Huawei HG523a User manual

HUAWEI HG523a Home Gateway
User Guide
HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.

HUAWEI HG523a Home Gateway
V100R001
User Guide
Issue 01
Date 2011-11-11
Part Number 202456
Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. provides customers with comprehensive
technical support and service. Please feel free to contact our local office
or company headquarters.
Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
Address: Huawei Industrial Base
Bantian, Longgang
Shenzhen 518129
People's Republic of China
Website: http://www.huawei.com
Email: [e-mail]

Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. 2011. All
rights reserved.
No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means
without prior written consent of Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
The product described in this manual may include copyrighted software of Huawei
Technologies Co., Ltd and possible licensors. Customers shall not in any manner
reproduce, distribute, modify, decompile, disassemble, decrypt, extract, reverse
engineer, lease, assign, or sublicense the said software, unless such restrictions are
prohibited by applicable laws or such actions are approved by respective copyright
holders under licenses.
Trademarks and Permissions
, , and
are trademarks or registered trademarks of Huawei
Technologies Co., Ltd.
Other trademarks, product, service and company names mentioned are the property of
their respective owners.
Notice
Some features of the product and its accessories described herein rely on the software
installed, capacities and settings of local network, and may not be activated or may be
limited by local network operators or network service providers. Thus the descriptions
herein may not exactly match the product or its accessories you purchase.
Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd reserves the right to change or modify any information or
specifications contained in this manual without prior notice or obligation.
NO WARRANTY
THE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL ARE PROVIDED “AS IS’’. EXCEPT AS
REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAWS, NO WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE MADE IN RELATION TO THE ACCURACY, RELIABILITY OR
CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO CASE
SHALL HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LOST PROFITS,
BUSINESS, REVENUE, DATA, GOODWILL OR ANTICIPATED SAVINGS.
Import and Export Regulations
Customers shall comply with all applicable export or import laws and regulations and will
obtain all necessary governmental permits and licenses in order to export, re-export or
import the product mentioned in this manual including the software and technical data
therein.

i
Contents
1Warnings and Precautions ....................................................................... 1
2Connecting the Cables and Getting Started............................................ 4
2.1 Connecting One Telephone ..........................................................................4
2.2 Getting Started .............................................................................................5
3Setting the Network-Access Parameters ................................................. 5
3.1 Accessing the Network through the Embedded PPP Dial-Up Software on the
HG523a ...............................................................................................................5
3.2 Accessing the Network through the PPP Dial-Up Software on Your
Computer .............................................................................................................6
4Configuring the Wireless Network Connection...................................... 7
4.1 Setting Up a Wireless Connection Through the WPS Button ......................7
4.2 Setting Up a Wireless Connection Manually................................................8
5Configuring the HG523a ........................................................................ 10
5.1 Changing the Administrator Password Used for Logging In to the
Web-Based Configuration Utility ......................................................................10
5.2 Enabling or Disabling the Wireless Network Function ..............................10
5.3 Changing the Wireless Network Name and the Access Password .............11
5.4 Changing the IP Address Used for Logging In to the Web-Based
Configuration Utility .........................................................................................11
5.5 Restoring Default Settings..........................................................................12

ii
6FAQs......................................................................................................... 12
7Appendix.................................................................................................. 15
7.1 Indicators....................................................................................................15
7.2 Interfaces and Buttons................................................................................17
7.3 Default Settings..........................................................................................17
7.4 Technical Specifications.............................................................................17

1
1 Warnings and Precautions
Thank you for purchasing the HG523a Home Gateway (hereinafter referred to as the
HG523a).
To use the device properly and safely, read these warnings and precautions carefully
and strictly observe them during operation.
Unless specified, the device described in this section includes the device
and its accessories.
Basic Requirements
During storage, transportation, and operation of the device, keep it dry and prevent
it from colliding with other objects.
Do not dismantle the device. In case of any fault, contact an authorized service
center for assistance or repair.
Without authorization, no organization or individual can change the mechanical,
safety, or performance design of the device.
When using the device, observe all applicable laws and regulations and respect the
legal rights of other people.
Environmental Requirements for Using the Device
Before connecting and disconnecting cables, stop using the device, and then
disconnect it from the power supply. Ensure that your hands are dry during
operation.
Keep the device far from sources of heat and fire, such as a heater or a candle.
Keep the device far from electronic appliances that generate strong magnetic or
electric fields, such as a microwave oven or a refrigerator.
Place the device on a stable surface.
Place the device in a cool and well-ventilated indoor area. Do not expose the device
to direct sunlight. Use the device in an area with a temperature ranging from 0°C to
40°C.
Do not block the openings on the device with any object. Reserve a minimum space
of 10 cm around the device for heat dissipation.
Do not place any object (such as a candle or a water container) on the device. If any
foreign object or liquid enters the device, stop using the device immediately, power

