Now on sale there are a huge number of different Wi-Fi routers from different manufacturers. And that's good, there is plenty to choose from. But immediately after purchasing a router, we need to install, connect and configure it. And if the connection process practically does not differ depending on the model, then the setup process itself and the page with the router settings may be different even for one manufacturer.

It is very difficult to give detailed and step-by-step instructions for setting up different models within one article. But I'll try. In this article, I will describe in detail and show you how to install and configure a Wi-Fi router. Regardless of what make and model you have. This universal instruction is suitable for both setting up a new router and re-setting. You can do everything yourself. And it is not at all necessary to pay for customization to specialists.

Entering the router settings. How to enter the web interface?

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

Important! To go to the router settings and configure it, your device (PC, laptop, smartphone, tablet) must be connected to the router via cable, or via Wi-Fi network. At the same time, access to the Internet on the computer may not be available. You don't need internet to enter the control panel!

If you have a high-speed connection on your computer (maybe with the name of your provider), then after connecting through a router you do not need to start it!

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

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

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

On the authorization page, you need to specify a username and password. Factory specified on the device case. Most often these are admin and admin. On some models, the default settings are not protected, and immediately after entering the control panel, you need to set a username and password.

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

How to set up a Wi-Fi router?

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

• Set up an internet connection.
• Configure a Wi-Fi network.

In most cases, this is sufficient. I also advise you to change the password that protects the web interface of the router. There are also settings for IPTV, USB drives, parental controls, etc., but not everyone needs them.

In the control panel of almost every router there is a so-called "Quick Setup Wizard", aka "Quick Setup". On some devices, it is open immediately after entering the control panel. With it, you can step by step configure your Wi-Fi router. Internet connection, wireless network, etc. For an example, how it looks from TP-Link:

You can try it, it's very convenient.

Internet setup. The most important step

The main thing is correctly configure the router to connect to the provider... If he cannot connect to the Internet, then all devices will have a connection "Without Internet access". Many users who try to configure everything with their own hands most often encounter problems at this stage.

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

Important! You should know exactly what type of connection your ISP has. Also, all the necessary data for connection (Username: Password)if needed. As a rule, this information is indicated in the contract that you received when you connected to the Internet.

Some ISPs bind by MAC address. It is also desirable to clarify this.

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

If the Internet through the router is already working (and you haven't started any connections on the computer), you can skip this section and go directly to the Wi-Fi setup.

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

For example, what the PPPoE connection setting looks like on an ASUS router:

Other examples:

Goal: so that the Internet through the router works on all devices. By cable and Wi-Fi. If this has not happened, then it is pointless to continue tuning.

You can always call the provider and clarify what parameters and where to specify. They help many by telephone.

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I hope you succeeded.

Changing Wi-Fi network settings

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

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

If during the setup process something does not work out for you, you can always reset the settings to the factory settings and try to set everything up again. Find the "Reset" or "Reset" button on the case, press it and hold it for about 10 seconds. The indicators will tell you when the reset has occurred.

You can leave questions in the comments. Only I have a small request, describe the problem in detail. Write your router model. And it is very difficult to understand and advise something when you do not understand the question itself. Good luck!

Not so long ago a computer, and even more so a laptop, was a luxury. Today, almost every family has a computer or laptop, and in many families, almost every family member has these devices. Each such device must have access to the Internet, since a computer without the Internet is a "box". With the development of technologies, in order to divide Internet traffic into several devices, it is no longer necessary to bring a separate cable to each device, everything can be done over the air - using Wi-Fi technology.

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Benefits of Wi-Fi

Before talking about setting up a Wi-Fi network at home, let's talk about the tasks and advantages of this technology. So, if you need to divide the existing Internet channel into several devices, then you need a router. If you want to share the Internet channel by connecting devices without using wires, then a Wi-Fi router will help you with this. We have already told you about that, and therefore, before buying it, we recommend that you read this article again. A Wi-Fi router is a great option if you have devices that support Wi-Fi networks. Thus, by installing a Wi-Fi router at the most central point, you can provide Wi-Fi coverage throughout the apartment, which is very convenient, because you will not need to pull extra wires. If your computer does not have a Wi-Fi adapter, then this issue can be solved in two ways: install a Wi-Fi router in the room where the computer is located, or purchase a Wi-Fi adapter. A Wi-Fi adapter is a small device in the form of a flash drive or a card inserted into a PCI slot.

