Huawei HG531s User manual

HG531s V1 300Mbps Wireless ADSL2+ Router
User Guide

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Contents
1 Product Overview
1 Supported Features
2 Ports and Buttons
3Indicators
2 Hardware Installation
5 Selecting an Installation Location
5ConnectingCables
7PoweringOn
3 Setting Network Parameters
8 Setting the Computer IP Address
8 Logging In to the Web Management Page
4 Wireless Connection Setup
9 Enabling and Disabling the WLAN on the HG531s V1
9 Setting Up a Wireless Connection Using the WPS Button
10 Manually Setting Up a Wireless Connection
5 USB Device
12 USB Storage Device
12 Connecting a USB Device
13 Connecting to the Internet When Using 3G Service
14 Sharing a USB Printer
6 Maintenance Guide
15 Changing the Web Management Page Password
15 Changing Your WLAN Name and Password
16 Changing the PIN Code for Your SIM Card
16 Restoring Default Settings
7 FAQs
17 What Can I Do If I Cannot Open the Web Management Page?
17 What Can I Do If the HG531s V1 Cannot Access the Internet through a Wireless Network
Adapter Sometimes or If the WLAN Connection Is Unsteady?
18 What Can I Do If I Cannot Access the Internet?
19 I Often Need to Restart the HG531s V1 to Display Web Pages. What Can I Do?

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8 Appendix
20 Technical Specifications
21 Default Settings
9 For More Help
10 Legal Notice

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1 Product Overview
Supported Features
The HG531s V1 300Mbps Wireless ADSL2+ Router (HG531s V1 for short) is a high-speed wireless
router designed for home and small office use. This chapter describes the features supported by the
HG531s V1.
• Digital subscriber line (DSL) provides rugged stability, and with the WPS button, zero configuration
is required for connections to multiple devices.
• Network range allows any device in a home to be connected with a transmission rate of up to
300Mbps.
• A powerful firewall is provided with a flexible network configuration and quality of service (QoS)
strategy, enabling different home devices to enjoy high-speed and high-quality broadband services.
High-Bandwidth DSL Connectivity
The HG531s V1 incorporates a high-performance ADSL2+ processor and provides high-speed Internet
access and abundant services to be delivered through the digital subscriber line (DSL).
High-Speed 3G Connectivity
The HG531s V1 provides a USB port into which you can insert a 3G data card to access the Internet
at high speeds.
Routing
The HG531s V1 supports routing. It can obtain an IP address through PPP dial-up or Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol (DHCP), which provides simultaneous access for multiple devices.
WLAN
The HG531s V1 supports multiple WLAN protocols, including 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz). Adopting
802.11n multiple-input multiple-output antennas (MIMO) technology, the HG531s V1 delivers a
wireless transmission rate of up to 300Mbps with its dual antennas. In addition, the HG531s V1
supports multiple wireless encryption modes to provide a secure, reliable, and high-speed WLAN.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup
You can set up wireless connections between the HG531s V1 and Wi-Fi enabled devices by pressing
the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button.
Firewall
The powerful built-in firewall effectively protects against viruses and malicious attacks.

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ARP Attack Protection
You can bundle an IP address and MAC address bi-directionally, which effectively protects your LAN
from Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) attacks.
Easy Configuration and Management
The HG531s V1 provides password-protected web-based management pages to protect your personal
data.
Ports and Buttons
No. Item Description
1Reset
Restores the HG531s V1 to its default settings after you press and hold this
button for 6 seconds or more while the HG531s V1 is powered on.
Caution
A reset will result in all custom data and settings being lost. Use with
caution.
2USB
Connects to a USB device.
Caution
If you connect a USB device to the HG531s V1, verify that the input
voltage and current of the USB device do not exceed 5 V/0.65 A.
Otherwise, the HG531s V1 may malfunction.
3On/Off Powers the HG531s V1 on or off.
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WLAN/
WPS
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Indicators
4Power Connects to a power adapter.
5LAN4~
LAN1
Connects to Ethernet devices, such as computers, set-top boxes (STBs), and
switches.
6ADSL Connects to a DSL filter or phone socket.
7WLAN/
WPS
• Enables or disables the WLAN function.
Press this button (more than 3 seconds) to enable the WLAN function.
• Starts Wi-Fi protected setup (WPS) negotiation.
Press this button (less than 3 seconds) to start WPS negotiation.

