EchoLife HG520b Home Gateway User Manual HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
EchoLife HG520b Home Gateway User Manual Issue 02 Date 2008-06-28 Part Nubmer 202072 Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. Address: Huawei Industrial Base Bantian, Longgang Shenzhen 518129 People's Republic of China Website: http://www.huawei.com Email: terminal@huawei.com Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. 2008. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written consent of Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Safety Precautions For safety purposes, carefully read through these safety precautions and observe them during operation. z z z z z z z z z z z z z z Basic requirements Keep the device dry during storage, transportation, and operation of the device. Prevent collision of the device with other objects during storage, transportation, and operation of the device. Do not attempt to dismantle the device. In case of any fault, contact the authorized maintenance center for assistance or repair.
z z z z z z z z z z z z z z Use the accessories such as the power adaptor provided or authorized only by the manufacturer. Make sure that the device does not get wet. If water gets into the device, disconnect the power supply immediately and unplug all the cables connected to the device, such as the power cable, and then contact the authorized maintenance center. The power supply of the device must meet the requirements of the input voltage of the device.
z z z z z z z z Do not clean the device cover with any cleaning solution or cleanser spray. Use a piece of soft cloth to clean the device cover. Wireless Product Usage Requirements Keep the device away from magnetic storage devices (e.g., a magnetic card or a floppy disk), to prevent loss of the stored information. Stop using the device or disconnect the power supply in situations where wireless device is prohibited or using of a wireless device leads to interference or danger.
Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction ........................................................................1 1.1 Functions and Features.........................................................1 1.2 Hardware Configuration ........................................................1 1.2.1 Front Panel .................................................................2 1.2.2 Rear Panel..................................................................3 1.2.3 Splitter............................................
3.5 Configuring the RFC2684B Mode .......................................14 3.6 Configuring the PPPoE mode .............................................14 3.7 Configuring the Wireless Mode ...........................................15 3.7.1 Preparation ...............................................................15 3.7.2 Steps.........................................................................15 Chapter 4 Other Settings ..................................................................17 4.
Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter introduces functions and structure of the EchoLife HG520b Home Gateway (hereinafter referred to as the HG520b). 1.1 Functions and Features The HG520b is a type of Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) terminal. Data, video and audio are transmitted through the common telephone line at a higher rate by the HG520b. The features of the HG520b are: z High transmission rate: The maximum downstream rate is 24 Mbit/s; the maximum upstream rate is 1.2 Mbit/s.
Note: Figures of the front panel and the rear panel are only for your reference. 1.2.1 Front Panel Figure 1-1 shows the front panel of the HG520b. POWER WLAN LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4 ADSL INTERNET Figure 1-1 Front panel of the HG520b Table 1-1 shows indicators in the front panel. Table 1-1 Indicators in the front panel Indicator POWER WLAN LAN 1–4 Status Description On The HG520b is powered on. Off The HG520b is powered off. On WLAN function is enabled.
Indicator ADSL INTERNET Status Description On The DSL connection is established. Blinking There are two state: z Slow-Blinking The telephone line is not connected or the DSL connection is not established. z fast-Blinking The DSL connection is being activated. Off The HG520b is powered off. On The embedded PPPoE and PPPoA dial-ups of the HG520b are successful, but there is no data transmission. Blinking There are data being transmitted in the INTERNET interface.
Interface/ Button Description LAN 1–4 Ethernet interfaces. To connect LAN network devices (such as a computer and a switch). ADSL ADSL interface. To connect the telephone jack or a splitter through a telephone line. RESET At the side of HG520b. To restore the default settings of the HG520b, press the RESET button and release it after six seconds. Once you use this function, all your custom settings will be lost. Therefore, please be careful when using it. WLAN At the side of HG520b.
Chapter 2 Installation of the HG520b This chapter introduces the installation when the HG520b is used for the first time. 2.1 Preparation Connect your computer with the HG520b through the Ethernet interfaces. Before installing the HG520b, make sure that your computer is equipped with the network card 2.2 Connecting the HG520b Figure 2-1 shows the connection of the HG520b.
2.3 Establishing Configuration Environment You can configure the HG520b on the Web configuration page. This section describes the process to establish the configuration environment of the HG520b. 2.3.1 Parameter Configuration Before establishing the configuration environment, set the following parameters.
Step 2 3 To... Do... Make sure not to use the proxy server. The process to unselect this function is described as follows (taking Internet Explorer 6.0 as an example): (1) Start the Internet Explorer. Select Tools > Internet Options... to display the Internet Options dialog box. (2) Select the Connections tab. Click LAN Settings.... (3) Deselect Use a proxy server for your LAN (These settings will not apply to dial-up or VPN connections).
Chapter 3 Service Configuration This chapter introduces the method for configuring the HG520b. Note: The figures in the following configuration operations are only for your reference. 3.1 Service Modes of the HG520b The HG520b supports multiple service modes and the configuration of the DSLAM at the office end should be considered when you select a service mode. Table 3-1 lists the service modes of the HG520b.
