How to set up a Wi Fi router NETGEAR JWNR2000 with a PPPoE connection. How to set up a router without the help of a specialist

Modern man cannot imagine his life without the Internet. We work, communicate, play, study, have fun in the global network and it is already impossible to do without all this. Meanwhile, more and more attention has recently been paid to the speed of the Internet. Fortunately, the slow Internet is already in the past and now we can afford to surf the world wide web at high speeds. Many regions have long been in the coverage area 3G and 4G, which allows you to use wireless Internet at fairly high speeds. However, no matter how hard mobile operators try, they have not yet succeeded in reaching the speeds that wired Internet can provide, and therefore questions remain relevant - how to connect a router and how to set up a router .

Home WiFi router offers 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. We note right away 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 installation and configuration of the router, but you will have to pay for this work. If you are not ready to spend extra money, then this article will be very useful for you.

Before we tell you how to set up a router, it should be said that the setup procedure may differ depending on the specific model of WiFi router, and therefore we have prepared several more articles detailing the installation and configuration of the most popular routers. Here we will look at the main points. Links to more detailed instructions will be posted throughout the article. So, we will assume that you already have a WiFi router and you just have to install and configure it.

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

Before you install a router in an apartment, you need to decide on the most optimal place for its location. Wi-Fi coverage depends on the correct location of your home wireless router. Particular attention to this item should be given to those who live in a fairly large apartment or house. Router manufacturers indicate the maximum signal range in the instructions, but you should not count 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, an ordinary aquarium or cabinet can reduce the coverage area.

Many people are convinced that optimal placement WiFi router is the table on which the computer is located or the system unit itself. We do not recommend that you choose this location, because the signal quality and coverage will be much worse than the characteristics 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 router location is optimal:

Above, we noted that installing the device next to the computer is not the best option, but did not explain why. The fact is that other sources of electromagnetic interference worsen 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, cordless telephone, 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 find out how to install the router. If the process of setting up and connecting the router involves 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 dealt with this.

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

How to connect a router to a computer

WiFi routers may differ depending on the specific model, but they also have a lot in common. Below we will look at the functionality and process of connecting a regular WiFi router. Modern routers have at least four LAN ports through which they connect to a computer. Also, any router must have a WAN port designed to connect a cable from an ISP.

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. For a correct connection, follow these steps:

• Correctly crimp the twisted pair (network cable), if necessary;
• Connect the WiFi router to the mains;
• Connect the network cables (provider cable and cable to the computer);
• Set up a 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 a 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 WiFi router connector, and the other into the PC network card connector. After connecting the cable, the network access icon should appear on the computer monitor.

If the corresponding icon does not appear, then most likely the problem is that the network card is disabled. Another reason for the lack of a network connection icon is the lack of the necessary drivers. We 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, right-click on it and select "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 another situation is also possible when, after connecting the PC to the WiFi router, the corresponding icon appears, but with an exclamation mark, that is, there is no way to connect to the Internet.

A similar problem is most likely to be solved by setting up a network card. Through the control panel, go to network connections, then in the properties select the item and press the button "Properties". Choose 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 steps. 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 router setup process may differ depending on the model you have 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 on configuring the most popular routers today.

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

Router d-link dir-300: Wireless router 802.11g DIR-300. The DIR-300 is based on 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(To the Router's Quick Setup Wizard), network setup can be completed in minutes. supports the system Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS), which simplifies wireless network setup and security.

Router d-link dir-615: 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 about 500 sessions. Link Duo technology for simultaneous Internet browsing via PPTP/L2TP/PPPoE and with local network server resources. Support for the IEEE 802.1X standard for Internet access.

tp-link router: The vast majority of Tp-Link routers run on firmware similar to each other, like two drops of water. 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. Setting up Asus routers is fundamentally different in setting up 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: Rostelecom Universal Routers - 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 setting up 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 need to configure the NIC settings. 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.

Network card parameter configuration

Before trying to enter the interface of the router, you must correctly configure the network card. For this we go to "Network Connections" by pressing a key combination Win+R and enter the command ncpa.cpl

Click "OK". The Network Connections window opens. Right-click to select 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" Double click on the component with the left mouse button "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)". Don't forget to check the boxes to automatically obtain IP addresses and DNS addresses.

