Today it is difficult to imagine a modern apartment or even more so an office not equipped with the appropriate set of office equipment: computers, laptops, tablets, mobile phones. And where all these devices are available, the Internet should naturally also be available. He firmly entered our life, occupying one of the most prominent places there. On the Internet, we study, work, have fun, relax, communicate. Therefore, the comfortable provision of access to the World Wide Web for yourself and your loved ones is a problem that sooner or later each person has to solve. Fortunately, now we have a reliable assistant that allows us to carry out the most effective and simple solution to this issue without special additional intellectual and financial costs. This is, of course, about Wi-Fi technology.

But in order to use the "air" Internet, you need to know where to find and how to enable Wi-Fi on your computer. We have tried to present the answers to these questions in the current article.

What is Wi-Fi?

Wireless internet technology has become a part of our daily routine. We habitually identify Wi-Fi with convenient, reliable and fast Internet access, which we encounter at home, at work, in public places - at airports, cafes, shopping centers.

Answer the question "what is Wi-Fi?" the simplest way is: it is a network protocol, with the participation of which communication is carried out between an "access point" and a "client", or an "access point" and several "clients", packet data is exchanged in a local network or through the World Wide Web.

Currently, the abbreviation Wi-Fi does not mean anything and is not officially deciphered in any way, however, when creating this protocol, the developers "gave it a name" by analogy with Hi-Fi (High Fidelity). It stood for "Wireless Fidelity" - wireless fidelity.

Benefits of using

Of course, the "air" Internet is not an ideal technology. Several examples can be given at once of what difficulties may arise when using it. One of the most widely known is the so-called "noisiness" of the connection. In the range used by this protocol, many household appliances (for example, microwave ovens) emit, alternative connection devices (for example, Bluetooth) work. Walls and floors can also create interference. All this negatively affects the speed and quality of access.

At the same time, there are no less positive aspects from using it in home and office conditions. Here are just some of the most obvious ones:

1. Low cost wireless networking and multiple access points that provide consistent coverage across the entire territory. At the same time, there are no cables, extension cords and adapters that constantly get confused and clutter up the space. "Air" connection is indispensable in premises of historical value, as well as in premises with obstructing architectural features;


2. This protocol provides full access to the Internet for any device - be it a mobile phone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer - without being tied to a specific location. Access to the global information space through this protocol is the ability to comfortably use the Internet while lying on your favorite couch;


3. Wi-Fi allows you to synchronously use a large number of active connections. Once you have established a wireless connection, you don't have to worry about how many computers and mobile devices are connected to the Internet at the same time.

What are the types of Wi-Fi modules for a computer?

All popular devices are now equipped with adapters by default. They can be connected to the Internet out of the box, but what about those with a stationary computer? The answer to this question is obvious - you need to purchase an additional Wi-Fi receiver, install, connect and configure it.

We'll talk more about how to install Wi-Fi on a computer below. Now we propose to determine what receivers are, what is their difference, specificity and advantages.

Air adapters are of two types: external and internal. External are the most commonly used and easier to operate. An external receiver is like a miniature USB drive (flash drive). It connects to the USB connector on the front or back of the computer, either directly or via a USB cable.

The internal adapter is slightly larger and requires opening the computer case to install it. Therefore, only buy an internal receiver if you are confident you can figure out how to install it on your motherboard yourself. When installing the internal module, you must first disconnect the antenna from it, insert the board into the corresponding port on the motherboard (for this, the PCI interface is most often used) and return the antenna to its place.

Further manipulations for installing and turning on wireless adapters do not differ and do not depend on the modification and method of connection to the computer.

How do I install the drivers?

Any Wi-Fi receiver is supplied with a disc from the manufacturer, which contains the drivers necessary for the full operation of the device. In addition to drivers for a specific device, the disk may also contain drivers for other models of adapters, so during installation you need to be careful not to miss the choice of the device for which the drivers are installed.

The rest of the driver installation procedure is standardized and provided with an intuitive interface with detailed prompts from the Found New Hardware Wizard. Just carefully read the messages that will appear on the screen, and click the corresponding buttons "Next", "OK" and "Finish".

Most adapters are automatically recognized by current computers and can work even without installing drivers from the bundled CD. It is enough to connect the device to the required connector and wait a few seconds. As a rule, after that, a message will appear in the "tray" stating that new equipment has been found, identified and installed, which is already ready for use. However, generic drivers cannot completely replace specialized software. Therefore, we advise you not to neglect the installation of drivers, even if everything works flawlessly at first glance.

The CD with drivers for your Wi-Fi receiver model may also contain a special utility from the developers, which is designed to facilitate the process of setting up an Internet connection. Moreover, this utility will allow you to further control your Internet connection, monitor the speed and volume of data transfer.

How to set up Wi-Fi in WIN XP?

For this guide, we will assume that your Home Access Point and Internet Dispenser are already configured.

So, to establish an "air" connection on a computer with Win XP OS, you need to do the following:

1. Open the "Start" menu;


2. Select "Network Neighborhood";


3. In the "Network Connections" window, find the "Wireless Network Connection" icon;


4. Right-click on the icon and click "Properties" in the list;


5. In the "General" tab, find the item "Internet Protocol TCP / IP";


6. Click the "Properties" button.

If it is critical for your provider to use specific ip and dns addresses, then in the window that opens, check the "Use the following ip address" radio button. If these parameters are configured in automatic mode, then do not touch anything.