Since almost every family has a need to install a Wi-Fi router, we will tell you how to set it up yourself, without calling the wizard.

Setting up a Wi-Fi router

To configure the router, it must be connected via a cable to a computer or laptop. The wiring diagram should be shown in the instructions. We unpack the router, fasten the antennas to it, then connect one part of the network cable (which comes with the kit) to the router, and the other to the computer (laptop). Then we connect the power of the router and after that we connect the network cable of the Internet provider to it.

How to enter the router menu

Absolutely all Wi-Fi routers are configured using the WEB interface, this is a kind of site with settings. That is, in order to configure the router, you need to open the page with its settings in the browser. To do this, enter "192.168.1.1" in the address bar of the browser and press the "Enter" key. After that, a window will appear on the screen in which you will need to enter your login and password to access the router settings. Standard (by default) login and password from the router settings menu: "admin" - in small letters. After entering, press "OK" and get into the menu.

Flashing Wi-Fi router

So, in order to set up a Wi-Fi router, you first need to reflash it. If you are a rather experienced person, and you know what and how, then now we will tell you what to do for this. If you are not particularly fond of understanding all the intricacies of computer technology, then you can do without flashing the router. Firmware is a kind of router operating system that it runs on.

What is the flashing for? Re-flashing the router is necessary in order to ensure the normal and high-quality operation of the device. As a rule, every Wi-Fi router has the same firmware version from the moment of release to the moment it is discontinued. This firmware only passes internal tests, but when the device goes on sale, users find all the problems in the operation of the device in various situations. Therefore, the "native" firmware is not perfect and you may have problems with the device: low speed, freezes, problems with Wi-Fi, etc. That is why it is better to install a new firmware version.

In order to reflash the Wi-Fi router, you need to download the firmware file. You can download it, of course, from the manufacturer's official website. To do this, on the website of the device manufacturer, find the model of your Wi-Fi router, and click on the "Downloads" tab, this is where the list of available firmware should be located. Some manufacturers may send you to an FTP server where the firmware is stored. But do not rush to download the latest version of the firmware, first read the forums where users who installed this firmware wrote a review about its work and concluded whether it should be installed or not.

After downloading the archive with the firmware, unzip it and copy the firmware file to the downloads folder. In the router menu, go to the Firmware section and in the field provided, specify the path to the new firmware for the router. You can find more detailed instructions on how to reflash a router in the instructions for the device.

After flashing, go to the Network / IPConfig / Network menu (depending on the model of your router) and first enter the provider's settings.

WAN connection type

• Dynamic IP / DHCP / Dynamic IP - select if the provider provides a dynamic IP;


• Static ip / Static IP-address - select if the provider is built on a local network, where to access the Internet you need to enter the IP-address, subnet mask and Gateway (Gatway).


• PPPoE - select if you need to enter a username and password to access the Internet.

DNS

DNS 1 and DNS 2 - it is advisable to leave it installed automatically, but if the provider requires their manual installation (which is very rare), then we enter the primary and secondary DNS. It is not always necessary to enter the provider's DNS in the network settings, sometimes external DNS works better than the provider's.

Then go to the Wireless tab, which contains the Wi-Fi settings.

How to set up a Wi-Fi network

Network name (SSID)

The network name is the name of your Wi-Fi router, which will be displayed when the device searches for a network to connect to Wi-Fi. We recommend that you set the name as original as possible to avoid overlaps. If you have 2 devices with the same names on your network, then the Wi-Fi connection may not work correctly.

