Zyxel keenetic start does not connect. Connecting the ZYXEL Keenetic Start II router to a computer

Introduced in early 2013 a budget option elite family of Zixel routers Keenetic Start immediately gained popularity in the new price segment of the market “about 1000 rubles” for the brand. For a relatively low price, the manufacturer provided all the same unchanged high quality and device reliability. The router was designed to function as with wired connection, and the distribution of Wi-Fi networks. Thanks to a high-quality antenna, the maximum transmission speed of this device via radio has reached 150 Mbit/s, and setting up the Zyxel Keenetic Start router has become even faster and more intuitive.

But, no matter how well-developed the process is, many may still have the question of how to connect the router to the Internet and iptv (dedicated video channel for a TV) on their own. It is this algorithm that this article is devoted to.

In order for the router to work for the first time, you need to take a few simple steps:

  • Connect the device to the network using the power supply and pressing the power button;
  • Connect the router to the external network (provider cable) via the WAN port (highlighted in color on the rear panel);
  • Connect the PC via the included cable (inserted into one of five connectors);
  • Check the correct execution using the indicators on the front panel: the power light, network connection light and the port indicator with the PC cable inserted should be on;

Afterwards we can open the computer, check the network connection (if there is an “Access Restricted” error) and set an important setting:

  • From the tray (the place on the Start panel next to the time and date) open “Network Center...” by clicking right click mouse over the network icon;
  • In the window that opens, find the adapter settings tab and open it;
  • On a working connection, right-click and select properties;
  • In a new window, look for the fourth version of the Internet protocol, using the button under the list, open properties;
  • For both selectors we set automatic retrieval (IP and DNS);

This is where the connection to the Wi-Fi network begins for the Rostelecom provider and any other service provider.

Setting up the router

To get started Zyxel setup Keenetic Start, you need to get to the main interface. And to do this, we need to open the browser and enter the number 192.168.1.1 into the address bar - the standard address of the Kinetic family. Immediately after loading the page, we will see an authorization form, into which we will enter the standard data: login - admin and password - 1234. Behind it, a Setup Wizard, unified for the entire line of routers, awaits us.

To enter the settings, open your browser and enter the address: HTTP://192.168.1.1

On the newly opened page we will find only two buttons to choose from: “Quick setup” and going to the “web configurator”. IN in this case we are interested in the first option. After clicking on it, we will see three selectors that allow us to specify the relationship of our provider to MAC addresses. Most of the modern service providers do not record address data and for them you should select the first option (selector). But if your company is not Rostelecom, but, say, Dom.ru, you need to look at the contract or call technical support to get your MAC address. Then we indicate the resulting alphanumeric combination in the field next to the “Other” selector and click on the “Next” button.

On the page that opens, set the automatic IP configuration option or indicate your own address, as well as NDS, if the provider gave you this information. Let's move on. We indicate the login and password if they are included in the contract for the supply of Internet services, or check the box for “I don’t have a password...”. It is important not to confuse this data with the key and name for the Wi-Fi network, which are indicated on the bottom of the router. These are completely different data, because... Rostelecom is a service provider, and Zyxel is an equipment provider.

When we go further, we get to the status page, where connection data is indicated and information about whether we were able to connect to the Internet (wired connection only, not Wi-Fi) or not. In most cases, the setup will be successful and you will have access to the network.

Other setup methods

Let's consider a few more special cases for connecting to the networks of individual Russian providers. Let's start with the companies Rostelecom, Dom.ru and TTK. The work algorithm in this case is as follows:

  • Instead of quick setup, we choose to go to the web configurator;
  • Install New Password to log into the web interface;
  • At the bottom we see a menu with icons, open the “Internet” tab;
  • The new page we are on should be the List tab from top menu;
  • Click on the only name of the network interface available in the list;
  • Using the “Use connector” checkbox, select the port where the WAN cable (Internet) is inserted;
  • Check the checkboxes below in the enable and use fields to access the Internet;
  • Leave the IP parameters as default: “Without IP address”;
  • We also do not change the MAC address;
  • Apply the changes and go to the “Authorization” tab of the top menu;
  • Add a connection;
  • Let's enable it by checking the corresponding selector;
  • Select the PPoE type, assign an arbitrary (custom) description name;
  • Assign a connection to access the Internet;
  • We enter the authorization data from the service delivery agreement (login/password);
  • We select all or the first two security protocols: pap and chap;
  • We enter the name of the PPoE server as “Internet”.

Apply the changes made. This completes the connection of the wired connection for Rostelecom. WiFi setup and IPTV we will consider further. In the meantime, let’s look at how setting up a router for Beeline differs from the description above:

  • At the first stage (configuring the network interface), you only need to set the automatic configuration of IP addresses. Otherwise, everything is the same as for the Rostelecom router.
  • When adding a connection in the “Authorization” tab, only the protocol type changes (to L2TP), and the link “tp.internet.beeline.ru” is entered in the “Server Address” field;

After setting the necessary parameters, apply the settings and check the connection of the Kinetic Start router to the Internet. If everything functions as it should, we proceed to setting the Wi-Fi transmission parameters.