Service Mode Working Method z z IPoA z z z RFC2684B z z z PPPoE z Configuration Take the HG520b as a router. The HG520b uses the static public IP address to access the Internet. Use the IPoA encapsulation mode to encapsulate the packets. Refer to 3.4 "Configuring the IPoA Mode." Take the HG520b as a router. Use the static IP address or the IP address dynamically allocated by the ISP. Use the IPoE/IPoA encapsulation mode to encapsulate the packets. Refer to 3.5 "Configuring the RFC2684B Mode.
3.2 Configuring the Bridge Mode In the bridge mode, the HG520b serves as a bridge. You need to install the Point to Point Protocol (PPP) dial-up software to realize the dial-up access to the Internet. This section describes the process to configure the HG520b to work in the bridge mode and the process to configure your computer to access the Internet through the HG520b. 3.2.1 Preparation Table 3-2 shows the configuration for the bridge mode.
1. Configuring the HG520b Follow the steps: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Log in to the Web configuration page of the HG520b. For the procedure, refer to "2.3 Establishing Configuration Environment." Select Basic > WAN Setting in the navigation tree to display the WAN configuration page. In the WAN configuration page, select the PVC that needs to be configured. Set Mode to Bridge. Configure relevant parameters according to the values in the Table 3-2. Click Submit. 2.
(9) Enter the username and password. Then click Next. (10) Click Finish. 3.3 Configuring the PPPoA Mode In the PPPoA mode, the HG520b uses the embedded PPP dial-up software for dialing. The HG520b serves as a router to connect your computer to the Internet. This section describes the process to configure the HG520b to work in the PPPoA mode and the process to configure your computer to access the Internet through the HG520b. 3.3.1 Preparation Table 3-3 shows the configuration for the PPPoA mode.
(3) (4) (5) (6) (7) In the WAN configuration page, select the PVC that needs to be configured. Set Mode to Routing and set Encapsulation to PPPoA. Configure the relevant parameters according to the values in the Table 3-3. Fill in the username and the password (provided by the ISP). Click Submit. 2. Configuring Your Computer Configure the network card for your computer, to enable the computer to automatically obtain information such as the IP address and the gateway. 3.
3.4.2 Steps 1. Configuring the HG520b Follow the steps described as follows: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Log in to the Web configuration page. For the procedure, refer to "2.3 Establishing Configuration Environment." Select Basic > WAN Setting in the navigation tree to display the WAN configuration page. In the WAN configuration page, select the PVC that needs to be configured. Set Mode to Routing. Select Obtain an IP Address Automatically or Static IP Address.
3.7 Configuring the Wireless Mode In the Wireless mode, the HG520b makes you access the Internet without connecting a cable. This section describes the process to configure the HG520b to work in the Wireless mode and the process to configure your computer to access the Internet through the HG520b. 3.7.1 Preparation Table 3-5 shows the configuration for the Wireless mode.
(2) (3) (4) (5) Select Basic > Wireless LAN in the navigation tree to display the Wireless configuration page. In the Wireless configuration page, enable wireless and configure the relevant parameters according to the values in Table 3-5. Select one of the Authentication Type. And configure the relevant parameters. Click Submit.
Chapter 4 Other Settings 4.1 Changing the IP Address of the LAN of the HG520b You can access the Web configuration page of the HG520b through the IP address of the LAN of the HG520b. The IP address of the LAN of the HG520b is configured by default, you can change it as follows: (1) (2) (3) (4) Log in to the Web configuration page of the HG520b. For the procedure, refer to "2.3 Establishing Configuration Environment.
configured by default. You can change the administrator password, follow the steps: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Log in to the Web configuration page of the HG520b. For the procedure, refer to "2.3 Establishing Configuration Environment." Select Tools > System Management in the navigation tree to display the Account configuration page. Click the corresponding editing icon to display the password configuration page.
2. Using the Web Manager Follow the steps: (1) (2) Select Tools > Reboot in the navigation tree. Click Factory Default Settings and click Restart to restore the default factory settings.
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 5.1 Quick Failure Location Problem Solution z The Power indicator is not on z z z z z z The LAN indicator is not on Ensure that the power adapter matches the HG520b. Ensure that the HG520b is connected to the power supply properly. Ensure that the ON/OFF button is pressed. Ensure that only the network cable provided with the HG520b is used. Ensure that the cables are connected properly. Ensure that the network adapter indicator of your computer is on.
Problem Solution z z z The Internet cannot be accessed z z z z Ensure that all the previous problems are addressed. Ensure that the PVC parameters provided by the ISP are not changed. Otherwise, restore the default settings. Ensure that the dial-up software is correctly installed and set properly on your computer. Ensure that you have entered the right username and password.
2. What to do if the username and the password of the Web configuration page are forgotten? If the username and the password of the Web configuration page are forgotten, configure the HG520b to the default factory settings. Use the default username and password to access the Web manager. For restoring the default factory settings, refer to 4.3 "Restoring the Default Factory Settings." For the username and the password of the HG520b, refer to 7.1 "Default Factory Settings.
Chapter 6 Technical Specifications Physical Features and Environmental Requirements Power consumption Less than 7 W Power supply 12 V DC, 1.
Chapter 7 Appendix 7.1 Default Factory Settings Item Default Value Username of administrator admin Password of administrator admin IP address 192.168.1.1 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 7.
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