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Indicator Status Description
Power
Steady green The HG531s V1 is powered on.
Off The HG531s V1 is powered off.
ADSL
Blinking green A DSL connection is being activated.
Steady green A digital subscriber line (DSL) connection has been set up and
activated.
Off
• No DSL connection has been set up, or the DSL connection is
faulty.
• The HG531s V1 is powered off.
Internet
Blinking green The HG531s V1 is connected to the Internet in router mode, and
data is being transmitted.
Steady green The HG531s V1 is connected to the Internet in router mode, but
no data is being transmitted.
Off
• The HG531s V1 is in router mode, but not connected to the
Internet.
• The HG531s V1 is in bridge mode.
• The HG531s V1 is powered off.
WLAN
Blinking green The HG531s V1 has WLAN enabled, and data is being transmitted.
Steady green The HG531s V1 has WLAN enabled, but is not transmitting data.
Off
• WLAN is disabled.
• The HG531s V1 is powered off.
WPS
Blinking green
• The HG531s V1 is connected to a wireless client, such as a
computer with a wireless network adapter, over the WLAN using
the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) function.
• The WPS indicator blinks for 120 seconds or less.
Steady green
• The HG531s V1 is attempting to connect to a wireless client over
the WLAN using the WPS function.
• The WPS indicator is steady on for 300 seconds, and then turns
off.
Off
• WPS is disabled.
• The HG531s V1 is powered off.

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2 Hardware Installation
Selecting an Installation Location
Place the HG531s V1 on a well-ventilated even surface without exposure to direct sunlight. For the
best possible performance, take note of the following:
• Make sure there are no obstacles, such as concrete or wooden walls, between the computer and
HG531s V1.
• Ensure that the computer and HG531s V1 are far from electric appliances that generate strong
magnetic or electric fields, such as microwave ovens.
Connecting Cables
Installing the HG531s V1 on a DSL Broadband Network
In some communities, Internet service providers use telephone lines to provide broadband access
services.
If you have subscribed to digital subscriber line (DSL) broadband, you can connect the HG531s V1 to
a telephone port for Internet access.
Follow the steps in the following figure to connect devices properly.
LAN1~
LAN4
Blinking green The LAN port is connected to an Ethernet device with a network
cable, and data is being transmitted.
Steady green The LAN port is connected to an Ethernet device (such as a
computer) with a network cable, but no data is being transmitted.
Off
• The LAN port is not connected to any Ethernet device.
• The HG531s V1 is powered off.
USB
Blinking green The HG531s V1 is connected to a USB device, and data is being
transmitted.
Steady green The HG531s V1 is connected to a USB device, but no data is being
transmitted.
Off
• The HG531s V1 is not connected to any USB device.
• The HG531s V1 is powered off.

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When configuring the HG531s V1 for the first time, use an Ethernet cable to connect the
HG531s V1 to a computer.
Installing the HG531s V1 on a 3G network
If you use the 3G data card to access the Internet, you can connect the data card to the USB interface
on the rear panel of the HG531s V1.
Connect your devices in the sequence indicated in the following figure.
1Telephone wall jack 2Splitter 3Telephone
4Desktop computer 5Power adapter 6Set-top Box
7Laptop computer 8Smart Phone 9Pad
aLINE port bMODEM port cPHONE port
MODEM
PHONE
LINE
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Powering On
To power on the HG531s V1, press its power button.
After the HG531s V1 is powered on, the HG531s V1 indicator turns on. If the indicators do not behave
as expected, ensure that everything is plugged in correctly.
1Data card 2Desktop computer 3Power adapter
4Laptop computer 5Smart Phone 6Pad
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3 Setting Network Parameters
Setting the Computer IP Address
Before logging in to the HG531s V1 web management page, set the IP address of the computer that
will be used for the login.
Procedure on Computers Running Windows 7:
1. Choose Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center .
2. Choose Change adapter settings . Right-click Local Area Connection and choose Properties .
3. Double-click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) .
4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically .
Click
OK .
Logging In to the Web Management Page
By default, the HG531s V1 works in PPPoA mode. The HG531s V1 starts to set up a dial-up connection
automatically after you power it on. You do not need to install any dial-up software or perform any
dial-up operations on your computer.
To set up a dial-up connection for Internet access:
1. Open a browser. In the address box, enter 192.168.1.254 . Press Enter .
2. Enter the login user name ( admin by default) and password ( admin by default).
To protect against unauthorized access, change the password after the first login.
3. Click Login .
After verification, the web-based configuration utility is displayed.

