Huawei HG658 User Manual V2

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HG658 V2 Home Gateway
User Guide
Contents
1 Product Overview
1 Supported Features
2 Ports and Buttons
2 Hardware Installation
6 Selecting an Installation Location
6 Installing the HG658 V2 on a DSL Broadband Network
7Powering On
3 Setting Network Parameters
8 Setting the Computer IP Address
8 Logging In to the Web Management Page
8 Setting Network Access Parameters
4 Wireless Connection Setup
11 Setting Up a Wireless Connection Using the WPS Button
11 Manually Setting Up a Wireless Connection
5 WLAN Configuration
12 Enabling and Disabling the WLAN on the HG658 V2
12 Changing Your WLAN Name and Password
6 Network Security
14 Improving WLAN Security
17 Controlling Computer Internet Access
17 Filtering Out Inappropriate Websites
18 Controlling Computer Bandwidth
20 Configure the Firewall to Prevent Attacks on the Internet
21 Configure DMZ
22 Configure Application Filter
23 Configure Port Forwarding
25 Configure Routing
26 Configure UPnP
7 IP Telephony
27 Introduction to IP Telephony
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27 Configuring VoIP
29 Placing a VoIP Call
8 USB Device
30 USB Storage Device
30 Connecting a USB Device
32 Configure DLNA
33 Sharing a USB Printer
9 Maintenance Guide
34 Changing the IP Address Used to Log In to the Web Management Page
34 Changing the Web Management Page User Name and Password
35 Restoring Default Settings
36 Upgrading Firmware
36 Using Ping Tool Diagnose Network
37 Using Tracert Tool Diagnose Network
10 Reference Operations
38 Setting Dial-Up Connection Parameters
40 Enabling Wireless Configuration on Windows
41 Checking the Computer MAC Address
11 FAQs
43 What Can I Do If I Cannot Open the Web Management Page?
43 What Can I Do If the HG658 V2 Cannot Access the Internet through a Wireless Network
Adapter Sometimes or If the WLAN Connection Is Unsteady?
43 What Can I Do If I Cannot Access the Internet?
45 I Often Need to Restart the HG658 V2 to Display Web Pages. What Can I Do?
45 What Is the Difference Between Wireless MAC Address Filtering and MAC Address
Filtering?
45 Can I Change the WLAN Password?
12 Appendix
46 Technical Specifications
47 Default Settings
13 For More Help
14 Legal Notice
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Product Overview

Supported Features

The HG658 V2 Home Gateway (HG658 V2 for short) is a high-speed wireless router designed for home
and small office use. This chapter describes the features supported by the HG658 V2.
Digital subscriber line (DSL) provides rugged stability, and with the WPS button, zero configuration
is required for connections to multiple devices.
Network range allows any device in a home to be connected with a transmission rate of up to
300Mbps.
A powerful firewall is provided with a flexible network configuration and quality of service (QoS)
strategy, enabling different home devices to enjoy high-speed and high-quality broadband services.

High-Bandwidth DSL Connectivity

The HG658 V2 incorporates a high-performance ADSL2+/VDSL processor and provides high-speed
Internet access and abundant services to be delivered through the digital subscriber line (DSL).

Routing

The HG658 V2 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 HG658 V2 supports multiple WLAN protocols, including 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz). Adopting
802.11n multiple-input multiple-output antennas (MIMO) technology, the HG658 V2 delivers a
wireless transmission rate of up to 300Mbps with its dual antennas. In addition, the HG658 V2
supports multiple wireless encryption modes to provide a secure, reliable, and high-speed WLAN.

Bandwidth Control

The HG658 V2 supports 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 HG658 V2 and Wi-Fi enabled devices by pressing
the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button.

Firewall

The powerful built-in firewall effectively protects against viruses and malicious attacks.
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Parental Controls

Power
DSL LAN4 LAN3 LAN2 LAN1 Phone2 Phone1
1
2
3
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8
6
9
WPS
Reset
USB
WLAN
On/Off
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 HG658 V2 provides password-protected web-based management pages to protect your personal
data.

Ports and Buttons

No. Item Description
1 WPS Starts Wi-Fi protected setup (WPS) negotiation.
2 WLAN Enables or disables the WLAN function.
3 On/Off Powers the HG658 V2 on or off.
4 Power Connects to a power adapter.
5 DSL Connects to a DSL filter or phone socket.
6
LAN1~LAN4
7
Phone1~Phone2
Connects to Ethernet devices, such as computers, set-top boxes
(STBs), and switches.
Connects to a telephone.
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Caution
Caution
No. Item Description
VoIP
Connects to a USB device, such as a USB storage device or a USB
printer.
8 USB
If you connect a USB device to the HG658 V2, verify that the
inpu t v olt ag e a nd c ur rent o f t he USB de vi ce d o n ot exc ee d
5 V/0.5 A. Otherwise, the HG658 V2 may malfunction.
Restores the HG658 V2 to its default settings after you press and
hold this button for 6 seconds or more while the HG658 V2 is
9 Reset
powered on.
A reset will result in all custom data and settings being lost. Use
with caution.