In the vast majority of cases, an active DHCP server looks into the local network on a wifi router, which will give an IP address to your computer. You can view it in "Connection Status" by pressing the button Intelligence .

So, with the configuration of the network card parameters, we hope everything is clear, 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, you will need to enter the router's configuration interface to complete the configuration. This is done by entering the address of the web interface in the address bar. Each router has an IP address on the local network, most often this is 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 in the browser address bar 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. As a rule, the username and password have the same meaning - admin. Although exceptions are possible. The IP address of the router, username and password are often indicated on a sticker located on the bottom cover of the device.

If you cannot enter 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 to ping the router. This procedure is performed as follows: open a command prompt and enter - ping 192.168.1.1.

Perhaps we will end here. Now you know how to connect a router and how to configure a router. Do not forget that links to articles with more detailed instructions for configuring routers from various manufacturers are located above.

How to install a WiFi router?

The stability of a home network largely depends on the correct configuration of all its nodes. As you know, the main component is the router. It is not difficult to understand his work. Almost any user can install a WiFi router at home.

Connection

Before proceeding with the installation of a WiFi router, you should:

1. connect it to the computer in the usual way (using a cable);
2. connect the provider cable.

If an ADSL router is used, this cannot be a problem, since the LAN cable and telephone cord have different plug sizes. It is enough to insert them into the appropriate connectors and apply power to the device.

In other cases, it is important not to confuse the WAN and LAN (Ethernet) connectors. You can identify them either by marking or by description in the passport. You have to insert the provider cable into the WAN, and the computer cable into the LAN. It should be borne in mind that the router may have a different number of LAN ports (depending on the specific model). After all the connectors are connected, and the device itself is connected to the mains, you can start configuring it.

Web interface

A special interface is used to configure the router. To access it you need:

1. determine the IP of the router and its “login-password” pair, which are indicated on the bottom cover sticker or in the passport;
2. launch any browser on the computer;
3. enter the IP address of the router in the line;
4. press the "Enter" key;
5. enter the username and password of the router in the appropriate fields;
6. press the "Enter" key.

If, after completing step 4, the authorization page does not open, you should:

1. launch the Network and Sharing Center;
2. select "Change adapter settings";
3. move the cursor to the "Local Area Connection" icon;
4. press the right button and select the line "Properties" in the menu;
5. go to the "Network" tab;
6. click on the item "Internet protocol version 4 ..." and click the "Properties" button;
7. put a marker in front of "Use the following IP address";
8. in the field "Main gateway" enter the IP of the router;
9. in the field "IP address" enter the IP of the router with the last digit changed to 110 (for example);
10. click on the "Subnet mask" field (values ​​will be set automatically);
11. in this and in the previous windows, click the "OK" button;
12. turn the router on and off.

Setting

The web interface menu is quite informative, which allows you to install a wifi router with just a couple of clicks. First of all, you need to change the standard password to access it in order to secure the router from outside interference. For this it is enough:

1. find the item "Administration" (Administration);
2. enter a new password and confirm it;
3. save changes.

For the next steps, you will need the provider's data:

• connection type;
• login and password to access the Internet;
• VPI and VCI (in the case of an ADSL router).

They can be obtained from the office of the Internet provider or by calling the help desk.

If they are already known, then:

1. find the section "Internet" ("Internet", "WAN");
2. fill in the appropriate fields;
3. save the changes.

1. we find the section "Wireless network" (WiFi, Wireless);
2. open the subsection “Basic settings” (Wireless Settings);
3. fill in the field "Wireless network name" (SSID) - any combination of numbers and letters in Latin;
4. choose a region (Russia or Europe);
5. set the mode (mode) - "11bgn mixed";
6. set the channel (channel) - "Auto";
7. save the changes.

The last step is to change the WiFi network security settings. For this:

1. open the subsection "Wireless Security";
2. mark the item "WPA / WPA2" (the most secure today);
3. in the field "Password" (Password) we indicate any combination of numbers and / or letters in Latin;
4. save the changes.

Now all that remains is to reboot the router (turn it off and on).

Problems with DHCP

If you had to manually configure the IP on the computer to connect to the router and enter the web interface, you must use the DHCP server. For this:

1. find the item "Network" ("LAN");
2. set the marker next to the DHCP item to "Yes" (Enabled);
3. save the changes.

