Huawei HG531v1 Router Manual PDF (Setup & Configuration Guide)
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HG531 V1 300Mbps Wireless ADSL2+ Router
User Guide
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Contents
1 Product Overview
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Supported Features
2
Ports and Buttons
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Indicators
2 Hardware Installation
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Selecting an Installation Location
5
Connecting Cables
6
Powering On
3 Setting Network Parameters
6
Setting the Computer IP Address
7
Logging In to the Web Management Page
7
Setting Dial-Up Connection Parameters
4 Wireless Connection Setup
10
Enabling and Disabling the WLAN on the HG531 V1
10
Setting Up a Wireless Connection Using the WPS Button
10
Manually Setting Up a Wireless Connection
12
Changing Your WLAN Name and Password
5 Maintenance Guide
12
Changing the Web Management Page User Name and Password
12
Restoring Default Settings
6 FAQs
14
What Can I Do If I Cannot Open the Web Management Page?
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What Can I Do If the HG531 V1 Cannot Access the Internet through a Wireless Network
Adapter Sometimes or If the WLAN Connection Is Unsteady?
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What Can I Do If I Cannot Access the Internet?
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I Often Need to Restart the HG531 V1 to Display Web Pages. What Can I Do?
7 Appendix
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Technical Specifications
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Default Settings
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Product Overview
Supported Features
The HG531 V1 300Mbps Wireless ADSL2+ Router (HG531 V1 for short) is a high-speed wireless router
designed for home and small office use. This chapter describes the features supported by the HG531 V1.
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Digital subscriber line (DSL) provides rugged stability, and with the WPS button, zero configuration is
required for connections to multiple devices.
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Network range allows any device in a home to be connected with a transmission rate of up to
300Mbps
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A powerful firewall is provided with a flexible network configuration and quality of service (QoS)
strategy, enabling different home devices to enjoy high-speed and high-quality broadband services.
High-Bandwidth DSL Connectivity
The HG531 V1 incorporates a high-performance ADSL2+ processor and provides high-speed Internet
access and abundant services to be delivered through the digital subscriber line (DSL).
Routing
The HG531 V1 supports routing. It can obtain an IP address through PPP dial-up or Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol (DHCP), which provides simultaneous access for multiple devices.
WLAN
The HG531 V1 supports multiple WLAN protocols, including 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz). Adopting 802.11n
multiple-input multiple-output antennas (MIMO) technology, the HG531 V1 delivers a wireless
transmission rate of up to 300Mbps with its dual antennas. In addition, the HG531 V1 supports multiple
wireless encryption modes to provide a secure, reliable, and high-speed WLAN.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup
You can set up wireless connections between the HG531 V1 and Wi-Fi enabled devices by pressing the
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button.
Firewall
The powerful built-in firewall effectively protects against viruses and malicious attacks.
ARP Attack Protection
You can bundle an IP address and MAC address bi-directionally, which effectively protects your LAN
from Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) attacks.
Easy Configuration and Management
The HG531 V1 provides password-protected web-based management pages to protect your personal data.
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Ports and Buttons
No.
Item
Description
1
Reset
Restores the HG531 V1 to its default settings after you press and
hold this button for 6 seconds or more while the HG531 V1 is
powered on.
A reset will result in all custom data and settings being lost. Use
with caution.
2
On/Off
Powers the HG531 V1 on or off.
3
Power
Connects to a power adapter.
4
LAN4~LAN1
Connects to Ethernet devices, such as computers, set-top boxes
(STBs), and switches.
5
ADSL
Connects to a DSL filter or phone socket.
6
WLAN/WPS
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Enables or disables the WLAN function.
Press this button (more than 3 seconds) to enable the WLAN function.
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Starts Wi-Fi protected setup (WPS) negotiation.
Press this button (less than 3 seconds) to start WPS negotiation.
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WLAN/
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WPS
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Indicators
Indicator
Status
Description
Power
Steady green
The HG531 V1 is powered on.
Off
The HG531 V1 is powered off.
ADSL
Blinking green
A DSL connection is being activated.
Steady green
A digital subscriber line (DSL) connection has been set
up and activated.
Off
No DSL connection has been set up, or the DSL
connection is faulty.
The HG531 V1 is powered off.
Internet
Blinking green
The HG531 V1 is connected to the Internet in router
mode, and data is being transmitted.
Steady green
The HG531 V1 is connected to the Internet in router
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