It often happens that the Wi-Fi range is sorely lacking. Users find strange solutions - buying a more powerful router or placing a weak one somewhere under the ceiling, but this does not always help, unless we are talking about Cisco or Zyxel equipment. To solve this problem, this article was created, which will tell you how to connect a router to a router via a cable in order to significantly increase the Wi-Fi coverage area for ease of use.
Preparation for work
To create a network where applicable wired router, it is recommended to use the same devices, and it is not only about the compatibility of the available technologies. Setting up and connecting identical routers is very convenient. Experts recommend purchasing a router and the cheapest access point without the possibility of routing for those who want to save money on the purchase, because the task of the latter is to relay the signal.
The "router-router" network is available in two versions - via a wired and wireless channel. Naturally, the cable connection is not only more reliable, but also allows you to significantly expand the coverage range, up to 100 meters. The wireless channel is limited by signal power and wall ceilings - no more than 10 meters for a high-quality signal. Therefore, to organize the connection, you will need a twisted pair cable, crimped on both sides with connectors of the required length.
Knowledge is never superfluous
Very often, even advanced users have a number of problems associated with configuring a network device. The whole problem is due to an inconsistency between the router manufacturers. Therefore, many IT professionals recommend that you study the operating instructions in detail before making any adjustments to the equipment. There is no need to rely on a setup wizard that will help you make changes to the router, sometimes there is not enough information to correctly start the equipment into operation.
Before TP-LINK or D-Link to a computer or laptop for configuration, it is recommended to first apply power to them and wait until they are fully loaded (20-45 seconds), otherwise, as often happens, the equipment may not notice that what is connected to it. -th device in LAN port.
Organization of access to settings
Dealing with the question: "How to connect a router to a router via a cable?" - Many users may face a problem connecting to the router to make changes from a computer or laptop. Regardless operating system or the equipment manufacturer has only one requirement - to configure the connected devices must be on the same network. There are only two solution options:
- In the factory setting, the router has a DHCP server enabled. Ideal for all users, requiring only a command to the computer to obtain an IP address automatically.
- But a disabled DHCP server in some models of routers will force the user to work with his hands and head. This is not difficult, but detailed instructions on how to carry out an authorized login to the router, it does not hurt.
Setting a dynamic address to a computer
If the DHCP server is enabled on the router and it is impossible to enter the access point settings, you need to give the computer a command to obtain a dynamic network address. To do this, on a PC, you must perform the following sequence of actions:
- "Control Panel" - "Central Network Management Center". On some systems, this sequence of steps includes a Network and Internet item.
- "Change adapter settings".
- Click an alternate mouse button on an active connection and select Properties.
- Find a line containing TCP / IPv4 characters and click "Properties".
- Select the checkboxes in two fields opposite the "Receive automatically" lines. Save and exit.
Before changing the settings in the fifth paragraph, it is recommended to save the set values in a notepad or take a screenshot - perhaps there are settings for the Internet that need to be restored after the two routers are configured.
Setting statics for a computer to connect to a router
The router for the home may have a disconnected one.Therefore, you will have to study the instructions that come with the device and find the IP address of the router. For example, the found address is 100.333.24.15, and the mask is 255.255.248.0. The user must register the appropriate network settings in the computer. The difference should only be in the last digit of the IP address, instead of 15, set 16, for example. After completing the algorithm of actions described in the previous chapter, the settings are made manually at the fifth paragraph.
- Set the checkboxes opposite the "Use" lines.
- IP address 100.333.24.16.
- Mask 255.255.248.0.
- Gateway 100.333.24.15.
- The preferred DNS is 100.333.24.15.
- Alternative DNS can be left blank.
- Save and exit.
Physical connection
Before connecting a router to the Internet, you need to decide which device will be a router and which will be a repeater. connected with one connector to the LAN port of the router, and the second connector to the WAN (Internet) of the repeater. For ease of setup, both devices should be located next to each other, be included in electrical network and reset to factory settings, unless the router is configured for the ISP.
Very often, when configuring the router, administrators from the provider protect their own settings with a password. There is nothing wrong with this, the main thing is that the Internet is fed through the LAN port on the router without hindrance, otherwise without full reset not enough.