Quick start function

Most routers have a "Quick Start" feature. When it is enabled, the items and sections necessary for modification will appear automatically. It remains only to enter the data in accordance with the information received from the provider and click the "Next" button.

For more information on this subject, see our articles.

Wireless Internet networks are becoming more and more popular. Looking into any restaurant, park, airport, beauty salon, mall, store, many of you instinctively connect to free wi-fi through your phone or tablet.

Therefore, the question arises, in order to be able to be on the Internet at home without connecting to annoying wires.

Why do I need to install wi-fi in the apartment?

Installationwi- fi at home will give you the opportunity to:

• connect to the Internet from different devices (laptops, mobile phones, tablets) at the same time;
• have access to the World Wide Web from any corner of the apartment;
• do any business (wash the dishes, lie on the couch, cook dinner, do the cleaning) and at the same time enjoy movies online;
• read books or watch TV programs from any gadget while lying in bed;
• remove wires around the house that all family members cling to and that pets like to gnaw through;
• be online around the clock in social networks and in work applications;
• take sweets from neighbors who ask for access to connect to your Wi-Fi.

Wi-Fi is a modern technology that has ceased to be a rarity. It greatly expands the possibilities of using the Internet connection, makes you mobile, not chained to a wired access point. It's really convenient!

Which wireless technology to choose

To Internet installation in the apartment really benefited, you need to decide which type of wireless network is suitable in your case.

There are three in total:

• bluetooth technology. Allows one device to share traffic with another device if they are a couple of meters away. This is useful if the transmitter is always close to the receiver.
• Large-scale mobile networks (WiMAX or 3G). They operate on the basis of mobile communication towers and stations installed throughout the city. Can be used via modem, tablet or mobile phone. At the same time, the speed of the Internet connection is not very good, and depends on the place of remoteness from the tower.
• Wi-fi access via local network. This is not an independent technology, but only a way to distribute input channels between different devices from an existing local network. That is, a local Internet is connected to the building (apartment, house, office, shop) and a wi-fi router is installed, allowing many devices to use one connection.

If you want to know how much does it cost to install wi-fi in an apartment, you need to contact your local Internet provider.

Some companies provide their regular users with free routers for temporary or permanent use.

WiFi speed and range

At first, the speed of wi-fi connections left much to be desired. At the beginning of the last decade, with the development of mobile gadgets, communication standards that determine speed have significantly improved.

The first wi-fi routers of the 802.11 standard were not widely used, since the speed did not exceed 1 megabit per second. When connecting several devices, the Internet generally "hung". In the future, Intel included the 802.11b standard in the content of its platform, which increased the speed to 11 megabits. Oddly enough, it will continue to be widely used in our time.

The next speed step was overcome by the 802.11a standard, which differs from the previous one only in the range of applicable frequencies. But the speed is already 54 megabits. And, of course, modern high-speed networks of the 802.11n standard provide users with a speed of 150-300 Mb / s, but not all telecom companies can allow its use.

Router installation, price which varies depending on the power of the transmitter and the sensitivity of the antenna can be made both in office premises and in apartments.

To be more precise, the quality of the equipment directly affects the Wi-Fi range and connection speed. If you need to bring Internet to a large house, you can use several access points. Such a network can be depleted among themselves using a wired or wireless method. For a small apartment, medium-power equipment is suitable, the range of which will extend within a radius of several meters.

Reliability and security of wi-fi routers

To enter a Wi-fi network, as a rule, you need a password. Naturally, if the user himself does not wish to turn it off to provide free use to everyone around him. There are two types of routers:

• closed, providing access to the Internet only to users who have registered the necessary settings on their device;
• open, to which anyone can connect.

On the Internet, you can find many programs that promise to guess the password for your neighbors' Wi-Fi. But modern WPA and WPA2 technologies provide security and block the activity of such spy services. Most routers support the combined WPA/WPA2 security type, which guarantees complete security against intruders.

At Internet installation in the apartment, an individual and complex password is generated for the user, which he can change on his own if desired.

Technological progress is growing daily. In order to keep up with competitors, manufacturers of technical equipment regularly release new models of wi-fi routers. Often they enter the market raw, unable to provide reliable performance. You have to wait for months for updated firmware and endlessly call the masters to fix the system.