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4 Wireless Connection Setup
Enabling and Disabling the WLAN on the HG531s V1
The following two methods are available to enable and disable the WLAN on the HG531s V1.
Using the WLAN Button
Press the WLAN button in the HG531s V1 to enable or disable the WLAN. To ascertain whether the
WLAN is enabled, view the WLAN indicator.
Using the Web Management Page
1. Log in to the web management page.
2. In the navigation tree, choose Basic > WiFi .
3. Configure wireless.
• Select Enable WiFi to enable the WLAN.
• Clear Enable WiFi to disable the WLAN.
Setting Up a Wireless Connection Using the WPS Button
Push the WPS button once to quickly set up a wireless connection between the HG531s V1 and any
WPS-capable device.
Before you set up a wireless connection using the WPS button, verify the following:
• The wireless network security mode of the HG531s V1 is WPA2-PSK or WPA-PSK/WPA2–PSK.
• The wireless device (laptop, tablet, or mobile phone) to connect to the HG531s V1 is WPS-capable.
1. Press the WPS button on the wireless device to start WPS negotiation. For details, see the user
guide for the wireless device.
2. Within 2 minutes, press and hold the WPS button (less than 3 seconds) on the HG531s V1. The WPS
indicator blinks.
When the WPS indicator on the HG531s V1 is steady on, a connection between the HG531s V1 and
wireless device is set up. The WPS indicator is on for 300 seconds, then turns off.

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Manually Setting Up a Wireless Connection
The wireless configuration software provided by Windows is used as an example to describe how to
set up a wireless connection.
You can also use the tool built into the network adapter to set up a wireless connection. For
details, see the network adapter's user guide.
Before setting up a wireless connection, record the WLAN name and password of the HG531s V1. The
default WLAN name and password are printed on the HG531s V1 cover label.
Before setting up a wireless connection, record the WLAN name and password of the HG531s V1.
On Windows 7
1. Click in the lower right corner of your desktop.
2. From the wireless network list, select the WLAN provided by the HG531s V1. Click Connect .
3. In the displayed dialog box, enter the WLAN password and click OK .
4. In the wireless network list, check the WLAN connection status. If the status is Connected , the
computer is wirelessly connected to the HG531s V1.
On Windows Vista
1. Choose Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Manage
wireless networks
.
2. In the Connecting to a network window, double-click the WLAN provided by the HG531s V1.
3. In the displayed dialog box, enter the password and click Connect .
4. In the wireless network list, check the WLAN connection status. If the status is Connected , the
computer is wirelessly connected to the HG531s V1.
On Windows 8
1. Choose Settings from the right side of the desktop.
2. Click Available to list the available wireless networks.
3. Under Connections , select the WLAN provided by the HG531s V1 and click Connect .
4. In the displayed dialog box, enter the your WLAN password and click Next .
5. You will be asked if you would like to enable sharing between computers and connect to devices
within the network. Selecting
Yes will turn on sharing and No will leave it off.
6. In the wireless network list, check the WLAN connection status. If the status is Connected , the
computer is wirelessly connected to the HG531s V1.
On MAC OS X
1. Click at the top right side of your desktop.

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2. Click Turn Airport On .
3. From the wireless network list, Select the WLAN provided by the HG531s V1.
4. In the displayed dialog box, enter your WLAN password and click Join .
5. When a check mark appears next to the HG531s V1's SSID, the computer is wireless connected to
the HG531s V1.