When manually configuring ip, you need to fill in the following fields:

• IP-address: 192.168.0.2 (You should check this parameter with your ISP, the value may be different);

• Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0;

• Enter the address of your router or modem in the line "Main gateway", usually it is 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1. But in order to avoid mistakes it is better to check the documentation of your device;

• Click to activate the "Use the following DNS server addresses" radio button and fill in both the primary and secondary DNS server fields. Information about the DNS servers used by the provider can be found on the official website of the telecommunications company or by calling technical support;

• Without closing this window, select the "Wireless Networks" tab on the top and check the "Use windows to configure the network" checkbox in it. Then click the "Wireless Networks" button. Here you will see a list of all available connections. Select the connection that is configured on your dispenser and click the "Connect" button. Now, in order to connect to the Internet, it remains to enter the username and password you know.

How to set up Wi-Fi in WIN7?

There are two ways to set up an "air" connection in Win7 OS: in automatic mode and manually. The second option can be useful if the network to which you plan to connect is hidden from the general list for security reasons, but you know the name and password to connect your computer to it. Let's look at both methods step by step.

Installing Wi-Fi in Win7 OS in automatic mode

When the operating system is loaded, you can see the "Wireless Network Connection" icon in the lower right corner of the screen. Click on it. This will open a list of "air" connections available to you. you need to choose from the list the one that is configured in your modem or router.

Installing Wi-Fi in Win7 OS in manual mode

To configure the connection manually, select "Network" in the system tray, then "Network and Sharing Center". Click "Setting up a new connection or network." At the next stage, we mark the parameter "Connect the wireless connection manually" and click the "Next" button.

In the next dialog, fill in all the appropriate fields: specify the network name, encryption type and security level. In most cases, the default settings can be left unchanged - use AES and WPA2. In the "Security Key" field, you must enter the password for the connection. For greater security, check the "Hide characters" box so that the password cannot be read because of your shoulder.

The final touch - if you plan to use this connection as the main one in the future, then check the box "Start this connection automatically". Then click the "OK" button.

Installing the device in Windows 8

To connect wirelessly in Win8, do the following:

1. Click on the Wi-Fi icon in the system tree on the taskbar or call Settings Charm through the Charms Bar (similar to pressing the win + I combination). The Wi-Fi panel will appear on the right side of the screen;

1. you will see the entire list of wireless networks available for connection. Select the one that is configured for you and click the "Connect" button;

1. The next step is to check the conditions for connecting to the network. The system will check the requirements of the selected network and offer to enter the required data;

1. After checking the network requirements, the system will prompt you for a password. Enter the security key you know and click the "Next" button;

1. If the password is entered correctly, you will see the message "Connection complete", which means that the Internet connection is established.

How do I turn off the device?

To turn off Wi-Fi or edit the previously entered data, select the wireless networks icon in the tray (relevant for Win7 and Win8) and select the one that you configured earlier in the drop-down list of all available connections. To disable, use the Disable button, and to edit - right-click and click Properties. In the "Connection" and "Security" tabs, you can either disconnect the device or make changes to the password, encryption type or security level.

For Win XP, you need to do the following:

1. Start menu;


2. Network Neighborhood icon;


3. "Wireless connection";


4. In the list that opens, select the established connection and click the "Disconnect" button.

Good day.

In order to organize a wireless Wi-Fi network at home and give 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 decides to connect it and configure it on their own ...

In fact, the majority can do it (I do not take into account the exceptional cases when an Internet provider creates such a "jungle" with its own parameters for accessing the Internet ...). In this article I will try to answer all the most frequent questions that I heard (and still hear) when connecting and configuring a Wi-Fi router. So let's get started ...

1) What kind of 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 TV), what Internet speed do you expect (5-10-50 Mbps?), And for what protocol you are connected to the Internet (for example, now popular: PPTP, PPPoE, L2PT).

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

search and selection of a router for home -

2) How to connect a router to a computer?

As a rule, a power supply unit and a network cable for connecting to a PC are included with the router itself (see Fig. 1).

By the way, please note that on the back of the router there are several jacks 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).

An Internet cable from the provider (which was most likely connected to the PC's network card earlier) must be connected to the blue port of the router (WAN).

With 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 LAN ports of the router (see Fig. 2 - yellow ports). By the way, in this way you can connect several more computers.

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

As a rule, there are no questions about 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 settings of the router?

This is probably the key question of the article. In most cases, this is done quite simply, but sometimes ... Let's look at 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 stamps I mentioned above). But in the documentation for your router, this information is necessarily indicated (most likely, on the first or last page of the user manual).

Rice. 3. Entering a username and password to access the settings of the router.

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

How to log into 192.168.1.1? Why does not it come, the main reasons are

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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:

1. First, even routers from the same model range can 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 language of the settings also depends on the firmware. In my example below, I will show the settings of the popular router model - TP-Link TL-WR740N (the settings are in English, but it's not so difficult to figure them out. Of course, it's even easier to set up in Russian).
2. The router settings will depend on the network organization of your Internet provider. To configure the router, you need information on the connection (login, password, IP addresses, connection type, etc.), usually all that is needed is contained in the Internet connection agreement.
3. For the above reasons, it is impossible to give universal instructions that are suitable for all occasions ...

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

When connecting PPPoE to access the Internet, you need to know the password and login. Sometimes (like in MTS) PPPoE + Static Local is used: 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.

