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Zyxel keenetic ultra ii connection. Setting up Zyxel Keenetic in repeater mode (amplifier). We use a Zyxel router to expand the Wi-Fi network. Setting up an Internet connection

So, let's start the review of Zyxel Keenetic Ultra with appearance, like the entire Zyxel Keenetic II line, the router is black, the upper part is decorated with wavy protrusions, and you can’t help but notice a large button with dual functionality:

Short press of the button- Launches the quick connection feature (WPS).
Press for more than 3 seconds- Turns the wireless network on or off.
At the back there are three rotating antennas, which, unlike the younger models of the Keenetic II family, are non-removable. There is also a power switch, a reset button hole and a small universal button, the purpose of which can be changed, 4 connectors for connecting local network devices and one network connector for connecting the Internet. On the right side there are two USB 2.0 sockets, to which you can connect flash drives, disks, printers, and other external devices.

The front panel is strewn with indicators, let's figure out what each of them means

Indicator - Status
Does not burn
Zyxel Keenetic Ultra is turned off.
Flashes rarely
The router is loading. If the indicator blinks for more than two minutes, the Internet center may be faulty.
Flashes quickly
Firmware update.
Lit
The Internet center is turned on and functioning normally.

Indicators 0-4 Connection to network connectors
Does not burn
The cable is not connected to the corresponding connector of the Internet center, or network connection not installed.
Lights up or flashes
The network connection has been established and information is being transferred.

Indicator - Wireless network Wi-Fi
There are two of them, each corresponding to its own frequency 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz

Does not burn
The Wi-Fi network in the corresponding frequency band is turned off.
Lit
Wi-Fi network is turned on.
Flashes quickly
Data is being transferred via wireless network.
Flashes, rarely
A quick wireless connection setup session using WPS technology has been launched.

Indicator - Internet
Does not burn
Zyxel Keenetic Ultra did not receive IP parameters from the provider to connect to the Internet or did not pass authorization.
Lit
The IP settings for connecting to the Internet are set.

Indicator - USB connections.

Does not burn

The router did not detect compatible equipment connected to the “USB” connectors, or the USB device is not ready for use. Some USB devices take up to 30 seconds to get ready for use.

Lit

USB device is connected.

Flashing

Preparing to safely remove a USB drive. Unplug the drive only after the indicator stops blinking

Filling and technical characteristics of the router.

Router ZyXEL Keenetic Ultra
Wi-Fi standards	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n (2.4/5 GHz)
Chipset/controller	Mediatek/Ralink RT6856 (700 MHz) + RT5392 + RT3593; Realtek RTL8367RB
Memory	RAM 256 MB/ROM 16 MB
Antennas	3 x non-removable omnidirectional 3 dBi; 2x2:2 (2.4 GHz); 3x3:3 (5 GHz)
Safety	64/128-bit WEP/WPA/WPA2, 802.1x, 802.1Q, WPS
Wi-Fi speed	802.11n (2.4 GHz): up to 300 Mbps, 802.11n (5 GHz): up to 450 Mbps
Interfaces	5 x 10/100/1000 Mbit/s LAN/WAN, 2 x USB 2.0
Hardware buttons	Power, Wi-Fi + WPS off, factory reset, FN button
Dimensions (WxLxH)	186x120x39 mm
Weight	310 g
Nutrition	PSU AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.8 A; DC 12 V, 2 A

Setting up ZyXEL Keenetic Ultra

In order to set up the router, you need to connect it to your computer/laptop using an Ethernet cable and connect the Internet cable to the Internet port. Don't forget to connect power to the Zyxel Keenetic Ultra and press the power button on the case. In the computer/laptop settings, set automatic retrieval of network settings . After this, open any browser (IE, Chrome, Opera), the web interface of the router will open, if this does not happen, enter in the address bar 192.168.1.1 or my.keenetik.net A web interface window will open offering a choice - go to the web interface or run quick setup. I suggest starting with a quick setup.

The first step is to set up the Internet, the router supports Various types VPN connections(PPTP and L2TP), PPPoE, 802.1X, VLAN 802.1Q, IPv4/IPv6. In order to properly configure the Internet, I recommend contacting your provider. After the global network is configured, Zyxel Keenetic Ulta will offer to update its firmware, agree and click " Update".

