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[[4006 NEO CAT1|切换语言为中文]]

== '''Keywords''' ==
FriendlyElec NanoPi, NEO, NEO Air, NEO Core, Allwinner H3, Cortex-A7, NEO CAT1, 4G LTE, Ubuntu, Debian, IoT

== '''I. Introduction''' ==
NEO CAT1 is a 4G LTE product which we designed based on the FriendlyElec NanoPi series featuring the H3 CPU motherboard (including models such as NEO, NEO CORE, and NEO AIR). The 4G module is a USB device that utilizes the USB IO pins on the NEO development board for communication and power supply, thereby providing 4G network connectivity to the NEO series boards.

4G Cat1 is a high-cost-performance module aimed at low-speed IoT applications with speeds around 10Mbps. The rates of 10Mbps downlink and 5Mbps uplink can meet the majority of connectivity and transmission requirements.

NEO CAT1, in conjunction with NEO series, enables the creation of a low-cost IoT device. The 4G module is driver-free, on FriendlyElec's official Ubuntu and Debian systems, the device is automatically recognized, requiring no additional driver installation.

== '''II. Hardware Spec''' ==
1. One USB 2.0 port, used for powering and communication with the 4G module. The module comes in two packaging options: one is a female header connector, designed for connecting to the NEO development board. The other is a 1.25mm-4P interface, intended for connecting to other development boards that are not NEO Core, NEO, or NEO Air. You may choose to use one of the two packaging interfaces.

2. One 4G CAT1 LTE.

3. One IPEX Gen 1 antenna port.

4. Dual SIM Paths: One path is a Nano SIM card slot, the other path is an eSIM chip with a 5x6mm package (which needs to be procured and soldered by the user). The two SIM paths are used alternatively, with the Nano SIM being the default option.

5. Three LEDs: STS, MODE, and NET.

6. Two M2.5 mounting holes.

7. Size: The maximum size is 40x30mm.

8. PCB board: Two-layer board, with gold plating process, lead-free production; the material is UL and RoHS certified, with a fire rating of 94V-0.

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{| class="wikitable"
|+
!model
!CAT1
!CAT1-EU
|-
| rowspan="2" |Band
|FDD：B1/B3/B5/B8
|FDD：B1/B3/B5/B7/B8/B20/28（A/B）
|-
|TDD：B34/B38/B39/B40/B41
|TDD：B38/B40/B41
|-
|DATA
| colspan="2" |FDD： Max 10Mbps（DL）/Max 5Mbps（UL）
TDD：Max 8Mbps（DL）/Max 2Mbps（UL）

Max 6Mbps（DL）/Max 4Mbps（UL）
|}

== '''III. Operations for NEO with CAT1''' ==

<!--=== 3.1 基于FriendlyWrt系统 ===
测试基于友善官方烧写包版本：h3-sd-friendlywrt-4.14-armhf-20210512.img.gz

用网线将NanoPi NEO连接到上级路由器，插系统卡和手机SIM卡，接好天线，上电，启动系统。

==== 3.1.1 配置系统 ====
待系统启动完毕，在同一局域网内的PC上，使用浏览器打开下面的网址：

http://friendlywrt/

即为FriendlyWrt系统的管理页面，按正常方式登录即可（用户名<code>root</code>，密码<code>password</code>）。

第一次登录时有提示修改密码，请在'''登录后'''转至修改密码页面，重新修改密码（可以与原来的一样）：

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_09.jpg

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_10.jpg

点击 ”网络 - 接口“，在界面上点击wan和wan6后面的“删除”：

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_11.jpg

然后点击“添加新接口”，按下图设置，添加一个LAN接口：

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_12.jpg

“常规设置”中，按下图填写自定义的IPv4地址信息（本例中填写的是192.168.2.1，不能与局域网内其它地址冲突，IPv4网关和广播'''都留空'''）：

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_13.jpg

“防火墙设置”中，将防火墙区域指定为lan：

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_14.jpg

“DHCP服务器”中，点击“配置DHCP服务器”：

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_15.jpg

无需修改默认的DHCP服务器配置，直接按“保存”：

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_16.jpg

保存后回到上一页面，按“保存并应用”：

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_17.jpg

这样，就把原生网口从WAN口调整为LAN口了。

将原生网口与PC的网口直连，重启系统，PC网口就会获得192.168.2.x这样的地址，启动完毕后，在PC上使用浏览器访问192.168.2.1，即可登录FriendlyWrt系统的管理页面。

