Joikuspot Maemo User Guide

JoikuSpot Premium Linux Edition Technical Reference v.
6
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JoikuSpot Premium Linux Edition v.1.2

INSTALLATION AND USE
JoikuSpot allows you to share your Smartphones 3G data connection
over Wifi to any device.
This document describes how to install and use JoikuSpot Premium for
Maemo.
Joikusoft appreciates all the user feedback for identifying any arising
issues with different types of device combinations and use contexts.

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CONTENTS OF THIS DOCUMENT
1 . JoikuSpot Premium Maemo Edition Version details ............... 3
2 . Installation ........................................................................... 4
2.1 Installation Using N900 .............................................................. 4
2.2 Installation Using Laptop ............................................................ 6
3 . Usage ............................................................................... 11
3.1 Starting JoikuSpot .................................................................... 11
3.2 Connected Devices View ............................................................ 16
3.3 Closing JoikuSpot ..................................................................... 17
4 . Settings ............................................................................... 20
4.1 WLAN ..................................................................................... 21
4.1.1 Adjusting Connection Name .......................................................... 21
4.1.2 Setting Up Security With Encryption ............................................... 21
4.2 WAN ....................................................................................... 22
4.3 DHCP ...................................................................................... 23
4.4 NAT ........................................................................................ 24
4.5 Restore ................................................................................... 24
5 . Usage with laptops .............................................................. 25
5.1 Windows XP ............................................................................. 25
5.2 Windows Vista ......................................................................... 26
5.3 Windows 7............................................................................... 30
6 . Tips and tricks ..................................................................... 32
6.1 Ad hoc mode in some laptops .................................................... 32
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1 JoikuSpot Premium Maemo Edition Version details
1) This is the release of JoikuSpot software for Maemo5 OS. Currently
the only known supported device is Nokia N900.
2) Check that you have the latest Maemo updates installed. (App
Manager Update)
3) JoikuSpot requires that the connecting devices like laptops etc.
support WLAN ad hoc mode according to standard. Play consoles like
Sony PSP and Nintendo DS do not support Internet routing on WLAN
ad hoc mode and, due to this, do not work correctly.
4) Joikusoft suggests using flat rate mobile Internet data subscription.
Please ask your operator for details.

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2 Installation
At first, remove all previous versions, especially Betas.
Before you can install JoikuSpot, you should buy JoikuSpot Premium
Linux Edition license from Joikushop at www.joikushop.com. We
recommend making the purchase with your N900 for easier
installation process. You can also use your laptop.
When you have finished the purchase process in Joikushop, press the
green Download button on the screen. Then follow the instructions
either on paragraph 2.1 or 2.2.
2.1 Installation Using N900
1) Choose Open from the opening menu. Installation process begins.

Open the joikuspot.install file to start the installation process.

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Joikuspot is being installed.
2) After the installation process is finished, restart the phone to adjust
WLAN drivers.

Installation finished successfully. Restart the phone.

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2.2 Installation Using Laptop
1) Save the joikuspot.install file to your computer.

The installation file should be saved to the computer.
2) Connect your N900 to your computer via Bluetooth or with an USB
cable.
3) Locate the joikuspot.install file on your computer and transfer the file
to your phone.

The file is transferred from the computer to N900.
4) Disconnect the phone from the computer.
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5) Go to the File Manager in your phone and locate the joikuspot.install
file. Tap on it for the installation process to begin.

Installation process is about to start.

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6) You need to understand and agree what you are installing to proceed.
Tick the check box and tap Continue. JoikuSpot will be installed.

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Installation process.
7) Once the application is installed, restart the phone to adjust wlan
drivers.

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3 Usage
3.1 Starting J oikuSpot
1) After the installation the file can be found under Applications. Tap
JoikuSpot icon.

JoikuSpot is found under Applications. Tap the icon to open JoikuSpot.
2) The main screen has three options. Tap Share Internet to start
JoikuSpot.

Tap on Share Internet to start JoikuSpot.
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When you start JoikuSpot the application asks if you allow JoikuSpot
to change connections settings. Joiku recommends allowing by
clicking Allow. This isnt asked later if you tick the Remember this
selection check box. You can change this also in GENERAL settings.

