Huawei WS323 User Manual

WS323 300Mbps Wireless Router
User Guide
HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.

Huawei WS323 Specifications

General

Standards	IEEE 802.11b/g/n
Wireless Speed	Up to 300 Mbps
Frequency Band	2.4 GHz
Antenna	Internal
Product Type	Wireless Router
Maximum Data Rate	300 Mbps
Ports	1 x 10/100 Mbps WAN, 1 x 10/100 Mbps LAN
Security	WEP, WPA/WPA2

Summary

Product Overview

Supported Features

Details the supported features and technical specifications of the WS323.

Ports and Buttons

Describes the physical ports, buttons, and indicators on the WS323 device.

Indicators

Explains the meaning of different status and signal indicators on the WS323.

Hardware Installation

Application Modes

Details the three primary operating modes of the WS323: Router, Repeater, and Client.

Powering On

Provides instructions on how to connect the WS323 to a power source.

Setting the Computer IP Address

Guides on configuring computer IP settings required for network setup.

Wireless Connection Setup

Manually Setting Up a Wireless Connection

Step-by-step instructions for manually establishing a wireless network connection.

Setting Up a Wireless Connection Using the WPS Button

Guide for establishing a wireless connection quickly using the WPS button.

Configuring WiFi Router Mode

Setting Internet Access Parameters

Configuration steps for internet access parameters in WiFi Router mode.

Wireless Connection Setup

Instructions for establishing wireless connections while in WiFi Router mode.

Configuring WiFi Repeater Mode

Setting Internet Access Parameters

Configuration steps for internet access parameters in WiFi Repeater mode.

Wireless Connection Setup

Instructions for establishing wireless connections while in WiFi Repeater mode.

Configuring WiFi Client Mode

Setting Internet Access Parameters

Configuration steps for internet access parameters in WiFi Client mode.

Setting Up a Connection with a Computer

Steps to establish a connection with a computer when in WiFi Client mode.

Network Security

Hiding the WLAN Name

Instructions for hiding the wireless network name (SSID) for security.

Changing your WLAN Name and password

Procedure to change the WLAN name and password for enhanced security.

Using High Secure Encryption

Guide on configuring high-security encryption methods for wireless networks.

Allowing Only Specified PCs to Be Connected to a WLAN

Method to restrict WLAN access to specific PCs using MAC address filtering.

Controlling Computer Internet Access

Configuring internet access controls for computers using MAC filtering and time limits.

Configuring the Firewall

Steps to configure the built-in firewall for enhanced network security.

Filtering Out Inappropriate Websites

Procedure for using URL filtering to block access to specific websites.

Changing WLAN Repeater Mode Settings

Instructions for modifying specific settings within WLAN Repeater mode.

Maintenance Guide

Changing the Web Management Password

Procedure to change the password for accessing the web management interface.

Changing the IP Address Used to Log In to the Web management page

Guide on changing the WS323's IP address for web management access.

Restoring Default Settings

Steps to restore the WS323 to its original factory default settings.

Reference Operations

Enabling Wireless Configuration on Windows

Instructions to enable necessary wireless configuration services in Windows.

Checking the Computer MAC Address

Procedure to locate and view your computer's unique MAC address.

FAQs

What are the meanings of the WS323 signal indicator?

Explanation of the WS323 signal indicator lights and their meanings.

What Can I Do If I Cannot Open the Web Management Page?

Troubleshooting steps for accessing the web management page.

What Can I Do If the WS323 Cannot Access the Internet through a Wireless Network Adapter Sometimes or If the WLAN Connection Is Unsteady?

Troubleshooting tips for unstable internet access or WLAN connection issues.

What Is the Difference Between Wireless MAC Address Filtering and MAC Address Filtering?

Clarification of the difference between Wireless MAC Address Filtering and MAC Address Filtering.