Huawei WA8021V5 User manual

WA8021V5
Quick Start
Issue 09
Date 2021-09-16
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Contents
1 Product Overview.................................................................................................................... 1
2 Working as a Router...............................................................................................................3
3 Working as a Wi-Fi repeater.................................................................................................7
4 Network Management.........................................................................................................12
5 Parameter................................................................................................................................13
6 FAQs..........................................................................................................................................14
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1 Product Overview
The WA8021V5 is a home edge ONT that provides gigabit dual-band Wi-Fi and
gigabit network ports.
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● This product is used indoors only.
● The product appearance shown in this document is for your reference only. The actual
product appearance prevails.
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Description of ports and buttons
WA8021V5 Description
Network port Adaptive to the LAN port or WAN port:
Connects to the gateway as a WAN port, or connects to
devices such as computers and IP STBs as a LAN port.
Power port Connects to a power adapter.
Pairing button When the edge ONT has detected a device that can be
paired, press the pairing button on the edge ONT and
release it. The indicator blinks quickly. The device that
can be paired connects to the Wi-Fi of the edge ONT.
When connecting to other device in WPS mode, press the
pairing button on the edge ONT for 3 seconds. If the
indicator blinks quickly, the device is performing WPS
pairing.
Reset button 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.
Description of Indicator
Status Description
White: steady on Internet access is available.
Red: steady on Internet access is unavailable.
1. The edge ONT is being powered on.
2. The edge ONT is not connected to the upstream
gateway.
Red: Blinking slowly
(once per second)
The edge ONT has detected a device that can be paired.
Red: Blinking quickly
(twice per second)
The edge ONT is being paired with Huawei gateway in
one-click mode.
The edge ONT is performing WPS pairing.
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2 Working as a Router
If there is no router at home, it is recommended that the WA8021V5 be used as a
router.
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After being connected to a Huawei gateway of a certain model using a network cable, an
edge ONT automatically adapts itself as a Wi-Fi repeater. The Wi-Fi name and password
are automatically synchronized from the Huawei gateway. You can access the Internet
instantly without conguring the Wi-Fi name and password.
1. Connect cables.
2. Connect a phone or PC to the Wi-Fi of the edge ONT (no password). For the
Wi-Fi name, see the SSID on the device nameplate.
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You can also use a network cable to connect a PC to the edge ONT, and then set the
Internet access mode on the PC.
3. Open the browser. The conguration page is automatically displayed. Click
Start, the edge ONT will automatically detect your Internet access mode.
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1. Some mobile phones automatically display the conguration page following the
Wi-Fi connection page.
2. If the conguration page is not automatically displayed, enter the IP address in the
address box of a browser. (For details about the IP address, see the product
nameplate.)
3. If the device detects that the Internet access mode is dial-up, you need to enter the
broadband account and password. If you forget the broadband account and
password, contact your ISP to retrieve the account and password.
4. On the Service Provider Remote Management Platform page, the Server
address eld is automatically populated after you select an Area. You can
also manually enter a Server address. Then select the privacy statement, and
click Apply to enable the function of service provider remote management.
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● This step applies only to general products. Skip this step if it is not displayed on the
product page.
● Select an option as instructed by your service provider. If you do not select an
option or select an incorrect option, the remote software upgrade function will be
unavailable. You can also click Skip, and congure this option on the Service
Provider Remote Management Platform page later.
5. Set a new Wi-Fi SSID and management password of the edge ONT. You can
use the Wi-Fi password as the device management password. Click Next.
After the conguration is complete, reconnect to Wi-Fi.
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1. If band steering is enabled, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and 5 GHz Wi-Fi are both supported,
and the edge ONT automatically selects a faster Wi-Fi frequency band for you.
2. You can connect devices such as PCs to other network ports of the edge ONT using
network cables to access the Internet.
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3 Working as a Wi-Fi repeater
If you need to extend the existing Wi-Fi, you can use the WA8021V5 as a Wi-Fi
repeater to expand Wi-Fi coverage.
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Three-level Wi-Fi cascading is not allowed on the WA8021V5 network. A
maximum of two-level Wi-Fi cascading is supported.
Method 1: One-Click Pairing (Used Together with a Huawei Gateway*)
*Applicable to connection with Huawei gateways with the latest software version
(for details, contact the service provider).
1. Place the edge ONT near a Huawei gateway (within 2 m) and connect the
power cable of edge ONT to a socket.
2. After the edge ONT is powered on, the Huawei gateway can discover edge
ONT, and the WPS indicator of the gateway blinks slowly.
3. Press the WPS button of the gateway once. The WPS indicator and edge ONT
indicator change to blink quickly.
4. Wait until the edge ONT indicator turns steady white, which indicates that the
pairing is successful.
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5. Move the edge ONT to the position where the Wi-Fi coverage is to be
expanded. After the indicator is steady white, the edge ONT can access the
Internet. No further operation is required.
