HG532s Home Gateway User Guide HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
HG532s Home Gateway V100R001 User Guide Issue 01 Date 2012-05-21 Part Number 202506 Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. provides customers with comprehensive technical support and service. Please feel free to contact our local office or company headquarters. Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. Address: Huawei Industrial Base Bantian, Longgang Shenzhen 518129 People's Republic of China Website: http://www.huaweidevice.com Email: mobile@huawei.
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Contents 1 Warnings and Precautions ....................................................... 1 2 Connecting the Cables and Getting Started................................... 8 2.1 Connecting Cables Using the ADSL Port ........................................8 2.2 Connecting Cables Using the USB Port ..........................................9 2.3 Powering On the HG532s ............................................................10 3 Setting Network Access Parameters .........................................
8.1 Indicators ...................................................................................29 8.2 Ports and Buttons........................................................................31 8.3 Default Settings ..........................................................................33 8.4 Product Specifications .................................................................
1 Warnings and Precautions To use the device properly and safely, read these warnings and precautions carefully and strictly observe them during operation. Unless otherwise specified, the term "device" refers to the device and its accessories. Basic Requirements During storage, transportation, and operation of the device, keep it dry and prevent it from colliding with other objects. Do not dismantle the device. In case of any fault, contact an authorized service center for assistance or repair.
Do not place any object (such as a candle or a water container) on the device. If any foreign object or liquid enters the device, stop using the device immediately, power it off, remove all the cables connected to it, and then contact an authorized service center. During thunderstorms, power off the device, and then remove all the cables connected to it to prevent it from getting damaged due to lightning strikes.
Ensure that the power adapter meets the specifications indicated on the device nameplate. Ensure that the power adapter meets the requirements of Clause 2.5 in IEC60950-1/EN60950-1 and it is tested and approved according to national or local standards. For pluggable device, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the device and shall be easily accessible. The adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Before cleaning the device, stop using it, power it off, and then remove all the cables connected to it. Use a clean, soft, and dry cloth to clean the device shell. Do not use any cleaning agent or spray to clean the device shell. Disposal and Recycling Information This symbol on the device (and any included batteries) indicates that the device (and any included batteries) should not be disposed of as normal household garbage. Do not dispose of your device or batteries as unsorted municipal waste.
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2 Connecting the Cables and Getting Started Thank you for purchasing the HG532s Home Gateway (hereinafter referred to as the HG532s). You can go online using the ADSL and USB modem services. However, you can only use one type of service at one time. The default way of going online is using the ADSL service, though you can go online using the USB modem service when you cannot access the network using the ADSL services. 2.
2.2 Connecting Cables Using the USB Port If you do not have ADSL service in your home, you can go online using the USB modem service (through the USB port). If you have ADSL service in your home and want to go online using the USB modem service, make sure that the ADSL port is not connected to a router or telephone outlet, otherwise the USB modem will not work even if there is no Wide Area Network (WAN) connection. 4 1 3 2 1. Power adapter 2. Desktop computer 3. USB modem 9 4.
2.3 Powering On the HG532s After connecting the cables, press the On/Off button on the side panel to power on the HG532s. After you power on the HG532s, the Power indicator light turns on. − When connecting cables using the ADSL port, The ADSL indicator lights up and starts blinking. This indicates that the asymmetric digital subscriber line (ADSL) port activation is in progress. The blinking may last from 40 seconds to 3 minutes.
3 Setting Network Access Parameters 3.1 Logging in to the Web-Based Configuration Utility Most parameters of the HG532s are preset before delivery to meet common application scenarios at homes. To check the HG532s's working status or to configure certain advanced network functions, use the web-based configuration utility. To log in to the HG532s's web-based configuration utility: Step 1 Launch a browser on your computer. Enter http://192.168.1.1 in the address box, and press Enter.
3.2 Configuring a Wireless Account The configuration wizard page is displayed when wireless parameters have not been modified. To set the wireless network name and password for wireless connections on the wizard page, do as follows: Step 1 Log in to the HG532s's web-based configuration utility. Step 2 In the displayed Quick Configure Home Gateway: Wireless Network page. Set WLAN SSID and Key, and click Next. Check the label on the HG532s's rear panel for SSID and WLAN Key.
