‘Network’ field.
Click ‘Save & Apply’.
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Other Troubleshooting
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anonabox.com is a great resource for common issues. Check here regularly.
Carry an Ethernet cable for connection via LAN. This provides you direct access to the User Interface in case configuration issues disallow access wirelessly.
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Reset button. Seriously, this might be your best troubleshooting tool.
Unfortunately, restoring defaults and any configuration will need to be redone.
Depressing the button for 5-10 seconds should suffice.
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Email us at
[email protected]
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delcaration of conformity (FCC)
This Device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not use harmful interference, and, (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
delcaration of conformity (Europe)
Hereby, anonabox.com, declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive
1995/5/EC.
© 2015 anonabox, LLC. All rights reserved.
The anonabox logo and any or all images containing and or pertaining to the anonabox product are considered property of anonabox, LLC and may not be used without written expressed permission of anonabox, LLC. Usage of these assets without said permission may be considered a violation of copyright infringement, resulting in possible legal action.
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