Wi-Fi setup

To set up WiFi transmission on Zlex Keenetic Start, you need to open the corresponding item in the lower menu. Then, on the web page that opens, set the device’s operating mode to “Access Point”, select a connection to a new radio network, and apply. After that, you need to go to the menu item of the same name at the top (Access Point), where a table for setting up a Wi-Fi network will appear in front of us:

  • Set the desired connection name that users will see when searching available networks(SSID);
  • We provide protection for maximum level. The key is the password for connecting to your Wi-Fi;
  • Without touching anything else, click on Apply.

After the router processes the received data, the light on the indicator panel should light up wireless network. Devices capable of connecting to WiFi communication channels should detect new available connection. Try logging in using the password you specified earlier and test the connection.

P.S. If several routers/Wi-Fi receivers operate on the same frequency in a room or adjacent area, the signal may be mixed and slow down. To avoid this, you need to change the channel used in the settings above (from Auto to any other unused number). In this case, you need to reboot the device so that it starts broadcasting the Wi-Fi signal at the new frequency.

This completes the setup of your WiFi! Enjoy the Internet!

IP-TV settings

To set up a video stream, called IPTV today, you must first select a port for it: go back to setting up the existing network interface (from the algorithm above) and check the additional box next to the WAN port on a different connector. You will insert a cord from IPTV into it and you will be able to watch TV channels even on a laptop via Wi-Fi (in installed program viewing).

Next, you should check the correctness of the settings in the WAN menu, the field for selecting ports for creating a bridge: the same as above should be specified. Also in the LAN connection settings the corresponding ip must be set: 192.168.2.2 and 192.168.2.1 for the upper and lower fields. The subnet mask should display the value 225.225.225.0 and leave the remaining parameters undefined (default). After saving the changes, we check IPTV and make sure that everything works.

If something goes wrong (the Wi-Fi signal or the Internet is lost altogether), you can reset the settings to factory settings by pressing the Reset button on the rear panel. Holding it in the clamped position costs 10 seconds or more, after which the login data for the router and all parameters will be reset to the original ones.

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Buying expensive equipment is not always advisable. If you are choosing a router for your home or office, it is better to pay attention to budget models, for example, from Zyxel, the Keenetic Start model. It was designed as a reliable device for distributing LAN and Wi-Fi networks to multiple users. Let's take a closer look at the router, its main characteristics and capabilities.

The Start Keenetic router operates from a regular 220 V network, is completely autonomous, is easy to set up and does not require maintenance.

The model has all the necessary functionality for connecting to the Internet. But its main difference from more expensive models is reliability.

Keenetic is designed to ensure uninterrupted interaction of all electronic devices at home with the “global network”. The functionality allows you to configure several types of connection – Link DUO – to the provider:

  • Directly to the Internet.
  • Through local resources of providers, the so-called regional network.

Network types

The Start Keenetic router also creates two types of networks: home and guest. The following devices are connected to the home:

  1. Receiver for IPTV.
  2. Four computers via LAN (wired).
  3. Smartphones, laptops and IP cameras via wireless connection. The quantity is set by the user.

The guest network is configured for a wireless connection to the Start Keenetic router, bypassing home network, thus guaranteeing the safety of personal data.

The first model of the Start Keenetic router, unfortunately, does not have the ability to connect several providers and add a backup 3/4G channel. Also no connectivity external storage and, as a result, installing a torrent client. Absent DLNA server to manage media files from your phone.

Connection types

The main purpose of Start Keenetic is to provide access to the Internet via a line dedicated by the provider. The model works with various types connections:

  • VPN (PPTP and L2TP).
  • VLAN 802.1Q.
  • PPPoE.
  • IPv4/IPv6.
  • 802.1X.

The MIPS processor provides the ability to work with file sharing services from several devices at once at speeds with a total volume of up to 80 MB/s.

Wireless Wi-Fi connection works on the latest this moment 802.11n protocol, providing data transfer at speeds of up to 150 Mb/s. For ease of authorization, interaction with WPS standard devices is built-in.

Thus, connecting a new device takes a few seconds.

Additional functionality

In the general package of functions Keenetic has built-in free service“Yandex.DNS”, which protects your PC or smartphone from malicious sites and resources for adults. The built-in Internet filter also blocks the download of infected files and warns about untrustworthy pages.

To work with devices local network The router has a built-in managed switch. It connects computers, receivers and other devices at speeds of 10/100 Mbit/s. To simplify the user's work, Start Keenetic is also equipped with a DHCP server that automatically issues each new device an IP address.

If there are children in the house, this function will come in handy parental controls provided by the SkyDNS service. With the help of this service, categories of sites accessible to the child are independently selected and filters are created to limit it.

With Start Keenetic and DynDNS and NO-IP clients, it is possible to get remote access to your router. And also create file and web servers and share them with friends. In addition, use the server to monitor your home online by installing a network camera.

In general, these are all the characteristics, the description of which will help you understand the Keenetic model.

Appearance

Start looks like a rectangular box made of glossy plastic with a ribbed pattern on the body. The front part is equipped with indicators displaying:

  • Internet connection.
  • Number of devices connected via LAN.
  • Availability of food.
  • Wi-Fi status (on/off).
  • Whether the Start Keenetic router was authorized successfully or not by the provider.

On the right top corner there is a button Wi-Fi control. On the back there are five connectors for the RJ-45 Lan cable. Four are for connection network devices, the fifth is for . And also on the back there is a connector for connecting a power supply, a Reset button for resetting settings and a power button. The standard kit includes one antenna to enhance the wireless signal.

