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Huawei WS329 User Manual

Huawei WS329
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WS329 300Mbps Wireless Router
User Guide
HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.

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Huawei WS329 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Wi-Fi Bands2.4 GHz
Wireless StandardsIEEE 802.11b/g/n
Maximum Data Transfer Rate300 Mbps
Product TypeWireless Router
SecurityWPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, WEP

Summary

1 Product Overview

Supported Features

Details the key features of the WS329 wireless router, including Ethernet, network range, and firewall.

High-Speed Ethernet Connectivity

Explains how the WS329 provides WAN ports for high-speed Ethernet internet access.

Routing

Describes the router's routing capabilities, including IP address acquisition via PPP or DHCP.

WLAN

Details the WS329's support for various WLAN protocols and MIMO technology for high-speed wireless.

Bandwidth Control

Explains how the WS329 allocates bandwidth to manage network access for multiple devices.

WDS Wireless Bridging and Repeating

Describes the WDS function for expanding WLAN coverage by connecting multiple routers.

Firewall

Highlights the built-in firewall for protection against online threats and malicious attacks.

Parental Controls

Explains how parents can manage children's internet usage by setting time limits or blocking websites.

Indicators

Explains the status and meaning of various indicator lights on the WS329.

2 Hardware Installation

Selecting an Installation Location

Guides on choosing an optimal placement for the WS329 for best performance and signal.

Connecting the WS329 on a DSL Broadband Network

Guides connection of WS329 to a telephone port for DSL broadband access.

Connecting the WS329 on an Ethernet Broadband Network

Guides connection of WS329 to an Ethernet port for broadband access.

Installing the WS329 on a Cable Broadband Network

Guides connection of WS329 to an Ethernet port for cable broadband access.

Connecting a Computer or Other Devices

Explains how to connect computers, smartphones, and other devices to the network.

Powering On

Details the steps to power on the WS329 router and check indicator lights.

3 Setting Network Parameters

Setting the Computer IP Address

Guides on configuring the computer's IP address for accessing the WS329 management page.

Logging In to the Web Management Page

Steps to access the WS329's web management interface using default credentials.

Configuring the Internet Connection

Guides on setting up the internet connection parameters for the WS329.

Setting Dial-Up Connection Parameters

Instructions for configuring dial-up connection parameters, specifically PPPoE on Windows.

4 Wireless Connection Setup

Setting Up a Wireless Connection Using the WPS Button

Explains how to quickly set up a wireless connection using the WPS button.

Manually Setting Up a Wireless Connection

Guides on manually setting up a wireless connection using Windows software.

Manually Setting Up a Wireless Connection on Windows 7

Step-by-step instructions for manually connecting to a wireless network on Windows 7.

Manually Setting Up a Wireless Connection on Windows XP

Step-by-step instructions for manually connecting to a wireless network on Windows XP.

5 Network Security

Improving WLAN Security

Methods to enhance WLAN security, including hiding SSID and changing passwords.

Controlling Computer Internet Access

How to prohibit or allow specific PCs internet access and set time restrictions.

Controlling Computer Bandwidth

Policies to control bandwidth allocation for connected computers.

Configure the Firewall to Prevent Attacks on the Internet

Explains how to configure the firewall to protect against online attacks.

6 Enabling and Disabling the WLAN on the WS329

Using the WLAN Button

Describes how to enable or disable the WLAN using the physical button on the WS329.

Using the Web Management Page

Provides steps to enable/disable WLAN via the WS329's web management interface.

7 Expanding WLAN Coverage

Find and record the wireless MAC addresses of the two WS329

Steps to find and record MAC addresses of WS329 devices for WDS setup.

Set the WLAN parameters of the two WS329

Steps to configure WLAN parameters like SSID, encryption, and key for WDS setup.

Configure the WDS function of the two WS329

Details on configuring the WDS function between two WS329 devices.

8 Maintenance Guide

Changing the IP Address Used to Log In to the Web Management Page

How to change the WS329's IP address for login and security purposes.

Changing the Web Management Page User Name and Password

Instructions for changing the login username and password for the web management page.

Configuration Backup

How to back up the WS329's configuration file for quick restoration.

Restoring Default Settings

Steps to restore the WS329 to its default factory settings.

Using the Reset Button

How to use the reset button to restore the WS329 to its default settings.

Restoring Configuration by Importing Backup File

How to restore WS329 configuration using a previously saved backup file.

Upgrading Firmware

Steps to upgrade the WS329 firmware using the web management page.

9 Reference Operations

Enabling Wireless Configuration on Windows

Guides on enabling wireless configuration services in Windows XP, 7, and Vista.

Checking the Computer MAC Address

How to find the MAC address of a computer on Windows.

Checking the Computer MAC Address on Windows 7

Step-by-step guide to finding a computer's MAC address on Windows 7.

Checking the Computer MAC Address on Windows XP

Step-by-step guide to finding a computer's MAC address on Windows XP.

10 FAQS

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

Troubleshooting steps for issues opening the WS329 web management page.

How Can I Restrict My Computer to Specified Websites?

How to use URL filtering to restrict computer access to specific websites.

I Often Need to Restart the WS329 to Display Web Pages. What Can I Do?

Troubleshooting for frequent WS329 restarts needed for web page display.

Can I Change the WLAN Password?

Confirms that the WLAN password can be changed for security.

11 Appendix

Technical Specifications

Lists the technical specifications of the WS329 wireless router.

Default Settings

Outlines the default configuration parameters for the WS329.

13 Legal Notice

Trademarks and Permissions

Information on trademarks and permissions related to Huawei products.

Notice

Notes on software, capacities, and network provider limitations.

DISCLAIMER

Legal disclaimer regarding warranties, liability, and product use.

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