Channel

This is the frequency channel over which the data will be transmitted. Pay special attention to this parameter, as this may cause you to have a low Wi-Fi speed. Why? Each channel has its own, so to speak, data transmission volumes. The more your devices are connected via Wi-Fi, the lower the Internet speed for each device - the same applies to the channel, the more devices use the same channel, the less its bandwidth. Therefore, even if you have a high speed Internet connection and the Wi-Fi channel is congested, the speed of the Wi-Fi connection will be very low.

If your neighbors are not so advanced, then this parameter can be left at the value "Auto". It is very easy to check the Wi-Fi activity of neighbors - call the list of the Wi-Fi connections menu and see the number of Wi-Fi routers that are available in your apartment: if there are not enough of them, then the channel is enough, if there are many, then it is better to set it manually.

In view of the fact that "Auto" selects the 6th or 7th channels, then with manual selection it is necessary to select the channels that are at the beginning. That is, if in the future, the speed of the Wi-Fi connection dropped, but over the cable it matches the declared one, then it is possible that the whole problem lies in the Wi-Fi channel.

(Wireless Mode)

This option sets the standard for the wireless network. Two factors depend on the standard of the wireless network: the ability of old-type devices to work in it and the speed of Wi-Fi. That is, Wi-Fi has its own standards of work, and to make it clearer for you, consider an example. In cellular communications, at first the Internet was transmitted via WAP, then via GPRS, then via EDGE, etc., with each new type the data transfer rate also grew - in our situation everything is the same. The further a letter alphabetically denotes a communication standard, the higher the baud rate it supports. But here it is necessary to take into account one more point: not all devices released a long time ago and supporting work in Wi-Fi networks support the latest type of connection - and this must be taken into account.

When choosing the type of wireless connection, set the type that will be supported by all your Wi-Fi devices. Devices of a new type can work with older types, but not vice versa. But don't be upset, most modern Wi-Fi routers can work with several standards - which is very convenient, for this set the value "b / g / n" (if any).

Channel width

The channel width is indicated in megahertz. We recommend leaving this parameter on the “Auto” parameter, or setting its maximum value.

Maximum baud rate

This parameter sets the maximum data transfer rate - rate limitation. Of course, it is best to set this parameter to the maximum value. If you are the main user of the Internet and you need a high speed of data transfer over a network cable on your computer, then you can cut the speed over Wi-Fi in this way.

Encryption type

Another important parameter when setting up a Wi-Fi router is the type of encryption of the transmitted data. The more reliable the type of encryption, the more secure your data will be transmitted. By far the best type of encryption is WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK. But here you should also pay attention to the fact that not all devices support this type of encryption, and therefore it is possible that when choosing it, you will need to find a "golden mean" for all devices.

How to set up Wi-Fi on a computer and laptop

Let's briefly tell you how to configure Wi-Fi on Windows 7 and on Windows 8. In order to configure Wi-Fi on a laptop or computer, you need to select your Wi-Fi router in the list of Wi-Fi devices, which you gave the original name to. Then we click on his name 2 times with the mouse, and we are asked to enter a password - we enter the password, it is checked, and if you entered everything correctly, the device connects to Wi-Fi. After that, we recommend checking both over the network and over Wi-Fi. Please note that Wi-Fi speed may be limited by the bandwidth of your router. Therefore, it may differ from the one available on the LAN.

Sometimes, to connect a laptop via Wi-Fi, you need to separately enable the Wi-Fi module. As a rule, on laptops, the corresponding button is responsible for this, it can be either separate or combined with the F7 key.

For more information on setting up a Wi-Fi connection, you can find out from the video below.

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, there should naturally be the Internet. 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 explain 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 a convenient, reliable and fast Internet connection, which we face 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", exchange of packet data 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 accuracy.

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 “noisy” connection. Many household appliances (e.g. microwave ovens) emit in the range used by this protocol, alternative connection devices (e.g. 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 will provide consistent coverage throughout the area. 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 rooms of historical value, as well as in rooms 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. Weifai allows you to synchronously use a large number of active connections. Once you've established a wireless connection, you don't have to worry about how many computers and mobile devices are simultaneously accessing the Internet.

