Huawei OptiXstar W616E-D User manual

Huawei OptiXstar W616E-D
Quick Start
Issue 01
Date 2022-04-15
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Contents
1 Product Overview.................................................................................................................... 1
2 Wired Network Expansion.....................................................................................................4
3 Parameter.................................................................................................................................. 5
4 FAQs............................................................................................................................................ 6
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1 Product Overview
The Huawei OptiXstar W616E-D is an AX3000Mbps Wi-Fi 6 Slave FTTR for FTTR
all-optical Wi-Fi solution. Through optical and Ethernet upstream technology, it
achieves Ultra-wideband access and provides dual-band Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 and
Gigabit internet access for users.
NO TE
This device can only be used with the Master FTTR for FTTR all-optical Wi-Fi solution. Do
not use it independently.
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Description of Indicator
Indica
tor
Status Description
White steady on The device is started and connected to the PON/LAN
upstream network.
Blinking The device is started and connected to the Wi-Fi
upstream network.
Red steady on Internet access is unavailable.
The device is being powered on.
The device is not connected to the upstream gateway.
Red: Blinking
slowly
(once per
second)
The device has detected a pairable device.
Red: Blinking
quickly(twice
per second)
● WPS pairing is being performed on the device as an
access point.
● The device is being cascaded.
The device is performing WPS pairing.
NO TICE
In the FTTR solution, it is recommended that optical bers be used for upstream
transmission. The Wi-Fi upstream network only serves as the backup link after the
optical ber is disconnected.
Ports and Buttons
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Interface or
button
Description
WPS Enables the WPS pairing function.
LAN1-LAN2 The port is auto-negotiated to a LAN port when connected to a
computer or STB, and to a WAN port when connected to the
LAN port of a Master FTTR.
Optical port Connects to the Master FTTR to implement ber-to-room
transmission.
Power Connects to the power adapter.
Reset When the device is starting, use a needle-shaped object to
press and hold this button for more than 2 seconds until
indicator turn o. After the device restarts and the indicator
turns on, the factory settings are restored.
NOTE
Exercise caution when pressing the button. If you cannot access the
Internet after the device is restored to factory settings, contact your
service provider for help.
NO TE
● The device can only be used indoors. It can be mounted be placed horizontally on a
desktop. Do not install it in other modes, such as on the ceiling.
● Keep a clearance of more than 10 cm around the device to ensure proper ventilation.
● Keep the device away from electric appliances that generate strong magnetic or electric
elds, such as microwave ovens.
● The gures shown in this document may dier from the actual products, but the
dierences do not aect the functions of the products.
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2 Wired Network Expansion
In the FTTR all-optical Wi-Fi solution, the W616E-D can work with the Master
FTTR to provide ultra-high-speed gigabit Wi-Fi coverage for the entire house.
In the FTTR solution, only optical bers need to be used to connect the optical
port of the device. The device is plug-and-play and does not require any
conguration.
NO TE
When Ethernet upstream and PON upstream are unavailable, the W616E-D can switch to
Wi-Fi upstream to connect to the Master FTTR.
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3 Parameter
Item Specications
Model W616E-D
Conguration 2GE+2.4GHz & 5GHz Wi-Fi 6+1 Optical port
Extended
interface
None
Wi-Fi modes 2.4GHz & 5GHz Wi-Fi 6
Operating
temperature
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Operating
humidity
5% to 95%, non-condensing
Power
consumption
< 12 W
Power supplyx 12 V DC, 1 A
Power adapter
input
170 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Dimensions Diameter: φ109 to φ117mm
Height: 145mm
Weight
(excluding
adapter)
< 700 g
Shell color White
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4 FAQs
What can I do if a problem occurs when I set the Internet access mode in a
wired network expansion scenario?
You can check the indicator status of the Huawei OptiXstar device. If the indicator
is steady red, Internet access is unavailable.
1. Cannot nd the Wi-Fi of the device: Ensure that the device is powered on.
Wait for a moment. After the device is started, scan for the Wi-Fi again.
2. Cannot access the conguration page: Ensure that the mobile phone is
connected to the Wi-Fi network of the device and enter the IP address in the
address box of a browser. (For details about the IP address, see the product
nameplate.)
3. Cannot access the Internet after the settings: Ensure that the home gateway
connected to the device can access the Internet. If a network cable is
connected, ensure that network cable is connected securely.
How to restore the factory settings of the device?
Press and hold the Reset button of the device for more than 2 seconds using a
needle, and release the button after the indicator turns o. After the device
restarts and the red indicator turns on, the factory settings are restored.
NO TE
After the W616E-D is restored to factory settings, connect it to the Master FTTR. The device
automatically synchronizes the conguration of the Master FTTR. The W616E-D does not
need to be congured.
Does the device support 5GHz Wi-Fi? How to connect to the 5GHz Wi-Fi?
Yes. The device supports 5GHz Wi-Fi. By default, the 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi names
are the same. The device automatically connects to an optimal frequency band. To
x the connection to the 5GHz frequency band, disable the Dual-Band Steering as
follows:
● To x the connection to the 5GHz frequency band for the FTTR solution,
congure it on the Master FTTR. The W616E-D will be automatically
synchronized.
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● To x the connection to the 5GHz frequency band for one room, congure it
on the the W616E-D. For the conguration method, please refer to the
following steps:
a. Connect a mobile phone to the Wi-Fi network of the device.
b. Enter the IP address in the address box of a browser and press Enter. (For
details about the IP address, see the product nameplate.)
c. On the displayed login page, enter the login password as prompted.
d. Choose My Wi-Fi and turn o Dual-band Combination. Then, two Wi-Fi
names are displayed. Connect to the Wi-Fi with the sux _5G.
How to change the Wi-Fi name and password of the device?
For the FTTR all-optical Wi-Fi solution, you are advised to change the Wi-Fi name
and password on the Master FTTR. The W616E-D automatically synchronizes the
modication.
How Can I Retrieve My Login Password?
1. Restore the factory settings of the Master FTTR. The W616E-D automatically
synchronizes the modication.
Press and hold the Reset button of the device for more than 10 seconds using
a needle, and release the button after the indicator turns o. After the device
restarts and the red indicator turns on, the factory settings are restored.
2. Enter the IP address in the address box of a browser and press Enter. (For
details about the IP address, see the product nameplate. No password is
required for the rst login.)
3. Follow the guide to set administrator login password. You can also set the Wi-
Fi password as the device management password.
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