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HUAWEI HG256 Home Gateway Quick Start 1 Introduction 1.1 The Front Panel of the HG256 The front panel of the HG256 provides the following indicators: z One power indicator: POWER z One WAN indicator: WAN z One Internet indicator: INTERNET z One WiFi indicator: WLAN z One VoIP indicator: VOIP z Four LAN indicators: LAN1, LAN2, LAN3, LAN4 z One USB indicator: USB 1
HUAWEI HG256 Home Gateway Quick Start 1 Introduction 1.1 The Front Panel of the HG256 The front panel of the HG256 provides the following indicators: z One power indicator: POWER z One WAN indicator: WAN z One Internet indicator: INTERNET z One WiFi indicator: WLAN z One VoIP indicator: VOIP z Four LAN indicators: LAN1, LAN2, LAN3, LAN4 z One USB indicator: USB 1
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HUAWEI HG256 V100R001 User Guide Issue Date Part Number 03 2010-06-09 202238 Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. Address: Website: Email: Huawei Industrial Base Bantian, Longgang Shenzhen 518129 People's Republic of China http://www.huawei.com terminal@huawei.com Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. provides customers with comprehensive technical support and service. For any assistance, please contact our local office or company headquarters.
HUAWEI HG256 V100R001 User Guide Issue Date Part Number 03 2010-06-09 202238 Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. Address: Website: Email: Huawei Industrial Base Bantian, Longgang Shenzhen 518129 People's Republic of China http://www.huawei.com terminal@huawei.com Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. provides customers with comprehensive technical support and service. For any assistance, please contact our local office or company headquarters.
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HUAWEI HG256 User Guide Contents Contents 1 Warnings and Precautions 1-1 2 Product Overview 2-1 2.1 Product Features...2-1 2.2 Hardware...2-1 2.2.1 Interfaces and Buttons 2-1 2.2.2 Indicators...2-2 3 Hardware Installation and Quick Start 3-1 3.1 Selecting a Position for the HG256 3-1 3.2 Knowing Cable Connections 3-1 3.3 Powering On the HG256 3-2 3.4 Logging In to the Web-Based Configuration Utility 3-3 4 Configuration of ... 6.5 Prohibiting PCs from Accessing Specified Web Sites 6-10 6.6 Preventing Attacks on the Internet 6-11 Huawei Proprietary and Confidential i Copyright ©...
HUAWEI HG256 User Guide Contents Contents 1 Warnings and Precautions 1-1 2 Product Overview 2-1 2.1 Product Features...2-1 2.2 Hardware...2-1 2.2.1 Interfaces and Buttons 2-1 2.2.2 Indicators...2-2 3 Hardware Installation and Quick Start 3-1 3.1 Selecting a Position for the HG256 3-1 3.2 Knowing Cable Connections 3-1 3.3 Powering On the HG256 3-2 3.4 Logging In to the Web-Based Configuration Utility 3-3 4 Configuration of ... 6.5 Prohibiting PCs from Accessing Specified Web Sites 6-10 6.6 Preventing Attacks on the Internet 6-11 Huawei Proprietary and Confidential i Copyright ©...
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Contents HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 7 Maintenance Guide 7-1 7.1 Changing the Password of the Web-based Configuration Utility 7-1 7.2 Changing the Login IP Address of the Web-based Configuration Utility 7-1 7.3 Backing Up or Importing a Configuration File 7-2 7.4 Restoring Default Settings 7-3 7.5 Upgrading Software ...7-4 8 FAQs...8-1 ii Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd
Contents HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 7 Maintenance Guide 7-1 7.1 Changing the Password of the Web-based Configuration Utility 7-1 7.2 Changing the Login IP Address of the Web-based Configuration Utility 7-1 7.3 Backing Up or Importing a Configuration File 7-2 7.4 Restoring Default Settings 7-3 7.5 Upgrading Software ...7-4 8 FAQs...8-1 ii Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd
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HUAWEI HG256 User Guide Figures Figures Figure 3-1 Cable connections 3-2 Figure 5-1 Network model of voice services 5-1 Figure 6-1 Home storage connection 6-8 Huawei Proprietary and Confidential iii Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd
HUAWEI HG256 User Guide Figures Figures Figure 3-1 Cable connections 3-2 Figure 5-1 Network model of voice services 5-1 Figure 6-1 Home storage connection 6-8 Huawei Proprietary and Confidential iii Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd
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HUAWEI HG256 User Guide Tables Tables Table 2-1 Interfaces and buttons of the HG256 2-1 Table 2-2 Indicators of the HG256 2-2 Table 6-1 Rules for setting the password used for accessing a WLAN 6-4 Table 6-2 Protective effects of the preset protective levels of the firewall 6-12 Huawei Proprietary and Confidential v Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd
HUAWEI HG256 User Guide Tables Tables Table 2-1 Interfaces and buttons of the HG256 2-1 Table 2-2 Indicators of the HG256 2-2 Table 6-1 Rules for setting the password used for accessing a WLAN 6-4 Table 6-2 Protective effects of the preset protective levels of the firewall 6-12 Huawei Proprietary and Confidential v Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd
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...device. z Do not block the openings on the device. If any fault, contact an authorized service center for heat dissipation. HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 1 Warnings and Precautions 1 Warnings and Precautions To use the device properly and safely, read these warnings and precautions ... strikes. z During thunderstorms, power off , remove all the cables connected to it from colliding with other people. Huawei Proprietary and Confidential 1-1 Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd In case of heat and fire, such as a microwave oven or a refrigerator. Use the ...