After installing the updates and rebooting the router (this will take no more than 5 minutes), you will see a window stating that the Internet Center components are updated and you can proceed to the next step, click " Further".

The first thing you will see after this is the ability to set a password for the web interface; I recommend using a complex password consisting of at least 6 characters with numbers, large and small letters, and special ones. signs (!@#$), just don’t forget it later, otherwise you will have to press the Reset button and return the router settings to factory settings and then configure everything again.

After entering the password, you must log in (enter your login and password), login - admin password-<тот который вы только что установили>. After this, you will be taken to the web interface of the router, where you will see System Monitor, it shows information about the system, the status of the router, and network interfaces.

Zyxel Keenetic Ultra firmware update.

Video review of the Zyxel firmware update.

In each new version of the router firmware, old bugs are eliminated, and sometimes features are added or improved. Therefore, I recommend updating occasionally Zyxel firmware Keenetic Ultra. This can be done quite simply; on the router’s web interface, select the “ button at the bottom of the menu” System"then tab" Components". Select necessary components(better, I think, all the ones you use) and click the " Update".

Attention!!! To update components, you must be connected to the Internet.

Setting up a Wi-Fi network on Zyxel Keenetic Ultra.

Let's move on to the settings Wi-Fi networks. To do this, select a Wi-Fi network in the menu below.

Several tabs will appear at the top:

2.4 GHz access point- Wi-Fi is configured at a frequency of 2.4 GHz

5 GHz access point- Wi-Fi can be configured at 5 GHz

Guest network- used to set up a Wi-Fi network without access to a local network, only for the Internet. Typically, a Guest network is used in an office so that non-employees of the enterprise can connect to the Internet without access to the local network.

Access list- allows you to create two lists “Black” and “White”. In the "White List" mode, network access will be limited only to devices on this list, and blocked for all others; in the "Black List" mode, network access will be blocked to all devices from the specified list.

Let's go back to Wi-Fi settings network, as you can see in the settings the values in the fields are already indicated Network name (SSID) And Network key, these are the values that were specified by the manufacturer, which can be found on the router sticker. And if you are not confused by the name of the Wi-Fi network and password, you can leave these values or you can change them to others (I recommend leaving the remaining fields at default).

One more point, since the device uses two frequency bands, each of them is configured separately, with different Wi-Fi network names (usually the 5GHz band is added to the network name -5G). Let me remind you in order to use all the advantages of the 5GHz frequency , it is necessary that the device from which you are connecting supports operation with this frequency, otherwise you will not get the network to 5 GHz.

How to find out who is connected to the Zyxel Keenetic Ultra router.

In order to see who is connected to the router, you need to go to the menu " home network ", in the devices tab you will see all devices connected to the router.

Setting up a torrent on Zyxel Keenetic Ultra.

In the router interface, go to the "tab" BitTorrent client" and put a tick - " Turn on", below indicate the directory for storing files (USB storage device). Don't forget to click " Apply" at the end.

Now you can download the torrent file on your computer/laptop; it will weigh several KB. Enter the address in the browser my.keenetik.net:8090- you will be taken to the web interface of the program for working with torrents, by clicking on the button in the form of a folder, add the downloaded torrent file.

After a few seconds, the file will begin downloading.

In order to control the operation of the torrent file, use the web interface with the address my.keenetik.net:8090. Let me remind you that the download speed is reduced by the manufacturer to 5 MB/s to ensure stable operation of the main functions of the Internet center.

Using DLNA in Zyxel Keenetic Ultra.

The router can act as a DLNA server for distributing multimedia files (movies, music, images) to the local network. In order to use the DLNA function, you need to connect a USB device with data, go to the router's web interface and go to the "menu" Applications", select tab " DLNA Server ", check the box " Turn on" and indicate the directory where the necessary multimedia files are located, press the button " Apply".

Now on a TV that supports the DLNA function you will see the contents of the specified directory.

Enabling the swap file in Zyxel Keenetic Ultra.

