Huawei HG232f User manual

HG232f 300Mbps Wireless Router
User Guide
HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.

HG232f 300Mbps Wireless Router
V100R001
User Guide
202547_03
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Contents
1 Product Introduction............................................................................................ 1-1
2 Hardware Installation .......................................................................................... 2-1
2.1 Selecting a Position for the Router .............................................................................. 2-1
2.2 Installing the Hardware ............................................................................................... 2-1
2.3 Connecting the Cables................................................................................................. 2-2
2.3.1 Installing the Router on a Community Broadband Network ........................... 2-2
2.3.2 Installing the Router on an ADSL Broadband Network.................................. 2-3
2.3.3 Installing the Router on a CATV Broadband Network ................................... 2-3
2.4 Powering On the Router .............................................................................................. 2-5
3 Configuration of Internet Access Parameters.................................................. 3-1
3.1 Logging In to the Web-based Configuration Utility.................................................... 3-1
3.2 Using the Setup Wizard............................................................................................... 3-6
4 Configuration of WLAN Parameters................................................................. 4-1
4.1 Setting Up a Wireless Connection Manually............................................................... 4-1
4.1.1 Procedure on Computers Running Windows 7 ............................................... 4-1
4.1.2 Procedure on Computers Running Windows XP ............................................ 4-2
4.2 Setting Up a Wireless Connection with the WPS Button ............................................ 4-4
5 Configuring Frequently Used Functions.......................................................... 5-1
5.1 Configuring Multiple Computers to Access the Internet Simultaneously ................... 5-1
5.2 Enabling or Disabling the WLAN Function................................................................ 5-2
5.3 Improving the Security of a WLAN ............................................................................ 5-3
5.3.1 Hiding the Name of a WLAN ......................................................................... 5-3
5.3.2 Changing the Name of a WLAN..................................................................... 5-5
5.3.3 Using Secure Encryption................................................................................. 5-5
5.3.4 Allowing Only Specified Computers to Be Connected to a WLAN ............... 5-7
5.4 Controlling the Internet Access Rights of Computers ................................................. 5-8
5.5 Prohibiting Computers from Accessing Specified Web Sites.................................... 5-12
5.6 Setting the Available Bandwidth of a Computer ....................................................... 5-13
5.7 Preventing Attacks on the Internet ............................................................................ 5-15
5.8 Removing the Restriction Caused by the Binding of the Internet Access Account to the
MAC Address ................................................................................................................. 5-16

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5.9 Allowing Internet Users to Access an Internal Resource Server ............................... 5-17
5.10 Expanding the Coverage of a WLAN...................................................................... 5-20
6 Maintenance Guide .............................................................................................. 6-1
6.1 Changing the User Name and Password of the Web-based Configuration Utility ...... 6-1
6.2 Changing the Login IP Address of the Web-based Configuration Utility ................... 6-2
6.3 Backing Up or Importing a Configuration File ........................................................... 6-3
6.4 Restoring Default Settings........................................................................................... 6-4
6.5 Upgrading Software .................................................................................................... 6-5
7 FAQs........................................................................................................................ 7-1
8 Appendix................................................................................................................ 8-1
8.1 Indicators..................................................................................................................... 8-1
8.2 Interfaces and Buttons ................................................................................................. 8-3
8.3 Default Settings........................................................................................................... 8-4
8.4 Technical Specifications.............................................................................................. 8-4

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1 Product Introduction
The HG232f 300Mbps Wireless Router (hereinafter referred to as the router) is a
network access device designed for home users and small or home office (SOHO) users.
On the network side, the router provides an Ethernet interface that is used to access the
Internet at a high speed. On the user side, the router provides the wireless local area
network (WLAN) function and four Ethernet interfaces through which you can connect
various home terminal devices, such as personal computers (computers) and Internet
Protocol (IP) set-top boxes (STBs), to the Internet.
It supports the following functions:
WLAN function
−Wireless data rate of 300Mbit/s by using 2T2R external antenna
−Compatibility with Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n
−Establishment of a secure wireless connection by pressing the Wi-Fi Protected
Setup (WPS) button
−Easy and secure configuration and management of a WLAN
−64-bit and 128-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption
−Security modes of Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA and WPA2) and hybrid
cryptosystem
−Wireless Distribution System (WDS) through which a WLAN can be expanded
−Low radiation
−Certification by the Wi-Fi Alliance
Integration of the functions of wireless access points (APs), routers, four-port
switches, and firewalls
WLAN standards (IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n) and Ethernet standard
(IEEE 802.3u)
One 10/100 Mbit/s adaptive uplink Ethernet interface connected to a wide area
network (WAN) and four 10/100 Mbit/s adaptive downlink Ethernet interfaces
connected to a local area network (LAN)
Multiple networking applications, such as accessing a broadband network in
Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) dial-up mode, obtaining an IP
address through the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), and
configuring a static IP address
IP quality of service (QoS)
IPv6

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Traffic control through which you can manage the downloading rate of
peer-to-peer (P2P) software
Local and remote configuration through a Web-based configuration utility

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2 Hardware Installation
2.1 Selecting a Position for the Router
Place the router in a stable and well-ventilated location and do not expose it to direct
sunlight. For best results with the router WLAN function, place the router as follows:
Place the router in an open space and ensure that there are no obstacles, such as
walls and columns, between your computer and the router. Otherwise, the
transmission of radio signals on the WLAN may be negatively impacted.
Ensure that the router and your computer are far from the electric appliances (such
as a microwave oven) that generate strong magnetic or electric fields.
2.2 Installing the Hardware
Adjust the antennas by referring to the direction of the arrows in the following figure.
When installing the base, ensure that the arrow on the base points in the same direction as
the front panel of the router.