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1. The Wi-Fi name and password of the edge ONT are automatically synchronized
from the Wi-Fi of the Huawei gateway.
2. You can connect devices such as PCs to network ports of the edge ONT using
network cables to access the Internet.
3. To achieve better signal coverage, it is recommended that:
● There are no more than two walls between edge ONTs and the Huawei
gateway.
● Edge ONTs and the Huawei gateway are placed on the same oor.
Method 2: Setting the Internet Access Mode on a Mobile Phone or PC
1. Connect a phone or PC to the Wi-Fi of the edge ONT (no password). For the
Wi-Fi name, see the SSID on the device nameplate.
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You can also use a network cable to connect a PC to the edge ONT, and then set the
Internet access mode on the PC.
2. Open the browser. The conguration page is automatically displayed. Click
Start, the edge ONT will automatically detect your Internet access mode. If
no network cable is inserted, select Wi-Fi relay.
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1. Some mobile phones automatically display the conguration page following the
Wi-Fi connection page.
2. If the conguration page is not automatically displayed, enter the IP address in the
address box of a browser. (For details about the IP address, see the product
nameplate.)
3. Select the Wi-Fi name to be connected, enter the Wi-Fi password, and click
Next.
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4. Set the administrator login password. You can use the Wi-Fi password as the
device management password. Click Next. After the conguration is
complete, reconnect to Wi-Fi.
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1. The Wi-Fi name and password of the edge ONT are automatically synchronized
from the Wi-Fi selected in 3.Select the Wi-Fi name ....
2. You can connect devices such as PCs to network ports of the edge ONT using
network cables to access the Internet.
Layout Principles
You can place the WA8021V5 in a position according to the following
principles to obtain better signal coverage:
– (Recommended) When the WA8021V5 is connected to a home gateway
over the 5 GHz frequency band:
▪If the signal strength at the WA8021V5 is greater than –65 dBm, the
WA8021V5 is placed in a proper position.
▪If the signal strength at the WA8021V5 is less than -73 dBm, you are
advised to relocate the WA8021V5 to ensure that the signal strength
is greater than -73 dBm.
– When the WA8021V5 is connected to a home gateway over the 2.4 GHz
frequency band:
▪If the signal strength at the WA8021V5 is greater than –65 dBm, the
WA8021V5 is placed in a proper position.
▪If the signal strength at the WA8021V5 is less than –65 dBm, you are
advised to relocate the WA8021V5 to ensure that the signal strength
is greater than –65 dBm.
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You can also check on the LinkHome app whether the distance between the
WA8021V5 and the home gateway is optimal.
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4 Network Management
1. Scan the QR code using a smartphone to download and install the LinkHome
app.
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Above link is app for global variant device.For device purchase with carrier，please
follow carrier instruction.
If the app is already installed on your phone, make sure you have the latest version of
the app.
2. You can log in to the LinkHome app from a smartphone to view and manage
your home Wi-Fi network.
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5 Parameter
Item Specication
System power supply See the nameplate on the device.
Power adapter input See the nameplate on the adapter.
Max power consumption 7.8 W
Ambient temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Ambient humidity 5%–95% (non-condensing)
Dimensions (H x W x D)
(Without pads)
65.5 mm x 105 mm x 105 mm
Weight
(Without power adapter)
About 195 g
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6 FAQs
What can I do if a problem occurs when I set the Internet access mode?
You can check the indicator status of the WA8021V5 that works as a router. If the
indicator is steady red, Internet access is unavailable.
1. Cannot nd the Wi-Fi of the edge ONT: 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 an edge ONT?
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.
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After the device is restored to factory settings, the device conguration parameters are
cleared and need to be recongured.
Does the edge ONT support 5G Wi-Fi? How to connect to the 5G Wi-Fi?
Yes. The device supports 5G Wi-Fi. By default, the 2.4G/5G Wi-Fi names are the
same. The device automatically connects to an optimal frequency band. To x the
connection to the 5G frequency band, disable the Dual-Band Steering as follows:
1. Connect a mobile phone to the Wi-Fi network of the edge ONT.
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.)
3. On the displayed login page, enter the login password as prompted.
4. 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.
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How to change the Wi-Fi name and password of an edge ONT?
1. Connect a mobile phone to the Wi-Fi network of the edge ONT.
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.)
3. On the displayed login page, enter the login password as prompted.
4. Choose My Wi-Fi on the web page, and change the Wi-Fi name and
password.
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If the Wi-Fi name and password are synchronized from those of a gateway or router, see
the changing method described for the gateway or router.
How Can I Retrieve My Wi-Fi Password?
1. Use a network cable to connect the network port of the edge ONT to a PC.
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.)
3. On the displayed login page, enter the login password as prompted.
4. Choose My Wi-Fi on the web page, click after Wi-Fi Password text box
to view the Wi-Fi password.
How Can I Retrieve My Login Password?
1. Restore the factory settings of an edge ONT.
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.
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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