==== 3.1.2 配置和测试4G模组 ====
接上节，将原生网口修改为LAN口后，用一根网线连接原生网口和PC网口，等PC获取IP地址后，在浏览器中打开原生网口的地址（按上节配置就是192.168.2.1），登录FriendlyWrt系统的管理页面。

点击“服务 - ttyd”，进入终端窗口，无需输入用户名和密码，进入即是root登录状态：

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执行ifconfig -a，查看网络状态，其中eth0为原生网口，erspan0为4G CAT1：

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因为4G CAT1尚未配置为WAN口，所以目前还没有获取IP。

点击“网络 - 接口”：

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点击“添加新接口”，按下图进行配置（名称可以自定义），配置完毕后点击“创建新接口”：

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点击“防火墙设置”，将“创建/分配防火墙区域”设置为wan，然后点击“保存”：

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点击“保存并应用”：

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==== 3.1.2 Adblock和带宽监控 ====
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=== 3.1 Based on Debian system ===
Flash the Debian system (command-line version, without a GUI) to the TF card.

The version of the official FriendlyElec system we tested: h3-sd-debian-bookworm-core-4.14-armhf-20240818.img.gz

NEO has an Ethernet port, so there are two methods for operation: one is to connect to a computer via a USB-to-TTL serial module, and the other is to connect to a router using the Ethernet port and access it through SSH.

==== 3.1.1 Operate through TTL serial connection to PC ====
Insert the SIM card and the TF card with the system. The Debug interface of NEO, located next to the USB-A port, is a TTL serial port. The pinout from top to bottom is as follows: GND, 5V, TXD, RXD. Connect the USB-to-TTL serial module to it (connect TXD to RXD, RXD to TXD, and GND to GND; the 5V pin is not used), and connect the USB port of the USB-to-TTL serial module to the PC, as shown in the figure below:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_64.jpg

Then download and install the terminal software MobaXterm on your PC. The download link for MobaXterm is:

https://mobaxterm.mobatek.net/download-home-edition.html

Open MobaXterm and configure the TTL serial port as shown in the figure below:

'''''Note: Use a baud rate of 115200.'''''

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4003_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO3/4003_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO3_74.jpg

Then open this serial port and log in to the Debian system (username: <code>root</code>, password: <code>fa</code>):

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_29.jpg

Excecute <code>ifconfig -a</code> to view the following network parameters:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_37.jpg

eth0 is the NEO's own Ethernet port, which does not have an IP address since it is not connected to a network cable. eth1 is the 4G CAT1 module, which has correctly obtained an IP address. We performed a ping test, and the results are as follows:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_38.jpg

Pinging the IP address succeeds, but pinging a domain name results in an error, indicating that the system needs to have its DNS addresses configured. The setup method is as follows:

Edit the resolv.conf file:

<code>sudo nano /etc/resolv.conf</code>

Change the address in the red box in the image below to a general DNS server address (such as 114.114.114.114, or any other general DNS address):

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_26.jpg

If the DNS addresses are not set in the file, please enter:

<code>nameserver 114.114.114.114</code>

Save and exit.

At this point, pinging the domain name and pinging the IP address both succeed:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_39.jpg

However, after making these changes, if the system restarts, the DNS entries in the resolv.conf file will be reset to their default addresses. Therefore, if you need the 4G internet connection to start automatically upon boot, you will also need to modify the permissions of the resolv.conf file. Since /etc/resolv.conf is actually a symbolic link, you need to regenerate the resolv.conf file in order to modify its permissions. The method to do so is as follows:

<code>sudo mv /etc/resolv.conf /etc/resolv.conf.link</code>

<code>sudo nano /etc/resolv.conf</code>

This recreates the resolv.conf file. In this newly created file, enter the following:

<code>nameserver 114.114.114.114</code>

Save and exit, then execute:

<code>sudo chattr +i /etc/resolv.conf</code>

After completing the above steps, restart the system, and the contents of the resolv.conf file will remain unchanged.

==== 3.1.2 Operate through SSH over Ethernet ====
Connect NEO's Ethernet port to the upstream router using an Ethernet cable, then connect the PC to the same upstream router. Insert the SIM card and the TF card with the system. After the system starts, check NEO's IP address through the router's backend. In this document, the address obtained by the system is: 192.168.8.110.

Then use MobaXterm to connect to the system via SSH (username: <code>root</code>, password: <code>fa</code>):

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_35.jpg

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_02.jpg

Excecute <code>ifconfig -a</code> to view the following network parameters:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_03.jpg

eth0 is the NEO's own Ethernet port, and eth1 is the 4G CAT1 module; both have correctly obtained IP addresses.