Associated settings
Having figured out how to connect the router to the router via a cable on physical level, you need to make fine tuning software part. The DHCP server must be enabled on the router - this is a setting that automatically assigns network address new device when connected. If a laptop or smartphone is freely connected to the router, it means that the server for distributing IP addresses is working. Otherwise, you need to go to the menu to find and open the tab with the inscription DHCP and check the box opposite the inscription "Enable". After completing the configuration, restart the router.
But the repeater, in any case, requires user intervention. You need to go to its settings and find the "Network" tab. Once in the WAN menu, you need to select the "Dynamic IP address" connection type. Then you can start setting up the Wi-Fi network.
Another option with a wired interface
This option is relevant only in cases where the WAN (Internet) entrance to the router on one of the devices is inoperative. Then cable connection is carried out between the LAN ports of two routers. The problem with such a connection is that two devices with the same network address will appear on the network, which will conflict with each other. Therefore, you need to disable the DHCP server on the relay by going to the router menu of the same name. After that, without leaving the settings, you need to find the LAN tab and install static address to a repeater in the same range as the router, but with a difference in the final numbers. Many experts recommend changing the subnet altogether to increase connections from 250 devices to 500, but a home router is unlikely to gain more than ten connections.
Example for configuring routers
In addition to the cable, to make it easier for the user to understand how to configure, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with an example.
Settings for a router that is connected directly to the Internet:
- IP address 192.168.1.1.
- Net mask 255.255.255.0.
- DHCP Server "Enable".
- SSID - Glavnaya.
- Wireless Channel = 12.
- Cipher Type AES.
- PSK / EAP -PSK.
Repeater settings:
- IP address 192.168.1.254.
- Net mask 255.255.255.0.
- DHCP server "Disable".
- SSID - Retranslator.
- Wireless Channel = 1.
- Wireless Security Mode - WPA2.
- Cipher Type AES.
- PSK / EAP - PSK.
In these settings different channels broadcasting. This is done so that the access points do not interfere with each other. Such settings will be useful for users who need the Internet in various places of the organized network, for example, in different rooms. In the process of moving mobile device will automatically switch between routers, and this will not noticeably affect the work of the Internet.
TP-LINK to help
But the owners of TP-LINK routers were very lucky, because the manufacturer worried about the end user and provided all his devices with the technology for expanding the coverage area called WDS. It remains only to explain how to connect a TP-LINK router to a similar device via Wi-Fi. On the repeater, go to the "Wireless mode" settings menu and find the "Enable WDS" item in the list of suggested settings. Then you can enter the SSID name of the router or use the "Search" button if the exact name of the router is unknown. The repeater will find all Wi-Fi devices within range and provide full list with names, MAC addresses and encryption type. All that remains is to select the required router and click the "Connect" button. The connection will automatically transfer the user to where it will be asked to register a name for the access point upon detection, as well as to set a password and encryption type.
Finally
As you can see from the review, the "router-router" network is not as simple as it seems at first glance. There are a lot of settings and all kinds of pitfalls that a network equipment manufacturer or provider can prepare. In any case, before organizing a wireless network at home or at work, it is worth starting the task by reading all the instructions. Understanding the material and the principle of operation of the devices will greatly simplify the setup for any user, and this article will only help determine the type of connection.
It is not necessary to neglect the cable connection, because this class of data transmission in terms of reliability, durability and compatibility with other equipment is much higher than wireless interface... And Wi-Fi still lags behind Ethernet in terms of data transfer rate.
Routers are combined into networks of any coverage area with an unlimited number of devices and on any of them can have a common high speed internet which is distributed by the previous model. Thus, we can easily connect and configure one of them through the other or even others.
Essence of the question
It often happens that in an apartment and in a country house, one router is not able to confidently cover the entire territory. The question becomes even more urgent in private companies, where an office, a store and a warehouse are located in the same building, and wireless Internet is needed throughout the company. Here, combining Wi-Fi routers into a single network with only Internet access on one of them will help.