Automatic connection settings are asked when you start JoikuSpot.
3) When you start JoikuSpot the application asks if you allow sharing
your mobile internet connection. Tap Yes to start JoikuSpot. Tick the
Do not prompt again check box if you dont want to be asked this
later. You can change this also in GENERAL settings.

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4) Select the Internet APN of your operator. Please not that WAP APN
sharing is not supported.
Note: If you already have Internet connection open that connection
will be used. You can change the APN under WAN settings.

Select the access point.

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JoikuSpot is being started.

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5) JoikuSpot is now running and you can connect Wifi (WLAN) devices
like laptops to it.
When there are no devices connected to JoikuSpot there is no traffic
and the speed meters show zero kb/s.

JoikuSpot is now running. You can now connect Wifi (WLAN) devices to JoikuSpot.
6) When connected devices use Internet through your JoikuSpot
connection the speed meters show the actual download and upload
speeds.

Connected devices data download and upload speeds are shown by the speed meters.
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3.2 Connected Devices View
When JoikuSpot is running and you have connected Wifi devices to it,
you can see their status in the Connected Devices view.
1) Tap the blue button on the bottom left hand corner to
enter Connected Devices view.
2) You see the devices connected to your JoikuSpot hotspot. You can see
also uploaded and downloaded data.

JoikuSpot Clients view shows connected devices.
3) To return back to speed meters view tap the blue arrow on the top
right hand corner.

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3.3 Closing J oikuSpot
If you want to quit JoikuSpot you should first close the connection.
Also, if you want to adjust some settings when JoikuSpot is running
you should close the active connection.
1) Tap the red switch off button on the bottom right hand
corner to close JoikuSpot.

JoikuSpot is being closed.
2) Joiku suggests subscribing to Joikus email list for product updates at
the main page of www.joikushop.com.

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3) After the connection is closed you will see the Connection Summary.
Tap Ok to proceed to the main view.

JoikuSpot Connection Summary.
4) If you want to quit JoikuSpot, tap the blue X sign on the top right
hand corner.

Quit JoikuSpot from the blue X sign.

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5) To quit the application, tap the Yes button. To return to JoikuSpot,
tap No.

JoikuSpot is quitted by tapping Yes.

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4 Settings
Tap on Settings on JoikuSpot Main screen. A new screen with
Settings will open

Settings main view.
Joiku recommends changing the name of JoikuSpot Network (SSID),
using encryption and defining the default access point. Other settings
are for advanced users and should be changed only if you know what
you are doing.
In the following sections you find tips how to adjust settings.

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4.1 WLAN
Under WLAN settings you can change WiFi network settings like the
name of JoikuSpot connection and security settings.
Accept the changes by tapping the Save button.
Joiku does not recommend changing other settings if you are not sure
what you are doing.

Change JoikuSpot WLAN settings.
4.1.1 Adjusting Connection Name
Connection name (SSID) always follows the format JoikuSpot_USER
DEFINABLE. You can adjust the latter part freely.
4.1.2 Setting Up Security With Encryption
1) Choose the Connection Security.
2) Choose either WEP 64 or WEP 128 from the opening menu. If you
dont want to use encryption choose OFF and your JoikuSpot will act
as an open hotspot.

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3) Type in the encryption key. Write down the key and type it exactly
same to your laptop.

Write the preferred encryption key.
Note: If you have previously used JoikuSpot without encryption, you
will need to refresh the Wireless network list in Windows. This will
allow you to see the JoikuSpot network with encryption on.
4.2 WAN
Under WAN settings you can set the default Access Point. Use the
default Internet access point from your operator.

Set the default access point.
If you set the Access Point to Ask always you are asked which
access point you want to use when starting JoikuSpot.

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4.3 DHCP
Under DHCP settings you can set the used IP address space and
additional DNS server.
Change these settings only if you are sure what you are doing.