In the previous section, we have already set up a general DNS address. Now, we will perform ping tests separately through eth0 and eth1:

<code>ping www.mcuzone.com -I eth0</code>

<code>ping www.mcuzone.com -I eth1</code>

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_05.jpg

Confirms successful internet access via both wired and 4G networks.

=== 3.2 Based on Ubuntu system ===
Flash the Ubuntu system (command-line version, without a GUI) to the TF card.

The version of the official FriendlyElec system we tested: h3-sd-ubuntu-noble-core-20240823.img.gz

NEO has an Ethernet port, so there are two methods for operation: one is to connect to a computer via a USB-to-TTL serial module, and the other is to connect to a router using the Ethernet port and access it through SSH.

==== 3.2.1 Operate through TTL serial connection to PC ====
The operations for connecting to the computer via a TTL serial port are the same under Debian, please refer to [[4006 NEO CAT1 (EN)#3.1.1 Operate through TTL serial connection to PC|Section 3.1.1]].

Open this serial port and log in to the Ubuntu system (username: <code>root</code>, password: <code>fa</code>):

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_30.jpg

Excecute <code>ifconfig -a</code> to view the following network parameters:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_40.jpg

eth0 is the NEO's own Ethernet port, which does not have an IP address since it is not connected to a network cable. eth1 is the 4G CAT1 module, which has correctly obtained an IP address. We performed a ping test, and the results are as follows:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_41.jpg

Pinging the IP address succeeds, but pinging a domain name results in an error, indicating that the system needs to have its DNS addresses configured. The setup method is as follows:

Edit the resolv.conf file:

<code>sudo vi /etc/resolv.conf</code>

Change the address in the red box in the image below to a general DNS server address (such as 114.114.114.114, or any other general DNS address):

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_42.jpg

If the DNS addresses are not set in the file, please enter:

<code>nameserver 114.114.114.114</code>

Save and exit.

At this point, pinging the domain name and pinging the IP address both succeed:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_43.jpg

However, after making these changes, if the system restarts, the DNS entries in the resolv.conf file will be reset to their default addresses. Therefore, if you need the 4G internet connection to start automatically upon boot, you will also need to modify the permissions of the resolv.conf file. Since /etc/resolv.conf is actually a symbolic link, you need to regenerate the resolv.conf file in order to modify its permissions. The method to do so is as follows:

<code>sudo mv /etc/resolv.conf /etc/resolv.conf.link</code>

<code>sudo vi /etc/resolv.conf</code>

This recreates the resolv.conf file. In this newly created file, enter the following:

<code>nameserver 114.114.114.114</code>

Save and exit, then execute:

<code>sudo chattr +i /etc/resolv.conf</code>

After completing the above steps, restart the system, and the contents of the resolv.conf file will remain unchanged.

==== 3.2.2 Operate through SSH over Ethernet ====
Connect NEO's Ethernet port to the upstream router using an Ethernet cable, then connect the PC to the same upstream router. Insert the SIM card and the TF card with the system. After the system starts, check NEO's IP address through the router's backend. In this document, the address obtained by the system is: 192.168.8.77.

Then use MobaXterm to connect to the system via SSH (username: <code>root</code>, password: <code>fa</code>):

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_34.jpg

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_36.jpg

Excecute <code>ifconfig -a</code> to view the following network parameters:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_31.jpg

eth0 is the NEO's own Ethernet port, and eth1 is the 4G CAT1 module; both have correctly obtained IP addresses.

In the previous section, we have already set up a general DNS address. Now, we will perform ping tests separately through eth0 and eth1:

<code>ping www.mcuzone.com -I eth0</code>

<code>ping www.mcuzone.com -I eth1</code>

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_33.jpg

Confirms successful internet access via both wired and 4G networks.

== '''IV. Operations for NEO Core with CAT1''' ==
http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_61.jpg

=== 4.1 Based on Debian system ===
The system for NEO Core is flashed into the eMMC storage.

The version of the official FriendlyElec system we tested: h3-eflasher-debian-bookworm-core-4.14-armhf-20240818.img.gz

Connection Method: Connect the NEO Core to the computer using a USB-to-TTL serial module, as shown in the figure below:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_62.jpg

Open MobaXterm and configure the TTL serial port as shown in the figure below:

'''''Note: Use a baud rate of 115200.'''''

