To test the router's functionality, you need to connect the device to the Internet and create a wireless network. Naturally, after that you need to check all its LAN ports one by one.
Necessary
- - Network cables;
- - notebook.
Instructions
Step 1
First, make sure your internet account is active. Connect the cable to the computer and set up the connection to the server. Make sure your internet connection is stable. Now connect the ISP cable to the WAN port of the router.
Step 2
Connect the LAN port of the network equipment to the computer using a network cable. Open an internet browser and go to the web interface of the router's settings. Open the WAN (Internet Connection) menu and configure the server connection. Be sure to check if the settings are correct. Save the settings for this menu and reboot the device. Make sure DHCP and NAT function is active.
Step 3
Configure your computer's network adapter to use a dynamic IP address. Make sure your internet connection is stable. Now connect your computer to the other LAN ports of the router one by one. Check their functionality.
Step 4
If you fail to connect to the Internet through any port, then check the router's firewall settings. Make sure the Route Table does not list static routes for specific LAN ports.
Step 5
Now open the Wireless Settings (Wi-Fi) menu and create a wireless hotspot. Be sure to select the wireless settings that your laptop can handle. Reboot the router to apply the changes.
Step 6
Connect your laptop or desktop computer (via Wi-Fi adapter) to the created access point. Make sure you have internet access. Check the connectivity between the devices on the wired and wireless networks.
Step 7
Try connecting multiple computers to LAN ports and wireless network at the same time. Make sure there are no high network latencies. If no problems were found, then this router is fully functional.