How to connect and combine routers into a common network
There are several of them - different methods via cable and Wi-Fi. The last method is the most popular and has varieties: bridge mode, repeater mode, client mode (like a simple Wi-Fi module) without distribution (distribution only via LAN cables), etc.
Some commands of step-by-step instructions have been translated into Russian.
Creating a WDS-based bridge
WDS technology allows you to deploy local networks of any coverage area without a LAN cable, consisting exclusively of routers with Wi-Fi. Such a device simultaneously receives data and distributes it further to other routers. You can create a wireless line or "tree" of routers of any length, allowing you to enter the settings of any of the previous routers through a connection to any next one.
As an example - TP-Link routers... This is one of the most popular brands. Almost every second user has D-Link routers and distribution points.
Free exchange of data between routers and network clients
For example, the TP-Link 11n device takes the IP address 192.168.1.1, and the access point (Root AP) - 192.168.1.2. Each device in the wireless network is assigned its own address - otherwise there will be a conflict of IP addresses, communication will be disrupted. The IP is changed by going into the router settings and entering the desired IP address.
Change IP on the router
Follow the steps below to change the IP address.
If there is no connection with the local network of the router, the TP-Link dummy page will be displayed
Upon successful login to tplinkwifi.net or by local IP, the router will ask for a username and password
Go to LAN settings
Please enter desired address and click save buttonConnected devices must be reconnected. The connection settings on the PC or gadget from which the IP was changed on the router also need to be changed.
Setting up a WDS network on a TP-Link router
Depending on the firmware version of the router, the options and lists in the settings are arranged in a different order. The functionality remains the same, without taking into account the innovations when updating the device's firmware or replacing it with another model.
Recommended Wi-Fi Settings on TP-Link Routers
Enable WDS for Bridged Wi-Fi Networking
Choice of channel number, technology and connection speed
Find the SSID from the second router and connect to it
Protection Recommended
Automatic IP selection (DHCP) often interferes with the connection
Click Reboot to restartThe WDS Network Bridge is now complete! To check the network, do the following.
Run command line under account administrator
If the instructions are followed to the smallest detail, the network bridge should workYou can use your network bridge. Routers from other manufacturers are configured in the same way - they all support WDS, and the menus and submenus in the settings are not much different.
The Internet can be accessed via an Internet cable or Wi-Fi router... In the second case, the connection speed is much higher, and the amount of data transferred is not limited.
A router, also known as a router, works as follows. A cable is brought into the room, which is connected to the router, and then pulled to the computer. The router processes the signal and transmits it to all devices over the air. Most routers are preconfigured at the factory. The user only needs to connect the device to a PC and use the Internet.
There is a routing table in the device memory. It contains paths to all devices. This is how a whole network is formed. Periodically, the router sends messages to each device to see if the signal will reach it. This is how the current state of the routing table is checked and dynamic routing works. To prevent the signal from passing to someone else's device, specific addresses are set. Static routing is more difficult to control when there are many devices connected, but it is more secure.
What you need to connect the router to your computer or laptop
To connect a Wi-Fi router to a computer, you need:
- the router itself;
- network cable;
- PC, laptop with a network card.
Modern devices are equipped with 4 LAN connector... That is, you can connect 4 computers to one device or form a local network. The cable usually comes with the router, and the card is integrated into the motherboard.
How to connect a router yourself
Usually, the installation of the device is carried out by employees of the provider company. But beginners will also be able to connect a Wi-Fi router to a computer on their own.
The equipment kit includes a router, cable and instructions. The first step is to connect your Wi-Fi router to your computer. Since the included cable is short enough, you need to install the router close to the computer. If necessary, you need to order a longer cable from the store and crimp it.
First you need to connect the power cord from the wall outlet to the machine. Next, connect the provider's cable and the cable from the computer.
The final step is to pull the network cable into the socket of the PC.
One end of the network cable must be connected to LAN connector(yellow) router, and the second to a computer or laptop.
One of 4 indicators on the device should light up.
The connection should be reflected in the taskbar of the PC screen.
How to properly set up a wifi router
After the connection is established, you can start setting up.