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4003_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO3/4003_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO3_74.jpg

Then open this serial port and log in to the Debian system (username: <code>root</code>, password: <code>fa</code>).

Excecute <code>ifconfig -a</code> to view the following network parameters:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_56.jpg

Note: eth1 (the 4G CAT1 module) has correctly obtained an IP address. '''''If it has not obtained an IP address, please execute <code>dhclient eth1</code>.'''''

Both pinging the IP address and pinging the domain name succeed, indicating that the 4G module is functioning properly:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_57.jpg

=== 4.2 Based on Ubuntu system ===
NEO Core comes with Ubuntu system pre-installed on the eMMC by default.

Configure the TTL serial port in the same manner as with the Debian system, then open this serial port. By default, the system logs in with the user account pi.

Execute <code>sudo su</code>to switch to the root account (password: <code>pi</code>).

Excecute <code>ifconfig -a</code> to view the following network parameters:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_53.jpg

Note: eth1 (the 4G CAT1 module) has correctly obtained an IP address. '''''If it has not obtained an IP address, please execute <code>dhclient eth1</code>.'''''

Both pinging the IP address and pinging the domain name succeed, indicating that the 4G module is functioning properly:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_54.jpg

== '''V. Operations for NEO Air with CAT1''' ==
http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_65.jpg

=== 5.1 Based on Debian system ===
The system for NEO Air is flashed into the eMMC storage.

The version of the official FriendlyElec system we tested: h3-eflasher-debian-bookworm-core-4.14-armhf-20240818.img.gz

Connection Method: Connect the NEO Air to the computer using a USB-to-TTL serial module, as shown in the figure below:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_66.jpg

Open MobaXterm and configure the TTL serial port as shown in the figure below:

'''''Note: Use a baud rate of 115200.'''''

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4003_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO3/4003_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO3_74.jpg

Then open this serial port and log in to the Debian system (username: <code>root</code>, password: <code>fa</code>).

Excecute <code>ifconfig -a</code> to view the following network parameters:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_49.jpg

Note: eth0 (the 4G CAT1 module) has correctly obtained an IP address. '''''If it has not obtained an IP address, please execute <code>dhclient eth0</code>.'''''

Pinging the IP address succeeds, but pinging a domain name results in an error, indicating that the system needs to have its DNS addresses configured:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_50.jpg

The setup method is as follows:

Edit the resolv.conf file:

<code>sudo nano /etc/resolv.conf</code>

Add the address in the red box in the image below to a general DNS server address (such as 114.114.114.114, or any other general DNS address):

<code>nameserver 114.114.114.114</code>

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_51.jpg

Save and exit.

At this point, pinging the domain name and pinging the IP address both succeed:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_52.jpg

However, after making these changes, if the system restarts, the DNS entries in the resolv.conf file will be reset to their default addresses. Therefore, if you need the 4G internet connection to start automatically upon boot, you will also need to modify the permissions of the resolv.conf file. Since /etc/resolv.conf is actually a symbolic link, you need to regenerate the resolv.conf file in order to modify its permissions. The method to do so is as follows:

<code>sudo mv /etc/resolv.conf /etc/resolv.conf.link</code>

<code>sudo nano /etc/resolv.conf</code>

This recreates the resolv.conf file. In this newly created file, enter the following:

<code>nameserver 114.114.114.114</code>

Save and exit, then execute:

<code>sudo chattr +i /etc/resolv.conf</code>

After completing the above steps, restart the system, and the contents of the resolv.conf file will remain unchanged.

=== 5.2 Based on Ubuntu system ===
Configure the TTL serial port in the same manner as with the Debian system, then open this serial port. By default, the system logs in with the user account pi.

Execute <code>sudo su</code>to switch to the root account (password: <code>pi</code>).

Excecute <code>ifconfig -a</code> to view the following network parameters:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_55.jpg

可见enx2089846a96ab（4G CAT1模块）已经正确获得了ip地址

Note: enx2089846a96ab (the 4G CAT1 module) has correctly obtained an IP address. (Note: The numbers following 'enx' represent the MAC address of the 4G module, which is unique for each module. Please refer to the actual device.) '''''If it has not obtained an IP address, please execute <code>dhclient enx2089846a96ab</code>。'''''

Both pinging the IP address and pinging the domain name succeed, indicating that the 4G module is functioning properly:

http://www.mcuzone.com/wiki/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1/4006_FriendlyElec_NanoPi_NEO_CAT1_48.jpg

== '''VI. 4G Module Operations''' ==

=== 6.1 Modification of Network Priority ===
In the case of both 4G and wired networks being available, the NEO's Debian and Ubuntu systems are configured to prioritize the 4G network for internet access by default.