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 ones 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 the 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 enabling 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 adapter models, so when installing, 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 tips 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 into the line "Main gateway", usually 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 at the top and select the "Use windows to configure the network" checkbox in it. Then press the button "Wireless networks". 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 WiFi in WIN7?

There are two ways to set up an "air" connection in Win7 OS: in automatic mode and manually. The second option may 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 consider 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, enter the password for the connection. For more 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 "Next";

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 disconnect 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.

Turn on the search for Wi-Fi networks on your gadgets, laptops and computers - and you will see how popular wireless access technologies are, and how densely they have penetrated apartments and offices. The range of some routers is sometimes striking: when searching for networks, you can easily find a network even, for example, on the other side of the street and connect to it. And dual-band routers allow you to avoid collisions and free up the air using a higher frequency.

Typically, laptops, smartphones, TVs and gaming gadgets require an Internet connection. The operating systems Windows, Android and iOS have fundamental differences in the method of connection. Let's consider them in order

We connect a laptop and a computer to our router via Wi-Fi

To connect to wifi, you need at least know the password (data encryption key in case of network and traffic encryption). Consider connecting a laptop or stationary computer to an already configured and functioning router remotely.

Our goal is to connect to the internet and local network.

We check that:

• The router is connected correctly to the ISP and distributes the Internet.
• Wi-Fi adapter is installed, functions correctly, drivers are installed and fresh.

Connecting via WPS

The easiest, no knowledge required, way to connect to a router is through WPS... It can be hardware (using a hardware button) or software (using a pin code).

The button is pressed once and not for long (just a second press) both on the router and on the WI FI adapter.

After one or two minutes, the router and adapter themselves "negotiate" with each other about the addresses and encryption password, and the Internet becomes available on the device.

Sometimes the device may not have a WPS button, but still support it. In this case, the WPS PIN is indicated on the label: when setting up the wireless network, the OS will ask you to enter it.

Despite the apparent simplicity of the connection, it is deceiving: when activating the connection to wi-fi using WPS, three procedures are involved:

• generating a key (password);
• encrypt the generated password
• imposing additional encryption on the channel using a certificate.

Due to the incomplete transparency of this procedure - you do not know the password and connection parameters - it is recommended to use the standard connection option with the key input.

If the router was not initially configured, then by entering the WPS PIN, you can configure all the network parameters as desired: its name and key.

Standard option for connecting laptops and computers to the router

Let's take a look at how to connect to the wireless Internet through a pre-configured router.

All modern laptops are equipped with a Wi-Fi module. But a stationary computer should be equipped with a Wi-Fi adapter.

Pay attention to:

(1): All available wifi networks are visible here. Select our network (2), click (3) Connection to connect to the modem and, accordingly, the Internet.

A window appears asking you to enter a password (security key); and if the key is entered correctly, a successful Internet connection icon will appear:

Your computer can successfully use the resources of the local home network and Internet access through your router.

Connecting smartphones and gadgets to the router

For smartphones and mobile gadgets, connecting to the Internet through a router is an opportunity to save on traffic and, accordingly, money when paying for services to the operator. 4G network requires more resources and battery power than wireless access, so a smartphone will "live" longer with the Internet from a router without a GSM service provider. Any smartphone equipped with a Wi-Fi module can connect to your router's Wi-Fi.

Let's consider how to connect when the Internet is configured and distributed by an access point.

Android OS

Let's demonstrate step by step how to connect to the Internet via a router using an example of a smartphone with Android OS.

1. In the settings of your smartphone, turn on the Wi-Fi module, available networks will be automatically scanned.
2. Select your network from the list.
3. Enter the network key (which was entered at the stage of setting up the router).
4. If the connection is successful, the corresponding signature "Connected" will appear.

If you cannot connect to a network device, restart both it and your smartphone. Check the settings of your Internet distribution device and try to connect to the wireless network again as described above.

IOS OS

We will analyze step by step how to connect gadgets with the iOS operating system to the router.

In the "Settings" section, select the "Basic" section, where you can check the activation of the wireless module: when you move the slider to "ON", it automatically searches for networks available for connection. Choose your network and enter the password (network key).

