Huawei HG256 Owner's Manual

HUAWEI HG256 Home Gateway

User Guide

HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.

HUAWEI HG256

V100R001

User Guide

Issue 03

Date 2010-06-09

Part Number 202238

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Contents

1 Warnings and Precautions ..................................................................................1-1

2 Product Overview................................................................................................. 2-1

2.1 Product Features.......................................................................................................... 2-1

2.2 Hardware..................................................................................................................... 2-1

2.2.1 Interfaces and Buttons..................................................................................... 2-1

2.2.2 Indicators......................................................................................................... 2-2

3 Hardware Installation and Quick Start ............................................................3-1

3.1 Selecting a Position for the HG256............................................................................. 3-1

3.2 Knowing Cable Connections....................................................................................... 3-1

3.3 Powering On the HG256............................................................................................. 3-2

3.4 Logging In to the Web-Based Configuration Utility................................................... 3-3

4 Configuration of WLAN Parameters.................................................................4-1

4.1 Setting the WLAN Parameters of the Router .............................................................. 4-1

4.2 Setting Up a Wireless Connection by the WPS Button............................................... 4-1

4.3 Setting Up a Wireless Connection Manually............................................................... 4-1

5 Configuration of VoIP ......................................................................................... 5-1

5.1 Networking..................................................................................................................5-1

5.2 Configuration Procedure ............................................................................................. 5-2

6 Configuring Frequently Used Functions.......................................................... 6-1

6.1 Enabling or Disabling the WLAN Function................................................................ 6-1

6.2 Improving the Security of a WLAN ............................................................................ 6-1

6.2.1 Hiding the Name of a WLAN ......................................................................... 6-1

6.2.2 Changing the Name of a WLAN..................................................................... 6-3

6.2.3 Using Secure Encryption................................................................................. 6-3

6.2.4 Allowing Only Specified PCs to Be Connected to a WLAN .......................... 6-5

6.3 Using the Home Storage Function...............................................................................6-7

6.4 Controlling the Internet Access Rights of PCs............................................................ 6-9

6.5 Prohibiting PCs from Accessing Specified Web Sites .............................................. 6-10

6.6 Preventing Attacks on the Internet ............................................................................ 6-11

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7 Maintenance Guide.............................................................................................. 7-1

7.1 Changing the Password of the Web-based Configuration Utility ................................ 7-1

7.2 Changing the Login IP Address of the Web-based Configuration Utility ................... 7-1

7.3 Backing Up or Importing a Configuration File ........................................................... 7-2

7.4 Restoring Default Settings........................................................................................... 7-3

7.5 Upgrading Software .................................................................................................... 7-4

8 FAQs........................................................................................................................ 8-1

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Figures

Figure 3-1 Cable connections........................................................................................... 3-2

Figure 5-1 Network model of voice services .................................................................... 5-1

Figure 6-1 Home storage connection................................................................................ 6-8

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Tables

Table 2-1 Interfaces and buttons of the HG256 ................................................................2-1

Table 2-2 Indicators of the HG256 ................................................................................... 2-2

Table 6-1 Rules for setting the password used for accessing a WLAN............................. 6-4

Table 6-2 Protective effects of the preset protective levels of the firewall...................... 6-12

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To use the device properly and safely, read these warnings and precautions carefully and strictly observe them during operation. Unless otherwise specified, the term "device" refers to the devic

1 Warnings and Precautions

e and its accessories.

Basic R

Enviro

equirements

During storage, transportation, and operation of the device, keep it dry and prevent it from colliding with other objects.

Do not dismantle the device. In case of any fault, contact an authorized service center for assistance or repair.

Without authorization, no organization or individual can change the mechanical, safety, or performance design of the device.

When using the device, observe all applicable laws and regulations and respect the legal rights of other people.

nmental Requirements for Using the Device

Before connecting and disconnecting cables, stop using the device, and then disconnect it from the power supply. Ensure that your hands are dry du operation.

Keep the device far from sources of heat and fire, such as a heater or a candle.

Keep the device far from electronic electric fields, such as a microwave oven or a refrigerator.

Place the device on a stable surface.

Place the d

evice in a cool and well-ventilated indoor area. Do not expose the device to direct sunlight. Use the device in an area with a temperature ranging from 0°C to 40°C.

Do not block the openings on the device with any object. Reserve a minimum space of 10 cm around the device for heat dissipation.

Do not place any object (such as a candle or a water container) on the device. If any foreign object or

liquid enters the device, stop using the device immediately, power it off, remove all the cables connected to it, and then contact an authorized service center.

During thunderstorms, power off the device, and then remove all the cables connected to it to prevent it from getting damaged due to lightning strikes.

appliances that generate strong magnetic or

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Precau

tions for Using Wireless Devices

The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons.

Do not use the device where using wireless devices is prohibited or may cause interference or danger.

The radio waves generated by the device may interfere with the operation of electronic medical devices. If you are using any electrical m manufacturer for the restrictions on the use of the device.

Do not take the devi care units (CCUs).

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edical device, contact its

ce into operating rooms, intensive care units (ICUs), or coronary

Areas w

Access

Safety

Mainte

ith Inflammables and Explosives

Do not use the device where inflammables or explosives are stored, for example, in a gas station, oil depot, or chemical plant. Otherwise, explosions

or fires may occur. In

addition, follow the instructions indicated in text or symbols.