You can modify IP addresses and additional DNS server.
1) First IP is set to 192.168.2.20 by default. JoikuSpot issues this
address to the first device you connect to JoikuSpot.
2) Last IP is set to192.168.2.30 by default. This is the last IP address
JoikuSpot will issue to a connecting device. By default there are ten
different IP addresses allowed for connecting devices but you can
change this according to your needs.
3) DHCP lease time is set to 25 min by default. You can set it to 10, 25,
45 or 60 minutes. This is the idle time before connection drops down
if it isnt used.
4) DNS server is set to 255.255.255.255 by default. If you want to use
e.g. your operators DNS server instead, tick the check box Use
alternative DNS server and adjust the DNS address.

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4.4 NAT
Under NAT settings you can modify the used port range.
Change these settings only if you are sure what you are doing.

You can modify the used ports.
4.5 Restore
Under Restore you can restore JoikuSpot to its default settings. Tap
Ok if you want to proceed and Cancel if you dont.

You can restore JoikuSpot to factory settings.
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5 Usage with laptops
5.1 Windows XP
1) Open your laptop and make sure your Wifi is turned on. Choose Wifi
networks (typically Windows Wifi icon is displayed in the lower hand
right corner bar).
2) Click Refresh network list. Your computer should now discover the
open JoikuSpot Wifi connection provided the JoikuSpot is active. Click
the JoikuSpot to connect to the web.
3) If JoikuSpot is not discovered by your computer, make sure JoikuSpot
is in connected mode.

Your computer will discover the JoikuSpot connection. Click on the JoikuSpot network to connect.
If you have set up the encryption, you will be prompted for the key.
Type it twice exactly. Windows will not ask it again.
Type in your network key (=Encryption key set in JoikuSpot settings)
when prompted.
Please note: If you have previously used JoikuSpot without
encryption, you will need to refresh the Wireless network list
in Windows. This will allow you to see the JoikuSpot network
with encryption on.
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Type twice the encryption key you have set under JoikuSpot settings.
4) Open your web browser and start surfing.
5.2 Windows Vista
1) Select Start Settings Network connections Wireless Network
Connection

Use the Wireless Network Connection application to make the connection.
2) Click refresh icon and select JoikuSpot.
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By refreshing the available wireless networks your computer will discover the JoikuSpot. Make sure the
JoikuSpot is connected.
3) Type in the WEP passphrase. (If you have not set encryption, you can
pass this one)

JoikuSpot is an ad hoc network and Windows Vista is likely to give you this type of a warning
message. Select Connect Anyway in case you want to establish the connection via JoikuSpot.
4) Check that Save this network is selected and close. This will help
you to connect automatically next time.
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You will get this message to indicate the successful connection via JoikuSpot. Click Save this network
in case you want to store it for future usage.
5) Next Windows Vista will ask your location. Choose Home.

Windows Vista may ask for your network location. We recommend selecting Home option.
6) Further on, click Close. The network is now saved. (You dont have
to repeat this step after the first time if you stored the network.)
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Your network is now saved and you can close the Wireless Network application.

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5.3 Windows 7
1) Click on Wireless networks on your laptop and select JoikuSpot WiFi
network. Click Connect and you will connect your laptop to Internet
via your JoikuSpot network.

Connect your laptop to Internet via JoikuSpot.
2) If you are using encryption, type in the security key when prompted.
Windows 7 will now remember the connection details for future.

Type the encryption key you have set under JoikuSpot WLAN settings.
3) Next Windows 7 will ask the location. Choose Home network.
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Windows 7 may ask for your network location. We recommend selecting Home network.
4) Further on, click Close. The network is now saved.

Your network is now saved and you can close the Wireless Network application.
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6 Tips and tricks
6.1 Ad hoc mode in some laptops
Some laptops (depends on the laptop vendor) may require that you
allow Computer-to-computer (ad-hoc) networks only for JoikuSpot.
This is NOT the normal case, but you may try it if the connection does
not work automatically.
Click on the Wireless network icon View Wireless networks
Change Advanced Settings Advanced. Choose Computerto-
computer (ad-hoc) networks only. See pictures below.

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For more information, contact info@joikusoft.com or visit our web
pages at www.joikusoft.com and www.joiku.com.

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