How to set up a Huawei all-optical fiber optic router

You can set up a Huawei all-optical fiber router by connecting the fiber or Ethernet line, powering the device, and configuring it via the web interface or Huawei AI Life app.

Step 1: Physical Connections

1. Connect the fiber optic line from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) to the WAN/ONT port on your Huawei router. If your router has self-adaptive ports, any network port may work .
2. Power on the router by connecting it to a power source.
3. Optional wired setup: Connect your computer to a LAN port on the router using an Ethernet cable for direct configuration .

Step 2: Access the Router Interface

1. Connect your phone or computer to the router's default Wi-Fi network (SSID and password are on the router's nameplate) or via Ethernet .
2. Open a web browser and enter the default IP address (usually printed on the router) to access the web-based management page .
3. Click Get Started or follow the setup wizard to begin configuration.

Step 3: Internet Configuration

1. The router may auto-detect your Internet access mode. If not, select DHCP or enter your ISP-provided PPPoE account and password .
2. If your ISP requires VLAN settings, enable VLAN on the Internet connection screen and enter the configuration details provided by your ISP .
3. Complete the wizard to set up your Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password, and optionally a login password for the router interface .

Step 4: Advanced Options (Optional)

• Bridge Mode / Passthrough: If you want the Huawei router to act as a simple modem and let another router handle routing, check if your model supports bridge mode. Some Huawei GPON routers have a dedicated LAN port for bridging; disabling DHCP alone is not sufficient .
• Secondary Router Setup: For mesh or extended networks, connect a secondary Huawei router to the main router, power it on, and wait for the indicators to turn steady blue. The routers will automatically network together .

Step 5: Connect Devices

• Wired devices: Use Ethernet cables to connect computers, set-top boxes, or other devices to LAN ports.
• Wireless devices: Connect phones, tablets, and laptops to the configured Wi-Fi network .

Step 6: Optional Management

• Use the Huawei AI Life app or web interface to manage parental controls, device access, and Wi-Fi security settings .
• You can also assign static IPs, configure port forwarding, or adjust QoS settings for optimal performance . Following these steps ensures your Huawei all-optical fiber router is properly connected, configured, and ready for both wired and wireless devices.