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Huawei WS550 User Manual

Huawei WS550
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WS550 450Mbps Wireless Router
User Guide

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Huawei WS550 Specifications

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BrandHuawei
ModelWS550
CategoryNetwork Router
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Product Overview

Supported Features

Details the capabilities and features offered by the WS550 router.

Ports and Buttons

Identifies and describes the physical ports and buttons on the WS550 router.

Indicators

Explains the status and meaning of various indicator lights on the WS550.

Hardware Installation

Selecting an Installation Location

Provides guidelines for choosing the best place to install the WS550 router.

Connecting the WS550 on an Ethernet Broadband Network

Details how to connect the WS550 to an Ethernet broadband connection.

Connecting the WS550 on a DSL Broadband Network

Explains how to connect the WS550 to a DSL broadband network.

Installing the WS550 on a Cable Broadband Network

Guides on connecting the WS550 to a cable broadband network.

Connecting a Computer or Other Devices

Describes how to connect devices like computers and smartphones to the WS550.

Powering On

Instructions on how to turn on the WS550 router and expected indicator status.

Setting Network Parameters

Setting the Computer IP Address

Steps to configure the computer's IP address for accessing the WS550.

Initial configuration

Guides the first-time setup process for the WS550 router, including network and Wi-Fi settings.

Logging In to the Web Management Page

Instructions on how to access and log into the WS550's web management interface.

Setting Network Access Parameters

How to configure the WS550's internet connection settings via the web interface.

Setting Dial-Up Connection Parameters

Steps to set up a dial-up (PPPoE) connection for the WS550 on Windows 7.

Wireless Connection Setup

Setting Up a Wireless Connection Using the WPS Button

How to establish a wireless connection between WS550 and WPS-capable devices.

Manually Setting Up a Wireless Connection

Steps to manually connect to the WS550's Wi-Fi network using Windows.

Network Security

Improving WLAN Security

General tips for enhancing the security of your wireless network.

Changing Your WLAN Name and Password

Instructions to change the SSID and password for better WLAN security.

Allowing Only Specified Computers to Access Your WLAN

How to configure MAC filtering to restrict access to the WLAN.

Controlling Computer Internet Access

Sets time restrictions for when computers can access the internet.

Filtering Out Inappropriate Websites

Uses URL filtering to block access to specific websites.

Controlling Computer Bandwidth

Manages bandwidth allocation for connected computers.

Configure the Firewall to Prevent Attacks on the Internet

Details how to set up the firewall to protect against online threats.

The Description of Firewall Level

Explains the different firewall levels (High, Low, Disabled) and their effects.

Configuring the Firewall

Step-by-step guide to setting the firewall level on the WS550.

WLAN Configuration

Expanding WLAN Coverage

Uses WDS to set up wireless connections between WS550 devices to extend coverage.

Turning On Smart Coverage

Enables smart coverage for synchronized wireless settings across Huawei devices.

Enabling and Disabling the WLAN on the WS550

Instructions to enable or disable the 2.4 GHz WLAN function on the WS550.

Maintenance Guide

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

How to change the WS550's IP address for accessing the management page.

Changing the Web Management Page Password

Steps to change the password for logging into the WS550's web interface.

Configuration Backup

How to back up the WS550's configuration settings.

Restoring Default Settings

How to restore the WS550 to its factory default settings using the web interface.

Using the Configuration Tool

Instructions for restoring default settings via the configuration tool.

Using the Reset Button

How to reset the WS550 to factory defaults using the physical reset button.

Restoring Configuration by Importing Backup File

How to restore WS550 settings by uploading a previously saved configuration file.

Upgrading Software

Guide on how to update the WS550's firmware online.

Power Saving Settings

Configures the WS550's LED indicators and Wi-Fi function for power saving.

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Reference Operations

Enabling Wireless Configuration on Windows

Steps to ensure wireless configuration services are enabled in Windows.

Checking the Computer MAC Address

How to find your computer's MAC address on Windows 7.

FAQs

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

Troubleshooting steps for accessing the WS550's web management interface.

How Can I Restrict My Computer to Specified Websites?

Guidance on using URL filtering to allow access to specific websites.

I Often Need to Restart the WS550 to Display Web Pages. What Can I Do?

Troubleshooting common issues causing frequent WS550 reboots.

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

Clarifies the distinction between wireless and general MAC address filtering.

Can I Change the WLAN Password?

Confirms that the WLAN password can be changed.

Appendix

Technical Specifications

Lists the technical specifications of the WS550 router.

Default Settings

Details the default values for key parameters like IP address and WLAN name.

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