Connection and preparation for work

Before starting the Start Keenetic router for the first time, you need to assemble it. If you plan to connect your PC via a LAN cable, you will need a wire crimped on both sides with connectors. One end is connected to network card on a computer or laptop, the second – directly to the Start Keenetic router. After this, you need to connect an Internet cable from your provider to the port for an external WAN connection.

At the last stage, the power supply is connected. First, the wire from the unit is connected to the connector marked “5V 2A”, and only after that the unit itself is built into the 220V network.

For the Zyxel Keenetic start router, setup takes place while providing access to the Internet. It is performed through a browser, and when launched for the first time, this procedure is performed over wired and wireless connections. If the network is encrypted, the default password used is indicated on the router itself or in its documentation. Configurations are configured manually or using the Installation Wizard.

Settings

As already mentioned, to configure “Kinetic Start” you need to log in through a browser on any device connected to the router. To do this you do not need to have access to the Internet. Having opened any browser, you will need to enter the modem’s IP in the line to enter the address. It is indicated on the box with the device. But if there is no such data, the standard address for Zyxel Keenetic Start 2 and the first model is 192.168.1.1. If the connection fails, you need to change the line to 192.168.0.1.

When several devices are connected to a computer, the Start Keenetic router is assigned a completely different address. To find out the exact IP on Windows 7 and older, go to the “Network and Network Management” section. shared access", and then - the menu "Changing adapter parameters". This displays all devices - local and virtual - connected to network card. They are all signed, so the modem can be found right away.

Then you need to double-click on the Start Keenetic connection icon and then click the “Details” button. Find the line “Default gateway IP”. Enter the information of this particular line in the browser.

If everything is done correctly, a window will open asking you to quick setup systems in two modes: manual and automatic. Let's take a closer look at each of them.

Automatic setup

To start installing Start Keenetic automatically, click the “Quick setup” button. A window will appear where offline mode The connection will be checked and a menu will open with fields for authorization. Here you need to enter the login and password received from the service provider. If the provider uses a PPPoE connection, you need to check the box in the “Provider provided...” column and select the server. After all authorization data has been entered, click the “Next” button.

The Start Keenetic modem will automatically check for updates on its server. If there are any, you need to click “Update”. This will be followed by installation of the components. During installation, you cannot turn off the PC and the router itself; you must wait until the procedure is completed. Once the update is complete, the device will reboot automatically and all configurations will be saved.

After the update, a window will appear with a message containing a proposal to enable the function safe internet provided by Yandex.DNS. The service is useful, but not required. If the Internet is weak, it is better to disable it by unchecking the corresponding box. Now click the “Next” button and enjoy browsing the Internet.

Connecting to the Internet manually using the example of some providers

Connecting Start Keenetic manually depends on the type of connection used by your Internet service provider.

Dom.ru and Rostelecom

First, let's figure out how to establish a connection with the provider using the PPPoE protocol, used by most providers. The first thing you need to do is go to the Start settings if this is the first time you start the router. Then, when choosing the type of setting, select not quick, but “Web Configurator”. If this is not the first launch, you need to go to the “Internet” section located in the bottom panel and then go to the PPPoE/VPN tab. After that, click on the “Add new connection” button.

The “Connection Settings” submenu will open; you need to check the boxes in the first two fields. The tags will be responsible for the fact that Keenetic uses this particular protocol to access the Internet. In the “Description” line, you must enter the future name of the connection, and use any name. Protocol type: PPPoE. Next in the “Connect via...” drop-down list, you must select Broadband connection.

The following: “Username” and “Password” are provided by the provider in the contract. The specified data must be entered in these two fields. The rest should be left as default. The last point click the “Apply” button. To check if the connection is working, go to the Start “Connections” section of the router. Opposite the new line with the description that was invented, a label with a green checkmark should appear.

"Beeline"

To create a connection to the Beeline provider, you will need to go to the Keenetic settings again, the “Internet” section and select the L2TP connection. This type manual settings Suitable for both Zyxel Keenetic Start ii and the first version. In the first paragraph, check the box next to “Enable interface”. Next, come up with a name for the future connection. The name appears in the connection bar. The “Connect via...” line requires selecting Broadband connection.

For the main section: “Use to access...” is checked. In the “Server Address” line, enter tp.internet.beeline.ru. The login and password fields are filled in with the data provided by the Beeline operator. The very last TCP-MSS section also has a checkbox.

That's it, Start Keenetic is now connected to your Internet service provider.

NetByNet

The NetByNet operator uses several connection types, including PPPoE or l2tp. But most often it is DHCP and binding by MAC address, as well as through a static IP address. The Keenetic modem can be connected in any way. The first two types of connection were described for the Beeline and Rostelecom operators, so we will analyze the latter methods in detail.

To connect via IP, in the “Internet” section, you need to select IPoE from the list of available protocols.

First of all, you need to select the connector through which Start Keenetic will connect to the Internet. Therefore, under the rightmost WAN connector, you need to check two checkboxes. Opposite the “Enable interface” line, check the box, and in the “Description” section add any connection name, relying on your own choice.

The following VLAN ID field is left as default. The number 8 should be entered here. To obtain an IP address and subnet mask, you can contact your provider, but the data must be specified in the contract. Next, uncheck the box next to DHCP and put it in the very last section: “This is a direct connection...”.