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

1. You need to open the "Network / WAN" section;
2. WAN Connection Type - indicate the type of connection, in this case PPPoE;
3. PPPoE Connection: Username - specify the login for accessing the Internet (specified in your agreement with the Internet provider);
4. PPPoE Connection: Password - password (similar);
5. Secondary Connection - here either we do not specify anything (Disabled), or, for example, as in MTS, we specify Static IP (depending on the organization of your network). Usually, this setting item affects the access to the local network of your Internet provider. If you don't need it, you don't have to worry too much;
6. Connect on Demand - establish an Internet connection as needed, for example, if the user turns to the 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 be disconnected from the Internet.
7. Connect Automatically - connect to the Internet automatically. In my opinion, the optimal parameter, and you need to choose it ...
8. Connect Manually - manually connect to the Internet (inconvenient ...). Although some users, for example, if limited traffic - 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. Configuring 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 TP Link router

Another important point - many ISPs bind your MAC address of the network card and do not allow you to access the Internet if the MAC address has changed ( approx. each network card has its own 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 ISP and they will unblock it.

Note. The MAC address looks like this line: 94-0C-6D-4B-99-2F (see Figure 6).

Rice. 6. MAC address

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

1. Wan Connection Type - the type of connection must be selected L2TP;
2. Username, Password - enter the data provided by your internet provider;
3. Server IP-address - tp.internet.beeline.ru;
4. save the settings (the router must reboot).

Rice. 7. Configuring L2TP for Billine ...

Note. Actually, after the entered settings and restarting the router (if you did everything correctly and entered exactly the data that you need), in your laptop (computer), which you connected via a network cable, the Internet should appear! If this is the case, it remains to be done little, 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 the Russian firmware to show both the Russian and English versions).

First you need to open the Wireless section, see fig. 8. Next, specify the following settings:

1. Network name - the name that you will see when searching for and connecting to a Wi-Fi network (specify any);
2. Region - you can specify "Russia". By the way, many routers don't even have such a parameter;
3. Channel width, Channel- you can leave Auto and do not change anything;
4. Save the settings.

This article will help answer the following questions: how to set up an access point, how to set up a router and will bring clarity. According to the manufacturers of wi-fi equipment, setting up a wireless network (WLAN - Wireless Local Area Network) is a matter of minutes. Press the button and the device connects. In reality, wi-fi routers confuse even experienced PC users. Most are happy with the fact that there is a signal at all - reliability is usually forgotten. In this article, you will learn how to set up a Wi-Fi hotspot, how to set up a Wi-Fi router, and how to make your wireless connection reliable to protect your network from unwanted guests.

I want to say right away that new detailed material has appeared on configuring the router:. I recommend using it first of all to set up a wi-fi router.

How to choose a Wi Fi router or access point

Choosing a Wi-Fi router... The sticking point for multimedia transmission is always the Wi-Fi standard. You can transfer large files quickly or watch HD videos wirelessly only if it complies with the 802.11n standard, which supports speeds up to 300 Mbps. I also advise you to read about the new wireless network standard - in order to buy a device with a reserve for the future. If this is not necessary, then choose any router of a well-known manufacturer ( D-Link, TP-Link, Asus or Netgear) that comply with the 802.11n standard - more than enough for any high-speed Internet connection.

Wi-Fi adapters. Users who use modern laptops or PCs with an integrated wireless network adapter do not need additional equipment, and owners of old laptops need to take care of Wi-Fi modules on the USB bus or Wi-Fi Card-Bus adapters.

How to locate a Wi-Fi hotspot or Wi Fi router

All three Wi-Fi networking standards typically operate at 2.4 GHz. In this regard, several problems arise at once. One of them boils down to the fact that not only Wi-Fi equipment works in this frequency range. For example, microwave ovens, cordless phones, and wireless interface extenders also use this frequency, which increases the level of interference. Another problem is related to the signal transmission environment: the human body, reinforced concrete structures degrade the signal quality if they are located on the signal path. In order for the signal to be available throughout the entire room, it is important to choose the right location. The connection works best if the router is mounted on the wall as high as possible. In addition, the router should not be located directly behind a computer or other device that emits strong radiation or interferes with radio waves due to its metal case. Correct positioning of the router antennas is also critical. In most cases, more coverage can be obtained if they are directed vertically.

Connecting and configuring a Wi-Fi router (access point) for a local (internal) network

Connect the computer and the router with a network cable (use the sockets for the external network, as a rule, 3-5 of them, they are located nearby and signed. Make sure that you have established a connection between the computer and your wi-fi router (the connection icon in the taskbar tray lights up) ...

• IP address: 192.168.0.2
• Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
• Default gateway: 192.168.0.1
• DNS: 192.168.0.1

If you find other parameters in the manual, set them. Open a command prompt ( Start - Run- in the window that opens, write "cmd" for Windows XP or click Start and enter "cmd" in the search bar). Next, in the command line that opens, write: ping 192.168.0.1 . If packets come from 192.168.0.1, then you did everything right. If there is no answer and we see messages about exceeding the waiting limit, it is worth trying to change the IP 192.168.0.1 and 192.168.0.2 to 192.168.1.1 and 192.168.1.2, respectively, and then try to "ping" the address - 192.168.1.1 If you still fail, then refer to the manual to understand which IP address the router accepts on the internal interface.

I also recommend that you check again whether the network cable is plugged into the socket on the router, whether a crossover cable is being used. V wi-fi router connection guide it should be written how to get into the web interface for managing the router, if you cannot find this section or the manual itself is missing - it is worth checking the addresses http://192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1 , depending on which address we managed to ping. in your computer browser. If you have already tried to connect it with a router, then you must first reset the settings with the button "Reset" on the back panel. It is also worth checking the same addresses but with a secure protocol https: //, instead of http: //

On the page that opens, you will be asked to enter your login and password, if nothing is specified in the instructions for connecting a wi-fi router, then you should try the admin / admin or admin / password pair - these are the most common pairs and they are found in almost all popular router models. After entering the administration mode, select the Russian language in the interface settings section so that everything becomes intuitive, if it is present.

