Huawei HG232f - User Manual

HG232f 300Mbps Wireless Router
User Guide
HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.

Huawei HG232f Specifications

General

Brand	Huawei
Model	HG232f
Category	Wireless Router
Language	English

Summary

Product Introduction

WLAN Function

Details router's wireless capabilities, speed, standards like 802.11b/g/n, WPS, and security.

Hardware Installation

Connecting the Cables

Configuration of Internet Access Parameters

Logging In to the Web-based Configuration Utility

Guide to accessing the router's settings interface via a web browser.

Using the Setup Wizard

Instructions for quick router configuration using the built-in setup wizard.

Configuration of WLAN Parameters

Setting Up a Wireless Connection Manually

Steps to manually connect computers to the WLAN on Windows 7 and XP.

Setting Up a Wireless Connection with the WPS Button

Configuring Frequently Used Functions

Improving the Security of a WLAN

Methods to enhance WLAN security, including hiding SSID and encryption.

Controlling the Internet Access Rights of Computers

Using MAC filtering to restrict or allow specific computers' internet access.

Prohibiting Computers from Accessing Specified Web Sites

Setting the Available Bandwidth of a Computer

Preventing Attacks on the Internet

Setting firewall levels to protect the network from online threats.

Removing the Restriction Caused by the Binding of the Internet Access Account to the MAC Address

Bypassing ISP MAC address restrictions using cloning.

Allowing Internet Users to Access an Internal Resource Server

Expanding the Coverage of a WLAN

Using WDS to connect multiple routers for extended wireless network coverage.

Maintenance Guide

Changing the User Name and Password of the Web-based Configuration Utility

Changing the Login IP Address of the Web-based Configuration Utility

Restoring Default Settings

Upgrading Software