All that remains is to configure DNS servers for router Start. To do this, go to the appropriate section, located in the same place as IPoE. Servers are provided by the provider, but if they are not available, third-party resources are used. For example, the value 212.1.224.6 is entered in both lines, the configuration is saved.

To organize Keenetic connection via MAC address, you need to contact NetByNet technical support. The MAC is located on the bottom of the router. The employees will link the Keenetic router themselves. After which the user will need to make a connection similar to the previous IPoE. Leave the IP address and subnet mask fields blank, and check the boxes in all other sections.

For Wi-Fi settings you need to go to Keenetic configurations. Then find the icon of the corresponding wireless network in the lower menu. The “Access Point” submenu will open. To turn it on or off, you need to check/uncheck the box next to the “Enable access point” line.

Now directly about the Wi-Fi settings on Keenetic. The second field is the network name SSID; by default, the factory name Keenetic-**** is used. It is easy to change it to any other if necessary. There is also a setting at the bottom that allows you to hide your personal network from strangers - the “Hide SSID” submenu. In this case, only authorized devices will be able to connect to Wi-Fi.

If you want to connect a laptop or smartphone to hidden Wi-Fi, you will have to enter your username and password in the “Wireless Network Connections” menu on the Start device. In this case, the gadget will start searching for the network, find it and log in. But only if the login is entered correctly, otherwise the connection will not occur.

The next field after the SSID is “Network Security”. Here you need to select a security protocol. The most reliable protocol at the moment is WPA2, but a new one will soon be introduced - WPA3, which provides a number of additional protections for devices operating via Wi-Fi.

If you are not using a password and the network is public, an empty encryption field is selected. After selecting the protocol, you will need to enter a password in the bottom line; one of 8 characters is enough. The code consists of any characters of the selected register (upper case, capital letters) and special characters with numbers.

These were the basic security settings on Keenetic. Now you need to specify the region. The default is Russian Federation, which is the correct setting. After that comes the latest version standard, 802.11bgn is automatically installed. Thanks to it, the router, in offline mode, selects the maximum data transfer speed for the connected device, from 10 to 150 Mbit/s.

The choice of channel affects the data transfer speed, as well as the correct operation. The more devices on the same channel, the longer the delay will be when sending data. The number of “broken” packets when sending will increase, which reduces the transmission speed. The main problem is that the channels are used by all routers within the same range. Therefore, it is quite difficult to find an empty one. As a rule, channels 3-8 are least used. Smartphone applications are used to determine the channel cleanliness.

The next field – “Signal strength” – is responsible for the area over which the wireless network will spread. The parameter is adjusted independently for the specific needs of the user. You need to know that concrete walls and the presence of wiring greatly reduce the range. To improve the signal, the antenna should be in a vertical position, and the router itself should be at a height of 1-1.5 meters from the floor level.

WPS

The last section is the WPS function. It is used for simplified connection to Keenetic devices that have a similar capability. WPS is activated both in setup mode and when you press the Wi-Fi power button on the router itself. The main thing you need to remember is that on the Start model, a quick press of the button is responsible for turning WPS on/off. But if you press the key for a few seconds, the network settings will be reset, and you will have to do everything all over again. To connect any device via a wireless network using WPS with a Keenetic router, you must enable this function on both gadgets. After this, during verification on your smartphone or laptop, a button for normal connection and connection using WPS will appear. Clicking the latter will authorize the network without entering a password.

Configuration in repeater (repeater), amplifier, adapter or access point mode

The Start router can be configured in any of the above modes. To do this, in the configurations you need to go to the settings tab and the “Modes” section:

After selecting the mode, you will need to restart the modem. If Keenetic is used as an amplifier, it does not need Internet access. The main thing is that the first router whose signal needs to be strengthened has such access, and both of them work in Wi-Fi mode. The Start router will automatically “catch” the signal and amplify it.

IPTV

To connect the set-top box, the Keenetic router must have the latest firmware installed. How this is done will be discussed later in the article. After updating the firmware, you should connect the receiver to one of the four LAN ports. But not to the WAN port used to access the Internet. Then go to the Start modem configurations, the WAN section and in the “Select ports” line, indicate the connector to which the receiver is connected. You also need to enter the IP and password information issued by your provider.

IPv6 protocol

To set up a connection via an IPv6 tunnel, you need to go to the Start setting and select the required connection protocol in the “Internet” tab. Next, click the “Add connection” button. A window with settings will open; in the first two lines you need to check the boxes. The “Description” section must be filled out; here you need to enter the invented name of the future network.

The IPv6 protocol in the Keenetic router works by creating a tunnel between IPv4 and new version. Therefore, to create it you will need data provided by the provider. If there are any, they fill in the “Server Address” and “IPv6 Address” columns. In the “IPv6 Prefix” line, you need to enter the previous line without the “mask”, that is, without the “/64” characters and click “Apply”. That's it, now Start works according to the new protocol.

Dynamic DNS

Connecting this function in the Keenetic model is carried out through external services. If you already have a ready-made subdomain registered on one of the third-party resources, you need to go to the DyDNS tab. In the “Service Used” section, select “Other”. The URL that was issued earlier and copied from a third-party site is inserted into the “Server Address”. Then enter the correct one Domain name. The “Name” and “Password” fields must be left blank. In the last line “Use DDNS” check the box and click “Update”.

