WS320 Wireless Repeater User Guide
WS320 Wireless Repeater User Guide Issue 01 Date 2010-08-16 Part Number 202302
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Contents 1 Warnings and Precautions.................................................. 1 2 Function Overview............................................................... 8 3 Setting Up a Wireless Connection...................................... 9 Setting Up a Wireless Connection Through the WPS Button ................ 10 Setting Up a Wireless Connection Through the Web-Based Configuration Utility ......................................................................................................
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 z During storage, transportation, and operation of the device, keep it dry and prevent it from colliding with other objects. z Do not dismantle the device. In case of any fault, contact an authorized service center for assistance or repair.
immediately, power it off, remove all the cables connected to it, and then contact an authorized service center. z 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. Precautions for Using Wireless Devices z When using the device, ensure that the antenna of the device is at least 20 cm away from all persons.
Maintenance z If the device is not used for a long time, power it off, and then remove all the cables connected to it. z If any exception occurs, for example, if the device emits any smoke or unusual sound or smell, stop using the device immediately, power it off, remove all the cables connected to it, and then contact an authorized service center. z Before cleaning the device, stop using it, power it off, and then remove all the cables connected to it.
Reduction of Hazardous Substances This device is compliant with the EU Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) Regulation (Regulation No 1907/2006/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council) and the EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive (Directive 2002/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council). For more information about the REACH compliance of the device, visit the Web site www.huaweidevice.com/certification.
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2 Function Overview HUAWEI WS320 Wireless Repeater (hereinafter referred to as the WS320) is a wireless signal repeater that can work with a wireless router to extend the wireless network coverage. The following figure shows the network connection between the WS320 and other related devices. The PC in Room C on the second floor is some distance from the wireless router in Room A on the first floor. The WS320 is used to process the wireless signals transmitted between the PC and the wireless router.
3 Setting Up a Wireless Connection When using the WS320, you need to set up a wireless connection between the WS320 and the wireless router only. Then the PC can connect to the wireless network extended by the WS320 as it connects to the wireless network implemented by the wireless router. You need to connect the WS320 to the wireless network for only one time. Then when you restart the WS320, the WS320 will automatically connect to the wireless network that it connected to last time.
walls, the PC in Room C cannot connect to the wireless network. Room B is between Room A and Room C. Now you want the PC in Room C to connect to the wireless network also. The WS320 supports two methods of setting up a wireless connection. You can choose one of the following configuration methods based on your installation environment and operation habit.
Step 1 Power on the wireless router in Room A. On the wireless router, ensure that the wireless network function and the WPS function implemented through PBC are enabled. The method of configuring a wireless network on a router varies with the routers produced by different manufacturers. For details about the configuration method, see the wireless router operation guide provided by the manufacturer.
Step 2 In Room A, connect the WS320 to a power socket near the wireless router. After the WS320 is powered on, the indicator on the panel turns red, indicating that the WS320 is being started. Wait for about one minute. Then the indicator of the WS320 turns solid yellow, indicating that the WS320 has been started but not connected to the wireless router.
Step 3 Press the WPS button of the wireless router to start the WPS negotiation of the router. Press and hold the WPS button of the WS320 for over 1s within two minutes, and then release the button. At this time, the indicator of the WS320 blinks in yellow, indicating that the WS320 is trying to connect to the wireless router through the WPS function. Wait for a moment (generally about 20s and less than 120s).
If the indicator turns solid yellow after blinking in yellow, it indicates that the WS320 fails to connect to the wireless network. For a solution, see 5 "FAQs." Step 4 Unplug the WS320 in Room A, and then plug it into a power socket in Room B. After the WS320 is powered on, the indicator on the panel turns on in red, indicating that the WS320 is being started. Wait for about one minute. Then the indicator of the WS320 blinks in yellow, indicating that the WS320 is trying to connect to the wireless network.
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Step 5 Place the PC in Room C. After being started, the PC automatically connects to the wireless network extended by the WS320. At this moment, the extended network can be used the same as that implemented in Room A. If you want to connect another PC to the wireless network, you can directly connect the PC to the wireless network in Room C. For the method of manually configuring a wireless connection on the PC, see 5 "FAQs.
Setting Up a Wireless Connection Through the Web-Based Configuration Utility If your wireless router does not support the WPS function, you can manually connect the WS320 to the wireless router by using the Web-based configuration utility. You need to access the Web-based configuration utility through the wireless network of the WS320. By default, an unencrypted wireless network has been configured on the WS320. The service set identifier (SSID) of the wireless network is Repeater.
Step 1 Power on the wireless router in Room A. Ensure that the wireless network function of the wireless router is enabled.
Step 2 In Room A, connect the WS320 to a power socket near the wireless router. Wait for about one minute until the WS320 is started.
Step 3 In Room A, log in to the quick configuration webpage of the WS320 on the PC. 1. Set up a wireless connection between the PC and the WS320. The SSID of the wireless network to be connected is Repeater. For the method of manually configuring a wireless connection on the PC, see 5 "FAQs." 2. Configure the network connection of the PC, enabling the PC to obtain an IP address automatically. 3. Launch the browser on the PC. Enter http://192.168.1.254 in the address bar, and then press Enter..
Step 4 On the quick configuration webpage of the WS320, set up a connection between the WS320 and the wireless router. 1. Click Manual Connecting. The WS320 searches for wireless network signals. Wait patiently until the browser displays a wireless network list. 2. In the wireless network list, click the row of the wireless network whose SSID is AP. If the SSID of the wireless network is hidden, you need to enter the SSID in the lower SSID text box. 3.
