In the material below, the step-by-step setup of Huawei WS319 will be described. This is an entry-level router with good technical characteristics and affordable cost. It is most often used in the implementation of small computer networks. It is his order of tuning in the future and will be described. The technical characteristics of this device are also given.
Options of a router. Specialization
The delivery list of the router model under consideration consists of the following main elements:
- Network device.
- Twisted pair 1 meter long and crimped on both sides. It is used in some cases at the stage of software configuration of a network device.
- User guide. It sets out in detail and step by step the configuration of Huawei - the router of this model. Its technical characteristics are also given and recommendations regarding the operation of this network system are given.
- Power Supply. It provides power to the access point to the global web.
- A CD with documentation and software that allows you to configure the router.
- Warranty card. Its validity is one year.
The manufacturer included all the necessary elements for the initial configuration and further operation of the router in the delivery list. That is, from the point of view of picking it does not have any significant drawbacks.
The technical parameters of this router classify it as an entry-level device group. Therefore, with its help, it is most optimal to implement small computer networks. The number of computing devices connected to them should not exceed 4-6 pieces. That is, such a router is used most often at home. But it can also be used in a small office with a similar number of personal computers.
Main settings
Technical characteristics of this device are as follows:
- One RJ-45 input port with WAN marking and a maximum information transfer rate of 100 Mbps.
- Two antennas for organizing the wireless part of a computer network. The nominal gain of each of them corresponds to 5 dB. The maximum speed of the wireless segment in this case is 300 Mbps.
- The router is also equipped with four RJ-45 ports. With their help, an already wired segment of the computer network is created. In this case, you can expect to receive and send data at a speed of about 100 Mbit / s.
The key disadvantage of the router is the lack of a USB port. That is, the connection to the global web can be implemented using the RJ-45 port with the designation WAN. But the backup method of switching to the Internet in this case does not exist. After reviewing the technical specifications of this router, we will figure out how to go into the settings of the Huawei WS319 router and properly configure it for operation.
Choosing a place to install. Connection
The first important step in setting up the Huawei WS319 is the right choice of installation location. As a rule, users skip it and ignore it. But very, very much depends on the correct location of such a network device. Therefore, this moment must be approached very thoroughly.
The first important condition: the location of the router should be as close as possible to the center of the room in which the access point to the Global Web is created. This will create the best wireless coverage. Also close proximity of various metal elements and surfaces is not allowed. Their presence will “suppress” the wireless network signal.
In addition to this, wired communications from the provider should fit into the installation location of the network device. With their help, data exchange with the Internet will be implemented. This is a twisted pair with a crimped connector on the end. Another important condition when choosing a router installation location is the proximity of the power outlet. The router power supply is connected to it. It is based on these conditions that the location in the room of any network device is selected.
Switching the router begins by connecting the router to the equipment of the provider company. That is, the twisted pair connector from it is installed in the port of the router with the designation WAN. Next, connect the plug from the power supply. And he himself is installed in the outlet. If necessary, a wired segment of the computer network is also created. In this case, the twisted-pair crimped pair is laid on both sides of the router to the computing device. At one end, it connects to the LAN port of the router. And on the other hand, its connector is installed in the socket of the switched device. Again, the only drawback of this router is the lack of a USB port. Therefore, for example, it is impossible to connect a modem such as Huawei E8372 to this model of the router, and due to this, it will not work to implement an alternative way to connect to the Global Web.
Software reconfiguration. Main actions
The router software is configured as follows:
- At the first stage, we must reset the program parameters to the initial state. To do this, in the on state, hold down the Reset button. As soon as the device shuts down completely and starts to boot, release it.
- Turn on the personal computer and the router. We are waiting for the end of their download.
- Next, we activate the search technology for available wireless connections on a personal computer. In the list that appears, select the network called Huawei WS319. During the connection, a request window will appear asking you to enter a password. We find it on the bottom sticker of the device’s case and type in the input box of the previously appeared window.
- Then you need to wait for the connection to be established. In this case, in the lower right corner of the screen should appear an information message about the connection.
- The next step is to launch the browser. In its line, enter the address of the Huawei WS319 router. By default, its value is 192.168.3.1.
- After that, an identification window will appear. In it you need to type the login and password. In each of the fields we enter the word "admin".
- In the window of the interface that opens at the next stage, go to the “Internet” tab. On it we indicate the type of connection (PPPoE, L2TP or PPTP), addressing method, login and password. All this information can be clarified in the contract for the provision of Internet access services that you have concluded with your provider. We also enable the connection using the corresponding flag. We save the set parameters.
- Go to the tab "Home Network". We set dynamic addressing on it, change its name and password for connecting at our discretion. Also, without fail, we activate the WPA2 encryption method, as the most reliable. Again, save the changes made and exit the network device setup interface.
Testing
The next required step in setting up a Huawei Wi-Fi router model WS319 is to check its performance. At this stage, we connect any computing system to the router. Then we launch a browser on it and open any site. If the interface of the page being opened in the "global web" has opened, then the router is ready for operation. Otherwise, you need to go into its settings and check their correctness.
Actually, that’s completely completed. You were able to configure the Huawei router.
About the price
The cost of this device is 1500 rubles. This is a fairly high price for an economy class router. But given its high level of reliability and the complete absence of any flaws, it becomes obvious the choice of just such a router, and not some other.
Owners opinion
As part of this review, it was described how to go into the settings of the Huawei WS319 router and set them correctly. We also provided a list of its configuration and basic technical parameters. The advantages of this device include reliability, excellent packaging and the complete absence of "bugs" in the software shell. But he has only one drawback - this is an overestimated cost, which, however, is offset by the previously given advantages.
Conclusion
Setting up Huawei - the router model WS319 - is a fairly simple operation. Even a poorly trained user can cope with it. Therefore, there is no need to attract relevant specialists for an additional fee. It is only necessary to carry out the steps outlined in steps and independently configure such an access point.