Security settings (antivirus, firewall)

To go to the security settings on the Start router, you need to go to the “Security -> Firewall” section. Rules are set here that restrict access to certain sites.

Going to the configurations, you need to click the “Add rule” button, after which the necessary window will open. Here you can choose whether the rule will prohibit something or, conversely, allow it. Zixel Kinetic Start also selects in what order the filter will be applied: for the home network or external addresses. To set filtering on visited resources, you need to create rules for TCP protocols, UDP and ICMP and leave the “Ports” line in the “Any” position.

Parental control

A scheduling function is provided for installation on Keenetic modems. It is located in “Settings”, section “System -> Schedule”.

Clicking the button adds a new schedule. On the menu convenient system to regulate translation. It is possible to restrict multiple networks:

  • The entire Internet.
  • Wi-Fi.
  • Guest Wi-Fi.

The menu has a choice of which one specific device with limited access. After all configurations have been set, click the “Apply” button, the filter will start working.

Setting up the printer

Unfortunately, due to the lack of a USB connector on the Start model, the printer cannot be connected directly to the Internet center.

Setting up a VPN server

To connect a VPN server on Keenetic, go to the network settings and select the PPPoE/VPN protocol. Fill in the “Description” column, for example, enter VPN. Protocol type – L2TP. In the “Connect via...” submenu, you must leave the setting defined by the Start Keenetic router. In the next two fields - “Login” / “Password” - enter the data provided by the provider. In the “Server Address” column, indicate the server provided by the Internet provider. Save the configuration.

Possible malfunctions and ways to eliminate them

Most problems that arise when working with the Internet can be resolved by resetting the settings to factory settings. If there is no connection or it works slowly, it is worth checking whether someone else has connected.

You also need to carefully ensure that the Start router does not overheat and is regularly cleaned of dust.

Firmware update Start Keenetic

It is necessary to update the software for the correct operation of your home device. Later versions of the firmware are not only stable, but also have expanded functionality. Installation on Start Keenetic is carried out in several ways. Let's look at each of the options.

Via web interface

To update the firmware on Keenetic from your computer, you need to download it from the official website latest version Router software. In the Start settings, go to the “System -> Configuration” sections. A list of files is visible on the page. Click on the one highlighted in blue and with a gear on the label. You will be prompted to select new file. This is where the pre-downloaded firmware for the Keenetic model comes in handy. While installing updated software, you should never turn off the device or restart it. You need to wait until everything happens automatically.

Via mobile application

To update the device firmware via a phone or tablet, you need to do the same operations as when installing from a computer.

Resetting the Start Keenetic router to factory settings

To reset the settings on the Start modem from Zixel, there is a special key located on the back of the device, near WiFi antennas. To reset, you need to press it for 10 seconds. To do this, it is most convenient to use a needle or awl with a thin shank.

Conclusion

Start Keenetic router – good decision, if you need a reliable and inexpensive modem for your home or small office. The router is equipped with a convenient web configurator and many useful functions.

Pros of Start Keenetic

Among the advantages of the router are the following:

  • Selection of protocols.
  • Availability of a network filter.
  • Built-in DNS.Yandex system for filtering sites and downloaded files.
  • SkyDNS to restrict access to non-children's content.

Minuses

Among the disadvantages are highlighted:

  • The lack of a USB port is what distinguishes these routers from their Start Keenetic 4G and Light counterparts.
  • The lack of USB sharply limits the functionality: there is no torrent client, no ability to connect a printer.

The next step is to connect the router ZYXEL Keenetic Start II to a laptop or Personal computer(PC). To do this, you need to connect the cable provided by the provider to the “INTERNET” port of the router (this is the cable that goes to the apartment, house, office, etc. from outside). Connect the cable that came with the router to one end of the router’s “HOME NETWORK” port, and connect the other end to a laptop or PC. And yes, don't forget to connect the power cable.

If you encounter network problems while connecting, go here to resolve the problem:

Authorization of the ZYXEL Keenetic Start II router

So, we connected the router, now you need to use any browser (be it Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, etc.) get into its web interface. To do this, open the browser and address bar enter the router address: my.keenetic.net or 192.168.1.1 and press the button " Enter" on keyboard.

After, the router prompts us to perform a quick setup, select the interface language - “Russian” and click Web Configurator.


After this, the router can display a window for setting a password on the web interface. Here, if you wish, you can set a password or not. If you set a password, write it down somewhere.


Also, ZYXEL routers operate in different modes, so it’s a good idea to check whether the mode is selected. Click on the shortcut in the bottom menu " System" and go to the tab " Mode". If you are setting up the Internet by entering your login and password, leave it in " Internet Center - main mode".


Setting up the ZYXEL Keenetic Start II router

Now you need to configure the router. First of all, let's secure the wireless network by setting a password for wi-fi. Then you will need to find out what type of connection is used to access the Internet, is it PPTP, L2TP or PPPOE. You can find out by calling your provider (this is the organization with which you entered into an agreement to provide Internet services). So, let's start setting up the router.

Setting a password for wi-fi

I offer video instructions for setting a password for wi-fi on a router ZYXEL Keenetic Start II using the example of the ZYXEL Keenetic Start II router.