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5 USB Device
USB Storage Device
USB storage devices use their USB ports to exchange data with other devices.
You can connect a USB storage device to your HG531s V1 and access the USB device from your
computer.
Both the USB drive and removable hard disk can connect to your HG531s V1.
Your HG531s V1 supports the following file systems for reading and writing.
• FAT32/FAT
Connecting a USB Device
After you connect a USB device to your HG531s V1, computers or other devices connected to the
HG531s V1 network can access and share the data in or applications provided by the USB device.
Caution
If you connect a USB device to the HG531s V1, verify that the input voltage and current of the
USB device do not exceed 5 V/0.65 A. Otherwise, the HG531s V1 may malfunction.
You can connect the following USB devices to your HG531s V1:
• USB storage device
• USB printer
• Data card
Setting the FTP Access Permission
To avoid unauthorized access to the USB storage device, you can set the FTP access permission on
your HG531s V1. This allows only authorized users to access the USB storage device.
1. Connect a portable storage device to the HG531s V1's USB port.
2. Enable the FTP server.
a. Log in to the web management page.
b. In the navigation tree, choose Advanced > USB Port .
c. In FTP Server , select Enable to enable the FTP server.
3. Set the user name and password of the portable storage device.
a. In Username and Password , enter your desired user name and password for the FTP server.
b. In Path , choose a file sharing path.
c. In Permission , select your desired right.
d. Click Submit .

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Accessing a USB Storage Device Using FTP
You can access a USB storage device through the FTP server.
To access a USB storage device using FTP, connect the USB storage device to your HG531s V1 and set
the FTP login parameters.
1. Open a browser on your computer.
2. In the address box, enter ftp://192.168.1.254. Press Enter .
3. In the Login dialog box, enter the login user name and password your set in the HG531s V1's USB
Port
page (Anonymous users select the anonymous directly). Click Login .
Once you pass the authentication, the directory of and files in the USB storage device will be
displayed.
Connecting to the Internet When Using 3G Service
The HG531s V1 works in PPP mode by default ， and starts to set up a dial-up connection automatically
after you power it on. You do not need to install any dial-up software or perform any dial-up
operations on your computer.
When the HG531s V1 is working in 3G uplink, connect the data card to the HG531s V1 so that your
device can access the Internet through the 3G uplink service.
To set up a dial-up connection for Internet access:
1. Insert a SIM card into the data card, and connect the data card to the USB port of the HG531s V1 .
2. Log in to the web management page.
3. Verify the PIN of your SIM card.
• If your SIM card does not need to verify the PIN for Internet access, skip this step.
• If your SIM card needs to verify the PIN for Internet access, verify the PIN of your SIM card as
follows:
a. In the navigation tree, choose Advanced > PIN .
b. Select Verify from the PIN operation drop-down combo box.
c. Enter the PIN that was provided by your SIM card operator in the PIN text box.
d. Click Submit .
For security reasons or to make the PIN code easy to remember, you can change it. 
When you do not need to go online, remove the USB modem. Otherwise, your operator may continue to
charge you for data services.
4. In the navigation tree, choose Basic > WAN .
5. Enter the user name and password that are provided by your service provider in Username and
Password , and click Submit .

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After you complete the preceding settings, check the status of the Internet indicator light. When the
Internet indicator light turns steady green, you can start browsing the Internet.
You need to perform the preceding operations on a computer once only. The next time you power on
your computer, you can browse the Internet without performing the same configurations.
Sharing a USB Printer
HG531s V1 supports USB printers. After you connect a USB printer to your HG531s V1 through the
USB port, you can access the printer from the Internet or internal network.
1. Connect the USB cable of the printer to the USB port on the HG531s V1.
2. Add a Network Printer.
On Windows 7
1. Choose Start > Devices and Printers .
2. Choose Add a printer .
3. Choose Add a network, wireless or Bluetooth printer .
4. Click The printer that I want isn't listed .
5. Choose Select a shared printer by name and enter the printer address http://192.168.1.1:631/
printers/myprinter in the text box.
myprinter is the customized name of the printer to add. Click
Next .
6. Select the model of the printer you want or click Have Disk to manually install the printer drive.
7. Click OK .
After you complete the preceding settings, open the files you want to print on your computer. Then
you can choose the printer just installed to print your files.