For more fast work device can be added virtual memory from a connected external hard drive(exactly an external hard drive, a USB flash drive will not work in these cases). To do this, go to the menu " Applications", tab " Swap file", check the box " Use swap file" select the connected external HDD and indicate the size of the paging file, the manufacturer recommends specifying 256 MB, this size will be indicated.

So, let's start the review of Zyxel Keenetic Ultra with the appearance, like the entire Zyxel Keenetic II line, the router is black, the upper part is decorated with wavy protrusions, and you can’t help but notice a large button with dual functionality:

The front panel is strewn with indicators, let's figure out what each of them means

Indicators 0-4 Connection to network connectors
Does not burn
The cable is not connected to the corresponding connector of the Internet center, or the network connection is not established.
Lights up or flashes
The network connection has been established and information is being transferred.

Indicator - Wireless network Wi-Fi
There are two of them, each corresponding to its own frequency 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz

Does not burn
The Wi-Fi network in the corresponding frequency band is turned off.
Lit
Wi-Fi network is turned on.
Flashes quickly
Data is being transmitted over the wireless network.
Flashes, rarely
A quick wireless connection setup session using WPS technology has been launched.

Indicator - USB connections.

Does not burn

The router did not detect compatible equipment connected to the “USB” connectors, or the USB device is not ready for use. Some USB devices take up to 30 seconds to get ready for use.

Lit

USB device is connected.

Flashing

Preparing to safely remove a USB drive. Unplug the drive only after the indicator stops blinking

Filling and technical characteristics of the router.

Router ZyXEL Keenetic Ultra
Wi-Fi standards	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n (2.4/5 GHz)
Chipset/controller	Mediatek/Ralink RT6856 (700 MHz) + RT5392 + RT3593; Realtek RTL8367RB
Memory	RAM 256 MB/ROM 16 MB
Antennas	3 x non-removable omnidirectional 3 dBi; 2x2:2 (2.4 GHz); 3x3:3 (5 GHz)
Safety	64/128-bit WEP/WPA/WPA2, 802.1x, 802.1Q, WPS
Wi-Fi speed	802.11n (2.4 GHz): up to 300 Mbps, 802.11n (5 GHz): up to 450 Mbps
Interfaces	5 x 10/100/1000 Mbit/s LAN/WAN, 2 x USB 2.0
Hardware buttons	Power, Wi-Fi + WPS off, factory reset, FN button
Dimensions (WxLxH)	186x120x39 mm
Weight	310 g
Nutrition	PSU AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.8 A; DC 12 V, 2 A

Setting up ZyXEL Keenetic Ultra

The first step will be setting up the Internet; the router supports various types of VPN connections (PPTP and L2TP), PPPoE, 802.1X, VLAN 802.1Q, IPv4/IPv6. In order to properly configure the Internet, I recommend contacting your provider. After the global network is configured, Zyxel Keenetic Ulta will offer to update its firmware, agree and click " Update".

Zyxel Keenetic Ultra firmware update.

Video review of the Zyxel firmware update.

In each new version of the router firmware, old bugs are eliminated, and sometimes features are added or improved. Therefore, I recommend occasionally updating the Zyxel Keenetic Ultra firmware. This can be done quite simply; on the router’s web interface, select the “ button at the bottom of the menu” System"then tab" Components". Select the necessary components (better, I think, all that you use) and click the button " Update".

Attention!!! To update components, you must be connected to the Internet.

Setting up a Wi-Fi network on Zyxel Keenetic Ultra.

Let's move on to setting up the Wi-Fi network. To do this, select a Wi-Fi network in the menu below.

Several tabs will appear at the top:

2.4 GHz access point- Wi-Fi is configured at a frequency of 2.4 GHz

5 GHz access point- Wi-Fi can be configured at 5 GHz

Let's return to setting up the Wi-Fi network, as you can see in the settings the values are already indicated in the fields Network name (SSID) And Network key, these are the values that were specified by the manufacturer, which can be found on the router sticker. And if you are not confused by the name of the Wi-Fi network and password, you can leave these values or you can change them to others (I recommend leaving the remaining fields at default).

How to find out who is connected to the Zyxel Keenetic Ultra router.

In order to see who is connected to the router, you need to go to the menu " home network", in the devices tab you will see all devices connected to the router.

