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provides customers with comprehensive technical support and service. Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. For any assistance, please contact our local office or company headquarters. HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router V100R001 User Guide Issue Date Part Number 01 2010-04-01 202201 Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. Address: Website: Email: Huawei Industrial Base Bantian, Longgang Shenzhen 518129 People's Republic of China http://www.huaweidevice.com terminal@huawei.com
provides customers with comprehensive technical support and service. Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. For any assistance, please contact our local office or company headquarters. HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router V100R001 User Guide Issue Date Part Number 01 2010-04-01 202201 Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. Address: Website: Email: Huawei Industrial Base Bantian, Longgang Shenzhen 518129 People's Republic of China http://www.huaweidevice.com terminal@huawei.com
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HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide Contents Contents About This Document 1 1 Warnings and Precautions 1-1 2 Product Overview 2-1 2.1 Product Features...2-1 2.2 Hardware...2-2 2.2.1 Interfaces and Buttons 2-2 2.2.2 Indicators...2-2 3 Hardware Installation 3-1 3.1 Selecting a Position for the Router 3-1 3.2 Knowing Cable Connections 3-1 3.3 Powering On the Router 3-2 3.4 Installing the Router on an ADSL Broadband Network 3-3 3.5 Installing the Router on a CATV Broadband Network 3-6 3.6 Installing the Router on a Community Broadband Network...
HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide Contents Contents About This Document 1 1 Warnings and Precautions 1-1 2 Product Overview 2-1 2.1 Product Features...2-1 2.2 Hardware...2-2 2.2.1 Interfaces and Buttons 2-2 2.2.2 Indicators...2-2 3 Hardware Installation 3-1 3.1 Selecting a Position for the Router 3-1 3.2 Knowing Cable Connections 3-1 3.3 Powering On the Router 3-2 3.4 Installing the Router on an ADSL Broadband Network 3-3 3.5 Installing the Router on a CATV Broadband Network 3-6 3.6 Installing the Router on a Community Broadband Network...
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Contents HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide 6.5 Prohibiting PCs from Accessing Specified Web Sites 6-9 6.6 Setting the Available Bandwidth of a PC 6-10 6.7 Preventing Attacks on the Internet 6-11 6.8 Removing the Restriction ...
Contents HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide 6.5 Prohibiting PCs from Accessing Specified Web Sites 6-9 6.6 Setting the Available Bandwidth of a PC 6-10 6.7 Preventing Attacks on the Internet 6-11 6.8 Removing the Restriction ...
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HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide Figures Figures Figure 3-1 Cable connections between the router and other devices 3-2 Figure 3-2 Cable connections of an ADSL broadband network before the router is installed on the network ...3-4 Figure 3-3 Cable connections of an ADSL broadband network after the router is installed on the network ...3-5 Figure 3-4 Cable connections of a CATV broadband network before...
HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide Figures Figures Figure 3-1 Cable connections between the router and other devices 3-2 Figure 3-2 Cable connections of an ADSL broadband network before the router is installed on the network ...3-4 Figure 3-3 Cable connections of an ADSL broadband network after the router is installed on the network ...3-5 Figure 3-4 Cable connections of a CATV broadband network before...
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HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide Tables Tables Table 2-1 Interfaces and buttons of the router 2-2 Table 2-2 Indicators of the router 2-3 Table 3-1 Indicators that turn on after the router is powered on 3-2 Table 6-1 Rules for setting the password used for accessing a WLAN 6-5 Table 6-2 Protective effects of the preset protective levels of the firewall 6-11 Table 6-3 WDS working modes 6-17 Issue 01 (2010-04-01) v
HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide Tables Tables Table 2-1 Interfaces and buttons of the router 2-2 Table 2-2 Indicators of the router 2-3 Table 3-1 Indicators that turn on after the router is powered on 3-2 Table 6-1 Rules for setting the password used for accessing a WLAN 6-5 Table 6-2 Protective effects of the preset protective levels of the firewall 6-11 Table 6-3 WDS working modes 6-17 Issue 01 (2010-04-01) v
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... The symbols that may be found in equipment damage, data loss, performance degradation, or unexpected results. Product Name HG231f Version V100R001 Intended Audience This document is intended for installing and configuring the router. HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide About This Document About This Document Purpose This document describes the functions, features, and configuration methods...
... The symbols that may be found in equipment damage, data loss, performance degradation, or unexpected results. Product Name HG231f Version V100R001 Intended Audience This document is intended for installing and configuring the router. HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide About This Document About This Document Purpose This document describes the functions, features, and configuration methods...
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..., choose File > Create > Folder. Book titles are in boldface and separated by the ">" signs. For example, press Enter and press Tab. About This Document HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide General Conventions The general conventions that may be found in this document are defined as follows. Multi-level menus are in italics. Convention...