For one pc
If you connect Wi-Fi router to the computer failed, then the toolbar will light up red cross.
The first step is to simply change the cable. If the connection status has changed. for example on yellow cross, then the problem is in him.
Most often, difficulties arise due to the fact that disabled network card... To fix this error you need to “ Toolbars"Select the item" Network and Internet", and then " Network connections". “” Will be displayed among the icons. Right-click on the shortcut and select " Turn on».
If there is no such shortcut at all, then on the PC driver not installed... It is best to download the driver from the disk that came with the equipment.
For PC and mobile gadgets
You can also set up a connection on a laptop through the toolbar. A shortcut to the Internet connection is displayed in the lower left corner. Click on it and go to the section " Network and Internet Settings". The available devices are displayed in the list. You need to find the name of the router on the network, click on the shortcut and press the button " Connect". If the connection is secure, the system will ask for a username and password.
The connection on the smartphone is configured in the same way. In the phone settings, you need to select the section WLAN, find the name of the wireless network in the list, and then enter login and password.
How to install a new router instead of an old one
First you need to connect the new router to your PC, as described earlier. If the device has already been configured by the provider, then immediately after connecting the cable, the Internet will work. To check it is enough to open a browser and load the pages of the sites. But in the case of replacing an old device with a new one, most often you have to change the settings.
After connecting the network cable, you need to open the browser and in search bar drive in 192.168.1.1 " or " 192.168.0.1 "And press Enter... One of these IPs will open the settings. If none of them worked, then the correct IP must be indicated in the instructions for the router.
If everything is done correctly, a window for entering the settings will appear in the browser window. The system will ask for a username and password. When connecting for the first time in both fields, you should specify “ Admin". Instead of password the combination can be applied 1234 ... Also, the login and password for the system can be specified in the instructions for the router.
If none of the proposed options worked, it was not possible to open the settings, then your connection needs additional settings... Only the provider company can understand this issue. The exact settings may vary depending on the device model and service provider. Universal instructions for such cases does not exist.
The settings menu contains several items. Fill in the fields according to the instructions for your device. It is very important to come up with a strong password. Its length must exceed 7 characters. Strong password comprises Latin letters and digits.
Passwords and limited access when distributing the Internet
The router itself does not provide access to the World Wide Web. It must first be configured and connected to the provider's network. At this point, the problem may arise due to limited access.
If the network cable is connected, but the adapter does not work, then there may be several reasons:
- the router is not configured correctly;
- the driver is out of order;
- wireless network is not configured.
Another reason might be to enable power saving mode on laptops with low battery power.
In the first case, you need to reconfigure the router according to the instructions. And in the second, reinstall the drivers.
If problems occur on the network, then you should check the IP address settings. On the Toolbar in the Network Control Center, select the item wireless connection and open " Properties».
In the next menu, select the item " Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP / IPv4)».
In line " IP address"You need to manually drive subnet address which is indicated on a sticker at the bottom of the case.
Now let's look at how to remove limited access on Windows 8 PC... To solve the problem, you need to restart the network adapter.
To do this, in the command "" you need to enter the line ncpa.cpl.
A list of available connections will appear on the screen. Find the right one and open context menu RMB, In the drop-down menu, select the item " Disable», Wait until the adapter turns gray and then reconnect the device.
Another reason for an incorrect connection may be an incorrectly entered network login and password. To solve this problem, you should contact your provider.
In a modern environment, every apartment has more and more devices that can be connected to the Internet. For full-fledged work, an Internet connection is needed for smartphones, phones, tablet computers... The installation of a router can be recommended as the simplest and most universal solution for connecting these devices to the Internet and to each other. Therefore, you need to know how to connect a wifi router.
Through a router to the Internet, or local network you can connect devices such as a printer, laptop, computer, tablet, TV, etc. An example of how to connect the Internet via a router to different devices, is shown schematically in the figure.
A router is a network device that is used to establish a connection with an Internet provider. Through it, after the necessary internal configuration, access to the Internet is provided for your network devices connected to a router, such as a computer, laptop, etc.