Setting up a torrent on Zyxel Keenetic Ultra.

After a few seconds, the file will begin downloading.

Using DLNA in Zyxel Keenetic Ultra.

The router can act as a DLNA server for distributing multimedia files (movies, music, images) to the local network. In order to use the DLNA function, you need to connect a USB device with data, go to the router's web interface and go to the "menu" Applications", select tab " DLNA Server", check the box " Turn on" and indicate the directory where the necessary multimedia files are located, press the button " Apply".

Now on a TV that supports the DLNA function you will see the contents of the specified directory.

Enabling the swap file in Zyxel Keenetic Ultra.

For faster operation of the device, you can add virtual memory from a connected external hard drive (external hard drive, a USB flash drive will not work in these cases). To do this, go to the menu " Applications", tab " Swap file", check the box " Use swap file"Select the connected external hard drive and specify the size of the paging file, the manufacturer recommends specifying 256 MB; this size will be indicated.

Connecting the ZYXEL Keenetic Ultra II router to a computer

The next step is to connect the router ZYXEL Keenetic Ultra II to a laptop or Personal computer(PC). To do this, you need to connect the cable provided by the provider to the “INTERNET” port of the router (this is the cable that goes to the apartment, house, office, etc. from outside). Connect the cable that came with the router to one end of the router’s “HOME NETWORK” port, and connect the other end to a laptop or PC. And yes, don't forget to connect the power cable.

If you encounter network problems while connecting, go here to resolve the problem:

Authorization of the ZYXEL Keenetic Ultra II router

So, we connected the router, now you need to use any browser (be it Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, etc.) get into its web interface. To do this, open the browser and enter the router address in the address bar: my.keenetic.net or 192.168.1.1 and press the button " Enter" on keyboard.

Afterwards, the router prompts us to perform a quick setup, select the interface language - “Russian” and click Web Configurator.

After this, the router can display a window for setting a password on the web interface. Here, if you wish, you can set a password or not. If you set a password, write it down somewhere.

Also, ZYXEL routers operate in different modes, so it’s a good idea to check whether the mode is selected. Click on the shortcut in the bottom menu " System" and go to the tab " Mode". If you are setting up the Internet by entering your login and password, leave it in " Internet Center - main mode".

Setting up the ZYXEL Keenetic Ultra II router

Now you need to configure the router. First of all, let's secure the wireless network by setting a password for wi-fi. Then you will need to find out what type of connection is used to access the Internet, is it PPTP, L2TP or PPPOE. You can find out by calling your provider (this is the organization with which you entered into an agreement to provide Internet services). So, let's start setting up the router.

Setting a password for wi-fi

The ZYXEL Keenetic Ultra II router is dual-band, which means that the router supports 2 operating frequencies of wireless connections, 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz. 5 GHz allows you to achieve higher bandwidth, but has a shorter range than 2.4 GHz, 2.4 GHz is more susceptible to interference. 5 GHz is not supported by all devices. You can select both, and depending on the circumstances, change the wireless connection on the devices.
I offer video instructions for setting a password for wi-fi on a router ZYXEL Keenetic Ultra II

Let's also take a written and illustrative look at setting up a Wi-Fi password on a router ZYXEL Keenetic Ultra II in two frequencies.
1. On the Web interface, click on the shortcut " Wi-Fi network"go to network settings" 2.4 GHz access point".
2. Enable hotspot", then in the field " Network name (SSID)“Come up with and indicate a name for the wireless network; this name will be displayed in the future when you connect to the network. I advise you to indicate the frequency used in the name of the network, for example: “imya seti 2.4”.
3. "Network protection" - WPA2-PSK.
4. Network key
5. "Channel width" - "20 MHz".
6. Click " Apply".

7. Click the tab " 5 GHz access point".
8. Check to see if the checkbox next to " Enable hotspot", then in the field " Network name (SSID)“come up with and indicate the name of the wireless network. I advise you to indicate the frequency used in the name of the network, for example: “imya seti 5”.
9. "Network protection" - WPA2-PSK.
10. Now you need to set a password for the wireless network. In field " Network key"We come up with and enter a password.
11. "Channel width" - "20/40/80 MHz".
12. Click " Apply".

