Quick Guide – Configure Huawei Router using HiLink Mobile App

Step 1: Download the App

Download the Huawei HiLink App from the Google Play Store or Apple AppStore.

Step 2: Connect Power

Connect the power adapter to your Huawei router.

Step 3: Connect Network Cable

Connect a network cable from your ONT (Optical Network Terminal) to the WAN port of your Huawei Router.

Router Ports Description: The router features two LAN ports (LAN1, LAN2) and one WAN port. All ports support 10/100/1000 Full Duplex speeds. A USB port is also available.

Step 4: Connect to Router's Wi-Fi

On your mobile phone, connect to the wireless network name that starts with “HUAWEI–”. For example, HUAWEI-VC6XED. You can find the specific Wi-Fi Name printed at the bottom of your router.

[Image description: A mobile phone screen displaying a list of available Wi-Fi networks, with "HUAWEI-VC6XED" highlighted as the network to connect to.]

Step 5: Wait for Connection

Wait for the Wi-Fi connection to complete. You will see a blue color tick ✔️ next to the connected network.

[Image description: A mobile phone screen showing the Wi-Fi settings, with "HUAWEI-VC6XED" selected and a blue checkmark indicating a successful connection.]

Step 6: Launch HiLink App

Now, launch the Huawei HiLink mobile App.

[Image description: The Huawei HiLink mobile app splash screen, featuring the "Hi" logo and text "Thank you for using Huawei routers". It displays options to agree to the Huawei EULA, join the User Experience Improvement Program, and allow automatic updates.]

Step 7: Start Configuration

Click on the "Start" button. The app will automatically detect your internet connection.

[Image description: The Huawei HiLink app screen showing "Checking network connection..." with a loading indicator.]

Step 8: Set Wi-Fi Name and Password

Next, enter your desired Wi-Fi Name and Wi-Fi password. For example, you can name your network "My-A1".

[Image description: A mobile phone screen for Wi-Fi settings, showing fields to enter the "Wi-Fi name" and "Password".]

Step 9: Set Admin Password

Set up your admin password. This password is used to manage the router's settings through a web browser. You can choose to use your Wi-Fi password as the router password by checking the option "Use Wi-Fi password as router password".

[Image description: A mobile phone screen for Wi-Fi settings, showing fields for Wi-Fi name, password, and login password. The "Use Wi-Fi password as router password" option is checked.]

Step 10: Save Settings

Click on "Next" to save the settings.

[Image description: A confirmation dialog box appears, asking "This action will restart your Wi-Fi network. You may need to reconnect to the Wi-Fi network from your Wi-Fi devices. Continue?". It offers "Cancel" and "OK" options.]

Step 11: Saving and Rebooting

The settings will be saved, which may take a few seconds. The router will then reboot.

[Image description: An overlay on the mobile screen indicating "Saving your settings..." with a loading animation.]

Step 12: Configuration Complete

Congratulations! You are done with the configuration.

[Image description: A screen displaying "Configuration complete." with a large green checkmark icon. It prompts the user to reconnect to the newly configured Wi-Fi network, e.g., "My-A1".]

Step 13: Connect to New Wi-Fi

Now you can connect to your new Wi-Fi network using the password you specified earlier.

[Image description: A mobile phone screen showing a list of available Wi-Fi networks, with "My-A1" highlighted as the network to connect to.]

Step 14: Enter Password for New Wi-Fi

Enter the password for the new Wi-Fi name "My-A1".

[Image description: A mobile phone screen prompting the user to enter the password for the "My-A1" Wi-Fi network.]

Step 15: Enjoy Surfing!

That is all. Enjoy surfing!

Step 16: Explore HiLink App Features

In the Huawei HiLink mobile App, there are several tools available to manage and monitor your home network. Feel free to explore them.

[Image description: The main dashboard of the Huawei HiLink app, showing various icons and labels for network management features such as "Wi-Fi mode", "Guest Wi-Fi", "Smart bandwidth", "Wi-Fi off", "Diagnose", "Link+", "Router storage", and "Share".]