How to choose a router for installing Internet in an apartment

If you want to know how much does it cost to install wi-fi in an apartment In order for it to be of high quality and perform its functions flawlessly for a long time, follow some recommendations:

The cost of installing wi-fi in the apartment

When connecting this technology, many are interested in the question of how much it costs to connect wai wai in an apartment. After all, some people want to get all the benefits of wireless Internet, but are not ready to lay out a large amount of money. In order to buy a quality router, you have to fork out. If we talk about the price range, it fluctuates around 30-250 dollars.

According to user reviews, the ASUS RT-N16 is a pretty good device for home use, the price of which is about $ 80.

The choice depends on the manufacturer and service provider. Currently, Cisco, ZyXEL, ASUS, NETGEAR, TP-LINK, Linksys routers are popular. Overpaying more than $100 is also not recommended. Indeed, in an apartment the load is not the same as in a shopping center, restaurant or office. Yes, and the area of ​​coverage is not needed.

The modern world cannot be imagined without wireless networks. In the 1990s, no one suspected that such a rapid development of the Internet would occur. However, already in 1998, the first Wi-Fi wireless network was introduced. In this article, we will learn how to connect and configure a WiFi router.

A little background

Surely many of you are familiar with the functionality of wireless networks. However, there are those who do not know anything about it at all. Therefore, all actions will be extremely detailed so that everyone can understand.

Wi-Fi technology was created by an Australian developer, then it was a very deplorable sight. The transmission was carried out over short distances, and data protection is not worth talking about. At the moment, "WiFi" is the most common type of transmission of an Internet connection without the use of wires.

It became widespread with the development of smartphones and laptops with network adapters. The need for a wireless connection grew among users because it was very convenient. Now "Wi-Fi" is used everywhere: in schools, large corporations, entertainment centers and at home. It not only broadcasts the Internet signal, but also links certain devices together.

Now you will learn how to configure the router to receive WiFi. To do this, all data is divided into several actions. We will also describe the connection to the most popular routers.

Action one. Connecting a router

After connecting the Internet cables, your ISP usually gives you a Wi-Fi router for free. Sometimes it is connected by those who wired the cable to you, or the master is called to the house. Or you can do everything yourself, the procedure is quite simple:

1. Choose a location for the router. It is closer to the cables that the provider has laid for you. It is recommended to install the router at a certain height, especially if you have pets.
2. Gather the components together. For example, screw the antennas if you have them removable. Then plug the power adapter into a power outlet and turn on the device.

1. Connect the cable from the provider (usually it is white) to the WAN or "Internet" port. In most cases, it is specially highlighted in blue, so that it is more convenient for the user to navigate in the abundance of wires.
2. Connect the router to a computer or laptop with a network cable. On a PC, the wire is connected to the system unit, namely to the network card. And in the router, the cable goes to the LAN port. Sometimes it can be called "Home network", as a rule, there are only four such ports.

Action two. Checking the operation of the router

Before starting the setup, you need to make sure that the router is connected correctly. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Look at the router, the indicator lights should be on on its screen, which indicate normal operation. If they are not visible, then turn on the router, usually the button is located on the back of the device.
2. Check the electrical connection. It is worth noting that this is another reason why the router may not turn on.
3. Take a close look at the wires where they are connected.

If everything is fine, then the router will already distribute WiFi. But it won't work, because you still don't know how to set up a WiFi router.

Action three. Network adapter check

Each laptop model has its own function key, which allows you to enable or disable the network adapter. For example, on Lenovo laptops, as a rule, there is no button on the keyboard. The switch is located on the front panel.

ASUS laptops have a hot key combination Fn + F2, and Acer developers have implemented Fn + F3. You can see the rest of the hot keys on the official website of the manufacturer or by opening the instructions for the laptop.

Universal advice. Look at the row of keys F1-F12, among them find the icon of the antenna that transmits the signal. Hold down the Fn key and click on your giveaway button.

All actions are correctly completed, but Wi-Fi does not turn on - why?

In this case, the problem lies in the software settings. There are three reasons in total:

1. System crashes. In this case, just restart your computer or laptop.
2. Virus software infection. Download popular antiviruses and check your device.
3. Incorrectly installed drivers or their absence. When you connect a new device, the Windows operating system itself loads the necessary drivers. However, sometimes this does not happen.

After fixing these problems, you can learn how to set up a WiFi router. Instructions for this and useful tips are presented below.