Setting up PPTP

PPTP on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Ultra II using the example of the ZYXEL Keenetic Omni II router.

PPTP on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Ultra II.
1. Internet".
2. Select the tab " PPPoE/VPN"press" Add connection".

3. Turn on" And "".
4. IN " DescriptionType (protocol)"choose" PPTP", "Connect via"choose" Broadband connection (ISP)".
5. Username"), password (in line " PasswordServer address
6. "Configuring IP settings" - "Automatic".
7. Apply".

Setting up PPTP with a static IP address

PPTP with static IP address on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Ultra II
1. Click on the shortcut in the bottom menu " Internet".
2. Select the tab " PPPoE/VPN"press" Add connection".

3. In the window that appears, check the checkboxes opposite " Turn on" And " Use to access the Internet".
4. IN " Description"enter any words in Latin letters, for example "Host", " Type (protocol)"choose" PPTP", "Connect via"choose" Broadband connection (ISP)".
5. Below you are asked to indicate your username (in the line " Username"), password (in line " Password"). You will also need to specify the server IP address (in the line " Server address").
6. Manual" against " Configuring IP settings".
7. Specify IP addresses and DNS.
All this data is usually specified in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you couldn’t find them, you need to call the provider’s hotline and find out how you can get them.
7. After you have entered all the necessary data, press the button " Apply".

L2TP setup

I offer video instructions for setting up the connection type L2TP on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Ultra II using the example of the ZYXEL Keenetic Omni II router.

Let's also take a written and illustrative look at the connection setup L2TP on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Ultra II.
1. Click on the shortcut in the bottom menu " Internet".
2. Select the tab " PPPoE/VPN"press" Add connection".

3. In the window that appears, check the checkboxes opposite " Turn on" And " Use to access the Internet".
4. IN " Description"enter any words in Latin letters, for example "Host", " Type (protocol)"choose" L2TP", "Connect via"choose" Broadband connection (ISP)".
5. Below you are asked to indicate your username (in the line " Username"), password (in line " Password"). You will also need to specify the server IP address (in the line " Server address"). All of the above data is provided by the provider (the organization that provided the Internet).
All this data is usually specified in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you couldn’t find them, you need to call the provider’s hotline and find out how you can get them.
6. "Configuring IP settings" - "Automatic".
7. After you have entered all the necessary data, press the button " Apply".

Setting up L2TP with a static IP address

Let's look at the connection setup L2TP with static IP address on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Ultra II. Typically a static IP address is provided legal entities, or as an additional service to the basic tariff for individuals.
1. Click on the shortcut in the bottom menu " Internet".
2. Select the tab " PPPoE/VPN"press" Add connection".

3. In the window that appears, check the checkboxes opposite " Turn on" And " Use to access the Internet".
4. IN " Description"enter any words in Latin letters, for example "Host", " Type (protocol)"choose" L2TP", "Connect via"choose" Broadband connection (ISP)".
5. Below you are asked to indicate your username (in the line " Username"), password (in line " Password"). You will also need to specify the server IP address (in the line " Server address").
6. Since the connection uses a static IP address, select " Manual" against " Configuring IP settings".
7. Specify IP addresses and DNS.
All of the above data is provided by the provider (the organization that provided the Internet).
All this data is usually specified in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you couldn’t find them, you need to call the provider’s hotline and find out how you can get them.
7. After you have entered all the necessary data, press the button " Apply".

Setting up PPPOE

I offer video instructions for setting up the connection type PPPOE on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Ultra II using the example of the ZYXEL Keenetic Omni II router.

Let's also take a written and illustrative look at the connection setup PPPOE on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Ultra II.
1. Click on the shortcut in the bottom menu " Internet".
2. Select the tab " PPPoE/VPN"press" Add connection".

3. In the window that appears, check the checkboxes opposite " Turn on" And " Use to access the Internet".
4. IN " Description"enter any words in Latin letters, for example "Host", " Type (protocol)"choose" PPPOE", "Connect via"choose" Broadband connection (ISP)".
5. Below you are asked to indicate your username (in the line " Username"), password (in line " Password"). All of the above data is provided by the provider (the organization that provided the Internet).
All this data is usually specified in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you couldn’t find them, you need to call the provider’s hotline and find out how you can get them.
6. "Configuring IP settings" - "Automatic".
7. After you have entered all the necessary data, press the button " Apply".