Most often, Wi Fi routers allow packet forwarding in the intranet interface, so you can already turn on additional PCs and connect them through other sockets for the internal network, and start using the internal network.

How to set up a Wi-Fi router

We will consider how to enter data to access the Internet connection below, using one of the Wi-Fi routers as an example, but for now let's go to the “Wireless Settings” section ( wireless network setup) or to the section “Wi Fi”, “Wireless”, etc.

Now name your home Wi-Fi network under “Name (SSID)”. This name will show the wireless network in the list of available networks on the other device. Select your region (Europe - the American installation has a long range, which, however, is prohibited here). In the "Channel" column, set the value "Auto" - then the Wi-Fi router will analyze the air and will use the channel with the least amount of interference. Confirm the settings by clicking on "Apply".

Wireless Security

The network is installed, now it's up to the choice of protection. Without a strong password, anyone can access the Internet through your connection. There are three main encryption methods in securing a wi-fi network: WEP, WPA and WPA2. All of them are vulnerable to one degree or another, but with my help your network will be sufficiently well protected from hackers. WEP encryption is highly insecure - we recommend that you do not use it. WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) encryption, which is based on the AES encryption method, is quite secure and problematic to crack. It will take a hacker many years or a computer that is orders of magnitude faster than today's PCs to find keys.

WPA2 offers better security. True, hackers were able to find a loophole here, but the cost of breaking is too high. However, all these methods of protection require a dedicated authorization server (RADIUS), which is not applicable in a home or small office network. For them, there is encryption using WPA and WPA2 with predefined keys. To use them, on the “Wireless Settings” tab, activate “WPA-PSK (TKIP)” or “WPA2-PSK (AES)”. When prompted for "Security Encryption", specify a password - it is not recommended to use less than 15 characters for it. Confirm your entry by clicking on "Apply".

Optional Wi-Fi router configuration

Each device on the network has its own MAC (Media Access Control) network address. In the router, you should register the addresses of only the devices you know - others should not have access to the router. To do this, click in the "Advanced" menu item on the "Wireless Settings" tab and select "Setup Access List". After that, you will receive a list of connected devices. Finding the MAC address of a wifi module on a laptop or a wifi network card on a PC is simple - in the command line, type “ ipconfig / all”Select the computers you want to open freely and click on“ Add ”. Now check the box next to "Turn Access Control On", click no "Apply" - and the hacker-proof network is ready. Remember that it is best to do all this after you configure the wireless connection on the client computers.

Restart the Wi-Fi router via the web interface and try to configure the network on your device using the following settings:

IP- from the range of free addresses
Mask – 255.255.255.0
Getway – 192.168.(0-1).1

Setting up the Internet on a Wi-Fi router or setting up an external network

If we need to distribute via the internal Internet network, we need to connect a network cable with the "Internet" to an external interface on a wi-fi router (the external interface is usually located a little apart from the others and is signed accordingly by WAN)
After that, in the settings of the router, you need to specify the settings for the external interface of your provider: usually they are in the contract, or call technical support. Also, do not forget about DNS - the router probably has a caching DNS server or, in extreme cases, a DNS tunnel, set it up. It is also worth checking whether the exchange of packets between interfaces is allowed, if so, then the Internet is most likely already on your internal network.

By the way, I want to note that the latest models of wi-fi routers and some of the previous ones (Asus, for example) have the ability to work with the PPPoE protocol - which has recently been more and more common among providers, so at the end of the article you will find a step-by-step instructions for configuring a wi-fi router with a PPPoE connection ... If you have exactly this kind of Internet, then make sure you have a router with PPPoE support. I have described the main types of Internet connection so that you can determine yours.

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P.S. Let me remind you once again about the “cherished button” that answers the question “ How to reset the password on the router, if I forgot the old one. " Each router has a "Reset" button - after clicking on it while the router is running, it reboots and all settings are set to their original settings.

Setting up a wi-fi router. Troubleshooting a Wi-Fi network

Why doesn't Wi-Fi want to transfer data? You connect to Wi-Fi, but the browser cannot display the site. Let's find ways to solve this WLAN problem:

Weak Wi-Fi signal. Sometimes the WLAN transmits data one and a half, two times slower and the signal is always bad, regardless of the location of the antenna. Reason: Your network is overlapped by another WLAN that operates on the same frequency. So that several radio networks can exist side by side without overlapping each other, the 802.11b / g standard provides 13 channels at the 2.4 GHz frequency. Many routers are tuned to channel eleven or six. With free app NetStumbler you can find and recognize neighboring WLANs and find out which channels they operate on. Download the app from the official website and start searching. After that, you will see the channels of the networks around you. Now, through the web configuration of the router, set your WLAN to one of the channels that is not used in this network and check if the signal has improved.

How to increase the range of a Wi-Fi network. If the range of the Wi-Fi router is insufficient, WDS (Wireless Distribution System) technology is usually used. It allows Wi-Fi hotspots to establish a connection not only with clients, but also with each other. Each of them receives the signal to the other and passes it on. However, this increase in range translates into the cost of another set of access point equipment. The next disadvantage: the access point must provide simultaneous connection to both the network and the client - this halves the efficiency. Another, less expensive, but often quite effective way to cope with the problem is to replace the complete router antenna with a higher gain or even directed.