Step 6 In ISP Name, enter a name for the dial-up connection, and click Next. Step 7 Select Anyone's use or My use only, and click Next. Step 8 Enter the user name and password provided by your operator for dial-up connections, and click Next. Step 9 Select Add a shortcut to this connection to my desktop, and click Finish. The preceding steps need to be performed only once. After you complete the procedure, a dial-up connection icon will appear on your computer desktop.
Step 1 Press and hold the WPS button for over 1 second on the side panel of the HG532s. The WPS indicator on the HG532s starts blinking, indicating that the HG532s is in the WPS negotiation state. Step 2 Within 2 minutes, enable the WPS negotiation function on the computer. Wait for a while, the WPS indicator of the HG532s stops blinking and remains on, indicating that a wireless connection is set up between the HG532s and the computer. − You − The need to wait for 10 seconds to 120 seconds.
Step 2 Find the wireless network name (SSID) and its password (WLAN Key) printed on the label on the HG532s's rear panel. Step 3 Configure the wireless network connection on the computer as follows: 1. Choose Start > All Programs > Accessories > Communications > Network Connections. 2. In the Network Connections window, right-click Wireless Network Connection to display a shortcut menu, and choose Properties. 3. In the Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box, click the Wireless Networks tab. 4.
5 Using the USB Port 5.1 Going Online Using a USB Modem By default, the HSPA uplink service is enabled. When the HG532s is working in USB modem mode, connect the USB modem to the HG532s so that your device can access the Internet through the HSPA uplink service. − If your USB modem does not need to verify the PIN for Internet access, you do not need to configure the HG532s through the web-based configuration utility or perform any dial-up operations on your computer.
5.2 Accessing portable Storage Devices Using the FTP Server The HG532s supports a home storage function. After a portable storage device is connected to the USB port, you can configure the HG532s through the FTP server to access the portable storage device from the LAN or Internet. To access a portable storage device: Step 1 Connect the portable storage device to the HG532s's USB port. Step 2 Enable the FTP server, and then configure the FTP server settings. 1.
5.3 Accessing a Printer Using the Printer Server The HG532s supports a printing function. After a printer is connected to the USB port, you can configure the HG532s through the FTP server to access and use the printer. For details about how to use the printer: Step 1 Log in to the HG532s's web-based configuration utility. Step 2 Choose Advanced > USB Port. Step 3 Click the Printer Server tab. Refer to the steps in the Printer Server tab page for details about how to use the printer.
6 Maintenance Guide 6.1 Changing the User Name and Password for the Web-Based Configuration Utility For security reasons or to make the password easy to remember, you can change the user name and password for the web-based configuration utility. To change the user name and password for login: Step 1 Log in to the HG532s's web-based configuration utility. Step 2 Choose Maintenance > Account to display the user information management page.
6.2 Enabling or Disabling the Wireless Network Function There are two methods for enabling or disabling the wireless network function. Using the WLAN Button To enable or disable the wireless network function, press the WLAN button on the side panel of the HG532s. The WLAN indicator indicates the status of the wireless network function.
Step 3 Click the WLAN tab. Step 4 Select Enable WLAN. Step 5 In SSID, enter a wireless network name. Step 6 For Security, select WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK. In WPA pre-shared key, enter a password. Use the default settings for other parameters. Step 7 Click Submit. You must remember the password you set. You will be prompted to enter this password when connecting wireless devices, such as a computer, to the HG532s's wireless network.
6.5 Restoring Default Settings If you restore the HG532s to its default settings, all customized user data will be lost. Use this function only when necessary. To restore the HG532s to its default settings, power on the HG532s, press and hold the Reset button on the rear panel for over 6 seconds, and then release the button. You can also do the following to restore the HG532s to its default settings from the web-based configuration utility: Step 1 Log in to the HG532s's web-based configuration utility.
7 FAQs How can I quickly enable or disable the wireless network function? Press and hold the WLAN button for over 1 second, and then release the button. The WLAN indicator indicates the status of the wireless network function. How can I quickly restore the HG532s to its default settings? To restore the HG532s to its default settings, press and hold the Reset button on the HG532s's rear panel for over 6 seconds when the HG532s is powered on, and then release the button.