Today, the cost of routers is constantly decreasing due to the large number of different models. When choosing a router, you need to know what type of connection your Internet provider uses (cable, telephone). In addition, routers may have some additional functions, for example, the presence of a usb connector, etc., which may be necessary to connect your equipment. From the above article, you will learn how to connect a router to a laptop and computer.
Any modern router has the ability to connect devices both via a network cable (at least four) and via a wireless WI-FI channel. In addition, before connecting to a router, it is important to take all measures to protect your network from possible third-party access.
When choosing a place to install a router, you need to proceed from the fact that the coverage area should cover all places where you need access to the Internet. If the signal is very weak, then the computer or laptop cannot see the router. At the same time, it is recommended to position the router so that the router's network does not extend much beyond the boundaries of the apartment in order to reduce third-party access to it. And if you do not plan to use wireless access, then it is better to simply turn off Wi-Fi when setting up.
After purchasing a router, the first thing to do is to correctly connect the Wi-Fi router to a computer or laptop. This article will provide recommendations for connecting a router.
How to connect a Wi-Fi router
All modern routers differ little from one another. In general, in the router, you can select the interface through which the wifi router is connected, and it can be connected to an external network. And there are a few more interfaces that are required to connect to the internal network.
Before connecting a Wi-Fi router, familiarize yourself with the approximate location of these connectors in the figure.
Router interface
Depending on the connection used by the provider, there may be various options for the "incoming" wire that you connect to the corresponding connector of the router and you need to know how and how to properly connect the router.
How to connect a router to the Internet
If you have a telephone socket (xDSL connection):
If using a network socket (PPTP connection) or optical: channel
Rg46 connector
If a modem is used, then the USB connector:
USB connector
For internal channels are used power sockets(there are usually four of them). There may be a USB connector that is used to connect the printer. Wireless connection carried out via Wi-Fi.
It is usually used when connecting one incoming channel, wiring the network via a network cable to those devices to which it is possible and connecting via Wi-Fi to the rest. When using a cable to connect a router, it is necessary that all connections are made with high quality, otherwise it may turn out that the router does not see the cable.
Internet connection via a router
If you plan to connect a computer on the table to the router, it is better to use a wired connection. Such a connection is better as the fastest and most reliable and has a higher priority in routers.
And customize wired connection will be much easier.
When connecting the router to a laptop or TV, you will need the router itself, the connected device (computer, etc.), a connecting
patch cord with which these devices will be connected to each other. A patch cord is called a crimped cable in a certain way. At the heart of such a cable is "twisted pair", which is eight wires, which are twisted in pairs. Usually the cable is crimped after installation. Factory patch cords are also used, which look like the one in the picture.
Factory patch cord
Also, twisted pair is used if you need to connect the router to a TV, laptop or other devices. To connect to the router, you can also use a wireless connection via Wi-Fi, but such a connection will have a lower bandwidth.
Connecting a wifi router to a computer is done as follows: one end of the patch cord is inserted into any of the LAN (local area network) connectors on the router, and the other end is connected to the computer's network card.
The wire from your Internet provider must be inserted into the WAN (INTERNET) connector, as shown.
Router interface
After connecting all the wires to the router, it will look something like the figure. Where the wire connected to the WAN connector is the wire from the provider, and the wire connecting the router to the computer is inserted into the LAN1 connector. The Power connector has a cable from the power supply, which is connected to the mains.
As you can see, the number of ports on the router (in this case four)
determines the number of devices that can be wired to the router. But this limitation can be easily circumvented by using an additional special device - a switch or a hub. The hub also serves to stabilize the signal if you use a sufficiently long wire connection (about 100 meters long).
The computer is connected with a patch cord to the router through the connector network card... This connector looks like the one in the picture.
The network card connector on the computer
The laptop is connected with a patch cord to the router through the connector of the network card, as in the figure.
All other devices, such as a phone, smartphone, etc., are best connected wirelessly Wi-Fi connection... After connecting the router, just wait a few seconds and the connection will be established. Sometimes a situation may arise that the laptop does not see the wifi router, then it is recommended to update the firmware of your router by downloading the latest version from the manufacturer's website. The patch cord may have been crimped poorly and needs to be re-crimped.
