HG532d 300Mbps Wireless ADSL2+ Router
User Guide
HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Supported Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Ports and Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Selecting an Installation Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Connecting Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Powering On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Setting Network Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Setting the Computer IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Logging In to the Web Management Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Configuring the Internet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Setting Dial-Up Connection Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Wireless Connection Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Setting Up a Wireless Connection Using the WPS Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Manually Setting Up a Wireless Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Network Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Improving WLAN Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Controlling Computer Internet Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Filtering Out Inappropriate Websites. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Controlling Computer Bandwidth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Configuring the Firewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
WLAN Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Enabling and Disabling the WLAN on the HG532d. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Expanding WLAN Coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Maintenance Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Changing the IP Address Used to Log In to the Web Management Page . . . . . . 35
Changing the Web Management Page User Name and Password . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Restoring Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Reference Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Enabling Wireless Configuration on Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Checking the Computer MAC Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
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FAQs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
What Can I Do If I Cannot Open the Web Management Page? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
What Can I Do If the HG532d Cannot Access the Internet through a Wireless Net-
work Adapter Sometimes or If the WLAN Connection Is Unsteady? . . . . . . . . . . 42
What Can I Do If I Cannot Access the Internet? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
I Often Need to Restart the HG532d to Display Web Pages. What Can I Do?. . . 45
What Is the Difference Between Wireless MAC Address Filtering and MAC Address
Filtering? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Default Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
For More Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Legal Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
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1 Product Overview
Supported Features
The HG532d 300Mbps Wireless ADSL2+ Router (HG532d for short) is a high-speed wireless router
designed for home and small office use. This chapter describes the features supported by the HG532d.
High-Bandwidth DSL Connectivity
The HG532d incorporates a high-performance ADSL2+ processor and provides high-speed Internet
access and abundant services to be delivered through the digital subscriber line (DSL).
Routing
The HG532d supports routing. It can obtain an IP address through PPP dial-up or Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol (DHCP), which provides simultaneous access for multiple devices.
WLAN
The HG532d supports multiple WLAN protocols, including 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz). Adopting 802.11n
multiple-input multiple-output antennas (MIMO) technology, the HG532d delivers a wireless
transmission rate of up to 300Mbps with its dual antennas. In addition, the HG532d supports multiple
wireless encryption modes to provide a secure, reliable, and high-speed WLAN.
Bandwidth Control
The HG532d supports IP bandwidth control and allocates bandwidth to different computers within your
home based on Internet access requirements. Your family can then access the Internet, play online
games, and watch videos without interfering with each other.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup
You can set up wireless connections between the HG532d and Wi-Fi enabled devices by pressing the
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button.
WDS Wireless Bridging and Repeating
The wireless distribution system (WDS) function in wireless bridging or wireless repeating mode
enables you to set up wireless connections between wireless routers to implement large-scale WLAN
coverage.
PVC Automatic Tuning
The HG532d offers a permanent virtual circuit (PVC) for automatic tuning. It can automatically detect
the virtual path identifier (VPI) and virtual channel identifier (VCI) for your area, eliminating all
configuration needs.
Firewall
The powerful built-in firewall effectively protects against viruses and malicious attacks.
ARP Attack Protection
You can bundle an IP address and MAC address bi-directionally, which effectively protects your LAN
from Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) attacks.
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Parental Controls
ADSL LAN4 LAN3 LAN2 LAN1
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ADSL
LAN3
4
Reset On/Off Power
WPS
WLAN
Parents can control their children's computer usage by placing time limits on usage duration or
forbidding access to certain websites.
Easy Configuration and Management
The HG532d provides password-protected web-based management pages to protect your personal
data.
Ports and Buttons
No. Item Description
1 ADSL Connects to a DSL filter or phone socket.
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LAN1 ～ LAN4
3 Reset
4 On/Off Powers the HG532d on or off.
5 Power Connects to a power adapter.
6 WPS Starts Wi-Fi protected setup (WPS) negotiation.
7 WLAN Enables or disables the WLAN function.
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Connects to Ethernet devices, such as computers, set-top boxes
(STBs), and switches.
Restores the HG532d to its default settings after you press and
hold this button for 6 seconds or more while the HG532d is
powered on.
A reset will result in all custom data and settings being lost.
Use with caution.
Indicators
Indicator Status Description
Power
Internet
ADSL
Steady green The HG532d is powered on.
Off The HG532d is powered off.
Steady green
Blinking green
Off
Steady green
Blinking green A DSL connection is being activated.
Off
The HG532d is connected to the Internet in router
mode, but no data is being transmitted.
The HG532d is connected to the Internet in router
mode, and data is being transmitted.
> The HG532d is in router mode, but not connected to
the Internet.
> The HG532d is in bridge mode.
A digital subscriber line (DSL) connection has been
set up and activated.
No DSL connection has been set up, or the DSL
connection is faulty.
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Indicator Status Description
The HG532d has WLAN enabled, but is not
transmitting data.
The HG532d has WLAN enabled, and data is being
transmitted.
