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Huawei WS331a User Manual

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  • Page 1 WS331a 300Mbps Mini Wireless Router User Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Product Overview 1 Supported Features 2 Appearance 2 Hardware Installation 4 Selecting an Installation Location 4 Connecting Cables 3 Setting Network Parameters 5 Setting the Computer IP Address 8 Connecting to a WLAN 10 Logging In to the Web Management Page 10 Setting Network Access Parameters 12 Configuring Internet Access Scenarios 4 Network Security...
  • Page 3 34 I Often Need to Restart the WS331a to Display Web Pages. What Can I Do? 34 I use the WS331a at home most of the time. Do I need to reconfigure it at home after I use it in the office or hotel?

  • Page 4: Product Overview

    Easy configuration and management Access the web management page from your computer, smartphone, or tablet to easily configure the WS331a. You can also install the HUAWEI RuMate app on your smartphone or tablet to manage your router. High-Speed Ethernet Connectivity The WS331a provides WAN ports for Ethernet-enabled devices to access the Internet at high speeds.

  • Page 5: Appearance

    5 V and 1 A. If the electric current is less than 1 A, the WS331a may not work properly. Restores the WS331a to its default settings after you press and hold this button for 2 seconds or more while the WS331a is powered on. Reset A reset will result in all custom data and settings being lost.
  • Page 6 • : The security lock is on. New connections to your WLAN are n ot allowed. WLAN security lock • : The security lock is off. New connections to your WLAN are allowed. • On: Working properly. Status indicator • Blinking: Starting.

  • Page 7: Hardware Installation

    Hardware Installation Selecting an Installation Location Place the WS331a 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 WS331a.

  • Page 8: Setting Network Parameters

    Setting Network Parameters Setting the Computer IP Address Before logging in to the WS331a web management page, set the IP address of the computer that will be used for the login. On Windows 7 Click in the lower right corner of your desktop. Choose Open Network and Sharing Center.
  • Page 9 Wireless Network Connection Properties Networking Sharing Connect using Huawei 802.11ac Dual Band Wireless Adapter Configure... This connection uses the following items: Client for Microsoft Networks Qos Packet Scheduler Flie and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6)
  • Page 10 Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). Wireless Network Connection Properties Wireless Network Connection Properties General Advanced Connect using: Huawei 802.11ac Dual Band Wire Configure... This connection uses the following items: Realtek EAPPkt Protocol AEGIS Protocol (IEEE 802.1x)v3.7.5.0 Install... Uninstall Properties Description Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol.The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks.

  • Page 11: Connecting To A Wlan

    Connecting to a WLAN Connect your computer to the WS331a's WLAN before logging in to the WS331a web management page. Before connecting to the WLAN, set the security lock to so that more devices can be connected to the WS331a.
  • Page 12 On Windows XP Click in the lower right corner of your desktop. 16:30 From the wireless network list, select the WLAN provided by the WS331a. Click Connect. Wireless Network Connection Wireless Network Connection Choose a wireless network Click an item in the list below to connect to a wireless network in range or get more information.

  • Page 13: Logging In To The Web Management Page

    The WS331a provides an intuitive web management page where you can view or set the WS331a parameters. Before you log in to the WS331a web management page, ensure that the computer used for the login is connected to the WS331a and has been configured to automatically obtain an IP address or assigned with a static IP address.
  • Page 14 Set the parameters based on the Internet access scenario recognized by the WS331a (dial-up Internet access is used as an example). Click Connect. Click Next to continue configuring the WLAN. In WLAN SSID and WLAN password, enter the WLAN name and password. Then click Finish.

  • Page 15: Configuring Internet Access Scenarios

    You can configure settings for typical Internet access scenarios, such as home, hotel, office, or school. As the WS331a automatically recognizes Internet access scenarios, after the configuration is set up once, you can connect directly to the WLAN without reconfiguring anything when you move between locations.
  • Page 16 From the Select scenario drop-down list box, select New scenario. The WS331a has preset the home scenario (PPPoE), hotel scenario (DHCP), and a scenario where you can manually enter an IP address. You can select these scenarios and modify their settings if necessary.

  • Page 17: Network Security

    Network Security Improving WLAN Security Hiding the WLAN Name After you hide the WLAN name, anyone who wishes to connect to the WLAN must enter the correct WLAN name. This measure helps improve WLAN security. Log in to the web management page. Choose Home Network >...
  • Page 18 Click Finish. After the WLAN name and password are changed, you need the new WLAN name and password to access the WS331a. Using High Security Encryption Modes Adopting high security encryption modes protects against unauthorized access as well as data interception on networks.
  • Page 19 Method one: Unlock the security lock. After the desired user connects to the WLAN, lock the security lock again. • Method two: On the WS331a web management page, add the device MAC address of the user you want to add. Check and record the MAC address of the new user's device.

  • Page 20: Controlling Computer Internet Access

    Controlling Computer Internet Access Your WS331a provides MAC address filtering. With this function, you can confine Internet access to specific computers or deprive specific computers of Internet access. While using this function, you can also set limits on the duration of Internet usage.
  • Page 21 Click Save. Choose Internet > Parental Control > Time Rules. Click New time rule. In Rule name, name the rule you are setting. In Times allowed, enter the allowed time duration of Internet use. For Apply to, select the computers for which you want to control Internet access. Click Save.