Indicators

Indicator Status Description
Steady green The HG658 V2 is powered on.
Off The HG658 V2 is powered off.
Power
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Indicator Status Description
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.
The HG658 V2 is connected to the Internet in router
mode, but no data is being transmitted.
The HG658 V2 is connected to the Internet in router
mode, and data is being transmitted.
The HG658 V2 is in router mode, bu t n ot co nn ected to
the Internet.
The HG658 V2 is in bridge mode.
The HG658 V2 has WLAN enabled, but is not
transmitting data.
The HG658 V2 has WLAN enabled, and data is being
transmitted.
The HG658 V2 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 HG658 V2 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.
WAN
Internet
WLAN
WPS
LAN1~LAN4
Steady green
Blinking green A DSL connection is being activated.
Off
Steady green
Blinking green
Off
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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Indicator Status Description
The HG658 V2 is connected to a USB device, but no
data is being transmitted.
The HG658 V2 is connected to a USB device, and data
is being transmitted.
The HG658 V2 is registered with a SIP server, but no
data is being transmitted.
The HG658 V2 is registered with a SIP server, and
data is being transmitted.
USB
VoIP
Steady green
Blinking green
Off The HG658 V2 is not connected to any USB device.
Steady green
Blinking green
Off The HG658 V2 is not registered with a SIP server.
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Hardware Installation

Selecting an Installation Location

Place the HG658 V2 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
HG658 V2.
Ensure th at th e c om pu te r and HG658 V2 are far fr om el ec tr ic appliances t ha t g en er ate strong
magnetic or electric fields, such as microwave ovens.

Installing the HG658 V2 on a DSL Broadband Network

In some communities, Internet service providers use telephone lines to provide broadband access
services.
If you have subscribed to digital subscriber line (DSL) broadband, you can connect the HG658 V2 to a
telephone port for Internet access.
Connect your devices in the sequence indicated in the following figure.
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10
9
5
1
a
c
2
b
3
1 Telephone wall jack 2 Splitter 3 Telephone
DSL LAN4 LAN3 LAN2 LAN1 Phone2 Phone1
Power
7
6
6
8
4 HG658 V2 5 Power adapter 6 Desktop computer
7 Set-top Box 8 Laptop computer 9 Smart Phone
10 Pad
a LINE port b PHONE port c MODEM port
When configuring the HG658 V2 for the first time, use an Ethernet cable to connect the HG658
V2 to a computer.

Powering On

To power on the HG658 V2, press its power button.
After the HG658 V2 is powered on, the HG658 V2 indicator turns on. The following table lists how
the indicators behave when the HG658 V2 is operating correctly. If the indicators do not behave as
expected, ensure that everything is plugged in correctly.
Indicator Expected State
Power Steady on
WAN Steady on
WLAN Steady on
LAN Steady on or blinking (indicator of the connected LAN port)
Internet Steady on or blinking
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Caution

Setting Network Parameters

Setting the Computer IP Address

Before logging in to the HG658 V2 web management page, set the IP address of the computer that
will be used for the login.

On Windows 7

1.
Click in the lower right corner of your desktop. Choose
2.
Choose
Change adapter settings
3.
Double-click
4.
Select
Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)
Obtain an IP address automatically
. Right-click
and
Local Area Connection
Obtain DNS server address automatically
Open Network and Sharing Center
and choose
.
Properties
. Click OK.
.
.

Logging In to the Web Management Page

The HG658 V2 provides an intuitive web management page where you can view or set the HG658 V2
parameters.
Before you log in to the HG658 V2 web management page, ensure that the computer used for
the login is connected to the HG658 V2 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
2.
Enter the login user name (
To protect against unauthorized access, change the user name and password after the first
login.
user
by default) and password (
192.168.1.1
. Press
Enter
HuaweiUser
.
by default). Click
Login
.