Let's also take a written and illustrative look at setting up a Wi-Fi password on a router ZYXEL Keenetic Start II in two frequencies.
1. On the Web interface, click on the shortcut " Wi-Fi network "go to network settings" 2.4 GHz access point".
2. Check to see if the checkbox next to " Enable hotspot", then in the field " Network name (SSID)“Create and specify a name for the wireless network; this name will be displayed in the future when you connect to the network.
3. "Network protection" - WPA2-PSK.
4. Now you need to set a password for the wireless network. In field " Network key"We come up with and enter a password.
5. "Channel width" - "20 MHz".
6. Click " Apply".


Setting up PPTP

PPTP on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Start II

PPTP on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Start II.
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3. Turn on" And "".
4. IN " DescriptionType (protocol)"choose" PPTP", "Connect via"choose" Broadband connection (ISP)".
5. Username"), password (in line " PasswordServer address
6. "Configuring IP settings" - "Automatic".
7. Apply".


Setting up PPTP with a static IP address

PPTP with static IP address on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Start II
1. Click on the shortcut in the bottom menu " Internet".
2. Select the tab " PPPoE/VPN"press" Add connection".


3. In the window that appears, check the checkboxes opposite " Turn on" And " Use to access the Internet".
4. IN " Description"enter any words in Latin letters, for example "Host", " Type (protocol)"choose" PPTP", "Connect via"choose" Broadband connection (ISP)".
5. Below you are asked to indicate your user name (in the line " Username"), password (in line " Password"). You will also need to specify the server IP address (in the line " Server address").
6. Manual" against " Configuring IP settings".
7. Specify IP addresses and DNS.
All this data is usually specified in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you cannot find them, you need to call hotline provider and find out how you can get them.
7. After you have entered all the necessary data, press the button " Apply".


L2TP setup

I offer video instructions for setting up the connection type L2TP on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Start II using the example of the ZYXEL Keenetic Omni II router.

Let's also take a written and illustrative look at the connection setup L2TP on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Start II.
1. Click on the shortcut in the bottom menu " Internet".
2. Select the tab " PPPoE/VPN"press" Add connection".


3. In the window that appears, check the checkboxes opposite " Turn on" And " Use to access the Internet".
4. IN " Description"enter any words in Latin letters, for example "Host", " Type (protocol)"choose" L2TP", "Connect via"choose" Broadband connection (ISP)".
5. Below you are asked to indicate your user name (in the line " Username"), password (in line " Password"). You will also need to specify the server IP address (in the line " Server address"). All of the above data is provided by the provider (the organization that provided the Internet).
All this data is usually specified in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you couldn’t find them, you need to call the provider’s hotline and find out how you can get them.
6. "Configuring IP settings" - "Automatic".
7. After you have entered all the necessary data, press the button " Apply".


Setting up L2TP with a static IP address

Let's look at the connection setup L2TP with static IP address on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Start II. Typically a static IP address is provided legal entities, or as an additional service to the basic tariff for individuals.
1. Click on the shortcut in the bottom menu " Internet".
2. Select the tab " PPPoE/VPN"press" Add connection".


3. In the window that appears, check the checkboxes opposite " Turn on" And " Use to access the Internet".
4. IN " Description"enter any words in Latin letters, for example "Host", " Type (protocol)"choose" L2TP", "Connect via"choose" Broadband connection (ISP)".
5. Below you are asked to indicate your user name (in the line " Username"), password (in line " Password"). You will also need to specify the server IP address (in the line " Server address").
6. Since the connection uses a static IP address, select " Manual" against " Configuring IP settings".
7. Specify IP addresses and DNS.
All of the above data is provided by the provider (the organization that provided the Internet).
All this data is usually specified in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you couldn’t find them, you need to call the provider’s hotline and find out how you can get them.
7. After you have entered all the necessary data, press the button " Apply".


Setting up PPPOE

I offer video instructions for setting up the connection type PPPOE on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Start II using the example of the ZYXEL Keenetic Omni II router.

Let's also take a written and illustrative look at the connection setup PPPOE on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Start II.
1. Click on the shortcut in the bottom menu " Internet".
2. Select the tab " PPPoE/VPN"press" Add connection".


3. In the window that appears, check the checkboxes opposite " Turn on" And " Use to access the Internet".
4. IN " Description"enter any words in Latin letters, for example "Host", " Type (protocol)"choose" PPPOE", "Connect via"choose" Broadband connection (ISP)".
5. Below you are asked to indicate your user name (in the line " Username"), password (in line " Password"). All of the above data is provided by the provider (the organization that provided the Internet).
All this data is usually specified in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you couldn’t find them, you need to call the provider’s hotline and find out how you can get them.
6. "Configuring IP settings" - "Automatic".
7. After you have entered all the necessary data, press the button " Apply".


Setting up PPPOE with a static IP address

Let's look at the connection setup PPPOE with static IP address on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Start II. Typically, a static IP address is provided to legal entities, or as an additional service to the basic tariff to individuals.
1. Click on the shortcut in the bottom menu " Internet".
2. Select the tab " PPPoE/VPN"press" Add connection".


