Mediaket will show you in this tutorial, how to Backup and Restore HUAWEI HG530 modem configuration in less than 3 minutes. Why you need to backup your modem router configuration...
The Backup Settings option allows you to save a file containing all your modem router's configuration settings, like wireless settings, port forwarding, WAN setup, DNS, All passwords, wireless shared key etc. to a file on your computer. This file can then be used to restore your settings if the router is reset to the Factory Default settings.
Huawei HG530 - Wireless ADSL Modem Router:
- HUAWEI HG530 Home Gateway is a type of Asymmetrical Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) terminal.
- At the network side, it provides ADSL2+ for rapid Internet access and high-speed broadband access. For users, it provides an 802.11b/g/n interface and four Ethernet interfaces. After connecting to a PC, STB, video phone, or another terminal, users can enjoy data, voice, and a range of other services.
Interfaces and buttons on the HG530:
- WLAN button, which is used to enable or disable wireless network function quickly.
- Power button, which is used to power on or off the HG530.
- Power interface, which is used to connect the HG530 to the power adapter.
- Reset button, which is used to restore the factory settings of the HG530.
- LAN interfaces, which are used to connect the HG530 to the Ethernet interface on the computer.
- DSL interface, which is used to connect HG530 to the MODEM interface on the splitter or to the telephone jack on the wall.
Indicators on the HG530:
- Power: indicate the power condition of the HG530.
- ADSL: indicate the status of the DSL line.
- Internet: indicate the status of the connection between the HG530 and the LAN in routing mode.
- WLAN: indicate the status of the wireless network connection.
- LAN1 – LAN4: indicate the status of the Ethernet connection between the HG530 and the PC.