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z If the indicator turns solid yellow after blinking in yellow, it indicates that the WS320 fails to connect to the wireless network. In this case, try to connect to the wireless network again on the quick configuration webpage. z If the indicator turns solid yellow and the browser cannot display the quick configuration webpage, press the reset button on the panel of the WS320 to restore the WS320 to the default settings. Then log in to the quick configuration webpage of the WS320 again.
Step 5 Configure the wireless connection of the PC again. Set the PC to connect to the wireless network with the SSID of AP.
Step 6 Unplug the WS320 in Room A, and then plug it into a power socket in Room B.
Step 7 Place the PC in Room C. After being started, the PC automatically connects to the wireless network extended by the WS320. At this moment, the extended network can be used the same as that implemented in Room A. After the WS320 sets up a wireless connection with the wireless router, the SSID named Repeater is disabled. If you want to use this SSID to access the Web configuration utility of the WS320 again, you need to enable the SSID by restoring the WS320 to the default settings.
4 Maintaining the WS320 Logging In to the Advanced Configuration Webpage By default, most parameters are preset on the WS320 for supporting the network applications in general conditions. To view the working status or to change the parameters of the WS320, you can log in to the advanced configuration webpage. You need to access the advanced configuration webpage through the wireless network of the WS320.
automatically. Step 3 Launch the browser on the PC. Enter http://192.168.1.254 in the address bar, and then press Enter. Step 4 In the upper right corner of the quick configuration webpage, click Advanced. Step 5 In the login dialog box, enter the user name (admin by default) and the password (admin by default), and then click Login. After the password is verified, you can access the advanced configuration webpage.
Connection Status area at bottom of the page is displayed as Connected. When powered on in the future, the WS320 will automatically connect to the wireless network you have set. After the WS320 is connected to a new wireless network, you need to configure the wireless connection of your PC again and then connect the PC to the new wireless network.
Restoring Default Settings After you restore the default settings, your customized data will be lost. Therefore, use this function with caution. When the WS320 is powered on, press and hold the reset button of the WS320 for over 1s by using an object with a sharp point (such as a pin), and then release the button. Then the WS320 automatically restarts and the default settings are restored.
sometimes. In this case, what should I do? If the PC is moved, the wireless network adapter of the PC will automatically switch between wireless network signals. In this case, wait until the PC reestablishes the wireless connection. If the PC cannot automatically connect to a wireless network, you need to configure the wireless connection of the PC again.
You can configure a wireless network connection by using the software delivered with the wireless network adapter. If a Windows OS is installed on your PC, you can use the wireless connection configuration software provided by the Window OS. The following procedure takes Windows XP as an example and describes how to configure a wireless connection. Step 1 Enable the wireless configuration service supported by Window XP. 1. Right-click My Computer, and then choose Manage from the shortcut menu. 2.
4. Select Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings. 5. Click View Wireless Networks. 6. In the Wireless Network Connection dialog box, select the wireless network to be connected to from the wireless network list, and then click Connect in the lower right corner of the dialog box. 7. In the displayed dialog box, enter the network access password, and then click Connect.
reasons are as follows: If a wireless network is not encrypted or encrypted by using WEP, the security performance is poor. In addition, on some wireless routers, the WPS function is forcibly disabled when the WEP encryption is used for accessing a wireless network. If several SSIDs are enabled on my wireless router, when the WS320 tries to connect to a wireless network by using the WPS function, which wireless network does the WS320 connect to? This depends on the design of the wireless router.
SSID of the wireless network is hidden. Step 4 On the wireless router, ensure that the MAC filtering function does not prohibit the WS320 from connecting to the wireless router. Step 5 Check the positions of the wireless router and the WS320. Keep them away from the electric appliances, such as microwave ovens, refrigerators, or cordless telephones, which generate strong magnetic or electric fields. Step 6 It is recommended that you place the wireless router and the WS320 in an open space.
1 2 3 4 The following table describes the interface, buttons, and indicator of the WS320. No. 1 Description Reset button: used to restore the default settings of the WS320. When the WS320 is powered on, press and hold the reset button of the WS320 for over 1s, and then release it. Then the WS320 automatically restarts and the default settings are restored. 2 Power plug: used to connect to a power socket.
No. 4 Description Status indicator: located in the middle of the WPS button and used to indicate the working status of the WS320. For details about the status indicator, see the following table. The following table describes the functions of the indicator. Color Red Yellow Green Status Solid on Description The WS320 is being started. Blinking The WS320 is updating software. Solid on The WS320 has been started but not connected to a wireless router.
Parameter Default Value Subnet mask of the LAN interface 255.255.255.0 User name used to log in to the Web-based configuration utility admin Password used to log in to the Web-based configuration utility admin Wireless network name (SSID) Repeater Wireless network password None.
Item Specification Weight About 61 g Wireless networking standards 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n (2.4–2.4835 GHz) Wireless network coverage Maximum distance of 150 m from the WS320 to a wireless router (with no obstacle and interference between) Wireless data rates 802.11b 1 Mbit/s, 2 Mbit/s, 5.5 Mbit/s, and 11 Mbit/s 802.11g 6 Mbit/s, 9 Mbit/s, 12 Mbit/s, 18 Mbit/s, 24 Mbit/s, 36 Mbit/s, 48 Mbit/s, and 54 Mbit/s 802.11n (a 1T × 1R antenna used) 6 Mbit/s, 6.5 Mbit/s, 13.0 Mbit/s, 13.
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