If the key is correct, iPad and iphone will successfully connect to the Internet.

Connecting to an unknown network device

Above, we discussed how to connect to a home access point, the parameters of which are known. However, there are situations that require remote connection to someone else's equipment, without data on the key and connection parameters.

Let's consider how to connect via Wi-Fi to a router in this case.

Password guessing

Home network users, due to inexperience, lack of knowledge and laziness, rarely compose complex keys. Therefore, the question of how to connect to a wireless network is not difficult to solve: there are a number of programs for selecting a key using a dictionary. For example, WiFICrack.

This program also solves the problem of how to connect to a hidden network that does not send broadcast packets. It is enough to scan the broadcast, tick the boxes of those networks, the connection to which you are interested in, download the dictionary (you can use the built-in one) and start selection.

As a result, the file Good.txt will be created, containing the names of the networks and their keys that were found.

Interception and cracking of a password

Programs for capturing and decrypting packets of wireless networks are also available via the Internet. The essence of the method: even in the absence of correct authentication, the network device exchanges packets with the connected gadget, which contain the key in encrypted form. Isolation of such packets and their decryption is the way to reveal the key.

This is a class of programs for advanced users with knowledge of computer security.

One example of this class of programs is Airslax.

Works with WPA / WPA2 traffic decryption and WEP encryption. The numbers indicate:

1. Scanning the air, finding all networks, their signal levels, encryption options and other features.
2. Decryption target selection. Networks are ranked in the list in ascending order of signal strength.
3. The process of intercepting the selected network.
4. Disconnecting the client from the point to initiate a re-authentication process: the first 4 packets contain the key in encrypted form.
5. Password guessing for a captured WPA / WPA2 encrypted headshake using a dictionary.
6. Saving results.
7. Automatic WEP key guessing: a large number of DATA packets are collected, and authentication is tried every 5000 collected DATA packets.
8. Points are scanned here with the possibility of authorization via WPS.
9. Using Reaver or Bully, the pin code is selected.
10. Automatic operation mode.

Security of your own network equipment

Having casually examined the main methods of standard and unauthorized connection, let us recall the basic basic requirements for your own equipment.

• Change the default usernames and their passwords on the router. Many people neglect or forget to follow this simple procedure, leaving a loophole for attackers.
• Enable encryption, which is the most difficult to decrypt - WPA2. It will significantly complicate and increase the hacking time; attackers would prefer a simpler network to connect.
• Restrict access by mac address. While it is not difficult to change the address of a network card, restricting the MAC address is a necessary procedure to protect the internal security loop.
• Change the Wi-Fi access key at least once every six months. Even if attackers do connect to your network equipment, connecting regularly and repeating the hacking procedure will force them to find a more accessible victim. This will not save you from unauthorized connections, but will significantly reduce the likelihood of hacking. Safe and fast connections for you!

With the development of the level and prevalence of the Internet, the number of devices that use the World Wide Web has also increased. Smartphones, tablets, laptops and even TVs all require an internet connection to work comfortably. When there are more than two such devices at home, the question arises of how to connect them simultaneously. In this case, a useful device will come to the rescue - a router, the purpose of which is to distribute the Internet connection between various devices. There are several types of routers, so before buying, you need to determine which one is right for you.

By connection type

The most common type is a router with an Ethernet connection. This refers to a standard network cable (called "twisted pair") that can be connected directly to a computer. But if you want to connect several gadgets, then you must immediately connect the router (more on this below). The connection speed can be up to 1 Gb / s, it depends on the capabilities of your network card and provider.

The second type of connection is called ADSL. It is used to get an Internet connection over telephone networks and is more common in the private sector where there is no way to connect via Ethernet. If you have a telephone at home, then there is no need to pull additional wires. True, you will not see speeds over 24 Mbit / s (this is the maximum speed, subject to a high-quality modern telephone line).

LTE connectivity is the third type of router. With this connection, you get the Internet wirelessly via 3G or 4G networks. So far, this is the most expensive and least common way to connect.