3. In the window that appears, check the checkboxes opposite " Turn on" And " Use to access the Internet".
4. IN " Description"enter any words in Latin letters, for example "Host", " Type (protocol)"choose" PPPOE", "Connect via"choose" Broadband connection (ISP)".
5. Below you are asked to indicate your user name (in the line " Username"), password (in line " Password").
6. Since the connection uses a static IP address, select " Manual" against " Configuring IP settings".
7. Specify IP addresses and DNS.
All of the above data is provided by the provider (the organization that provided the Internet).
All this data is usually specified in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you couldn’t find them, you need to call the provider’s hotline and find out how you can get them.
7. After you have entered all the necessary data, press the button " Apply

Setting up a Wi-Fi router ZyXEL Keenetic Start

The ZyXEL Keenetic Start router allows you to connect up to 4 devices in an apartment using wired communication lines at speeds of up to 100 Mbit/s, and also provides connection of wireless devices at speeds wireless transmission data up to 150 Mbit/s. Let's consider necessary settings of this router for working in the Insys network.

1. Connect the router to the PC on which the settings are being made:

Connect the incoming “Insis” cable to the blue port on the router (“INTERNET” port), then you need to use a patch cord to connect your PC’s network card to one of the four yellow ports on the router (“HOME NETWORK 1-4”). In this case, the settings for obtaining an IP address on the network card should be set to “Obtain automatically”. You can find out more about network settings on the PC’s ethernet interface in the help sections “Instructions for setting up a network in Windows...”:

2. Login to the router configuration interface and change the standard password:

To enter the router configuration interface, you need to open a browser (Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, Opera, etc.) and enter the address http://192.168.1.1/. The default username is admin, password is admin. If you cannot access the web interface, or the router was previously configured for use in other conditions, we recommend restoring factory settings or checking the network settings on your PC. Factory settings on this router are restored by pressing the hidden “reset” button for 5-10 seconds. After this, the indicators on the router will turn off and light up again, which will mean resetting the current settings and restoring the default settings. The settings on the PC should be set to "Receive automatically". You can find out how to change network settings on the ethernet interface of a PC in the help sections “Instructions for setting up a network in Windows...”. After this, you need to click the “Web Configurator” button and change the default password:

3. Setting up Internet access:

To configure Internet access, in the “Internet” section (planet icon in the bottom panel of the interface), select the “Connections” subsection, click on the “Broadband Connection” connection and enter the following data:

After this, you must click “Apply”.

4. Wireless network setup:

To set up a wireless network in the “Network-Wi-Fi” section (Wi-Fi icon in the bottom panel of the interface), set the following parameters:

After this, you must click “Apply”.

5. Updating the router firmware:

The settings made are sufficient to access the Internet, but for more stable and high-quality operation, it is recommended to update the version of the router microcontroller. This can be done in the “System - Components” section (gear icon in the bottom panel of the interface). Must select necessary components(the most important ones are selected automatically) and click the “Update” button.

6. Router responses to ICMP requests:

To diagnose connection quality when contacting technical support, you must allow your router to respond to ICMP requests. Go to the “Security - Firewall” section (shield icon in the bottom panel of the interface). You must click “Add Rule” and enter the following data:

These settings are sufficient for comfortable work on the Internet. If you have any questions, you can always contact the 24-hour technical support by phone 8-800-755-05-55.

Family of pets wireless routers Zyxel Keenetic is significantly different from many similar products on the market. These solutions are developed and officially supplied only to the markets of Russia and the CIS. The most interesting thing about them for our users is software, created taking into account the characteristics of domestic providers and their services. In addition, the placement of developers close to the direct users of the products plays a significant role in its development.


Last fall, the company introduced two new devices that are positioned in the upper segment - the Keenetic Giga III and Keenetic Ultra II models. And recently a new representative appeared on the market entry level– the Keenetic Start II model, which is what the story will be about. Its cost at the time of publication is about 1,500 rubles.

Appearance

The router comes in a compact (compared to previous Zyxel solutions) cardboard box, for the design of which blue tones were chosen. The delivery set is minimally sufficient - a router, a power supply (9 V 0.6 A) and instructions. Note that the product was initially developed with the Russian language everywhere - from the box to the Web interface, not to mention the website and technical support, and we can rather talk about adding an English version than localization for our market.



The network patch cord was probably not added on purpose, since this is the age of mobile clients. In addition, the router can be easily configured over the air, including from mobile devices.




In appearance, the router is similar to other devices in the series. Black plastic is used, and we see the practical matte version only at the ends, while the top and bottom panels are glossy.



The housing dimensions are about 14x10.5x3 centimeters excluding antennas. The latter are non-removable, have two degrees of freedom and are installed on the side ends. The total length is 18 cm, and the moving part is 16.5 cm. Inside, almost the entire length, 5 dBi antennas are installed in the form printed circuit boards, which is more interesting than the options used in previous models of the budget segment.



There are ventilation grilles on the side ends of the case, but it is unlikely that they are necessary in this case. There is one button on the top of the case, for which you can assign actions to single press, double press and long press. By default, it performs the function of connecting clients via WPS and turning Wi-Fi on/off. At the front end there are three dim green indicators - status, Wi-Fi and Internet.



On the back there are two 10/100 Mbps network ports with built-in activity indicators, a hidden reset button and a power input. Reducing the number of wired ports is another deliberate cost reduction move based on the company's own statistics. This, in particular, makes it impossible to simultaneously connect computers and a TV set-top box, which needs its own dedicated port, via cable.



