Huawei K562 User manual

K562
Quick Start-02
Issue 02
Date 2021-06-25
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Contents
1 Product Overview.................................................................................................................... 1
2 Network Expansion................................................................................................................. 3
2.1 Wired Network Expansion....................................................................................................................................................3
2.2 Wireless Network Expansion............................................................................................................................................... 4
3 Network Management...........................................................................................................6
4 Parameter.................................................................................................................................. 7
5 FAQs............................................................................................................................................ 8
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1 Product Overview
Huawei OptiXstar K562 is an edge router (AX3000Mbps Dual-Band Edge ONT)
that supports dual-band Wi-Fi 6. It provides users with gigabit broadband access
using Ethernet/Wi-Fi uplink technologies.
Description of Indicator
Status Description
White: steady on Internet access is available.
Red: steady on Internet access is unavailable.
● The edge ONT is being powered on.
● 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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Ports and Buttons
No. Interface or
button
Description
1 WPS Enables the WPS pairing function.
2 Network ports 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 an Internet
gateway.
3 Power Connects to the power adapter.
4 Reset button When the K562 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.
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● The K562 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 Network Expansion
2.1 Wired Network Expansion
If you have a wired network but have no Wi-Fi at home, you can connect the K562
to the wired network using a network cable to set up a Wi-Fi network.
NO TICE
This section assumes that there is no Wi-Fi in your home. If you have a Wi-Fi
network at home, you can also refer to this section to expand the network.
1. Connect cables.
a. Use a network cable to connect the any of the 3 network ports of K562
and the LAN port of the home gateway.
b. Connect the K562 power cable to a nearby power outlet.
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If your home gateway is a Huawei smart gateway (consult your device provider for
more information), the Wi-Fi SSID and password of the gateway will be automatically
synchronized to the K562, and there is no need to reset the Wi-Fi parameters of the
K562.
2. Set Wi-Fi parameters for the K562.
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a. Connect a mobile phone or computer to the K562 Wi-Fi (no password).
For the Wi-Fi name, see the SSID on the device nameplate.
b. Open the browser and enter the IP address (see the nameplate at the
bottom of the K562).
c. Enter the login username and password (see the nameplate at the
bottom of the K562).
d. Click Start, modify the Wi-Fi SSID and password on the My Wi-Fi page,
and reconnect to the new Wi-Fi to access the Internet.
2.2 Wireless Network Expansion
When you already have Wi-Fi in your home and need to expand the Wi-Fi
coverage, you can use the WPS button to connect the K562 to the existing Wi-Fi
network.
NO TICE
● This section assumes that your home network supports WPS features. If your
home network does not support WPS features, you can log in to the K562 web
page to congure parameters and expand Wi-Fi.
● Three-level Wi-Fi cascading is not allowed on the K562 network. A maximum
of two-level Wi-Fi cascading is supported.
WPS Code Pairing Operation Guide (Used Together with a Huawei Gateway*)
* indicates the K562 or a Huawei gateway that supports SmartLink (for details,
contact the service provider). Third-party gateways are not supported.
1. Place the K562 close to the home gateway (within 2 meters) and power it on.
2. After the K562 starts up, press and hold the pairing button of the K562 and
the WPS button of the home gateway for 3 to 5 seconds in turn within 2
minutes.
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The indicator of the K562 blinks during the pairing.
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3. After the indicator of the K562 turn steady white, the K562 is connected to
the Internet.
4. Move the K562 to a room where you need to expand Wi-Fi and power it on.
After the indicator turns steady white, Wi-Fi is expanded successfully.
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If your home gateway is a Huawei smart gateway (consult your device provider for more
information), the Wi-Fi SSID and password of the gateway will be automatically
synchronized to the K562. Otherwise, use the Wi-Fi SSID and password of the K562 (see the
nameplate at the bottom) to access the Internet.
Layout Principles
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You can also check on the LinkHome app whether the distance between the K562 and the
home gateway is optimal.
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3 Network Management
1. Scan the QR code using a smartphone to download and install the LinkHome
app.
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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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4 Parameter
Item Specications
Model K562
Conguration 3 LAN ports + 2.4G & 5G Wi-Fi 6
Extended interface None
Wi-Fi modes 2.4G&5G 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 supply 11–14 V DC, 1 A
Power adapter input 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Dimensions Φ117 (big end) 109 (small end) x 145 mm
Weight (excluding adapter) < 700 g
Shell color White
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