Setting up PPPOE with a static IP address

Let's look at the connection setup PPPOE with static IP address on the router ZYXEL Keenetic Ultra II. Typically, a static IP address is provided to legal entities, or as an additional service to the basic tariff to individuals.
1. Click on the shortcut in the bottom menu " Internet".
2. Select the tab " PPPoE/VPN"press" Add connection".

3. In the window that appears, check the checkboxes opposite " Turn on" And " Use to access the Internet".
4. IN " Description"enter any words in Latin letters, for example "Host", " Type (protocol)"choose" PPPOE", "Connect via"choose" Broadband connection (ISP)".
5. Below you are asked to indicate your username (in the line " Username"), password (in line " Password").
6. Since the connection uses a static IP address, select " Manual" against " Configuring IP settings".
7. Specify IP addresses and DNS.
All of the above data is provided by the provider (the organization that provided the Internet).
All this data is usually specified in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you couldn’t find them, you need to call the provider’s hotline and find out how you can get them.
7. After you have entered all the necessary data, press the button " Apply".

Updating firmware and components

I offer video instructions for updating the firmware on the router Keenetic Air using the Keenetic Omni II router as an example.

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The Zyxel Keenetic Internet Center model Giga II is a higher level product compared to its predecessors.

The router is designed for organizing local cable and wireless Wi-Fi networks, receiving Internet information from the provider both via cable and from mobile operators. IPTV support is provided. The Keenetic Giga 2 model is distinguished by high performance, as well as the speed of receiving and transmitting information.

The hardware of the model is designed for downloading information from file-sharing networks at speeds of up to 1 Gbit/s via Gigabit Ethernet lines. Speeds of up to 300 Mbps, according to the manual, are provided to wi-fi users.

The Zyxel Keenetic Giga 2 router has a high load capacity, is used as the main router of a wireless network, and also serves as an amplifier, adapter, repeater (repeater) to expand the coverage area of w-ifi when working together routers.

The presence of two USB ports allows you to connect various peripherals and external drives. As well as 3G/Internet operators of all types of connections.

The Internet center allows you to display individual settings for some built-in functions, such as a torrent client or media server.

Unfortunately, the model does not support the ability to change the assignment of function buttons.

Appearance

The Keenetic “Giga” 2 front panel indicators, corresponding to the description, with conventional symbols printed on them, help the user monitor the status of the router, enabled modes, and the health of communication lines with local network devices. These include the following:

“Status”: constant light indicates that the product is powered on and is functioning normally. Infrequent flashing indicates either startup or an internal fault.
“0-4”: connection to the network connectors on the rear panel of Keenetic Giga. The glow matches established connection, blinking indicates the transfer of information.
Symbol wireless wifi– constant light – informs about normal operation networks. The indicator flashes quickly while data is being transferred. Slow flashing indicates a quick setup session using WPS technology.
“Internet globe”: a constant light indicates that a connection has been established and the Keenetic Giga II has received an IP address in the provider’s network.
Symbol for connecting to USB connectors: a “light” corresponds to a connected and ready-to-use device; rapid blinking indicates preparation for safe removal of a USB drive from the connector. On the right side panel of the Keenetic Giga II there are two multi-functional USB connectors. Devices compatible with the Internet center are connected to them: 3G/4G modems of mobile Internet operators, external flash drives, HDD or SSD, printers. The rear panel of Keenetic Giga II is designed to accommodate various connectors and control buttons on its surface:
“Home network 1-4”: RJ-45 network LAN connectors for wired local network subscribers, one of which is loaded by the switch.
“Internet 0”: RJ-45 WAN connector of the Internet provider cable.
Two high-frequency RP-SMA connectors, into which removable antennas for a wireless wi-fi network are screwed.
“Power”: plug-type connector for connecting an AC power adapter with an autonomous on/off button.
FN is a multifunctional button whose properties are assigned in the Keenetic Giga II web interface. By default, it performs the function of preparing to safely remove the USB device from the connector.
"Reset": button to restore current user settings to factory defaults.
On the top cover of the Giga II Zixel case there is a wireless network control button. It is used in two modes depending on the time it is held pressed. A short press and release creates a quick router setup using WPS. Pressing and then holding for more than three seconds turns Wi-Fi on or off.