Setting up the web interface

All routers are made individually and have their own configuration algorithm. To enter it, you need to use a browser and go to the specified addresses.

Everything you need to know to set it up correctly:

• Your device must be connected to the router via a cable or wireless Wi-Fi connection. Without this, you will not be able to open the desired site and start setting up.
• The control panel does not require an Internet connection. You just need to set the connection of IP addresses, which will happen automatically.
• The desired address used for configuration is entered in the address bar. It is worth noting that if you do not enter data into the search bar, then nothing will come of it.
• The username and password are printed on the back of the router. As a rule, the name and password have the same name - admin (with a small letter).

In most cases, providers write the address needed for configuration on the back of the router. But, if you are too lazy to watch, then use one of the following:

• 192.168.1.1
• 192.168.0.1

How to set up a Rostelecom WiFi router

Before starting the setup, we need to check the connection with the computer. To do this, follow the following algorithm of actions:

1. Open the Start menu.
2. Click on the "Control Panel" tab.
3. Then go to "Network Connections".
4. And then select "Local Area Connections".
5. Next, click on "Internet Protocol" and right-click on "Properties".

Make sure you have automatic connection of the IP address and DNS server enabled. If everything is fine with the set parameters, then setting up the WiFi router from Rostelecom will proceed normally.

Let's look at an example

Let's take the RT-A1W4L1USBn router model from Rostelecom as a sample. How to set up a WiFi router at home? The procedure is described below:

1. We go to the provider's website. To do this, enter in the browser: 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1.
2. In a new window, you will be asked to enter your username and password, they are listed on the back of the router. And in most cases they do not differ in any way, usually both values ​​\u200b\u200bare admin (in small letters!).
3. You will see a new page where you can configure the router. Unfortunately it is in English.
4. Select Interface Setup and open the Wireless tab.
5. Encryption choose AES, and authorization WPAPSK.
6. Enter the new network name in the SSID field. This will help you discover and connect to your network faster.
7. Set a password. As a rule, it consists of a set of numbers, letters or symbols. You are required to come up with a key between 8 and 63 characters long.

After all the manipulations, restart the router. To do this, turn it off and on again. The necessary button, in most cases, is located on the back of the device. Now you know how to set up a Rostelecom WiFi router.

The settings are off. What to do?

Quite rare, but it does happen. Software failure occurs for the following reasons:

• Unfavorable weather conditions.
• Virus software infection.
• The user mishandles the router.
• Program "illiteracy" of the user.

And despite this, you still have to recover the data. You can call the provider's hotline, explain the reasons and ask to call the master. It usually does the setup for free, but some providers may cost money.

You can do the reconfiguration yourself, it's not difficult, especially if you personally configured your router. for the house it rarely breaks down, but here is a list of actions to restore functioning:

1. Take a small object, such as a needle or pin. And click on the Reset button, which is located on the back of the router.
2. After that, the settings will be reset.
3. Through system capabilities, check the hardware for problems. If the computer finds them, click on "Fix".

When restoring the connection channel, measure the speed and signal. Now you know how to set up a WiFi router if the settings have been reset.

Conclusion

In the Russian Federation, the most popular provider is Rostelecom. However, there are others, you can take advantage of their offers. Every year the speed of the Internet connection is growing, and the number of users is increasing.

For the home, it is provided by the provider itself, as a rule, the device is issued to the user absolutely free of charge. The setup is carried out directly by the master who connected the network cable to you or independently. It is quite simple and is described in this article. If you have any questions that are not mentioned here, please contact your ISP.

Internet access can be obtained through an Internet cable or a Wi-Fi router. In the second case, the connection speed is much higher, and the amount of data transferred is not limited.

A router, also known as a router, works as follows. A cable is brought into the room, which is connected to the router, and then pulled to the computer. The router processes the signal and transmits it to all devices over the air. Most routers are preconfigured at the factory. The user only needs to connect the device to a PC and use the Internet.

The device memory contains a routing table. It contains paths to all devices. This is how a whole network is formed. Periodically, the router sends messages to each device to see if the signal reaches it. This is how the current state of the routing table is checked and dynamic routing works. So that the signal does not go to someone else's device, specific addresses are set. Static routing is more difficult to control if many devices are connected, but it is more secure.

What you need to connect the router to a computer or laptop

To connect a Wi-Fi router to a computer, you need:

the router itself; network cable; PC, laptop with a network card.