..., choose File > Create > Folder. Book titles are in boldface and separated by the ">" signs. For example, press Enter and press Tab. About This Document HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide General Conventions The general conventions that may be found in this document are defined as follows. Multi-level menus are in italics. Convention...
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Press the primary mouse button twice continuously and quickly without moving the pointer. Issue 01 (2010-04-01) 3 HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide Action Click Double-click About This Document Description Select and release the primary mouse button without moving the pointer.
Press the primary mouse button twice continuously and quickly without moving the pointer. Issue 01 (2010-04-01) 3 HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide Action Click Double-click About This Document Description Select and release the primary mouse button without moving the pointer.
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... not expose the device to the device and its accessories. z Do not place any fault, contact an authorized service center for assistance or repair. HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide 1 Warnings and Precautions 1 Warnings and Precautions To use the device properly and safely, read these warnings and precautions carefully and strictly observe them...
... not expose the device to the device and its accessories. z Do not place any fault, contact an authorized service center for assistance or repair. HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide 1 Warnings and Precautions 1 Warnings and Precautions To use the device properly and safely, read these warnings and precautions carefully and strictly observe them...
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... any smoke or unusual sound or smell, stop using the device, ensure that the power adapter meets the requirements of the device. 1 Warnings and Precautions HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide Precautions for example, in text or symbols.
... any smoke or unusual sound or smell, stop using the device, ensure that the power adapter meets the requirements of the device. 1 Warnings and Precautions HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide Precautions for example, in text or symbols.
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Do not use any cable. Otherwise, the cable may get damaged, causing malfunction of the device. z Use a clean, soft, and dry cloth to it off, and then remove all the cables connected to clean the device shell. HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide 1 Warnings and Precautions z Do not trample, pull, or overbend any cleaning agent or spray to clean the device shell. z Before cleaning the device, stop using it, power it . Issue 01 (2010-04-01) 1-3
Do not use any cable. Otherwise, the cable may get damaged, causing malfunction of the device. z Use a clean, soft, and dry cloth to it off, and then remove all the cables connected to clean the device shell. HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide 1 Warnings and Precautions z Do not trample, pull, or overbend any cleaning agent or spray to clean the device shell. z Before cleaning the device, stop using it, power it . Issue 01 (2010-04-01) 1-3
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... be expanded − Low radiation − Certification by the Wi-Fi Alliance z Integration of the functions of wireless access points (APs), routers, four-port switches, and firewalls z WLAN standards (IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n) and Ethernet standard (IEEE 802.3u... WLAN can connect various home terminal devices, such as accessing a broadband network in Point-to the Internet. HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide 2 Product Overview 2 Product Overview 2.1 Product Features The router is a network access device designed for home users and small or home office (SOHO) users.
... be expanded − Low radiation − Certification by the Wi-Fi Alliance z Integration of the functions of wireless access points (APs), routers, four-port switches, and firewalls z WLAN standards (IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n) and Ethernet standard (IEEE 802.3u... WLAN can connect various home terminal devices, such as accessing a broadband network in Point-to the Internet. HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide 2 Product Overview 2 Product Overview 2.1 Product Features The router is a network access device designed for home users and small or home office (SOHO) users.
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...to connect Ethernet devices that provide Internet access interfaces, such as modems and switches. WPS is lost. 2 Product Overview HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide z Traffic control through a Web-based configuration utility 2.2 Hardware 2.2.1 Interfaces and Buttons Table 2-1 describes the interfaces and buttons ... through which you can manage the downloading rate of a WLAN. Through the WPS function, you can access a WLAN on the router, press and hold the RESET button for easy and secure establishment of peer-to enable the WPS function. WPS Button used to ...
...to connect Ethernet devices that provide Internet access interfaces, such as modems and switches. WPS is lost. 2 Product Overview HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide z Traffic control through a Web-based configuration utility 2.2 Hardware 2.2.1 Interfaces and Buttons Table 2-1 describes the interfaces and buttons ... through which you can manage the downloading rate of a WLAN. Through the WPS function, you can access a WLAN on the router, press and hold the RESET button for easy and secure establishment of peer-to enable the WPS function. WPS Button used to ...
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... Blinking White On White Off Blinking White On - A connection is set up between the Internet and the WAN interface of the router and data is being transmitted on the WAN interface. The WLAN function is enabled and data is being transmitted on . NOTE This... Color Status POWER White On - A connection is set up between the router and a wireless client through a network cable, but the router is attempting to the Internet. The WPS function is disabled. HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide 2 Product Overview Table 2-2 Indicators of an Ethernet device (such as a ...
... Blinking White On White Off Blinking White On - A connection is set up between the Internet and the WAN interface of the router and data is being transmitted on the WAN interface. The WLAN function is enabled and data is being transmitted on . NOTE This... Color Status POWER White On - A connection is set up between the router and a wireless client through a network cable, but the router is attempting to the Internet. The WPS function is disabled. HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide 2 Product Overview Table 2-2 Indicators of an Ethernet device (such as a ...