If you have decided on the type of router, then you can go directly to the question of how to install a router. And you should start by choosing a location.

Choosing a place

Routers come in both wired and wireless. If you need to connect both a phone and a tablet to the network at the same time, then you should ask how to set up a WiFi router at home. Moreover, a wireless router does not exclude wired connections.

Before connecting, it is advisable to choose the optimal location of the router. Avoid placing on concrete lintels or in remote corners of the apartment, as this will reduce the usable coverage. The ideal location is in the center of the room. Most often, the connection point is limited by the location of the incoming Internet cable. It makes sense to immediately connect and configure the router. And only if the signal level does not suit you, then start "bothering" about the location.

We start to connect

You need to connect the cable to de-energized devices. For an Ethernet connection, simply plug the incoming network cable into the dedicated jack on the back of the router (labeled WAN). If you have an ADSL connection, then you should use the so-called splitter (included in the kit) to separate the telephone and Internet signal.

For the initial setup, you will also need to connect a network cable (also included) to a laptop or desktop computer. This is necessary to enter the administrative panel of the router. We will look at the connection process using the example of a router manufactured by TP-Link. If you know how to install a TP-Link router, then there will be no problems connecting devices from other manufacturers, since the principle is the same everywhere.

We go to the administrative part

In order to enter the device interface, you need to have the following data: IP address, username and password. This data is printed on a label on the bottom of the router. For most models, generic login information will work. Address: 192.168.1.1, which must be entered into the address bar of the browser. After entering the address and pressing the Enter key, a login and password entry window will appear (by default, the login is admin and the password is admin). But there may be options, as in the photo below, where the address of the settings page is different. Therefore, check the label or instructions for the device.

After entering the username and password, you will be taken to the administrative part, where you first need to open the DHCP Server tab. There you need to activate this server, that is, mark Enable or Enable (depending on the interface language), and click the Save button.

The next step in the process, how to install a Wi-Fi router, is to determine the type of connection.

Connection type

If you do not have data on the type of connection, then you should check with your Internet provider. Without the correct settings, the Internet will not work. The simplest option is a type called "dynamic IP address". You only need to select this option and click the save button. In rare cases, you will still have to fill in the "Hostname" field.

A more rare type - with a static IP address - requires additional filling in the fields with the IP address, default gateway, subnet mask, and DNS server (provided by the provider). And when connecting PPPoE (from the English Point-to-point protocol over Ethernet), you must fill in the fields with the username, password and password confirmation.

After setting up the Internet connection, you can proceed to the question of how to set the TP-Link router to the wireless transmission mode?

Wi-Fi setup

To do this, you need to find a tab called "Wireless Mode" (options are possible). Then you need to enter the SSID-name of the network and select the mode mode. If you are not sure if all of your devices support the most up-to-date n-mode, the mixed bgn option is the best choice.

Next, you should save the settings and restart the router. After that, let's move on to the question of how to set up a WiFi router in protected mode. For these purposes, the settings provide a section "Network Security" (Wireless Security). Here you should select the WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK encryption mode and enter a 12-digit password. In the future, this password will need to be entered one-time on each new device that you want to connect to the network.

After this step, the question of how to install a Wi-Fi router can be considered closed.

Possible problems

If you cannot enter the admin panel, then try changing your browser. Some devices from different manufacturers have poor compatibility with the Google Chrome browser.

Be careful when entering the IP address of the router. If the firmware has been updated, it may become 192.168.0.1 instead of 192.168.1.1 (or vice versa).

If after setting up the router you have a weak wireless signal, then think about how to install the WiFi router in a different, more open place. Sometimes you can select the signal strength level in the administrative settings. Some router models have detachable antennas. If you change them to more powerful ones, you will be able to significantly expand the coverage area without changing the router (which is much cheaper).

Conclusion

The instructions described above are universal. It will help you in deciding how to install a D Link, ASUS, Netgear, Linksys, etc. router. Differences can only be in the interface of the administrative panel or in small nuances. Provided that you did everything right, all that remains is to connect your gadgets and enjoy the convenience of using the Internet wirelessly.