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6 Maintenance Guide
Changing the Web Management Page Password
The correct user name and password are required to log in to the web management page. Regular
changes to the web management page assword can effectively prevent unauthorized users from
logging in and modifying important parameters.
1. Log in to the web management page.
2. In the navigation tree, choose Maintenance > Account .
3. In Current password , enter the currently used password.
4. In New password , enter your desired password. In Confirm password enter the new password
again.
5. Click Submit .
When modify password successfully, this page will jump to the login page, enter the new
password to log in.
If you forget the password , you can press and hold the Reset button for 6 seconds or more,
then the user name and password of the Web management page will back to factory value. This
operation will make your own configuration data lost, please perform this operation with
caution.
Changing Your WLAN Name and Password
WLAN access requires the WLAN name and password. To improve your WLAN security, regularly
change your WLAN name and password.
The default SSID and WLAN Key printed on the HG531s V1's rear panel are unique and secure.
1. Log in to the web management page.
2. In the navigation tree, choose Basic > WiFi .
3. On the displayed page, enable your WLAN.
4. On the Wireless Settings area, enter your desired WLAN name and password in SSID and WPA pre-
shared key
, and click Submit .

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Changing the PIN Code for Your SIM Card
For security reasons or to make the PIN code easy to remember, you can change the PIN code as
follows:
1. Log in to the web management page.
2. In the navigation tree, choose Advanced > PIN .
3. Select Verify from the PIN operation drop-down combo box, and click Submit .
4. After the PIN code is verified, select Change from the PIN operation drop-down combo box.
5. In PIN ,enter the PIN that was provided by your SIM card operator.
6. In New PIN , enter your desired PIN code. In Confirm PIN , enter the new PIN code again.
7. Click Submit .
Restoring Default Settings
Using the Reset Button
If you forget the login password to the web management page or could not access the web
management page, use the reset button on the HG531s V1 rear panel to restore the HG531s V1 to
its default settings. Perform this operation with caution. After the HG531s V1 is restored to its default
settings, all custom data and settings will be lost, and the password will be restored to
admin .
1. Press the HG531s V1 power button to power the HG531s V1 on.
2. Press and hold the reset button for 6 seconds or more.
The HG531s V1 will restart, which will cause temporary network interruptions.
Using the Configuration Tool
If the HG531s V1 parameter settings were configured incorrectly, log in to the web management page
to reload the default configuration file and restore the HG531s V1 to its default settings. Perform this
operation with caution. After the HG531s V1 is restored to its default settings, all custom data and
settings will be lost, and the password will be restored to
admin .
1. Log in to the web management page.
2. In the navigation tree, choose Maintenance > Device .
3. In Reset , click Restore Default Settings .
4. In the displayed dialog box, click OK .

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7 FAQs
What Can I Do If I Cannot Open the Web Management Page?
1. Open Internet Explorer. Choose Tools > Internet Options > Connections > LAN settings , and ensure
that all check boxes are deselected.
2. Check that the computer IP address is 192.168.1.*. (* is any integer from 1 to 253.)
3. Check that the cables are securely connected to the HG531s V1 and that the LAN port's indicator is
on.
4. Ensure that the user name and password are correct.
If the problem persists, restore the HG531s V1 to its default settings.
What Can I Do If the HG531s V1 Cannot Access the Internet
through a Wireless Network Adapter Sometimes or If the WLAN
Connection Is Unsteady?
This is probably because the HG531s V1 has its cables connected loosely, is placed too close to
electronic appliances with intensive interference, or is too far from the computer. Verify that:
1. The power and telephone cables are correctly connected to the HG531s V1.
2. Your computer and the HG531s V1 are far from electric appliances that generate strong magnetic
or electric fields, such as microwave ovens, refrigerators, and cordless telephones.
3. The HG531s V1 is in an open area, and there are no obstacles, such as concrete or wooden walls,
between the HG531s V1 and computer.
4. The HG531s V1 is close to the computer.
5. The angle between the HG531s V1 and computer is appropriate.
Do not use the HG531s V1 during thunderstorms, as the signal strength may be unsteady and
the HG531s V1 itself may be damaged due to lightning strikes.