...device. z Do not block the openings on the device. If any fault, contact an authorized service center for heat dissipation. HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 1 Warnings and Precautions 1 Warnings and Precautions To use the device properly and safely, read these warnings and precautions ... strikes. z During thunderstorms, power off , remove all the cables connected to it from colliding with other people. Huawei Proprietary and Confidential 1-1 Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd In case of heat and fire, such as a microwave oven or a refrigerator. Use the ...
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1 Warnings and Precautions HUAWEI HG256 User Guide Precautions for Using Wireless Devices z The antenna(s) used for the restrictions on the device nameplate. z The radio waves generated by the device may ... not use the power adapter if its cable is tested and approved according to it, and then contact an authorized service center. 1-2 Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd z Do not use the device where inflammables or explosives are using any smoke or unusual sound or smell, stop using...
1 Warnings and Precautions HUAWEI HG256 User Guide Precautions for Using Wireless Devices z The antenna(s) used for the restrictions on the device nameplate. z The radio waves generated by the device may ... not use the power adapter if its cable is tested and approved according to it, and then contact an authorized service center. 1-2 Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd z Do not use the device where inflammables or explosives are using any smoke or unusual sound or smell, stop using...
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z Before cleaning the device, stop using it, power it . Do not use any cable. z Use a clean, soft, and dry cloth to clean the device shell. Huawei Proprietary and Confidential 1-3 Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 1 Warnings and Precautions z Do not trample, pull, or overbend any cleaning agent or spray to it off, and then remove all the cables connected to clean the device shell. Otherwise, the cable may get damaged, causing malfunction of the device.
z Before cleaning the device, stop using it, power it . Do not use any cable. z Use a clean, soft, and dry cloth to clean the device shell. Huawei Proprietary and Confidential 1-3 Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 1 Warnings and Precautions z Do not trample, pull, or overbend any cleaning agent or spray to it off, and then remove all the cables connected to clean the device shell. Otherwise, the cable may get damaged, causing malfunction of the device.
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... management and diagnosis functions. LAN1-LAN4 Ethernet interfaces used to connect the power adapter to the HG256. HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 2 Product Overview 2 Product Overview 2.1 Product Features The HUAWEI HG256 home gateway (hereinafter referred to as PCs, to the HG256. Table 2-1 Interfaces and buttons of service (QoS). Therefore, use the RESET button with the TR-069...
... management and diagnosis functions. LAN1-LAN4 Ethernet interfaces used to connect the power adapter to the HG256. HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 2 Product Overview 2 Product Overview 2.1 Product Features The HUAWEI HG256 home gateway (hereinafter referred to as PCs, to the HG256. Table 2-1 Interfaces and buttons of service (QoS). Therefore, use the RESET button with the TR-069...
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... INTERNET Green On Red On - 2 Product Overview Interface or Button PHONE WAN WPS WLAN ON/OFF HUAWEI HG256 User Guide Description It is powered off. 2-2 Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd The LAN connection is successfully established and data is used to connect the phone to enable or disable the...
... INTERNET Green On Red On - 2 Product Overview Interface or Button PHONE WAN WPS WLAN ON/OFF HUAWEI HG256 User Guide Description It is powered off. 2-2 Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd The LAN connection is successfully established and data is used to connect the phone to enable or disable the...
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... the WLAN. The USB connection is successfully established and data is being transmitted on the WLAN. HUAWEI HG256 User Guide Indicator WLAN VOIP LAN1, LAN2, LAN3, LAN4 USB 2 Product Overview Color Green Green Green Green Green - The HG256 is being transmitted. Green Green - A connection is set up between the corresponding LAN interface of...
... the WLAN. The USB connection is successfully established and data is being transmitted on the WLAN. HUAWEI HG256 User Guide Indicator WLAN VOIP LAN1, LAN2, LAN3, LAN4 USB 2 Product Overview Color Green Green Green Green Green - The HG256 is being transmitted. Green Green - A connection is set up between the corresponding LAN interface of...
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... use the WLAN function of the HG256, you also need to pay attention to the following precautions for the HG256 Place the HG256 in chapter 1 "Warnings and Precaution." Otherwise, the transmission of radio signals on the WLAN is affected. HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 3 Hardware Installation and... Quick Start 3 Hardware Installation and Quick Start 3.1 Selecting a Position for a better performance of the WLAN: z Place the HG256 in an open space and ensure that no obstacle, such as...
