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12.9 Remote management
12.9.1 Overview
Generally, the web UI of the router can only be accessed on devices that are connected to the
router by a LAN port or wireless connection. When you encounter a network fault, you can ask for
remote technical assistance, which improves efficiency and reduces costs and efforts.
To access the configuration page, log in to the web UI of the router, and choose System Settings >
Remote Management.
By default, this function is disabled. When this function is enabled, the page is shown as below.
Parameter description
It is used to enable or disable the remote management function of the router.
It specifies the IP address of the host which can access the web UI of the router
remotely.
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0.0.0.0: It indicates that hosts with any IP address from the internet can access
the web UI of the router. It is not recommended for security.
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Other specified IP address: Only the host with the specified IP address can access
the web UI of the router remotely. If the host is under a LAN, ensure that the IP
address is the IP address of the gateway of the host (a public IP address).
It specifies the port number of the router which is opened for remote
management. Change it as required.
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The port number from 1 to 1024 has been occupied by familiar services. It is
strongly recommended to enter a port number from 1025 to 65535 to prevent
confliction
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Remote management can be achieved by visiting “http://the WAN IP address of