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Device Type | ADSL Modem Router |
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Wireless Standard | IEEE 802.11b/g/n |
Wireless Speed | Up to 300 Mbps |
Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz |
WAN Interface | 1 x RJ11 |
LAN Interface | 4 x RJ45 |
Security | WEP, WPA, WPA2 |
ADSL Standards | ADSL2, ADSL2+ |
Details the features supported by the HG532d router for home and small office use.
Highlights the HG532d's ADSL2+ processor for high-speed Internet access via DSL.
Explains the HG532d's routing capabilities, including IP address acquisition via PPP or DHCP.
Details WLAN support, including 802.11b/g/n, MIMO technology, and 300Mbps speed.
Covers IP bandwidth control for allocating bandwidth to different computers on the network.
Explains how to set up wireless connections using the WPS button on the HG532d.
Details the WDS function for setting up wireless connections between routers to extend WLAN coverage.
Covers automatic tuning for Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI).
Highlights the built-in firewall for protection against viruses and malicious attacks.
Explains ARP attack protection by binding IP and MAC addresses.
Guidance on placing the HG532d for optimal performance, avoiding obstacles and interference.
Instructions on connecting the HG532d to a telephone port and devices via Ethernet.
Steps to power on the HG532d using the power button.
Connects to a DSL filter or phone socket for Internet access.
Connects to Ethernet devices like computers, set-top boxes, and switches.
Restores HG532d to default settings when held for 6+ seconds while powered on.
Powers the HG532d device on or off.
Connects to the power adapter.
Initiates Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) negotiation for wireless connections.
Enables or disables the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) function.
Details the status and meaning of Power, Internet, and ADSL indicators.
Details the status and meaning of WLAN, WPS, and LAN indicators.
Instructions for setting the computer's IP address to obtain automatically for login.
Steps to access the HG532d's web management interface using a browser.
Guides on configuring network connection parameters for Internet access.
Instructions for setting up dial-up connection parameters for PPPoE on Windows.
Instructions for establishing a wireless connection using the WPS button.
Steps to manually configure a wireless connection using Windows software.
Steps to connect to a wireless network in Windows 7.
Steps to connect to a wireless network in Windows XP.
Methods to enhance WLAN security, including hiding the SSID and changing passwords.
Steps to hide the wireless network name (SSID) for enhanced security.
Instructions for regularly changing the WLAN name and password.
Adopting WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK and AES for secure wireless encryption.
Configuring MAC address filtering (whitelist) to permit specific devices access.
Using MAC address filtering to restrict or permit Internet access for specific computers.
Using URL filtering to prevent access to specific websites.
Configuring bandwidth control policies for different computers on the network.
Setting the firewall level to enhance network security.
Methods to enable or disable the WLAN function using the button or web interface.
Using WDS to set up wireless connections between HG532d devices to extend coverage.
Configuring the first HG532d as a Central Base Station for WDS.
Procedure to change the HG532d's IP address used for logging into the web interface.
Steps to change the login username and password for enhanced security.
Methods to restore the HG532d to its factory default settings.
Restoring default settings via the web management page configuration tool.
Restoring default settings by pressing the physical reset button on the HG532d.
Steps to enable wireless configuration services on Windows XP and Windows 7/Vista.
Guide on how to find your computer's MAC address in Windows 7 and Windows XP.
Steps to find the MAC address via Network Connection Status in Windows 7.
Steps to find the MAC address via Network Connections in Windows XP.
Troubleshooting steps if the router's web management interface is inaccessible.
Diagnosing and resolving issues with intermittent or unsteady wireless connections.
Troubleshooting steps when the HG532d fails to provide Internet access.
Addressing issues where the HG532d requires frequent restarts to display web pages.
Clarifying the distinction between Wireless MAC Address Filtering and MAC Address Filtering.