The HG532d is connected to a wireless client, such as
a computer with a wireless network adapter, over the
WLAN using the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
function.
The HG532d is attempting to connect to a wireless
client over the WLAN using the WPS function.
The LAN port is connected to an Ethernet device
(such as a computer) with a network cable, but no
data is being transmitted.
The LAN port is connected to an Ethernet device with
a network cable, and data is being transmitted.
WLAN
WPS
LAN1 ～ LAN4
Steady green
Blinking green
Off WLAN is disabled.
Steady green
Blinking green
Off WPS is disabled.
Steady green
Blinking green
Off The LAN port is not connected to any Ethernet device.
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2 Hardware Installation
ADSL LAN4 LAN3 LAN2 LAN1
Reset On/Off Power
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LINE
MODEM
PHONE
HG532d
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3
4
5
Telephone wall jack
Power adapter
Selecting an Installation Location
Place the HG532d on a well-ventilated even surface without exposure to direct sunlight. For the best
possible performance, take note of the following:
> Make sure there are no obstacles, such as concrete or wooden walls, between the computer
and HG532d.
> Ensure that the computer and HG532d are far from electric appliances that generate strong
magnetic or electric fields, such as microwave ovens.
Connecting Cables
If you have subscribed to digital subscriber line (DSL) broadband, you can connect the HG532d to a
telephone port for Internet access.
Connect your devices in the sequence indicated in the following figure.
When configuring the HG532d for the first time, use an Ethernet cable to connect the HG532d
to a computer.
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Powering On
Power
ADSL LAN4 LAN3 LAN2 LAN1
Reset On/Off Power
To power on the HG532d, press its power button.
After the HG532d is powered on, the HG532d indicator turns on. The following table lists how the
indicators behave when the HG532d is operating correctly. If the indicators do not behave as expected,
ensure that everything is plugged in correctly.
Indicator Expected State
Power Steady on
Steady on or blinking
ADSL
LAN Steady on or blinking (indicator of the connected LAN port)
The blinking may last from 40 seconds to 3 minutes. When the
indicator stops blinking and remains on, the HG532d is working
correctly.
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3 Setting Network Parameters
Setting the Computer IP Address
Before logging in to the HG532d web management page, set the IP address of the computer that will
be used for the login.
On Windows 7
1. Choose start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.
2. Choose Change adapter settings. Right-click Local Area Connection and choose
Properties.
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3. Double-click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address
automatically. Click OK.
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On Windows XP
1. Choose start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections.
2. Click Network Connections. Right-click Local Area Connection and choose Properties
from the shortcut menu.
3. Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
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4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address
automatically. Click OK.
Logging In to the Web Management Page
The HG532d provides an intuitive web management page where you can view or set the HG532d
parameters.
Before you log in to the HG532d web management page, ensure that the computer used for the login
is connected to the HG532d and has been configured to automatically obtain an IP address or
assigned with a static IP address.
1. Open a browser. In the address box, enter 192.168.1.1. Press Enter.
2. Enter the login user name (admin by default) and password (admin by default). Click Login.
To protect against unauthorized access, change the user name and password after the first
login.
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Configuring the Internet Connection
When you install the HG532d for the first time, you need to configure the HG532d. The HG532d
supports quick configuration page. You can quickly configure the network connection parameters
through the quick configuration page.
1. Log in to the Web management page.
2. Select a network connection type and set the network connection parameters.
> If you selected PPPoE or Static, enter the parameters provided by your Internet Service
Provider (ISP) and click Connect.
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> If you selected Bridge or DHCP , click Connect.
If you selected PPPoE, Static, or DHCP, the computer automatically connects to the Internet
as long as the HG532d is working correctly. If you selected Bridge, use the dial-up software
on the computer to set up a dial-up connection each time you want to access the Internet.
If Did not get an available network connection is displayed, set the VPI and VCI to the
values obtained from your ISP and click Connect.
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3. If Network connected successfully is displayed, the HG532d is connected to the Intenet.
You can click Configure Wireless to modify the wireless settings.
4. Enter the SSID (WLAN name) and key and click Next.
To obtain the default SSID and key, check the label on the rear panel. To better secure your
WLAN, promptly change the SSID and key.
5. In the displayed Wireless config successful page, click Completed to complete the
configuration.
Setting Dial-Up Connection Parameters
When the HG532d works in Bridge mode you need to perform this operation. The other three
connection types PPPoE, DHCP and Static do not need to perform this operation.
Before setting dial-up connection parameters, verify that the HG532d is correctly connected to your
computer and you have the dial-up connection account name and password provided by your Internet
service provider (ISP). This section demonstrates how to set up a Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet
(PPPoE) connection on Windows.
On Windows 7
1. Choose start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.
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2. Under Change your networking settings, click Set up a new connection or network.
3. In the Set Up a Connection a Network window, select Connect to the Internet and click
Next.
4. Click Broadband (PPPoE).
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