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... a network cable and data is being transmitted. Status Blinking On Off Indicates A connection is set up between the corresponding LAN interface of the router and an Ethernet device (such as a PC) through a network cable, but no data is being transmitted. 2 Product Overview HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide Indicator LAN1-LAN4 Color White White -
... a network cable and data is being transmitted. Status Blinking On Off Indicates A connection is set up between the corresponding LAN interface of the router and an Ethernet device (such as a PC) through a network cable, but no data is being transmitted. 2 Product Overview HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide Indicator LAN1-LAN4 Color White White -
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... to the following precautions for the Router Place the router in a stable and well-ventilated place and do not expose it to direct sunlight, as a cement or wooden wall, exists between the router and other devices. HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide 3 Hardware Installation 3 ...Hardware Installation 3.1 Selecting a Position for a better performance of the WLAN: z Place the router in an open space and ensure that generate strong magnetic...
... to the following precautions for the Router Place the router in a stable and well-ventilated place and do not expose it to direct sunlight, as a cement or wooden wall, exists between the router and other devices. HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide 3 Hardware Installation 3 ...Hardware Installation 3.1 Selecting a Position for a better performance of the WLAN: z Place the router in an open space and ensure that generate strong magnetic...
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... through the WLAN that turn on. Laptop installed with electricity. Desktop computer installed with a wireless network adapter 3. 3 Hardware Installation HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide Figure 3-1 Cable connections between the router and other sections of this chapter. 3.3 Powering On the Router To power on the router, connect the power adapter to the POWER interface of the...
... through the WLAN that turn on. Laptop installed with electricity. Desktop computer installed with a wireless network adapter 3. 3 Hardware Installation HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide Figure 3-1 Cable connections between the router and other sections of this chapter. 3.3 Powering On the Router To power on the router, connect the power adapter to the POWER interface of the...
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...To access an ADSL network through your PC, you need to the Internet. A connection is set up between the WAN interface of the router and the Ethernet interface of an Ethernet device (such as an ADSL modem) through a network cable, but you can access the Internet through...an Ethernet interface used to connect a PC to use an ADSL modem. The WLAN function is enabled. Issue 01 (2010-04-01) 3-3 HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide 3 Hardware Installation Indicator INTERNET Color White Orange WLAN White LAN1-LAN4 White Status On On On On Indicates A physical connection is ...
...To access an ADSL network through your PC, you need to the Internet. A connection is set up between the WAN interface of the router and the Ethernet interface of an Ethernet device (such as an ADSL modem) through a network cable, but you can access the Internet through...an Ethernet interface used to connect a PC to use an ADSL modem. The WLAN function is enabled. Issue 01 (2010-04-01) 3-3 HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide 3 Hardware Installation Indicator INTERNET Color White Orange WLAN White LAN1-LAN4 White Status On On On On Indicates A physical connection is ...
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... Installation HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide Figure 3-2 Cable connections of the modem as an example of an ADSL broadband network after the router is installed on the network 1 POWER LAN 2 RESET ADSL 6 MODEM ## ### # PHONE LINE 5 3 4 1. Their interface types and cable connections, however, are similar to those of an ADSL broadband network before the router...
... Installation HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide Figure 3-2 Cable connections of the modem as an example of an ADSL broadband network after the router is installed on the network 1 POWER LAN 2 RESET ADSL 6 MODEM ## ### # PHONE LINE 5 3 4 1. Their interface types and cable connections, however, are similar to those of an ADSL broadband network before the router...
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HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide 3 Hardware Installation Figure 3-3 Cable connections of the router 4. Power adapter of an ADSL broadband network after the router is installed on the network POWER LAN4 RESET LAN3 LAN2 LAN1 WAN 1 8 POWER LAN RESET ADSL 2 7 MODEM ## ### # 3 4 1. Telephone line interface on...: Connect the ADSL modem as described in its user guide. Use a network cable to connect the WAN interface of the router to the Ethernet interface of the ADSL modem. Telephone 6. Use a network cable to connect any of the four LAN interfaces of the...
HUAWEI HG231f Wireless-N Router User Guide 3 Hardware Installation Figure 3-3 Cable connections of the router 4. Power adapter of an ADSL broadband network after the router is installed on the network POWER LAN4 RESET LAN3 LAN2 LAN1 WAN 1 8 POWER LAN RESET ADSL 2 7 MODEM ## ### # 3 4 1. Telephone line interface on...: Connect the ADSL modem as described in its user guide. Use a network cable to connect the WAN interface of the router to the Ethernet interface of the ADSL modem. Telephone 6. Use a network cable to connect any of the four LAN interfaces of the...