Huawei HG658 Router Manual PDF (Setup & Configuration Guide)
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HG658 V2 Home Gateway
User Guide
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Contents
1 Product Overview
1
Supported Features
2
Ports and Buttons
3
Indicators
2 Hardware Installation
6
Selecting an Installation Location
6
Installing the HG658 V2 on a DSL Broadband Network
7
Powering On
3 Setting Network Parameters
8
Setting the Computer IP Address
8
Logging In to the Web Management Page
8
Setting Network Access Parameters
4 Wireless Connection Setup
11
Setting Up a Wireless Connection Using the WPS Button
11
Manually Setting Up a Wireless Connection
5 WLAN Configuration
12
Enabling and Disabling the WLAN on the HG658 V2
12
Changing Your WLAN Name and Password
6 Network Security
14
Improving WLAN Security
17
Controlling Computer Internet Access
17
Filtering Out Inappropriate Websites
18
Controlling Computer Bandwidth
20
Configure the Firewall to Prevent Attacks on the Internet
21
Configure DMZ
22
Configure Application Filter
23
Configure Port Forwarding
25
Configure Routing
26
Configure UPnP
7 IP Telephony
27
Introduction to IP Telephony
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Configuring VoIP
29
Placing a VoIP Call
8 USB Device
30
USB Storage Device
30
Connecting a USB Device
32
Configure DLNA
33
Sharing a USB Printer
9 Maintenance Guide
34
Changing the IP Address Used to Log In to the Web Management Page
34
Changing the Web Management Page User Name and Password
35
Restoring Default Settings
36
Upgrading Firmware
36
Using Ping Tool Diagnose Network
37
Using Tracert Tool Diagnose Network
10 Reference Operations
38
Setting Dial-Up Connection Parameters
40
Enabling Wireless Configuration on Windows
41
Checking the Computer MAC Address
11 FAQs
43
What Can I Do If I Cannot Open the Web Management Page?
43
What Can I Do If the HG658 V2 Cannot Access the Internet through a Wireless Network
Adapter Sometimes or If the WLAN Connection Is Unsteady?
43
What Can I Do If I Cannot Access the Internet?
45
I Often Need to Restart the HG658 V2 to Display Web Pages. What Can I Do?
45
What Is the Difference Between Wireless MAC Address Filtering and MAC Address
Filtering?
45
Can I Change the WLAN Password?
12 Appendix
46
Technical Specifications
47
Default Settings
13 For More Help
14 Legal Notice
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Product Overview
Supported Features
The HG658 V2 Home Gateway (HG658 V2 for short) is a high-speed wireless router designed for home
and small office use. This chapter describes the features supported by the HG658 V2.
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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 HG658 V2 incorporates a high-performance ADSL2+/VDSL processor and provides high-speed
Internet access and abundant services to be delivered through the digital subscriber line (DSL).
Routing
The HG658 V2 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 HG658 V2 supports multiple WLAN protocols, including 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz). Adopting
802.11n multiple-input multiple-output antennas (MIMO) technology, the HG658 V2 delivers a
wireless transmission rate of up to 300Mbps with its dual antennas. In addition, the HG658 V2
supports multiple wireless encryption modes to provide a secure, reliable, and high-speed WLAN.
Bandwidth Control
The HG658 V2 supports bandwidth control and allocates bandwidth to different computers within
your home based on Internet access requirements. Your family can then access the Internet, play
online games, and watch videos without interfering with each other.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup
You can set up wireless connections between the HG658 V2 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.
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Parental Controls
Parents can control their children's computer usage by placing time limits on usage duration or
forbidding access to certain websites.
Easy Configuration and Management
The HG658 V2 provides password-protected web-based management pages to protect your personal
data.
Ports and Buttons
No.
Item
Description
1
WPS
Starts Wi-Fi protected setup (WPS) negotiation.
2
WLAN
Enables or disables the WLAN function.
3
On/Off
Powers the HG658 V2 on or off.
4
Power
Connects to a power adapter.
5
DSL
Connects to a DSL filter or phone socket.
6
LAN1
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LAN4
Connects to Ethernet devices, such as computers, set-top boxes