Wi-Fi Router or Wi-Fi hotspot loses connection. The network is functioning normally, but the connection is constantly being disconnected. The problem is most likely in the poor quality of the electrical network. Even a small voltage drop is enough for the router to lose connection. Solution: Purchase a small uninterruptible power supply and connect your router through it. If this happens rarely, most users turn off / on the device, but this is not an option.

Wi-fi connection breaks. When the wi-fi router and computer adapter are made by different manufacturers, it can cause some problems. Usually a software update helps here. Find the latest version on the vendor's website and install it via the configuration menu. Especially often this problem is solved by updating the firmware on the access points and routers of the D-Link company.

Common mistakes and setting up a Wi-Fi router

Incorrect IP configuration. In order for the two components of the network to exchange files, each needs its own IP address. This network data is distributed by the DHCP server (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) in the router (do not forget to check in the web interface of the router so that the DHCP server is enabled). Open Control Panel and select "Connect to the Internet". Select "Settings" in the WLAN connection menu. Next, double click on "Internet Protocol" (TCP / IP) and activate the "Obtain an IP address automatically" option. Confirm by double clicking on "OK". If you have multiple devices that can be DHCP servers, there may be a conflict between them. This leads to real chaos. Use the DHCP Find app to track down which device is malfunctioning. It reports the MAC addresses of the DHCP server. MAC addresses are usually written on the underside of devices. This way, you can quickly identify the troublemaker and disable the DHCP server on him. If the connection is still not working, it may be the browser proxy settings that are to blame. Configure your browser: in Internet Explorer, click on "Service | Internet Options ”and go to“ Connections ”. In the "LAN Settings" section, remove the check marks in front of all items, including the "Automatic parameter detection". In other browsers, such as Firefox, Chrome or Opera, these functions have similar names.

Programs for configuring and optimizing Wi-Fi networks (WLAN)

DHCPFind — looking for troublemakers WLAN

PuTTY — configures WLAN routers

EasyWi— FiRadar — displays all WLAN connections in the area

Wireshark — finds unprotected data

NetworkShareBrowser — shows all free networks

Wlandscape — creates a WLAN coverage map

Wi fi router Netgear WNR3500L. Easy setup

Using the Chehov.NET provider as an example

1. We connect the cable from the provider to the router (in the WAN port - yellow).
2. We take another cable (twisted pair crimped from 2 sides). We connect one end of the cable to the router (LAN port - orange), and the other to the computer.
3. We connect the router to an outlet. We turn it on.
4. Insert the disc from the kit into the drive (Russian interface). Configure step by step. Everything is very clear.
5. Next, watch the video (below) and configure the PPPoE connection: go to the web interface - www.routerlogin.net with a pair of admin | password, select the connection type - PPPoE, set the login and password from the contract, IP automatically, change the password for accessing the router. Apply the settings, reboot - you're done!

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How to configure NETGEAR JWNR2000 Wi Fi router with PPPoE connection

Go to the browser Internet Explorer, Mozilla, Opera, Safari and type 192.168.0.1 in the address bar. In the window that appears, in the "Username" field, enter admin, in the "Password" field, enter password and click the "OK" button.
After this procedure, the router menu will appear:

PPPoE connection setup
Click the "OK" button in fig. above. "Basic settings" will appear (in the menu on the left it is: Installation - Basic settings).
To the question "Do I need to enter connection information when connecting to the Internet?" we answer "Yes":

In the "Internet Service Provider" select "Others" (which corresponds to the type of PPPoE connection):

Connection mode - connection establishment mode. Always on for a persistent connection. “Connect on demand” - establish a connection if necessary - that is, when traffic directed to the Internet appears, the device will establish a connection, and if there is no activity for more than the time specified in “Idle time before disconnecting (in minutes)”, it will disconnect. If you select "Connect manually" - the connection is established and terminated manually

"Internet IP address" we leave "Obtain dynamically from an Internet service provider" , if the IP has not been issued to you by the provider (static) , as well as other parameters (everything should be in the contract):

DNS server addresses can be specified manually, if available from the provider, or leave the receipt automatically:
Master DNS: xxx.xxx.xx.x
Secondary DNS: xxx.xxx.xx.x

Leave the "MAC address of the router" by default:

Configuring wi-fi and security using an encryption key

Configuring the security of a wi-fi network using filtering by MAC address

Configuring the Netgear WG602 Access Point

Setting up a wi-fi access point Netgear WG602 is easy enough . Before proceeding with the connection, hold down the "Reset" button located on the back of the access point for 20 seconds to reset all settings to standard. Remember that if you use an Internet connection via a login-password pair, then you need an access point with PPPoE support, the connection of which is described above, the Netgear WG602 access point cannot be used with this type of Internet connection.

We connect the Netgear wg602 access point to the computer's network card with a twisted pair cable. In the settings for connecting the network adapter (card) of the computer, we register IP 192.168.0.2, the mask is 255.255.255.0, deleting the previous settings, if they took place there, but you can also use the second network card on the motherboard to configure the access point.

We open a browser to connect to the web interface of the access point, write in the address bar 192.168.0.227, a dialog box should appear where you need to enter login: admin password: password (these settings are written on the bottom cover of your access point)

Go to the Wireless Settings menu, type an arbitrary name for the network - Wireless Network Name (SSID) and the region (Country / Region), click "Apply".

Now we need to go to IP settings and "drive in" the provider's settings from the contract, unchecking the DHCP box. This checkbox does not need to be removed only for those whose ISP automatically assigns an IP or you are using a wired router (switch) with an IP assigned to it. Such routers are necessary for connecting several devices in an apartment. Leave all other settings as default.