2
it off, remove all the cables connected to it, and then contact an authorized service
center.
During thunderstorms, power off the device, and then remove all the cables
connected to it to prevent it from getting damaged due to lightning strikes.
Precautions for Using Wireless Devices
The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation
distance of at least 20 cm from all persons.
Do not use the device where using wireless devices is prohibited or may cause
interference or danger.
The radio waves generated by the device may interfere with the operation of
electronic medical devices. If you are using any electrical medical device, contact
its manufacturer for the restrictions on the use of the device.
Do not take the device into operating rooms, intensive care units (ICUs), or
coronary care units (CCUs).
Areas with Inflammables and Explosives
Do not use the device where inflammables or explosives are stored, for example, in
a gas station, oil depot, or chemical plant. Otherwise, explosions or fires may occur.
In addition, follow the instructions indicated in text or symbols.
Do not store or transport the device in the same box as inflammable liquids, gases,
or explosives.
Accessory Requirements
Use only the accessories supplied or authorized by the device manufacturer.
Otherwise, the performance of the device may get affected, the warranty for the
device or the laws and regulations related to telecommunications terminals may
become null and void, or an injury may occur.
Do not use the power adapter if its cable is damaged. Otherwise, electric shocks or
fires may occur.
Ensure that the power adapter meets the specifications indicated on the device
nameplate.
Ensure that the power adapter meets the requirements of Clause 2.5 in
IEC60950-1/EN60950-1 and it is tested and approved according to national or local
standards.
The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.

3
Safety of Children
Keep the device and its accessories out of the reach of children. Otherwise, they may
damage the device and its accessories by mistake, or they may swallow the small
components of the device, causing suffocation or other dangerous situations.
Maintenance
If the device is not used for a long time, power it off, and then remove all the cables
connected to it.
If any exception occurs, for example, if the device emits any smoke or unusual
sound or smell, stop using the device immediately, power it off, remove all the
cables connected to it, and then contact an authorized service center.
Do not trample, pull, or overbend any cable. Otherwise, the cable may get damaged,
causing malfunction of the device.
Before cleaning the device, stop using it, power it off, and then remove all the
cables connected to it.
Use a clean, soft, and dry cloth to clean the device shell. Do not use any cleaning
agent or spray to clean the device shell.

4
2 Connecting the Cables and Getting
Started
2.1 Connecting One Telephone
If your telephone line is used for both the broadband network access and a telephone
connection, take the following figure as a reference for connecting the cables.
1
2
3
4
b
c
5
a
1. Power adapter 2. Computer
3. Telephone 4. Splitter
5. Telephone jack on the wall a. Modem interface
b. Phone interface c. Line interface

5
If the wireless network function is used on the HG523a for the network
access, you do not need to connect the network cable.
2.2 Getting Started
To power on the HG523a, press the ON/OFF button on the side of the HG523a.
After you power on the HG523a, the ADSL indicator blinks (for less than three
minutes), which indicates that the HG523a is being activated. Later, the ADSL
indicator turns solid on. The Power indicator is also solid on, which indicates that the
HG523a is working properly.
3 Setting the Network-Access Parameters
By configuring the HG523a and your computer, you can choose any of the following
methods to surf the Internet:
Accessing the Network through the Embedded PPP Dial-Up Software on the
HG523a
Accessing the Network through the PPP Dial-Up Software on Your Computer
3.1 Accessing the Network through the
Embedded PPP Dial-Up Software on the HG523a
If you select this method for accessing the network, the HG523a starts to set up a
dial-up connection automatically after the startup. You can access the network after you
power on your computer. You do not need to install any special dial-up software on
your computer or perform dial-up operations on your computer. To configure the
HG523a and your computer for the network access, do as follows:
Step 1 Log in to the Web-based configuration utility of the HG523a.
1. Launch the Internet Explorer on your computer. Enter http://192.168.1.1
in the address bar, and then press Enter.
2. In the displayed dialog box, enter the user name and the password, and
then click Login.
By default, both the user name and the password are admin. After the user name and
the password are verified, you can access the Web-based configuration utility.
Step 2 Enable the embedded dial-up function.
1. In the navigation tree on the left of the Web-based configuration utility,
choose Advanced > Basic > WAN.
2. Click New.