  • Page 22: Filtering Out Inappropriate Websites

    Filtering Out Inappropriate Websites Use URL filtering to prevent certain websites from being accessed. Log in to the web management page. Choose Internet > Parental Control > URL Filter. Click New URL filter. In URL, enter the website you want to filter. Select Manage devices manually.

  • Page 23: Controlling Computer Bandwidth

    Controlling Computer Bandwidth By configuring bandwidth control policies, you can control the bandwidth of computers connected to the WS331a in the following ways: • Determine the minimum bandwidth allocated to specific computers to help ensure the Internet access speed for those computers.

  • Page 24: Preventing Network Attacks

    Preventing Network Attacks Configuring the Firewall The WS331a provides a firewall to help secure its WLAN and any devices connected to it. Set the firewall level based on site requirements to quickly configure the firewall. Log in to the web management page.

  • Page 26: Expanding Wlan Coverage

    Choose Home Network > Repeater Settings > Repeater Connection Settings. Select Enable repeater function. In the displayed dialog box, click OK. When switched to wireless relay mode, the WS331a will restart, and you'll need to log in to the web management page again.
  • Page 27 In New password, enter the WLAN password. Click Connect. After the WS331a is connected to the selected WLAN, the current WLAN is disconnected. Connect the computers that were connected to the WS331a, including the computer used to log in to the web management page, to the extended WLAN.

  • Page 28: Maintenance Guide

    Changing the IP Address Used to Log In to the Web Management Page The IP address used to log in to the WS331a web management page is the WS331a IP address. For security or other purposes (for instance, if the default WS331a IP address conflicts with that of another device on the same network), you can change the WS331a IP address.

  • Page 29: Backing Up The Configuration File

    Backing Up the Configuration File It is recommended that you back up the configuration file of the WS331a regularly, which helps you restore parameter settings down the road. Before modifying the WS331a settings, back up the configuration file.

  • Page 30: Restoring Default Settings

    If the WS331a parameter settings were configured incorrectly, log in to the web management page to reload the default configuration file and restore the WS331a to its default settings. Perform this operation with caution. After the WS331a is restored to its default settings, all custom data and settings will be lost, and the password will be restored to admin.
  • Page 31 Use an eject pin to press and hold the Reset button for 2 seconds or more. Importing the Backup Configuration File If errors occur during configuration, or you want to restore the WS331a to the settings you are most familiar with, you can import the backup configuration file to restore the WS331a to the previous settings.

  • Page 32: Upgrading Software

    Upgrading Software The WS331a can be upgraded online using the web management page. Make sure you are connected to the Internet before the upgrade. Log in to the web management page. Choose Maintain > Device Management > Online Upgrade. Click Check to upgrade the WS331a to the latest version.

  • Page 33: Reference Operations

    Reference Operations Enabling Wireless Configuration on Windows On Windows XP Right-click My Computer and choose Manage from the shortcut menu. In the left pane of the Computer Management window, choose Computer Management (Local) > Services and Applications > Services. In the right pane of the Computer Management window, right-click Wireless Zero Configuration and choose Properties from the shortcut menu.
  • Page 34 Click Details. In Network Connection Details, find the line similar to Physical Address 70-F3–95–0C-49–4E. The 70-F3–95–0C-49–4E string is your computer's MAC address.
  • Page 35 On Windows XP Choose Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections > Network Connections. Right- click Local Area Connection and choose Status from the shortcut menu. Click the Support tab. Under Connection status, click Details. In Network Connection Details, find the line similar to Physical Address 78–AC–C0–B0–DF-A1. The 78–AC–C0–B0–DF-A1 string is your computer's MAC address.

  • Page 36: Faqs

    When the security lock is in the position, new connections to the WLAN are not allowed. If this is the case, unlock the security lock, connect your phone, tablet, or laptop to the WS331a, and lock the security lock. What Can I Do If the WS331a Cannot Access the Internet...

  • Page 37: Do I Need To Set A Wi-Fi Connection Password After Using The Security Lock

    Verify the following: Cables are securely connected to WS331a ports. Otherwise, network stability may suffer. Your computer and the WS331a are far from electric appliances that generate strong magnetic or electric fields, such as microwave ovens, refrigerators, and cordless telephones.

  • Page 38: Default Settings

    Default Settings Parameter Default Value LAN port IP address 192.168.3.1 LAN port subnet mask 255.255.255.0 User name to log in to the web admin configuration page Password to log in to the web admin configuration page WLAN name Labeled on the product cover WLAN password Unencrypted by default...

  • Page 39: For More Help

    For More Help Please visit http://consumer.huawei.com/en/support/hotline for recently updated hotline and email address in your country or region.

  • Page 40: Legal Notice

    Thus, the descriptions herein may not exactly match the product or its accessories which you purchase. Huawei reserves the right to change or modify any information or specifications contained in this manual without prior notice and without any liability. DISCLAIMER ALL CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL ARE PROVIDED "AS IS".
  • Page 41 THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY (THIS LIMITATION SHALL NOT APPLY TO LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY TO THE EXTENT APPLICABLE LAW PROHIBITS SUCH A LIMITATION) OF HUAWEI ARISING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT PAID BY CUSTOMERS FOR THE PURCHASE OF THIS PRODUCT.
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