Reboot the access point (go to the Reboot AP menu section), remove the cable from the computer's network card:

1) If you have an Internet cable connected to the aforementioned switch with an assigned IP provider, then the end of the cable that you pulled out of the computer is plugged into the switch and connected to the newly made Wi-Fi network using any device that supports this wireless technology by entering only a password (for example, a smartphone). Skip this paragraph if you are not using such a router.

2) If you only have a cable from the provider in your apartment (house, office), then the end of the cable pulled out from the computer is also removed from the access point and connected to the cable of the Internet provider. Check network health.

To access the Internet, all computers on the local network need to purchase additional network equipment called a router (or simply a router).
When concluding a contract, many large providers give the subscriber an inexpensive router model as a gift, but in most cases this router is enough to build a small local network with a shared Internet connection (for example, combine a computer, smartphone and laptop). But you need to be prepared that the router will have to be configured. How to install a wifi router, how to configure, what errors there are - this will be discussed further.

Router selection

The first step is to clearly understand what kind of local network you want to build - just give Internet access to all computers and gadgets in the apartment, or build a powerful local network with internal storage of files (video and music), on-net online games and other demanding tasks. For the first option, a fairly inexpensive router model at a price of no more than one and a half thousand rubles (or a gift from the provider, if there is a promotion). For the second option, you must prepare at least five thousand rubles. For example, the Sky Link provider offers a fairly good wifi Skylink router with 3G support at a price of 8 thousand rubles.

Router Sky Link

It is important that the router is equipped with a sufficiently high-performance filling, not "raw" firmware, supports gigabit wire speeds and the IEEE 802.11n wireless standard (150 Mbps). It will also not be superfluous to consult with the seller on how to choose a router.

Router appearance, equipment

This router is a standalone battery-powered portable router.

The first thing that catches your eye is the relatively large size for a router.

But we are very pleased with the stability of reception due to two retractable antennas - according to customer reviews, the signal is confident even in areas where USB 3G mini routers are useless.

The package includes:

Directly the router itself;

Battery and charger for it;

User guide;

Warranty card.

The body is made of black plastic, the lower part of which is translucent, behind which there are five glowing LEDs. From them you can determine how the Wi-Fi router is working at the moment.

If the power indicator is blue, the battery is charged, if it is purple, it is half discharged, if it is red, it needs recharging. The battery capacity is 1450 mAh.

At the bottom of the router there is a power button, on the right side there is a connector for connecting a power supply. At the top there is a connector for a microSD memory card, a mini-USB port, and a jack for an additional antenna.

Configuring the router

Connecting the router to the computer

Before setting up a Wi-Fi router, you need to connect it to your computer via a wireless Wi-Fi channel. This is done simply - turn on the router, turn on the computer equipped with Wi-Fi, and find a network named "VW310". Click "connect to the network", by default the network is available without a password.

After successful connection, open any web browser and write 192.168.200.1 in the address bar. This is the IP address of the router.

Entering the router menu

A password entry window will open. Leave the floor empty, click "Login". The settings window will appear.

Router settings menu

The settings are split into two general categories - basic settings and advanced settings. As is clear from the names - for less experienced users, and with relevant knowledge in this area.

You can select the type of setup in the left column of the window - "Basic Setup" and "Advanced Setup".

For example, basic Wi-Fi settings are required. Let's look at how to set up a Wi-Fi router.

Router settings menu

The wireless network is configured in the "Wireless Setting" area. In the "Wireless Mode" field, you can either disable wifi on the router, and vice versa, enable it by selecting "disabled" to disable or "enabled" to enable. In the SSID field, write the name of the wireless network, in the next line enable or disable the protection of the Wi-Fi network using a password.

The rest of the router configuration follows a similar scheme.

Router location

Considering that the Wi-Fi router is wireless, it is advisable to place it in the best possible coverage area of ​​the cellular operator's signal. To do this, let's figure out how a wifi router works.

This router belongs to the class of 3G routers, that is, a device that has Internet access through the network of a cellular operator, and then distributes traffic to surrounding computers via a Wi-Fi channel. As you know, any obstacle will degrade the signal, for example, walls, electrical wiring, microwave ovens. For this reason, if reception is poor, simply moving the router can often help. Neighboring wireless networks with which they share a common channel can also interfere. To solve this problem, you need to look at which channel your router is using (how to recognize your router - just by the name of the wireless network), and change the channel if necessary.

Similar Wi-Fi 3G routers

There are many similar routers out there for the Vertex Wireless VW310. As a rule, these routers are manufactured by the Chinese companies Huawei and ZTE.

3G router ZTE

Despite the country of origin, these products are of the highest quality, and all problems with the speed of the Internet connection are due to the poor signal level, and not to the poor quality of the equipment.

Like any router, these models also have the ability to customize. Before you go to the router, you need to connect it to your computer via a Wi-Fi channel or a network wire. Unlike stationary routers with an Ethernet port, 3G routers are connected via a USB port. With a wired 3G connection, the router can work as a 3G modem.

Entering the settings menu of 3G routers

So, first we turn on the router, detect the appeared Wi-Fi network by the computer and connect to it. All manufacturers have come to a consensus that the most convenient way to configure devices is via the web interface. Of course, many manufacturers write their own software, the so-called setup assistants, which really make the task of setting up inexperienced users easier, but they definitely leave the opportunity to go through the web interface for more detailed settings.

After establishing connection with the computer, open any web browser and enter the IP address of the router. Next, a window will appear for entering a name and password.

This is a mandatory procedure before entering the settings of the router to protect against unwanted guests. After logging in, it is recommended to change the password, as few people do not know the factory password.