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2.3 Connecting the Cables
2.3.1 Installing the Router on a Community Broadband Network
In some communities, network service providers use Ethernet interfaces as Internet
interfaces. In such a network, you can access the Internet through your computer if a
network adapter is installed on the computer.
Figure 2-1 Shows the cable connections of a community broadband network after the
router is installed on the network
1. Power adapter of the router
2. Router
3. Desktop computer
4. Community broadband network interface on the wall (Ethernet interface)

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2.3.2 Installing the Router on an ADSL Broadband Network
On the ADSL broadband network, the ADSL modem provides an Ethernet interface used
to connect a computer to the Internet.
Figure 2-2 Shows the cable connections of an ADSL broadband network after the router
is installed on the network
1. Power adapter of the router
2. Router
3. Power adapter of the ADSL modem
4. Desktop computer
5. ADSL modem
6. Telephone
7. Splitter
8. Telephone line interface on the wall
2.3.3 Installing the Router on a CATV Broadband Network
On C AT V broadband network, the cable modem provides an Ethernet interface used to
connect a computer to the Internet.

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Figure 2-3 Shows the cable connections of a CATV broadband network after the router
is installed on the network
1. Power adapter of the router
2. Router
3. Desktop computer
4. Cable modem
5. Power adapter of the cable modem
6. CATV network interface on the wall

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2.4 Powering On the Router
Press the On/Off button on the side panel to power the router on. When the Power
indicator light remains lit, you can consider that the router to be working properly.
To power the router off, press the On/Off button again, and then unplug the power adapter.

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3 Configuration of Internet Access Parameters
3.1 Logging In to the Web-based Configuration Utility
Most of the router parameters are pre-set before delivery to meet common home
application scenarios. To check the router's working status or configure certain advanced
network functions, use the web-based configuration utility.
To log in to the web-based configuration utility:
Step 1 Set the network connection of your computer to obtain an IP address automatically.
By default, the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) function is enabled. The
router then assigns an IP address to your computer automatically.
The configuration procedure on the computer running the Windows 7 operating
system is as follows:
1. Choose start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing
Center > Change adapter settings.
2. Right-click Local Area Connection and choose Properties.
3. Double-click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).

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4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address
automatically, and click OK.
5. Go back to the former page, and click OK.

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The configuration procedure on the computer running the Windows XP operating
system is as follows:
1. Choose start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections > Network
Connections.
2. Right-click Local Area Connection and choose Properties.
3. Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address
automatically, and click OK.

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5. Go back to the former page, and click OK.
If you disable the DHCP function, please ensure that the IP address of the computer and that of
the router LAN interface are in the same network segment to enable the computer to access the
web-based configuration utility.
Step 2 Open a web browser on your computer and ensure that the browser does not use any
proxy servers.
Using Internet Explorer 8.0 as an example to ensure no proxy servers are used.
1. Start Internet Explorer. Choose Tools > Internet Options.

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2. On the Connections tab of the Internet Options dialog box, click LAN Settings.
3. In the Proxy server area, ensure that Use a proxy server for your LAN is cleared.
If Use a proxy server for your LAN is selected, clear Use a proxy server for your
LAN, and then click OK.
Step 3 Enter http://192.168.3.1 in the address bar, and then press Enter.
Step 4 Enter the user name (admin by default) and password (admin by default) in the
Username and Password text boxes.

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Step 5 Click Login.
The first time you log in to the web-based configuration utility, a wizard page used to
change the password is displayed. The wizard page will be displayed when you have not
modified the default password. If you don’t to change the password, click Skip to skip the
wizard and go immediately to the configuration wizard page.
You can also change the password by choosing Maintenance > Account, for details, see
chapter 7.1 "Changing the User Name and Password of the Web-based Configuration
Utility".
To protect your router from unauthorized access, please change the default password.
Enter a new password and Re-enter the new password to confirm it, and then click
Submit.
After the default password is changed, the login page is displayed. Enter admin for user
name and enter your new password to log in.
3.2 Using the Setup Wizard
After logging in to the web-based configuration utility, you can use the setup wizard
provided by the utility to quickly configure the router.
When you configure the router for the first time, you can view the setup wizard page
after logging in to the utility. To configure the router through the setup wizard:

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If you have configured the router before, the setup wizard page will not be displayed after
logging in to the web-based configuration utility. However, you can still click Setup
Wizard in the upper right corner to display the setup wizard page.
To skip the wizard and go immediately to the configuration page, click Here when the
following message displays: Click Here to enter the advanced configuration page.
Step 1 Log in to the Web-based configuration utility.
Step 2 Choose the network connection type and configure the network connection parameters.
Choose the connection type based on the application scenario. The following table
describes the connection types.
Table 3-1 Configuring the network connection parameters
Application Scenario Connection Type
The user name and password are provided by your service
provider.
PPPoE
(recommended)
The user name and password are provided by your service
provider. Set up a dial-up connection on one computer only.
Bridge
Certain parameters, such as the static IP address and DNS
server address, are provided by your service provider.
Static IP
No parameters are provided by your service provider. The IP
address is automatically assigned by the service provider.
DHCP
If you choose PPPoE or Static IP, enter the parameters provided by your service
provider, and click Next.
If you choose DHCP or Bridge, click Next without changing any configurations.