The presence of a signal on the router can be judged by the glow of the indicators on the front panel. If the WAN indicator is off and the router does not connect to the Internet, then there may be problems with the provider's equipment. Next, you can enter the network address of your router (address 192.168.1.1) in the browser and configure the router by going to the web interface.
Instructions for connecting the router to a computer and laptop via WI-FI (Windows 7)
If you are using a laptop, then first you need to activate WI-FI button located on the laptop. Most laptops contain such a button, while you can turn on and off the WI-FI module. When this mode is activated, this will be signaled by the glow of the corresponding indicator on the laptop case. If there is no such button, then it is possible to turn on Wi-Fi mode it is necessary to press a certain combination on the keyboard. You can see this combination in the instructions for the laptop, for example, in Asus laptop you need to press Fn and F2. If your laptop can work in WiMAX 4G and Wi-Fi, then you need to select the Wi-Fi mode.
After that, you need to check if the wireless connection is enabled in the settings of your operating system. To do this, you need to open the view menu network connections like the picture below. Make sure the wireless connection is turned on.
After that, you need to determine which application in your operating system is used to connect to WiFi. Usually the connection is special utility which is installed with the WiFi adapter drivers. You can find out about the use of such a utility by the seen icon in the tray or by looking in the programs installed on the computer. You should pay attention to this, because such a utility can take over control WiFi adapter the operating system. This problem can lead to the fact that your laptop or computer does not see the router. When you determine exactly which utility is responsible for the WiFi connection, you will need to connect to WiFi using this utility. Or you can disable the use of this utility in its settings and return control of the connection to the operating system.
If WiFi connection is controlled by the operating system, then we will configure a connection with an open SSID. A public or private SSID affects the security of the Wi-Fi network. If the SSID is hidden, then the broadcast of the network identifier is deactivated, and your wireless network will be hidden from client devices. Such a shutdown can hide the network only from relatively inexperienced users.
To connect the network, you need to left-click on the icon responsible for the wireless network and located in the tray. From the list of available networks that you will see, you need to select your wireless network and double-click on it with the left mouse button.
After that, in the appropriate field you need to enter the value of your network security password and click OK.
The operating system will connect the router to a computer or laptop via Wi-Fi. If the connection was successful, then you can go to the Internet by opening a browser. If the router does not see the Internet, then check the reliability of the cable connection from the provider to the router. When you further connect your computer or laptop to the wireless network, you will not need to enter a password to access the network, since the connection will occur automatically.
If you need to connect to a wireless network with a hidden SSID, then you need to select the Manage wireless networks item in the computer menu, as in the figure below.
In the window that opens, select the Add option.
After that, you need to choose to create a network profile manually.
Now in the window that opens, you need to enter all the parameters required to connect with a hidden SSID, as in the figure below.
You need to enter the name of the network in the field - Network name. The type of network security you choose is the one set on the router (WPA, WEP or WPA2). You need to enter the security key that you specified when setting up the router. After completing all the settings, you need to click Next and the next window will notify you that your network has been added.
After that, the operating system will connect to your network if the signal strength is sufficient. And you can open your browser and browse the internet.
When connecting a computer to Wi-Fi, you need to connect the Wi-Fi module to your computer to the USB connector. It is more convenient for these purposes to use the connector located on the front panel of the computer. Then check the connection of wireless devices to the system. To do this, open the View Network Connections, as in the picture below.
In this window, the wireless connection must be enabled. After that, it is necessary, as in the version with a laptop, to determine the program that is used to connect Wi-Fi and use it for a wireless connection.
Configuring a wireless connection when the DHCP server is down
Let's consider the option of connecting a computer to a router with a disabled DHCP server. This method can also be used if the computer cannot get the IP address of the router and the computer does not see the wifi router. To configure such a connection, you need to manually enter the value of the IP parameters used in your wireless network into the TCP / IP settings. In the event that the DHCP parameters in the router have not changed, you only need to enter in the appropriate field any suitable IP address that is in the range of values set by the default router.
