Configuring the Upvel Router: step by step instructions. Models of the Upvel router

Upvel is a little-known brand on theRussian market of network equipment. Its products are positioned as budgetary. That is inexpensive and unpretentious routers for home and small wireless networks. In this article, we will consider several sample devices from the company, an instruction on how to configure Upvel's routers and the main points when using them.

Upvel routers

Upvel has a solid list of routers forhome and industrial use. As always, the design of such devices does not have any special pretentious elements. All that is placed on the case for decorating purposes, is minimal and harmoniously fits into the design.

Although the settings of many routers differ little, but still have some features, then the description of the process will be followed, as well as the appearance and capabilities of specific models from Upvel.

Configuring the Upvel 315BN Router

This router is a classicdevice for creating small networks and connecting to the Internet by wireless communication. The most budgetary version of the entire line of network devices manufacturer. The cost does not exceed 1100 rubles, depending on the store and the region. Upvel UR 315BN looks like an ordinary router, in a simple way - boxes of black color with an antenna and a series of LEDs and ports.

On the front panel there is a standard row of indicators that notify about the current status of the device and possible problems. 4 LAN LEDs, one for WAN and WLAN, status and power indicators.

The rear panel does not represent anything eitherunusual - 4 LAN ports, to create a wired LAN, one for the provider's cable, a reset button and the same - WPS activation. Power connector and status switch on / off.

Cable Connection and Setup

Configuring the Upvel 315BN starts withconnect all necessary cables to their respective connectors. For the power cord there is a hole marked as DC. The WAN port is used to connect the provider's cable, and one of the LAN connectors is required for the primary configuration of the router.

An interesting feature can be considered available incomplete the disk with the program of setting up the router Upvel, which greatly simplifies the first acquaintance with the device. After inserting the CD into the drive, the application should automatically load. Here you need to select a setup wizard that will step by step through all the configuration steps. Then you need to install the language. I am glad that there is support for the Russian. After the greeting, click "Configure router".

In the appeared window in detail and with picturesindicates how and what to connect. After execution, the "Next" button is pressed, and the next page notifies that the router is connected. The next transition to the new window will show the options for the settings. Among the available ones, you need to select WAN / Ethernet, because this model can not be connected in any other way.

A new window will prompt you for the connection type. Most of the modern companies that provide access to the Network use PPPoE technology, so, most likely, it is exactly it. Here you will need data from the contract with the provider. In particular, login and password for access. After their introduction and pressing the "Next" button, the router will configure the connection, which will be announced in the last window. At this stage, setting up the Internet in the Upvel UR 315BN router can be considered complete. It remains to configure its wireless distribution.

Wi-Fi

To switch to Wi-Fi settings, presscorresponding to a large orange button in the main panel. In the opened window there are several fields that you need to fill out. The Network name or SSID is what is displayed as the name when scanning available connections. You can enter any. The type of encryption is better to choose the most reliable - WPA2. Well and there is a key of a network, that is the password after input of which connection will be possible.

Actually, this is where the settings end.router on the distribution of the Internet by air. Their set is quite enough to create a connection in a simple home network. But how to enter the settings of the Upvel router at any time, for example, to change the password? It's very simple - in the browser, just enter the IP address - 192.168.10.1. Thus, the user will get access to the web interface of the router. The authorization page contains two fields: login and password. By default, the manufacturer set the admin values ​​in both cases. It is recommended to change them immediately after entering the administrative panel.

Router 344AN4G

Router Upvel UR 344AN4G has richercharacteristics and capabilities, compared with the previous model. In particular, it supports connecting 3G / 4G modems, external drives, connection via DSL and Ethernet. Its body is slightly larger than its younger brother and carries an extended set of indicators on the front panel:

• Power - constantly on in the on state.
• DSL - informs you that a cable is inserted into the DSL connector and there is a connection.
• Internet - says that there is access to the external network. Blinking indicates that traffic is being transmitted.
• LAN ports 1 through 4. It is noteworthy that in this model, the LAN1 port can be used as a WAN when creating a connection via Ethernet. The rest are used to physically connect devices using RJ-45 connectors.
• WLAN - The wireless access point is enabled. Blinking indicates the traffic activity at the moment.
• WPS - can only blink for two minutes, which indicates waiting for the device to connect via WPS.
• Usb Constantly on — a device is connected, blinking — transmitting data.

The back panel is also much richer than other models, and this is understandable, the Upvel UR 344AN4G router is positioned as a universal tool for creating various networks and services.

Of the distinctive features worth notingUSB connector and RJ-11 cable for DSL technology. There is also a physical button for activating wireless data transfer. It is not so common on modern routers.

Connect and configure

This router can connect to the Internet in three ways:

• ADSL;
• 3G / 4G modem;
• Ethernet.

Each type has its own connectors, so it will be quite difficult to make a mistake. For the modem - USB, telephone cable - RJ-11, and for Ethernet - LAN1.

Setting up this model is no different fromThe method described above. There is a small difference in how to connect a modem and ADSL, but the wizard presented on the disk easily solves this problem by stepping through all the steps.

Router 825AC

Router Upvel UR 825AC isuniversal harvester, with a declared data transfer rate of 1200 Mbps. Manufacturers moved away from the canons of the design of such devices and brought a little futurism. This image is complemented by two antennas capable of operating at 5 GHz frequencies. From the indicators on the front panel, there are two different LEDs for 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, which are lit depending on the frequency used.

The rear panel has USB, 4 LAN, 1 WAN, and a power button. It is worth noting that there is another USB-connector on the side of the device for conveniently connecting modems.

Customize

As usual, Upvel UR 825AC is completedCD-ROM, with which you can perform a basic connection setup, without delving particularly into all the details of the configuration. When it starts, there is a separate item “Quick Setup”. With the help of a step-by-step wizard, the program will guide the user through all stages, up to the final result and a fully configured device.

Thinner settings can be changed by logging in.directly through the web interface. If this happens at the initial stage, then it is necessary that the computer is connected to the router using a patch cord. In cases where the connection has already been established, you just need to enter the IP address 192.168.10.1 into the address bar of the browser. The system prompts you to specify a username and password, the default value of which is admin.

There are a lot of settings, and they allow you to configure the device for almost any need.

Some tips and advice

The article described the process of configuring the routerUpvel on the example of several models. Now it's worth talking about how to increase wireless performance. This will be relevant not only for WiFi Upvel, but also for other models of routers.

1. There should be as few physical barriers as possible between the clients and the router - partitions, walls and other things. Ideally - direct visibility.
2. Radio interference from other devices available incan cause delays in data transmission, which will affect performance. Therefore, place the router should be away from such devices.
3. The 2.4 GHz frequency is very popular among routers andBluetooth adapters. Therefore, the presence of interference and failures when working on it is a common problem. It is better to use a frequency of 5 GHz, since fewer devices work on it.
4. Also, the power of the device can be changed in the advanced settings by going to the administrative panel via the web interface.

Conclusion

Apparently, the company Upvel is just beginningdevelop the Russian market. It is worth noting that it does this quite effectively. A large range of available routers will allow you to choose the one you need for a particular task. Setting Upvel router does not cause problems even for inexperienced users, thanks to the program that comes bundled. The cost of budget versions is also not high and is available for creating unpretentious home networks.

In addition to routers, the company also implements other types of equipment. Smart TV set-top boxes, wireless network adapters, switches and various accessories for them.