Modern devices are equipped 4 LAN connector. That is, 4 computers can be connected to one device or a local network can be formed. The cable usually comes with the router, and the card is integrated into the motherboard.

How to connect a router yourself

Typically, the installation of the device is carried out by employees of the provider company. But even beginners will be able to connect a Wi-Fi router to a computer on their own.

The equipment kit includes a router, cable and instructions. The first step is to connect the Wi-Fi router to the computer. Since the cable in the kit is quite short, you need to install the router close to the computer. If necessary, you need to order a longer cable from the store and compress it.

First you need to connect the power cable from the wall outlet to the machine. Next, connect the provider cable and the cable from the computer.

The final step is to pull the network cable into the PC socket.

One end of the network cable must be connected to LAN connector(yellow) router, and the second - to a computer or laptop.

One of the 4 indicators on the machine should light up.

The taskbar on the PC screen should show the connection.

How to correctly configure the wifi router

After the connection is established, you can do the configuration.

For one PC

If connect wifi router to the computer failed, then the toolbar will glow red cross.

The first step is to simply change the cable. If the connection status has changed. for example, on yellow cross, so that's where the problem lies.

Most often, the difficulties arise because network card disabled. To fix this error, you need to Toolbars» select item « Network and Internet", and then " Network connections". "" will be displayed among the icons. Right-click on the shortcut and select " Turn on».

If there is no such shortcut at all, then on the PC driver not installed. It is best to download the driver from the disk that came with the equipment.

For PC and mobile gadgets

You can also configure the connection on a laptop through the toolbar. An Internet connection icon is displayed in the lower left corner. Click on it and go to the section " Network and Internet settings". Available devices are displayed in the list. You need to find the name of the router on the network, click on the label and click the " connect". If the connection is secure, the system will ask for a username and password.

The connection on the smartphone is set up in the same way. In the phone settings you need to select the section WLAN, find the name of the wireless network in the list, and then enter login And password.

How to install a new router instead of the old one

First you need to connect the new router to the PC, as described earlier. If the device has already been configured by the provider, then immediately after connecting the cable, the Internet will work. To check, just open the browser and loads the pages of the sites. But in the case of replacing an old device with a new one, most often you have to change the settings.

After connecting the network cable, you need to open the browser and drive in the search bar " 192.168.1.1 " or " 192.168.0.1 » and press Enter. One of these IPs will open the settings. If none of them worked, then the correct IP must be indicated in the instructions for the router.

If everything is done correctly, then a window for entering the settings will appear in the browser window. The system will ask for a username and password. When connecting for the first time, both fields should indicate " Admin". Instead of password combination can be used 1234 . Also, the login and password to the system can be specified in the instructions for the router.

If none of the suggested options worked, you could not open the settings, then your connection needs additional settings. Only the provider company can deal with this issue. The exact settings may vary by device model and service provider. There is no universal instruction for such cases.

The settings menu contains several items. Fill in the fields according to the instructions for your device. It is very important to come up with a strong password. Its length must exceed 7 characters. A strong password consists of Latin letters And numbers.

Passwords and limited access when distributing the Internet

The router itself does not provide access to the World Wide Web. It must first be configured and connected to the provider's network. At this stage, the problem may arise due to limited access.

If the network cable is connected, but the adapter does not work, then there may be several reasons:

the router is not configured correctly; the drivers are out of order; the wireless network is not configured.

Another reason may be the inclusion of economy mode on laptops with a low battery charge. In the first case, you need to reconfigure the router according to the instructions. And in the second - reinstall the drivers. If problems arise on the network, then you should check the IP address settings. On the Toolbar in the network control center, select the wireless connection item and open " Properties».

In the next menu, select " Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)».

In line " IP address» must be entered manually subnet address, which is indicated on the sticker on the bottom of the case.

Now let's look at how to remove restricted access on Windows 8 PC. To solve the problem, you need to restart the network adapter. To do this, in the command "" you need to enter the line ncpa.cpl.

A list of available connections will appear on the screen. We find the right one and open the context menu of the RMB. In the drop-down menu, select the item " Disable”, wait until the adapter changes color to gray, and then reconnect the device. Another reason for incorrect connection may be an incorrectly entered network login and password. To resolve this issue, contact your ISP.