Setting Network Access Parameters

Configuring an Automatical Connection to Access the Internet

TheHG658 V2 supports you to choose the proper connection mode automatically to access the
Internet, meaning you do not need to install dial-up software or perform dial-up operations on your
computer and just following the wizard page.
To set up an automatical connection to access the Internet:
1.
Log in to the web management page.
2.
Choose
Home
tab, click
Start Wizard
.
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3.
On the
I want to... Connect to the Internet
4.
Select your Internet connection mode.
page, selcet
Agree
, and click
Next
.
Refer to the following table to configure the network connection.
Scenario Connection Type
When you are unsure of the network connection you
subscribed to, you can select this mode that the device will
detect the network connection automatically.
The account name and password are provided by your
Internet Service Provider (ISP).
No parameter is provided by your ISP. The IP address is
automatically assigned by the ISP.
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Connect automatically
Connect with user account
Connect without user account
Scenario Connection Type
The user name and password are provided by ISP. Set up a
dial-up connection on one computer only.
5.
Set WLAN parameters.
If you selected
If you selected
If you selected
Connect with user account,enter the parameters provided by your ISP and click
Connect without user account
Connect with user account
or
Connect with another modem
or
Connect without user account
Connect with another modem
, click
, the computer
automatically connects to the Internet as long as the router is working properly.
6.
Choose
Home
tab, click
Set Up WLAN
, set WLAN parameters, and click
Save
.
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.
Next
Next
.
.
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Wireless Connection Setup

Setting Up a Wireless Connection Using the WPS Button

Push the WPS button once to quickly set up a wireless connection between the HG658 V2 and any
WPS-capable device.
Before you set up a wireless connection using the WPS button, verify the following:
The wirel es s n et wo rk se curity mod e o f t he HG658 V2 is W PA 2- PS K o r W PA -PSK/WPA2–PSK .
The wirel es s d ev ic e (laptop, ta bl et , o r mobile phone) to co nn ec t t o t he HG658 V2 is WPS -capable.
1.
Press the WPS button on the wireless device to start WPS negotiation. For details, see the user
guide for the wireless device.
2.
Within 2 minutes, press and hold the WPS button on the HG658 V2 for 1 second or more. The WPS
indicator blinks.
When the WPS indicator of the HG658 V2 is on and then turn off, a connection between the HG658
V2 and wireless device has been set up.

Manually Setting Up a Wireless Connection

The wireless configuration software provided by Windows is used as an example to describe how to
set up a wireless connection.
You can also use the tool built into the network adapter to set up a wireless connection. For details,
see the network adapter's user guide.
Before setting up a wireless connection, record the WLAN name and password of the HG658 V2. The
default WLAN name and password are printed on the HG658 V2 cover label.

On Windows 7

1.
Click in the lower right corner of your desktop.
2.
From the wireless network list, select the WLAN provided by the HG658 V2. Click
3.
In the displayed dialog box, enter the WLAN password and click OK.
4.
In the wireless network list, check the WLAN connection status. If the status is
computer is wirelessly connected to the HG658 V2.
Connect
Connected
.
, the
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WLAN Configuration

Enabling and Disabling the WLAN on the HG658 V2

The following two methods are available to enable and disable the WLAN on the HG658 V2.

Using the WLAN Button

Press the WLAN button in the HG658 V2 to enable or disable the WLAN. To ascertain whether the
WLAN is enabled, view the WLAN indicator.

Using the Web Management Page

1.
Log in to the web management page.
2.
Choose
Home Network
3.
In the navigation tree, choose
4.
Select
Basic Settings
5.
Set
Enable WLAN 2.4 GHz
6.
Click
Save
.
tab.
WLAN Settings
configuration page.
to enable.
.

Changing Your WLAN Name and Password

WLAN access requires the WLAN name and password. To improve your WLAN security, regularly
change your WLAN name and password.
1.
Log in to the web management page.
2.
Choose
Home Network
3.
In the navigation tree, choose
4.
Select
WLAN Encryption
5.
In
SSID
, enter a new WLAN name.
6.
In
WPA pre-shared key
7.
Click
Save
.
tab.
WLAN Settings
configuration page.
, enter a new WLAN password.
.
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After the SSID and key had been changed, your computer should use the new ones to establish
a wireless connection to the HG658 V2.
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Network Security

Improving WLAN Security

Hiding the WLAN Name

After you hide the WLAN name, anyone who wishes to connect to the WLAN must enter the correct
WLAN name. This measure helps improve WLAN security.
1.
Log in to the web management page.
2.
Choose
Home Network
3.
In the navigation tree, choose
4.
Select
WLAN Encryption
5.
Set
Hide broadcast
6.
Click
Save
.
tab.
WLAN Settings
configuration page.
to enable.
.

Using High Security Encryption Modes

Adopting high security encryption modes protects against unauthorized access as well as data
interception on networks.
To improve WLAN security without sacrificing working efficiency, use
TKIP+AES
with the selected security mode.
1.
. This step also prevents WLAN unavailability caused by network adapters' incompatibility
Log in to the web management page.
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