In the case of both 4G and wireless networks being available, the NEO Air's Debian and Ubuntu systems are configured to prioritize the 4G network for internet access by default too.

If you want to prioritize the wired or wireless network for internet access, you can execute the following command:

<code>sudo ip route del default && sudo route add -net default netmask 0.0.0.0 gw 192.168.8.1</code>

Explanation of these two commands (separated by '&&'):

<code>sudo ip route del default</code>: Remove the default route from the routing table.

<code>sudo route add -net default netmask 0.0.0.0 gw 192.168.8.1</code>: Add the gateway of the wired or wireless network as a new default route (ensure to use the actual gateway address).

After completing the execution, execute the <code>route</code> command to view the routing table. The current default route is the gateway of the wired or wireless network:

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This way, the network will default to using the wired or wireless connection. If you need to switch back to defaulting to the 4G network, please execute the following command:

<code>sudo ip route del default && sudo route add -net default netmask 0.0.0.0 gw 192.168.10.1</code>

Or, you can restart the system.

Note that 192.168.10.1 is the default gateway for the 4G module; please refer to the actual configuration.

'''''Note: After a reboot, the routing table resets. To ensure the network continues to use the wired or wireless connection as the default route post-restart, you'll need to execute  <code>sudo ip route del default && sudo route add -net default netmask 0.0.0.0 gw 192.168.8.1</code> again.'''''

=== 6.2 AT command operation ===
Applicable to NEO/NEO Core/NEO Air.

If the <code>lsusb</code> command is not available, please install the <code>usbutils</code> package first:

<code>sudo apt install usbutils</code>

Use the <code>lsusb</code> command to list all connected USB devices, the entry marked in the red box indicates the 4G module:

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Then install the serial port software <code>minicom</code>:

<code>apt install minicom</code>

Execute:

<code>ls /dev</code>

You should now see three devices, <code>ttyACM0</code> to <code>ttyACM2</code>, under <code>/dev</code>:

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Open the AT command serial port using minicom:

<code>minicom -D /dev/ttyACM0</code>

If you need to view echo responses, type the command: <code>ATE1</code>, then press Enter. You can continue to type other commands, and after pressing Enter, you will see the results.

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Common AT commands:

1) Check if the SIM card is detected:

<code>at+cpin?</code>

Return ready to indicate the card has been recognized, if return error, you need to check the hardware.

2) Check antenna signal quality:

<code>at+csq</code>

eturn values between 26 and 31 indicate a good signal, with 31 representing a full signal strength; return values between 20 and 25 indicate a barely acceptable signal; return values below 20 indicate a poor signal or that the antenna might not be connected.

3) Check network registration status:

<code>at+cops?</code>

Normally, it should return the network supporter's code: 7, where 7 represents 4G.

Note: The above command <code>at+csq</code> should not include a question mark, while the other two commands require a question mark.

4) View the SIM card's IMEI code:

<code>at+cgsn</code>

5) Reset 4G module (Sometimes, if you reinsert the SIM card, hot swapping may not work; in such cases, you can use this reset command to reset the module.):

<code>at+reset</code>

6) Disable radio frequency:

<code>at+cfun=0</code>

Enable radio frequency:

<code>at+cfun=1</code>

The two commands mentioned above can be used in pairs to allow the module to re-register with the network without restarting the 4G module.

=== 6.3 Modify the IP address of the 4G module ===
Applicable to NEO/NEO Core/NEO Air.

Execute the AT command:

<code>AT+ROUTEIP=<newip></code>

Note: Only addresses in the format of 192.168.x.2 are supported. After completing the settings, you need to power off and restart the system.

Check the current IP: <code>AT+ROUTEIP?</code>

Verify whether the IP address is active: <code>AT+ROUTEIP=?</code>

== '''VII. Summary''' ==
We only introduce the usage and operations based on CAT1, without covering the operations and software system specific to the NanoPi development board itself. For information about the NanoPi NEO/NEO Core/NEO Air development boards, please visit the FriendlyElec official website:

https://wiki.friendlyelec.com/wiki/index.php/NanoPi_NEO/zh

https://wiki.friendlyelec.com/wiki/index.php/NanoPi_NEO_Core/zh

https://wiki.friendlyelec.com/wiki/index.php/NanoPi_NEO_Air/zh

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