Do not store

or transport the device in the same box as inflammable liquids, gases, or

explosives.

ory Requirements

Use only the accessories supplied or authorized by the device manufacturer. Otherwise, the performance of the device may get affected, the warranty for the device or the laws and regulations related to telecommunications terminals may become null and void, or an injury may occur.

Do not use the power adapter if its cable is damaged. Otherwise, electric shocks or fires may occur.

Ensure that the

power adapter meets the specifications indicated on the device

nameplate.

Ensure that the power adapter meets the requirements of Clause 2.5 in IEC60950-1

/EN60950-1 and it is tested and approved according to national or local

standards.

of Children

Keep the device and its accessories out of the reach of children. Otherwise, they m damage the device and its accessories by mistake, or they may swallow the sm components of the dev

ice, causing suffocation or other dangerous situations.

nance

If the device is not used for a long time, power it off, and then remove all the cables connected to it.

If any exception occurs, for example, if the device emits any smoke or unusual sound or smell, stop using the device immediately, power it off, re connected to it, and then contact an authorized service center.

move all the cables

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Do not trample, pull, or overbend any cable. Otherwise, the cable may get damaged, causing malfunct

Before cleaning the device, stop using it, power it off, and then remove all the cables connected to it.

Use a clean, soft, and dry cloth to clean the device shell. Do not use any cleaning agent or spray to clean the device shell.

1 Warnings and Precautions

ion of the device.

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2 Product Overview

2.1 Pr

oduct Features

The HUAWEI HG256 home gateway (hereinafter referred to as the HG256) provides a user-friendly GUI, complemented by a fresh and unique appearance. On the network side, it provides a high-speed Gigabit Ethernet interface for wide area network (WA N ) access. It supports the wireless local area network (WLAN) function on the user side and provides four Ethernet interfaces through which you can conn devices, such as personal computers (PCs) and Internet Protocol (IP) set-top boxes (STBs), to the Internet. It supports the following functions:

Accessing the Internet through a Gigabit Ethernet (GE) interface to pro high-speed broadband access

Provides the Voice over IP (VoIP) service and supports value-added services.

IP quality of service (QoS).

The HG256 is fully compatible with the TR-069 standard of the DSL For provides ideal remote management and diagnosis functions.

Local and remote configuration through a Web-based configuration utility.

2.2 Hardware

2.2.1 In

terfaces and Buttons

Table 2-1 the HG256.

T but 56

Interface or Button Description

POWER

RESET

LAN1–LAN4

describes the interfaces and buttons of

able 2-1 Interfaces and tons of the HG2

ect various home terminal

services.

um and

Interface used to connect the power adapter to the HG256.

To restore the factory settings of the HG256, pres 3s, and then

OTE

When the factory settings are restored, your custom data is lost. Therefore, use the RESET button with caution.

Ethernet interfaces used to connect Ethernet devices, such as PCs, to the HG256.

s and hold the R

release the button.

the HG256, power on ESET button for at least

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Interface or Button Description

PHONE It is used to connect the phone to the HG256.

WAN

WPS Button used to enable the WPS function.

WLAN It is used to enable or disable the WLAN function.

ON/OFF It is used to power on or off the HG256.

WPS is a standard for easy and secure establishment of a WLAN. Through the WPS function, you can access a WLAN on yo and passw

ord of the WLAN.

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Ethernet interface used to connect E

thernet devices that

provide Internet access interfaces.

ur wireless terminal devices securely without entering the name

2.2.2 In

dicators

Table 2-2 the HG256.

T icat e

Indicator Color Status Indicates

WAN

INTERNET

describes the indicators of

able 2-2 Ind ors of th HG256

Gr een On The HG256 is powered on. POWER

- Off The HG256 is powered off.

Green Blinking

Green On

- Off

Green On

Red On

- Off

The LAN connection is successfully established and data is being transmit

The LAN connection is successfully established but no data is being transmit

The HG256 is powered off or the L connection is not yet established.

A connection is set up between the Internet and the data is bein interface.

A physical connection is set up, but the HG256 is not connected to the Internet.

No network cable is connected to the WA interface, or the HG256 is powered off.

ted.

WAN interface of the HG256, b

g transmitted on the WAN

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Indicator Color Status Indicates

WLAN

VOIP

LAN1, LAN2,

LAN3, LAN4

USB

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Green Blinking

Green

The WLAN function is enabled and data is being transm

itted on the WLAN.

The WLAN function is enabled, but no da being transmitted on the WLAN

- Off The WLAN function is disabled.

Green On

The HG256 is successfully registered with the SIP server.

- Off

The HG256 is powered off or fails to registered with the SIP server.

Green Blinking

A connection is set up between the corresponding LAN interface of the H and an Ethern

et device (such as a PC) through

a network cable and data is being tran

Green On

A connection is set up between the corresponding LAN interface of the HG and an Ethernet device (such as a PC) a network cable, but no data is being transmitted.

- Off

No connection is set up between the corresponding LAN interface of the HG256 and an Ethernet device (such as a PC).

Green Blinking

The USB connection is successful established and data is being transmitted.

Green On

The USB connection is successfully established but no data is being transmitted.

- Off

The HG256 is powered off or the USB connection is not yet established.

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