... use the WLAN function of the HG256, you also need to pay attention to the following precautions for the HG256 Place the HG256 in chapter 1 "Warnings and Precaution." Otherwise, the transmission of radio signals on the WLAN is affected. HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 3 Hardware Installation and... Quick Start 3 Hardware Installation and Quick Start 3.1 Selecting a Position for a better performance of the WLAN: z Place the HG256 in an open space and ensure that no obstacle, such as...
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After you power on the HG256, if the HG256 works properly, the indicators on the front panel turn on the side panel of the HG256. 3 Hardware Installation and Quick Start Figure 3-1 Cable connections HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 1 Network jack on the wall 2 Phone 4 Set-top box 5 Power adapter 3 PC 3.3 Powering On the HG256 To power on the HG256, finish the cable connections and press the ON/OFF button on . HG256 works properly according to the descriptions in Table 2-2. 3-2 Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd
After you power on the HG256, if the HG256 works properly, the indicators on the front panel turn on the side panel of the HG256. 3 Hardware Installation and Quick Start Figure 3-1 Cable connections HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 1 Network jack on the wall 2 Phone 4 Set-top box 5 Power adapter 3 PC 3.3 Powering On the HG256 To power on the HG256, finish the cable connections and press the ON/OFF button on . HG256 works properly according to the descriptions in Table 2-2. 3-2 Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd
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...and then press Enter. You can view and set the parameters of the HG256 through this case, the HG256 assigns an IP address to your PC automatically and you do not need to configure the IP address of your PC. HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 3 Hardware Installation and Quick Start 3.4 Logging In to the... Web-Based Configuration Utility The HG256 provides an easy-to-use any proxy server, do as follows: Step 1 Set the network ...
...and then press Enter. You can view and set the parameters of the HG256 through this case, the HG256 assigns an IP address to your PC automatically and you do not need to configure the IP address of your PC. HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 3 Hardware Installation and Quick Start 3.4 Logging In to the... Web-Based Configuration Utility The HG256 provides an easy-to-use any proxy server, do as follows: Step 1 Set the network ...
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...use the settings directly. Enable the WPS negotiation function of the wireless network adapter on your PC and the HG256 manually. Huawei Proprietary and Confidential 4-1 Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd If a wireless network adapter is set up a wireless connection, do as follows: Press...security mode of the WLAN is installed on your network adapter. HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 4 Configuration of WLAN Parameters 4 Configuration of WLAN Parameters 4.1 Setting the WLAN Parameters of the Router The HG256 provides the WLAN function on from the blinking state, indicating that...
...use the settings directly. Enable the WPS negotiation function of the wireless network adapter on your PC and the HG256 manually. Huawei Proprietary and Confidential 4-1 Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd If a wireless network adapter is set up a wireless connection, do as follows: Press...security mode of the WLAN is installed on your network adapter. HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 4 Configuration of WLAN Parameters 4 Configuration of WLAN Parameters 4.1 Setting the WLAN Parameters of the Router The HG256 provides the WLAN function on from the blinking state, indicating that...
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... Connect in the WLAN list, indicating that is Started. Configure the wireless network connection on the rear panel of the HG256 are preset before delivery. Select Use Windows to close the dialog box, and then close the Computer Management window. In... your computer. 1. In the Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box, click OK. ----End 4-2 Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd 4 Configuration of WLAN Parameters HUAWEI HG256 User Guide Step 1 z Use the wireless configuration software provided by the operating system of the ...
... Connect in the WLAN list, indicating that is Started. Configure the wireless network connection on the rear panel of the HG256 are preset before delivery. Select Use Windows to close the dialog box, and then close the Computer Management window. In... your computer. 1. In the Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box, click OK. ----End 4-2 Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd 4 Configuration of WLAN Parameters HUAWEI HG256 User Guide Step 1 z Use the wireless configuration software provided by the operating system of the ...
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... Figure 5-1 Network model of voice services Proxy Server Registrar IP Server BRAS HG256 Telephone Computer Equipment Proxy Server Registrar Server BRAS Description A server that receives registration requests Broadband Remote Access Server Huawei Proprietary and Confidential 5-1 Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 5 Configuration of VoIP 5 Configuration of the client A server that forwards...
... Figure 5-1 Network model of voice services Proxy Server Registrar IP Server BRAS HG256 Telephone Computer Equipment Proxy Server Registrar Server BRAS Description A server that receives registration requests Broadband Remote Access Server Huawei Proprietary and Confidential 5-1 Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 5 Configuration of VoIP 5 Configuration of the client A server that forwards...
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5 Configuration of VoIP HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 5.2 Configuration Procedure You can use the default value for this parameter does not need to use the VoIP service. In general, this parameter to be configured. 5-2 Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd
5 Configuration of VoIP HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 5.2 Configuration Procedure You can use the default value for this parameter does not need to use the VoIP service. In general, this parameter to be configured. 5-2 Huawei Proprietary and Confidential Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd