How to install and configure a WiFi router - from A to Z. Step-by-step instructions

In reality modern world Every Internet user should know how to connect a router. Routers are fairly simple network equipment. Anyone can set them up, but only if they follow certain instructions. We will tell you everything from “A” to “Z” about connecting, activating and setting up a home modem.

Selecting a location

Once you've purchased your new router and unpacked it, don't rush to connect it. The router needs to choose the right location, because the quality of the signal and its distribution throughout the apartment depend on this. The choice of location is based on several parameters:

available network cable length;
availability of a nearby outlet;
dimensions of the house or apartment.

Most even budget models have powerful transmitters to ensure signal distribution in three-room apartments. It is recommended to place the device on a hill (on the highest shelf, on top of a table, or attach it to the wall) for better signal propagation. Make sure that the LAN cable and power cord are loose and not under tension.

Do not install the modem near electrical appliances (TVs, microwaves, or system unit). Remember that metal barriers weaken Wi-Fi the most. If you have metal cabinets or cabinets, of course, we recommend moving them to the outer walls. If in a private house the coverage area does not cover all rooms, then it is worth strengthening the signal or purchasing a repeater.

Connecting the router to a laptop or PC

Having chosen a place, it is worth inspecting the purchase package to begin connecting. As a rule, the kit also includes a LAN cable, instructions and a disk with electronic documentation or support software. At a minimum, you need to connect the router to an Internet cable, and you can configure it either from a PC or laptop via Wi-Fi.

Via cable

If you are using an ADSL or Ethernet connection, then you need to connect a wire with the Internet to the router (as a rule, this is the classic “ twisted pair"). Take the end of the cable and then plug it into a port called WAN. It is usually highlighted in color separately from others. Next, connect the output network card with the router's LAN port. There are usually 4 of them in the device. They are marked in yellow/orange.

Next, take the power supply and plug it into a power outlet, and insert the end of the wire into the connector on the modem (it can be designated as 5V-2.5A or Power). Use only factory power supplies, as products from third-party manufacturers may produce a different voltage, which in extreme cases will lead to burnout of the microcircuits.

Connecting the router is very simple, and then you can configure the device via the web interface directly from your computer.

Via Wi-Fi

A Wi-Fi router has one important advantage - it can be configured remotely, without resorting to a physical connection through a wire between the device and the computer. As a rule, most models immediately distribute Wi-fi after switching on. A password is not set, but if there is an icon with a lock on the network, then you should look at the factory code for the network on the label of the router.

Find the wireless networks icon in the tray and click on it;
select yours from the list wireless point access and click “Connect”.

We recommend sitting as close to the device as possible, since the data transfer speed directly depends on the distance. If Wi-Fi does not activate automatically, you will have to do it manually. Then you can connect to the router only in one way - wired.

Setting up the router

Some providers do not require the user to set up a modem, since after the steps described above the Internet is already available on the computer, however, these are rare situations. More often than not, you have to manually establish the connection. Wi-Fi setup is required if you want to put your password on the network.

Login to the web interface

First, you need to learn how to enter the main menu of the router. Please note that the device does not need to be connected to the Internet at all to do this. You will need any browser ( Google Chrome, Opera, Firefox or similar). Next you need to know:

IP address where you can access the modem menu;
username and access code (password).

This information is located on a special label attached to the case. The login is usually the English word admin, the password is either similar or presented as a combination of numbers (1234 or 0000). It depends on the manufacturer.

Once all the information received has been found, follow these simple steps:

You will be taken to the main menu when you provide the correct information. Now you can change the device settings. You can log in not only from a personal computer, but even from a phone by repeating this procedure in a mobile browser.

Reset all settings

Before performing any actions, you need to figure out how to return everything to its place if incorrect parameters are set. Modems have a special feature called Factory Reset. It will override any changes made by the user. You can reset the device in several ways:

Separate RESET button. Hold it for more than 10 seconds until all indicator lights come on and go off.
Combined WPS/RESET button. It is also necessary to hold it for more than ten seconds.
Soft reset via the corresponding item in the system menu.

After the reset, the login information and Wi-Fi password (if there was one) will be reset to the factory settings. This is the only way to regain “control” over the device if it has been hacked by attackers.

Internet setup, connection types

Let's move on to the most interesting part - setting up an Internet connection. Typically, the procedure comes down to determining the type of connection and setting the specified parameters, which are provided by the provider. Let's look at connection types using the example of the common Wi-Fi router TP-LINK TL-WR840N. Menu options may vary slightly on other devices.

The connection is configured in the “Network” section, WAN subsection. Available for you to choose from following types:

This router model has a “Detect” button. Once it has been pressed, the system will automatically select the connection type to be used.

Wi-Fi setup

If you are using a Wi-Fi modem, then the menu will have a special item for setting up the device as an access point. More advanced models can work as a client or repeater. To start setting up, you need:

At the end, all you have to do is click the “Save” button. Some models will also require a reboot for the changes to take effect. Do not use simple passwords similar to combinations of numbers from 1 to 8 or the famous “qwerty”. They are easily selected not only by specialized software, but also ordinary users. These are all the steps needed to activate Wi-fi.

Other settings

Depending on the manufacturer, of course, routers have a whole range of additional settings. We recommend reading in detail about each of them in technical manual. The most common and useful ones will be presented here:

MAC address filtering. The function allows you to restrict access to Wi-Fi for individual devices. For example, you can prevent your neighbor’s phone from connecting, but you will first have to find out the MAC address of his device.
Creating an additional guest network. The device creates a separate network with its own password. You can limit the number of users, connection speed, and more. Useful when using the modem in public places.
Virtual servers. Allows you to redirect incoming packets to the required address.
Parental control. Restricts access to specific resources (either completely or at certain times). Useful feature if there are children in the family.
Backup copy. With its help, you can create a file with settings, and if there are problems with the device, restore them in just a couple of clicks.

Do not set parameters on the router that you have no idea about. They may disrupt or block Internet access.

Changing the password to log into the web interface

As you noticed, the standard passwords in the web interface are identical on almost all models. To prevent attackers from playing around with your router, we recommend changing your password. This is done through one of the sections of the standard menu:

This simple step will significantly improve the security of your network. The knowledge gained will be useful many times in life. You shouldn’t pay an adjuster for basic steps that you can do yourself in 5-10 minutes. If difficulties arise, do not be lazy to open the instructions.

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In order to organize a wireless Wi-Fi network at home and provide Internet access to all mobile devices (laptops, tablets, phones, etc.), you need a router (even many novice users are already aware of this). True, not everyone dares to connect it and configure it themselves...

In fact, most people can do this (I don’t take into account exceptional cases when an Internet provider creates such a “wild” with its own parameters for accessing the Internet...). In this article I will try to answer all the most FAQ that I heard (and hear) when connecting and setting up Wi-Fi router. So let's get started...

1) What router do I need, how to choose it?

Perhaps this is the first question that users who want to organize a wireless Wi-Fi network at home ask themselves. I would start this question with a simple and important point: what services does your Internet provider provide (IP telephony or Internet television), what Internet speed do you expect (5-10-50 Mbit/s?), and at what protocol you are connected to the Internet (for example, now popular: PPTP, PPPoE, L2PT).

Those. The functions of the router will begin to appear by themselves... In general, this topic is quite extensive, therefore, I recommend that you read one of my articles:

searching and choosing a router for your home -

2) How to connect the router to the computer?

As a rule, the router itself includes a power supply and network cable to connect to a PC (see Fig. 1).

By the way, please note that back wall The router has several sockets for connecting a network cable: one WAN port and 4 LAN ( the number of ports depends on the router model. In the most common home routers, the configuration is as in Fig. 2).

Rice. 2. Typical rear view of the router (TP Link).

The Internet cable from your provider (which was most likely previously connected to the PC’s network card) must be connected to the blue port of the router (WAN).

Using the cable that comes with the router, you need to connect the computer’s network card (where the provider’s Internet cable was previously connected) to one of the router’s LAN ports (see Fig. 2 - yellow ports). By the way, you can connect several more computers this way.

At an important moment! If you don’t have a computer, you can connect the LAN port of the router to a laptop (netbook) with a network cable. The fact is that initial setup It is better (and in some cases, it is impossible to do otherwise) via a wired connection. After you specify all the basic parameters (set up wireless connection Wi-Fi) - then the network cable can be disconnected from the laptop and continue to work via Wi-Fi.

As a rule, there are no issues with connecting cables and power supplies. Let's assume that your device is connected, and the LEDs on it started blinking :).

3) How to enter the router settings?

This is probably the key question of the article. In most cases, this is done quite simply, but sometimes... Let's consider the whole process in order.

By default, each router model has its own address for entering the settings (as well as login and password). In most cases it is the same: http://192.168.1.1/, however, there are exceptions. Here are a few models:

Asus - http://192.168.1.1 (Login: admin, Password: admin (or empty field));
ZyXEL Keenetic - http://192.168.1.1 (Login: admin, Password: 1234);
D-LINK - http://192.168.0.1 (Login: admin, Password: admin);
TRENDnet - http://192.168.10.1 (Login: admin, Password: admin).

At an important moment! It is impossible to say with 100% accuracy what address, password and login your device will have (even despite the brands I listed above). But this information must be indicated in the documentation for your router (most likely, on the first or last page of the user manual).

Rice. 3. Enter your login and password to access the router settings.

For those who were unable to enter the router settings, there is a good article with reasons (why this could happen). I recommend using the tips, link to the article below.

How to log in to 192.168.1.1? Why it doesn’t log in, the main reasons are:

How to enter the Wi-Fi router settings (step by step) -

4) How to set up an Internet connection in a Wi-Fi router

Before describing these or those settings, a small footnote should be made here:

First - even routers from one model range may have different firmware ( different versions). The settings menu depends on the firmware, i.e. what you will see when you go to the settings address (192.168.1.1). The settings language also depends on the firmware. In my example below, I will show the settings popular model router - TP-Link TL-WR740N (settings on English language, but understanding them is not so difficult. Of course, it’s even easier to set up in Russian).
The router settings will depend on the network organization of your Internet provider. To configure the router, you need connection information (login, password, IP addresses, connection type, etc.), usually everything you need is contained in the Internet connection agreement.
For the above reasons, it is impossible to give universal instructions that are suitable for all occasions...

U different internet providers different type connections, for example, Megaline, ID-Net, TTK, MTS, etc. use a PPPoE connection (I would call it the most popular). In addition, it provides higher speed.

When connecting PPPoE to access the Internet, you need to know the password and login. Sometimes (as for example, MTS) uses PPPoE+Static Local: access to the Internet will be provided, after entering the password and login for access, the local network is configured separately - you will need: IP address, mask, gateway.

Necessary settings (for example PPPoE, see Fig. 4):

You need to open the “Network / WAN” section;
WAN Connection Type - indicate the type of connection in in this case PPPoE;
PPPoE Connection: Username - specify the login for accessing the Internet (specified in your agreement with the Internet provider);
PPPoE Connection: Password - password (similar);
Secondary Connection - here we either do not indicate anything (Disabled), or, for example, as in MTS - we indicate Static IP (depending on the organization of your network). Typically, this settings item affects access to the local network of your Internet provider. If you don’t need it, you don’t have to worry too much;
Connect on Demand - establish an Internet connection as needed, for example, if the user accesses an Internet browser and requests a page on the Internet. By the way, please note that there is a column below Max idle Time - this is the time after which the router (if it is idle) will disconnect from the Internet.
Connect Automatically - connect to the Internet automatically. In my opinion, the optimal parameter is what you need to choose...
Connect Manually - connect to the Internet manually (inconvenient...). Although for some users, for example, if traffic is limited, it is quite possible that this type will be the most optimal, allowing them to control the traffic limit and not go into the red.

Rice. 4. Setting up a PPPoE connection (MTS, TTK, etc.)

It is also worth paying attention to the Advanced tab - in it you can set DNS (they are sometimes necessary).

Rice. 5. Advanced tab in the TP Link router

Another important point - many Internet providers bind your MAC address to the network card and do not allow you to access the Internet if the MAC address has changed ( approx. each network card your unique MAC address).

Modern routers can easily emulate the desired MAC address. To do this you need to open the tab Network/MAC Clone and press the button Clone MAC Address.

Alternatively, you can tell your new MAC address to your Internet provider and they will unblock it.

Note. The MAC address is something like this: 94-0C-6D-4B-99-2F (see Fig. 6).

Rice. 6. MAC address

By the way, for example in “ Billine» connection type is not PPPoE, A L2TP. The setup itself is done in a similar way, but with some caveats:

Wan Connection Type - the connection type must be selected L2TP;
Username, Password - enter the data provided to you by your Internet provider;
Server IP-address - tp.internet.beeline.ru;
save the settings (the router should reboot).

Rice. 7. Setting up L2TP for Billine...

Note: Actually, after entering the settings and rebooting the router (if you did everything correctly and entered exactly the data that is needed), the Internet should appear in your laptop (computer) that you connected via a network cable! If this is the case, all that remains is to set up a wireless Wi-Fi network. In the next step, we will do this...

5) How to set up a wireless Wi-Fi network in a router

Setting up a wireless Wi-Fi network, in most cases, comes down to specifying the network name and password to access it. As an example, I’ll show the same router (though I’ll take Russian firmware to show both Russian and English options).

First you need to open the Wireless section (wireless network), see fig. 8. Next, set the following settings:

Network name - the name that you will see when searching for and connecting to a Wi-Fi network (specify any);
Region - you can specify “Russia”. By the way, many routers don’t even have such a parameter;
Channel Width, Channel- you can leave Auto and not change anything;
Save your settings.

Rice. 8. Setting up a Wi-Fi wireless network in the TP Link router.

Next, you need to open the “ Wireless Security". Many people underestimate this point, but if you do not protect the network with a password, then all your neighbors will be able to use it, thereby reducing your network speed.

Version: you don’t have to change it and leave it automatic;
Encryption: also automatic;
PSK password is the password to access your Wi-Fi network. I recommend that you indicate something that is difficult to find by regular search, or by random guessing (no 12345678!).

Rice. 9. Setting the encryption type (security).

After saving the settings and rebooting the router, your wireless Wi-Fi network should start working. Now you can set up a connection on your laptop, phone and other devices.

6) How to connect a laptop to wireless Wi-Fi networks

As a rule, if the router is configured correctly, there should be no problems with setting up and accessing the network in Windows. And such a connection is made in a couple of minutes, no more...

First, click on Wi-Fi icon in the tray next to the clock. In the window with a list of found Wi-Fi networks, select yours and enter the password to connect (see Fig. 10).

Rice. 10. Wi-Fi selection network for connecting a laptop.

If you entered the network password correctly, the laptop will establish a connection and you can start using the Internet. Actually, this completes the setup. For those who did not succeed, below are some links to typical problems.

The laptop does not connect to Wi-Fi (does not find wireless networks, no available connections) -

Problems with Wi-Fi in Windows 10: network without Internet access -

Nowadays there are a huge number of different Wi-Fi routers on sale from different manufacturers. And that’s good, there’s plenty to choose from. But immediately after purchasing a router, we need to install, connect and configure it. And if the connection process is practically the same depending on the model, then the setup process itself and the page with the router settings can be different even from the same manufacturer.

It is very difficult to give detailed and step-by-step instructions for setting up in one article different models. But I'll try. In this article I will describe in detail and show how to install and configure a Wi-Fi router. Regardless of what manufacturer and model you have. This universal instructions Suitable for both setting up a new router and re-configuring it. You can do everything yourself. And you don’t have to pay specialists for setup.

Login to the router settings. How to log into the web interface?

Each router has its own web interface (site with settings, control panel), which can be accessed through a browser by going to the appropriate address.

Important! To go into the router settings and configure it, your device (PC, laptop, smartphone, tablet) must be connected to the router via cable or Wi-Fi network. At the same time, there may be no access to the Internet on the computer. You don't need internet to log into the control panel!

If you have a high-speed connection on your computer (maybe with your provider's name), then after connecting through the router there is no need to start it!

To enter the settings we need find out the address our router and factory username and password for authorization. This information is located on the body of the device itself. It looks something like this:

On a computer, or mobile device which is connected to the router, open the browser (Opera, Chrome, Yandex.Browser, etc.) and go to the address indicated on the case. Or try 192.168.1.1 and 192.168.0.1.

Important! We enter the address exactly in address bar, not the search bar. Many people get confused and instead of a page with settings they end up on a page with the search results of some search engine.

On the login page you need to specify a username and password. The factory settings are indicated on the device body. Most often these are admin and admin. On some models, the default settings are not protected, and immediately after logging into the control panel, you need to set a login and password.

Articles that may be useful to you at this stage:

If the settings page has opened, we can continue. If not, then see the article with solutions to this problem at the link above.

How to set up a Wi-Fi router?

In order to use the Internet through a router, you need at least:

Set up an Internet connection.
Set up a Wi-Fi network.

In most cases this is enough. I also recommend changing the password that protects the router’s web interface. Is there some more IPTV settings, USB drives, parental controls etc., but not everyone needs them.

In the control panel of almost every router there is a so-called “Wizard” quick setup", also known as "Quick Setup". On some devices, it opens immediately after entering the control panel. With its help, you can configure your Wi-Fi router step by step. Connecting to the Internet, wireless network etc. For example, what it looks like at TP-Link:

You can try it, it's very convenient.

Internet setup. The most important step

The main thing is correctly configure the router to connect to the provider. If he cannot connect to the Internet, then all devices will have a “No Internet access” connection. Many users who try to configure everything themselves most often encounter problems at this stage.

Each Internet provider uses a specific type of connection. Dynamic IP (DHCP), Static IP, PPPoE, L2TP, PPTP. This type of connection must be specified in the control panel of the router, and certain parameters provided by the Internet provider must be specified.

Important! You must know exactly what type of connection your provider has. Also all the necessary data for connection (Username: Password), if they are necessary. As a rule, this information is specified in the contract that you received when connecting to the Internet.

Some providers bind by MAC address. It would also be desirable to clarify this.

If your provider uses a “Dynamic IP” (DHCP) connection, then the Internet should work immediately after connecting, since this type of connection is set by default on routers.

If the Internet through the router is already working (and you haven't run any connections on the computer), then you can skip this section and go straight to setting up Wi-Fi.

When the connection type is PPPoE, L2TP, PPTP, or Static IP (which is very rare), then you need to set the necessary parameters. Usually, this is the login and password that your provider gave you. In the control panel, the section with these settings is most often called: “WAN”, “Internet”, “Internet”.

For example, what it looks like PPPoE setup connections on the ASUS router:

Other examples:

Target: so that the Internet through the router works on all devices. Via cable and Wi-Fi. If this does not happen, then there is no point in continuing the setup.

You can always call the provider and clarify what parameters should be specified and where. They help many people over the phone.

Articles that may be useful to you:

I hope everything worked out for you.

Changing Wi-Fi network settings

I highly recommend changing your Wi-Fi network name and password. It is also advisable to set your region. Everything is simple there. This can be done in the section with wireless network settings. It can be called differently: “Wi-Fi”, “Wireless network”, “Wireless”, “Wireless mode”. If you have a dual-band router, then the settings must be set separately for the network at 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

In the "Network name" (SSID) field you need to enter a new name. In English letters.
In the "Password" field (wireless network key) create and write down a password. Minimum 8 characters. Security type - WPA2 - Personal.
Well, there should be a “Region” field there. Change it to yours.

If something doesn’t work out for you during the setup process, you can always reset the settings to factory defaults and try setting everything up again. Find the “Reset” or “Reset” button on the case, press it and hold for about 10 seconds. The indicators will tell you when the reset occurred.

You can leave questions in the comments. I just have a small request, describe the problem in detail. Write the router model. Otherwise, it’s very difficult to understand and advise something when you don’t understand the question itself. Best wishes!

Today, people who want to gain freedom of action and experience convenient and wire-independent work at a computer are increasingly interested in how to properly install and connect a wireless Wi-Fi router. I think you will agree with me that running your own online business or just walking around the Internet is very convenient if you have freedom from wires and the ability to move around your home and office. I think you, like me, are in favor of a comfortable and convenient organization of your workplace.

It doesn’t matter whether you earn income from an Internet resource or provide consulting services, run an online store, create various kinds of services, or maybe just spend time on the Internet in order to accumulate useful information for yourself, in any case, comfort creates a platform for fruitful work in any field of activity. The data transmission speed of a router in a Wi-Fi wireless network directly depends on the quality of the signal, the power of the antennas and the number of connected devices.

In order for the signal on a Wi-Fi wireless network to be stable and strong, you need it in a building (apartment, house, office). It should be said that in this publication we will look at connecting the hardware of a Wi-Fi router, and how to set up Internet access on the router and configure a wireless network on it.

I would like to draw your attention to the fact that very often uninformed users buy a wired router instead of a wireless one. What are their differences? The fact is that a Wi-Fi router (also known as wireless) makes it possible to create a local (LAN) and wireless network (Wi-Fi).

That is, it can transmit the Internet signal to client devices (tablet, laptop, Smart TV, phone...) both via wires and via a Wi-Fi radio channel. But with a wired router, only the same network of the same name awaits you. That is, with the help of this network device you can only create a wired one local network. However, there are fewer and fewer such network devices and almost all routers have a wireless network function.

So, let's get to the point. Typically, a router comes with a power adapter, an Ethernet cable, an installation CD, and a quick installation guide. First of all, find a suitable location for your Wi-Fi router so that its signal is not affected by various external factors. If you need to diagnose your wireless network, find and switch to a less congested channel, then I wrote about this in this article.

Connecting the router hardware.

First, disconnect your computer and router from the network, if you have them connected. Next, you need to install the router in the optimal place so that all participants in the wireless network receive good wifi signal. In most cases, it is appropriate to centrally place the network device in the area where there will be wireless clients connected by a Wi-Fi connection.

Now connect all client devices (computer, laptop, switch/hub...) to the LAN ports of the router. If you will carry out wireless connection client devices to the router - then skip this step. I mean no wired connection You won't need it.

In the image below, I schematically show how to connect the router to devices and to the Internet.

When connecting a Wi-Fi router to a computer and then setting up a network device, you usually use the included patch cord. To do this, you just need to plug one end of the patch cord into one of the LAN ports (1, 2,3, 4) of the router, and the other into the network card of your computer ( Ethernet port). If for some reason you don’t have it, you can do it yourself.

After connecting and completing all necessary settings wireless communication, this computer can already be connected to the router not using a cable, but via Wi-Fi.

All that remains is to connect the cable from the Internet provider to the WAN port of the router, connect the power adapter to it and plug it into a power outlet. The router will automatically begin its download.

Now turn on your computer and check physical connection to the device router using indicators. In the manual for your router or on installation disk The status and meaning of the indicators must be described. In my case, the description of the indicators looks like this:

If the router is physically connected correctly and everything works as expected, then you can proceed to setting up the computer (determine the type and connection to the provider) and the router. Read more about this in the second part of the article (link at the end of this post).

Some digital ones can be connected using a universal wireless adapter WINCE 2001, which uses WPS technology to automatically connect to Wi-Fi router. This video will tell you in detail about what WINCE 2001 is.

In conclusion of the article, I would like to draw your attention to the fact that in some cases, a router, like a computer, in order to avoid failure as a result of a landing and a voltage surge, it is better to connect to the power supply through a source uninterruptible power supply. In addition, a UPS will give you the opportunity to finish your work on the computer without losing data.

Now you know how best to install and connect a wireless router. Bye!

2014-08-31T15:27:44+00:00

Alexey: You can also configure it via a tablet, via a wireless Wi-Fi network. Although I am a supporter of setting up a router using a patch cord via a computer.

2014-08-30T23:20:07+00:00

Rustem: You can use it, but you will still need a PC to configure the router.

2014-08-30T23:18:09+00:00

AntonK: Connecting a router via a UPS is relevant when connected to the router HDD. This will avoid errors on the screw.

The modern Russian electronics market offers a wide selection of Wi-Fi routers from different manufacturers. However, immediately after purchasing a technical device, a number of unresolved issues may arise before the consumer. One of them is the order correct connection purchased router.

Some buyers seek to immediately save themselves from potential difficulties and turn to specialists, which entails additional material costs. This approach is not entirely justified, because connecting a Wi-Fi router yourself is real and simple.

Depending on the device model (TP-Link, Zyxel Keenetic, MikroTik, NETGEAR, etc.) the process of putting the router into operation may have minor differences.

Nevertheless, there is a universal algorithm, following which you can configure any router:

Wiring and installation wireless router. Unpack what you bought in store electronic device, decide where to install it, and also connect the power adapter and other cables necessary to maintain a wireless Internet connection.
Login software and setting up the network card. After making sure that all wires are properly connected, you should open the control panel of the router and set individual parameters for your network.
Setting up the proper functioning of the network. At this step, you connect to the services of your Internet provider. To do this, you will need to remember your Internet access data.
Wireless network configurations. The final step involves selecting the type of Internet connection, creating a wireless network access point, entering its name and setting a password.

Reference! Keep in mind that setting up a router does not differ depending on the Internet service provider (Domolink, Dom.ru, Beeline, etc.) They all work on the same principle and differ only in the tariff plan.

For the most complete coverage of the circuit self-connection For a Wi-Fi router, you will need to consider each of the above points separately and in more detail.

Determining the location of the device

It is advisable to place the router in the central part of the room or on one of the cabinets (closer to the center). Access point located on high level, transmits the signal in the best way and covers a large area of the territory.

Important! note that Wi-Fi installation the router next to the mirrors entails negative consequences for its operation. Surfaces that reflect light will block wireless signals and radio waves will not be able to travel properly throughout the room. The same rule applies to electrical engineering, which has strong radiation of electromagnetic waves ( microwaves, refrigerators, radio broadcasting devices, etc.).

If you have a large area, it is reasonable to set up two access points in bridge mode and cover the entire area with a wireless network. Each device has wall mounts, so determining their location should not be difficult.

Connecting router cables in the correct order

The package for the router usually contains a manual from the device manufacturer, which contains rules for setting it up. Remove all components from the Wi-Fi router box and follow the instructions below:

Take network adapter router, connect it to one of the router’s connectors and plug it into a power outlet. This is the main part of the device, which is designed to power equipment from the network. alternating current. After this step, the power indicator on the front of the router should turn on and blink.
Connect the Ethernet vendor cable to the WAN port, which is usually highlighted in blue. The router will connect to the external WAN through this port.
The included network cable connects to the LAN port, which is on technical device there should be several. Usually there are 4 or more of them and they are signed with the phrase “Home Network”.
If you have a PC or laptop, then one side of the patch cord is connected to the LAN port of the router, and the other side goes into the corresponding Ethernet connector of the device you are using.

If you do not have a PC, then the setup can still be done via a tablet or mobile phone. The main thing is that such devices are capable of connecting to wireless networks.

The process of setting up a router from a smartphone is almost no different from setting up from a computer, so you can understand all the nuances by studying the following points:

On this note, all the components will be ready to put the Wi-Fi router into operation. All that remains is to adjust some parameters in the web interface and the network card of your device.

Setting up a network card

There are known cases when correct setting wireless Internet connection, the user still encountered interruptions in its operation. One of the reasons for this phenomenon may be other than standard settings network card. To resolve or avoid potential problems you will need:

Open Control Panel through the Start menu.
Enter the center that solves the current problems of network functioning - “Control Center...”.
Expand the “Change parameters...” option.
Open properties network connection, right-click on the connection icon and select the appropriate line.
Click on protocol 4 (TCP/IPv4) and expand its properties.
In the “General” tab, set up receiving data automatically.

The parameters indicated above are suitable for routers in 99% of cases. Now yours Personal Computer or the laptop will receive a free IP address, which will save the wireless network from additional problems.

On a note! This method can also be used as a test if your Wi-Fi suddenly stops working. Third-party software or viruses may have changed the card settings.

Login to the router web interface

The blinking of the WLAN and LAN indicators on the device you purchased indicates that the router is working properly and is ready for further configuration.

The next step is to log into the site with settings. You can access it through a browser on your phone or computer by entering the appropriate combination of characters in the address bar. This information is located on the router itself.

Also for all router models there is a universal address where you can enter the settings: 192.168.1.1. or 192.168.0.1.

Thus, at this stage the following algorithm of actions is observed:

You will be taken to a page with detailed settings for your router, which indicates the transition to the next stage of putting the router into operation.

Getting started with router settings

On the page of a special web utility, the user will need to configure the Internet connection and Wi-Fi network.

In the list of categories of almost every router there is a so-called “Quick Setup Wizard”. In English, a similar function is called “Quick Setup”. A number of manufacturers assign this option directly to the control panel. With its help, it is possible to configure the router without interruption, saving time.

You only need to indicate basic information about your network: country, city/region, Internet service provider, type WAN connections etc.

On a note! All data will be specified in the contract with the provider supplying you with the Internet.

After this point, you should move on to detailed Internet setup, which will mark the last step for wireless broadcasting of the router.

Setting up a home Wi-Fi network

First of all, the user should inquire about what type of WAN connection his Internet provider uses. Such information is usually specified in the contract for the provision of relevant services. If it is not in official documents, you can contact the call center of your Internet service provider.

Today the following types of Internet connections are known:

With a dynamically assigned network device identifier (DHCP), the Internet should work immediately after connecting to it. This is due to the fact that on all routers the type of such connection is set automatically.

Other types of WAN connections PPPoE, L2TP, PPTP or static IP will require the user to configure a number of additional parameters:

At this point, the wireless Internet connection is connected. All that remains is to set the identifying parameters for your Wi-Fi, and self-configuration of the router is complete.

To avoid hacking, all experts strongly recommend changing the name of the network and standard password, which is attached to the device packaging.

Important! Don't forget to save the applied settings. Now your access point will be renamed and will have a different password, which is best written down somewhere. Don't forget about this the first time you connect to the network to ensure that the setup is successful.

Conclusion

Thus, self-configuration of routers seems quite feasible. To do this, you do not need to have any special knowledge in the field. computer technology. It is enough to adhere to the fundamental rules computer literacy(logging into a web browser; entering a combination of characters into the address bar, etc.).

All router models differ in price segment and characteristics, but have similar operating principles and settings. Decide on the manufacturer you like and become the owner of a wireless Internet connection in any room.