Note the presence at the bottom of two rubber feet and two plastic protrusions, which also act as a wall mount. Between them there is a sticker with a unique name and password for the wireless network, MAC address and other data.


Configuration

The router is built on the basis of a MediaTek MT7628N single-chip system with one computing core at 575 MHz. Volume random access memory DDR2 – 64 MB, and flash memory – 8 MB. There are only two wired ports, as we wrote above. Their maximum operating speed is 100 Mbit/s. For wireless clients, there is an access point that supports 802.11b/g/n in the 2.4 GHz band with a maximum connection speed of 300 Mbps. Note that there is no hardware NAT in this platform, but there are dedicated blocks for implementing some other resource-intensive algorithms.


Overall, this is a very typical modern budget option. Among the features, we note the presence of only two wired ports, as well as the installation of two antennas.

Software

The firmware of Zyxel Keenetic routers has a modular structure and supports updating via the Internet. Before testing began, firmware version V2.07 (ABCM.2) was installed on the device. Appearance interface and software capabilities are unified with other devices. The difference can only be due to differences in the hardware configuration (for example, the presence of a second wireless interface or USB ports).



So, in addition to convenient operation control, flexible options for connecting to providers, setting up IPTV services, a guest wireless network, port translation rules, a firewall, and alternative operating modes, there are also such interesting and useful features, as cloud access for monitoring and management, udpxy server (UDP-HTTP proxy), KeenDNS (proprietary service dynamic DNS), modules for working with SkyDNS and Yandex.DNS, control over throughput clients, a PPTP VPN remote access server, and even an IPsec module. Note that cloud KeenDNS is capable of providing remote control router even when it uses a “gray” address from the provider.


Performance

This device belongs to the budget segment and is unlikely to be used with high-speed (more than 100 Mbps) Internet connections, gigabit clients or network drives. So you need to evaluate it taking into account work with “regular” computers and laptops, as well as inexpensive smartphones and tablets.


Despite the fact that there is only one wired port and, most likely, will simply not be used by many, assessing the speed of cable routing in various modes will help to understand the capabilities of the platform.




Considering the platform used and software optimizations implemented by the company’s programmers, these are exactly the results we expected. We can safely say that the device copes with all connection options at speeds of up to 100 Mbit/s, including in duplex mode. So even in the budget segment today you can find routers that do not limit the performance of mass Internet connection options.


Let us remind you that this device has only one port for connecting clients via cable. Today, in our opinion, this is quite acceptable for many users who only require a wireless connection for smartphones, laptops and tablets. However, another problem lurks here - the 2.4 GHz band in urban areas is very densely occupied, so a situation may well arise that a single-band router will not be able to provide the required speeds and coverage area. At the same time, the user has no way to solve this problem except to switch to the 5 GHz band or install an access point in each room, which leads to a significant increase in the cost of the solution (not to mention the fact that 5 GHz is also rare for low-cost clients ). This is perhaps the most significant point that is worth paying attention to in the budget segment. Note that improving antennas or increasing the power of your router, as well as replacing it with another (single-band) router, unfortunately, may not provide any significant advantage in this situation.


Keenetic Start II uses a two-antenna configuration, which gives a maximum connection speed of 300 Mbit/s. However, many inexpensive smartphones and tablets will only be able to connect at 65 or 72 Mbit/s due to the presence of only one built-in antenna and the lack of “wide channel” support, and this is certainly not the router’s fault. Let's add to this that the real speed is usually half the connection speed and 100 Mbit/s ports of the router, and the results presented in the next graph will not surprise us.




WITH good adapter Asus PCE-AC68, which obviously will not be used with this router in practice, you can get 80-90 Mbit/s, and with an inexpensive carrier smartphone - about 30-50 Mbit/s. The test was carried out at a distance of about four meters of line of sight in one room.


The last performance test we ran with this device was the speed of the built-in PPTP server. It allows (if you have a “white” address from your provider) to implement secure remote access to your local network from almost any type of client equipment. The graph shows the results averaged over the reception, transmission and full-duplex data exchange scenarios.




When using MPPE, the router provides about 30 Mbit/s, but if you choose the option without encryption, the speed will be 70 Mbit/s or more, depending on the type of Internet connection.

Conclusion

The Zyxel Keenetic Start II router is a model in the budget segment, interesting for its software and fairly fast hardware platform. The device has a traditional body design with the ability to mount on a wall. Please note that the router is positioned not only as an addition to the current line, but also as a universal inexpensive device that can act as a router for wireless clients, and be an access point or repeater. Thus, installing only two network ports is simply a feature of this model. The presence of an access point that supports only the 2.4 GHz band is quite expected in this segment, and the effectiveness of its operation significantly depends on the radio conditions at the place of use. In this case, the router is equipped fast processor, which is capable of handling routing at speeds up to 100 Mbit/s inclusive for any type of connection. The built-in software supports current technologies and standards in our market, and also has many additional features, of which, first of all, cloud access, udpxy service, support for SkyDNS and Yandex.DNS, bandwidth management, VPN servers And alternate modes work.


By the way, it is worth noting that Keenetic Lite III (about 1900 rubles) and Keenetic 4G III (about 2300 rubles), which now have revision B, have recently switched to a similar hardware platform. So the performance test results presented in this material will be correct for them as well .