Using the router outside the home

Since these routers were created mainly for use outside the home in a compartment with laptops, a couple of tips on what needs to be done to get a better quality connection does not hurt.

First of all, the signal level. Try to stay as far away as possible from high-voltage wires, power lines, transformer booths and anything that creates strong electromagnetic fields. Also, the less around high-rise buildings, the better - for the signal these are difficult obstacles.

Many people ask themselves how to install a Wi-Fi router. Everything is very simple here - just plug it into the USB port of the laptop, wait for the program to install the connection, launch this program and press the "Connect" button or something similar, depending on the cellular operator.

Before entering the router, carefully study the software menu. Perhaps the necessary settings can be made there, without entering the settings menu. For example, program startup, soundtrack, required numbers - all this is configured directly from the program.

Also in this program you can exchange SMS, change the tariff, manage your account and view statistics.

Account management menu

In addition, you can learn about the Vertex Wireless VW310 router from Sky Link from the video tutorial:

A modern person cannot imagine his life without the Internet. We work, communicate, play, study, have fun in the global network and it is no longer possible to do without all this. Meanwhile, in recent years, more and more attention is paid to the speed of the Internet. Fortunately, slow internet is a thing of the past and now we can afford to travel across the vastness of the world wide web at high speeds. Many regions have been in the coverage area for a long time 3G and 4G, which allows you to use wireless Internet at high enough speeds. However, no matter how hard mobile operators try, they have not yet succeeded in reaching the speeds that can be provided by wired Internet, and therefore the questions remain relevant - how to connect a router and how to set up a router .

Home WiFi router assumes a lot of advantages and more and more people decide to purchase it. We have prepared detailed instructions for those who want to know how to connect router and customize it. Immediately, we note that there is nothing difficult in installing, connecting and configuring a WiFi router (another name for a router). You just need to be patient and follow the instructions below. Of course, today many companies offer router installation and configuration, but this work will have to be paid for. If you are not ready to spend extra money, then this article will be very useful for you.

Before we tell you how to configure the router, it should be said that the setup procedure may differ depending on the specific model of the WiFi router, and therefore we have prepared several more articles with a detailed description of the installation and configuration of the most popular routers. Here we will look at the main points. In the course of the article, links to more detailed instructions will be posted. So, let's assume that you already have a WiFi router and all you have to do is install and configure it.

Where is the best place to place a WiFi router in an apartment

Before installing a router in an apartment, you need to decide on the most optimal location for its location. The correct location of your home wireless router determines the coverage area of ​​your WiFi network. Particular attention should be paid to this point for those who live in a fairly large apartment or house. Router manufacturers indicate the maximum signal range in the instructions, but you should not rely on these numbers. The fact is that a lot depends on the material from which the walls of the apartment are made. Moreover, do not forget about all kinds of interference, for example, a regular aquarium or cabinet can reduce the coverage area.

Many people are convinced that optimal placement WiFi router is the table on which the computer or the system unit itself is located. We do not recommend that you choose this location, as the signal quality and coverage will be much worse than the specifications of the WiFi router allow. It is preferable to place the router approximately in the middle of the apartment and as high as possible. If you live in a one-story house, then the WiFi router should be placed approximately as in the picture below:

For a two-story house, the following location of the router will be optimal:

Above, we noted that installing the device next to a computer is not the best option, but we did not explain why. The fact is that other sources of electromagnetic interference degrade the operation of the wireless router, therefore, you need to place the router away from such sources, which include not only a PC, but also a microwave oven, radiotelephone, etc.

How to install a router

Everything is clear with the location of the WiFi router, besides, if you have a small apartment, there will be no problems with the coverage area, the main thing is to place the device away from sources of electromagnetic waves. Now let's figure out how to set up a router. If the process of setting up and connecting the router assumes certain differences depending on the specific model of the device, then the installation will be standard in almost all cases. In principle, the main thing in installing a router is to correctly determine the location of the device, but we have already figured out this.

We open the box with the router, take it out and connect it to the power supply. The lights on the front of the WiFi router should light up, if this has not happened, then there are some problems with the device and to solve them you need to contact the store where the router was purchased. On the back of the WiFi router, you will find several ports. However, we will analyze this moment in more detail in the next section. With how to install a router, we believe everything is clear. We will not teach you how to use the tool necessary for fixing the device, but the connection process is worth considering.

How to connect a router to a computer

WiFi routers may vary from model to model, but they also have a lot in common. Below we will look at the functionality and connection process of a regular WiFi router. Modern routers have at least four LAN ports through which you can connect to a computer. Also, any router must have a WAN port for connecting a cable from the provider.

Speaking about how to connect a router to a computer, it should be said that this procedure is extremely simple and any PC user can handle it. To connect correctly, you need to do the following:

• Correctly crimp the twisted pair (network cable), if necessary;
• Connect the WiFi router to the mains;
• Connect the network cables (provider's cable and cable to the computer);
• Configure the network (detailed setup instructions below). The diagram for connecting the router to the computer is shown in the picture:

Let's look at how to connect the router to a computer if the WiFi router is already connected to another PC, that is, you need to add another device to your home network, for example, a laptop.

Connect one end of the cable to LAN the WiFi router connector and the other into the PC NIC connector. After connecting the cable, the network access icon should appear on the computer monitor.