This setting should make it possible to work if you had a problem with the fact that the computer does not see the router. Even if the network address acquisition status is lit and the network address will not be acquired automatically.
For further configuration, you need to open the view of network connections, as in the figure below.
After that, you need to click on the wireless connection icon and select Properties from the menu.
After that, you need to configure the properties of the Internet Protocol version 4. In this window, you must manually register the IP address parameters to connect to the WIFI network. In this window, you must manually register those parameters that the router accepts. When using a router manufactured by Asus, Linksys or ZyXel, you can register the following parameters for the IP address,
default gateway and subnet mask as in the picture below.
After entering all the necessary settings, click OK to apply the settings. With this setup, it should be borne in mind that if you often work on a laptop with other Wi-Fi networks outside the home, then there may be some problems with automatic connection to these networks. This will be due to the fact that you hard-coded the TCP / IP settings, and other ranges for network addresses will be used outside the home.
Now you know what a wi fi router is, how to connect various devices to it.
How to connect to the Internet via a router?
With the help of a router or, as it is also called, a router, you can create a local network in your apartment that will distribute the Internet to all technical devices connected to it.
Today we will look at how to independently connect the Internet through a router.
Equipment and device of the router
Router package
Open the box and check the contents. The complete set of the router should contain the following: the device itself, adapter (power supply), Ethernet network cable (RJ-45 connector), disk with drivers and installation program, router configuration guide. Installation disc we will not need it in this case, since we will set all the settings ourselves.
Router device
Flip the router back panel to yourself and pay attention to the ports. Typically a device contains five connectors, four of which are the same color. These inputs are called LAN ports and are designed to connect equipment from which you want to enter global network... The fifth connector is different in color and is called WAN or Internet port. This connector is designed to connect the Internet wire, which was extended to you by the specialists of your provider's company.
To the right of the Internet connector there is an input for connecting a power supply. And the panel is closed by a small button called "Reset". The button is used to reset the settings and reboot the router. To restart the device, you must press the button (with a thin tip, for example, a toothpick, etc.) and hold it for five seconds. Pressing the "Reset" button will reset all installed settings and the default parameters are set.
Installing, connecting and configuring the router
Installation and connection
- First you need to call the operator technical support your ISP. Inform that you want to register the router and dictate to the specialist the MAC address of the device (the number is on a sticker on the router itself, and is also spelled out in the instructions).
- Determine the location of the device: the router can be installed directly in the room where the computer is located, or hung on the wall, for example, in the corridor. When installing the router, make sure there is a 220 volt outlet nearby.
- Then connect the power adapter to the router and plug the device into a power outlet.
- Connect an Internet wire to the WAN connector.
- Connect a network cable to one of the LAN ports on the router, and on the other side to the corresponding input on your computer or laptop.
- After connecting the device, proceed to setting it up.
Customization
- Click Start, go to Control Panel, select the Network Connections tab and go to Local Area Connection.
- Click right click mouse on the connection icon and select "Properties".
- Then click on "Internet Protocol (TCP / IP)" and click on the "Properties" button.
- Check the corresponding boxes for automatic tuning IP and DNS addresses.
- Depending on the operating system, the steps for configuring IP and DNS may differ. (Click the "Start" button and select "View network connections". Next, select your type of connection and go to the "Local Area Connection" section. Go to "Properties" and select "Internet Protocol version 4". Then through the "Properties "go to the next window and check the corresponding boxes to automatically configure IP and DNS addresses).
- Next, find the IP address of the device in the instructions from the router. Most manufacturers have a router with an IP address of 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1.
- Enter IP in address bar browser and press the "Enter" key.
- In the window that appears, you must enter your username and password. The data is also required to be found in the manual for using the router. For most models, the username is admin, the password is admin, or an empty string (that is, the password field remains empty).
- Then again you need to dial the Provider's operator and find out the following characteristics of the settings: connection type, server, username and password. Also inquire about additional settings.
- After entering the default username and password, go to the "Setup" section and select the "Internet Setup" tab.
- Then click on the "Manual Internet Connection Setup" button and write down all the settings that the specialist dictated to you.
- After entering the settings, click the "Save" button.
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