If the ADSL indicator is still off, contact your network service provider. Step 3 Check whether the LAN indicator is on. If the LAN indicator is off, perform further checks as follows: 1. Check that the network adapter on your computer is enabled. 2. Check that the network cable between the HG532s and the computer is securely connected. Remove and then insert the network cable or replace the network cable when necessary. If the LAN indicator is still off, contact an authorized maintenance center.
1. Close the PPP dial-up software, and power off the HG532s. After 5 minutes, power on the HG532s, and use the PPP dial-up software to dial again. 2. Restore the HG532s to its default settings. If the problem persists, contact your network service provider. Step 8 Check that the proxy server of the browser is correctly configured. The following example uses Internet Explorer on the Windows XP operating system to check whether the proxy server of the browser is correctly configured: 1.
If the problem persists, restore the HG532s to its default settings. For details, see "How can I quickly restore the HG532s to its default settings?" What can I do if I cannot access the Internet over a wireless connection? Step 1 Check that all cables are securely connected, such as the power adapter cable and the telephone line. Step 2 Check whether the WLAN indicator is on. If the WLAN indicator is off, the wireless network function is disabled, and you need to turn on the wireless network function.
Step 8 Check that you can use the PPP dial-up software to set up dial-up connection. Step 9 Try to access more websites to check whether the HG532s can access these websites. If you still cannot access the websites, restore the HG532s to its default settings. If the problem persists, contact your network service provider.
click Remove. 5. Delete all the other wireless network connections from the Preferred Networks area. 6. Click OK. Step 2 Set up an unencrypted wireless network connection. Does the WPS function have any special requirements on the wireless encryption settings of the HG532s? The WPS function can be used only when the security mode of the wireless network is set to WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, or WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, and the SSID is set to SSID1. It is recommended that you set the security mode to WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK.
8 Technical Specifications 8.1 Indicators Indicator Status Description Power On The HG532s is powered on. Off The HG532s is powered off or faulty. Blinking The HG532s is working in routing mode, and it is connected to the Wide Area Network (WAN). Data is being transmitted. On The HG532s is working in routing mode, and it is connected to the WAN. No data is being transmitted. Off The HG532s is working in bridge mode.
Indicator Status Description ADSL Blinking The ADSL connection is being activated. On The ADSL connection is set up and activated. Off No digital subscriber line (DSL) connection is set up, or the DSL connection is faulty. On The WLAN connection is set up, but no data is being transmitted. Blinking The WLAN connection is set up, and data is being transmitted. Off The wireless function is disabled, or the WLAN module is faulty.
Indicator Status Description USB Blinking Steady on Off The HG532s is being activated through USB modem. Data is being transmitted on the USB port. The HG532s is activated through USB modem. The USB port is connected by portable storage device. The USB port is not connected. The HG532s is activated through ADSL and WAN. 8.
No. Port or Button Description 1 WPS Starts the WPS negotiation. 2 WLAN Enables or disables the WLAN function. 3 On/Off Powers the HG532s on or off. 4 Reset Restores the HG532s to its default settings. To restore the HG532s to its default settings, press and hold the Reset button for over 6 seconds. After the HG532s is restored to its default settings, all user customized data will be lost. Use this function only when necessary. 5 Power Power port used to connect to the power adapter.
8.3 Default Settings Parameter Default Settings LAN IP address 192.168.1.1 LAN subnet mask 255.255.255.0 User name for web-based configuration utility login user Password for web-based configuration utility login user Wireless network name (SSID) for wireless connection See the label printed on the label on HG532s's rear panel. Password (WLAN Key) for wireless connection See the label printed on the label on HG532s's rear panel.
Item Specifications Standards ADSL standards ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt) Annex A ITU G.994.1 (G.hs) ANSI T1.413 Issue 2 ADSL2 standards ITU G.992.3 (G.dmt.bis) Annex A ITU G.992.3 (G.dmt.bis) Annex L ITU G.992.3 (G.dmt.bis) Annex M ADSL2+ standards ITU G.992.5 (G.dmt.bitplus) Annex A ITU G.992.5 (G.dmt.bitplus) Annex M WLAN standards 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n (2.4 GHz) G.dmt T1.
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