If the corresponding icon still does not appear, then most likely the problem is that the network card is disabled. Another reason for the missing network connection icon is the lack of the required drivers. Go to "Control Panel \ Network and Internet \ Network Connections" and check the visibility of our network card. If you see a network card and it is simply disabled, then you need to enable it. To do this, click on it with the right mouse button and select the item "Turn on"... If the network card is not displayed, you need to install the appropriate drivers. To do this, you need a disk that must be included with the router. If there is no such disk, download the necessary drivers from the Internet.

Speaking about how to connect a router to a computer, it should be said that a different situation is possible when, after connecting the PC to a WiFi router, the corresponding icon appears, but with an exclamation mark, that is, there is no way to connect to the Internet.

This problem is most likely to be solved by configuring the network card. Through the control panel, go to the network connections, then select the item in the properties and press the button "Properties"... Selecting items "Obtain an IP address automatically" and "Obtain DNS server address automatically", after which we save all the settings. After that, the WiFi router should automatically configure itself to distribute IP addresses. However, sometimes the Internet does not work even after these actions. In this case, you need to check the cable or the router itself for serviceability. So, with the connection, we hope everything is clear, now let's find out how to set up the router.

How to set up a router

As mentioned several times, the process for setting up your router may differ depending on the model you purchased. However, despite the huge variety of models and manufacturers, all wifi routers perform the same function, and therefore they are characterized by similar functionality and configuration tools.

Of course, the appearance of the router configuration interface (the web page on which the router settings are made) is unique for each manufacturer, and therefore we have prepared several separate articles devoted to configuring the most popular routers today.

So take a look at your wifi router model and then check out the below list of articles with instructions on how to set up different routers, if your device is on this list, follow the link. (If you don't know how to get to the settings page, read this article to the end).

D-link dir-300 router: Wireless Router 802.11g DIR-300. The DIR-300 operates on the basis of the 802.11g standard, but is also backward compatible with the 802.11b standard, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of wireless devices. contains four Ethernet ports. Thanks to D-Link Quick Router Setup Wizard(Router Quick Setup Wizard), network setup can be done in minutes. supports the system Wi-Fi Protected Setup ™ (WPS) which makes it easy to set up your wireless network and security.

D-link dir-615 router: Supported Wi-Fi standards: 802.11b / g / n (draft)
Network interfaces: 4 LAN 10 / 100Base-T ports, 1 WAN 10 / 100Base-T port. WAN connection types: Static IP, Dynamic IP, PPPoE, L2TP, PPTP, DualAccess PPPoE, DualAccess PPTP.

Zyxel Keenetic router: Adapted to work in the networks of leading Russian providers. Internet speed through PPTP and L2TP - up to 55 Mbps, through PPPoE and IPoE - up to 70 Mbps. Torrent download speed - up to 5 Mb / s with the number of sessions about 500. Link Duo technology for simultaneous work on the Internet via PPTP / L2TP / PPPoE and with the resources of the regional network servers. Supports IEEE 802.1X standard for Internet access.

Router tp-link: The vast majority of Tp-Link routers run on firmwares that are similar to each other, like two peas in a pod. The only significant difference lies in the different software languages ​​in the “default” version for a particular model.

Asus router: High speed wireless 4 port router. Configuring Asus routers fundamentally differs in configuration in only two firmware versions, we will consider both of them.

Rostelecom router: There are several types of routers from Rostelecom, we will consider setting up the following: Universal routers Rostelecom - Sagemcom [email protected] 2804 v5, v7 and v7 rev. 1, Sagemcom [email protected] 3804, QTech RT-A1W4L1USBn and Startnet AR800.

The above articles contain detailed instructions for configuring wifi routers of certain models and manufacturers, but this manual does not end there. It is not enough to know how to configure the router directly in the configuration interface. You will also have to configure the parameters of the network card. In addition, many of you will find it useful to know the IP addresses of the device on the local network. All these points are also included in this article.

Configuring network board parameters

Before trying to enter the router interface, you need to correctly configure the network card. To do this, go to "Network Connections" by pressing the key combination Win + R and enter the command ncpa.cpl.

Push "OK"... The Network Connections window will open. Right-click the one through which the router is connected to the computer:

Next, select the item "Properties" and in the opened window "Local Area Connection Properties" with the left mouse button, double-click on the component Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP / IPv4)... Do not forget to check the boxes for automatically obtaining IP and DNS addresses.

In the overwhelming majority of cases, an active DHCP server looks at the local network at the wifi router, which will issue an IP address to your computer. You can see it in "Connection status" by pressing the button Intelligence .

So, we hope everything is clear with the configuration of the parameters of the network card, now let's move on to the final section of today's article.

IP address of the device in the local network

After connecting the router to the computer, to complete the configuration, you will need to go to the router's configuration interface. This is done by entering the address of the web interface in the address bar. Each router has an IP address in the local network, most often this 192.168.1.1 ... however, other options are possible, for example, devices from D-Link and NetGear have an address 192.168.0.1 and routers TrendNet - 192.168.10.1... So, if you have a router, for example, D-Link, then you need to enter the following into the address bar of the browser URL: http://192.168.0.1... After that, a page with a form for entering a username and password to access the web interface will appear on the monitor. Typically, the username and password have the same meaning - admin... Exceptions are possible though. The router's IP address, username and password are often indicated on a sticker located on the bottom cover of the device.

If you cannot access the web interface, first of all you need to check whether the computer receives an IP address from the DHCP server of the device. It also makes sense to try to register the IP address manually in the protocol settings. TCP / IP... Then try pinging the router. This procedure is performed as follows: open a command line and enter - ping 192.168.1.1.

Perhaps this is where we will end. Now you know how to connect a router and how to set up a router. Do not forget that links to articles with more detailed instructions for configuring routers from different manufacturers are posted above.