Connecting Giga and preparing for work

If the provider has stored in its database the MAC address of the computer used before installing Keenetic Giga, you need to inform the service technical support new physical address. Information about it is on the product label in the form of a 12-digit set of letters and numbers. The address is assigned by the manufacturer and is a unique identifier.

The provider's cable is connected via a dedicated Ethernet line to the RJ-45 connector of the router marked “0” on its rear panel. When connected to the Internet mobile operator A 3G/4G USB modem and one of the universal connectors are used. It is possible to connect the modem via an additional adapter cable and place it in an area with reliable radio signal reception.

To configure Keenetic Giga, we use a computer (PC), the network card connector of which is connected with a “patch cord” (from the butt to the router) with any of the RJ-45 marked “1-4”. The manufacturer recommends "1". The power adapter must be plugged into the “Power” socket, and its plug must be inserted into a home AC outlet. The Power button is pressed last. Don’t forget to screw the removable antennas into the RF connectors of the Keenetic Giga. To improve the conditions for propagation of Wi-Fi radio waves, their vertical position is preferable.

Settings

After switching on mains power We wait until the “Status” and “1” indicators are constantly lit. Then we check the settings of the PC’s network card to ensure that it receives an IP address in automatic mode(properties of the TCP/IPv4 protocol).
For the Zyxel Keenetic Giga II router, we configure it via the web interface. To access it, you need to use the information on the Keenetic Giga-2 product label. We are interested in the IP address on the Internet. We enter the found value – 192.168.1.1 – into the address bar of any browser open on the PC, and press the Enter key.

If the actions are completed correctly, the authorization page opens. After entering standard default values: username and password – admin/1234 (admin), executing the login command, you are prompted to change standard password. The decision is made by the user.

Automatic setup

On the main page of the Keenetic Giga interface, options for setting up the Internet center are provided. When connecting to the Internet via a dedicated line, you can use the services of the “Wizard” and carry out the work in interactive mode. To do this, press the “Quick setup” button.
In the window that opens, we decide whether to bind to the MAC address of the device. For Keenetic Giga II this will depend on the selected Internet provider.

After continuing, the next page opens, where the mode for obtaining an IP address is configured. Leave the default value “Automatic” or select the static IP mode, if used.
After executing the “Next” command, we get to the page for connecting Keenetic Giga to the Internet. Here you need to enter the login and password data from the contract concluded with the service provider in the appropriate fields or check the box where the latter are missing.
After executing the “Next” command, a window will open with the final summary information and the result of connecting to the Internet.
The “Wizard” has completed the automatic setup.

Connecting to the Internet manually using the example of some providers

Manual connection is provided from the start page by clicking on the “Web Configurator” stencil. First, you will receive an authorization proposal with standard values or indicating a new and confirmed user password. Click “Apply” and get to the start page of the Keenetic configurator with a horizontal row of tabs. For all providers, the user first configures a connection with " global network" To do this, in the “Internet” section, go to the “List” tab.

"Home ru"

Select the Broadband Connection item and click on it with the cursor.
Next, select the port to connect to the provider, marking it with a checkmark. In Keenetic Giga II you can choose any of five possible ones. Then we assign a name to the new connection, mark the “Enable interface” item with a marker, and leave the IP configuration mode “Without IP address.” Write down the MAC address “Default” and press the “Apply” button.

In the next step, click on the “Authorization” tab and select “Add connection”.
This provider uses the PPPoE type. We indicate it in the appropriate field, check the boxes “Engage”, “Chap authentication”. We write down the name and password issued by the provider and execute the “Apply” command.
There is a transition to a page with a list of created connections and YES marks in the last cell. On the front panel of Keenetic Giga II there is a constant glow of the indicator with the “Internet globe” symbol.

Rostelecom

In addition to the PPPoE connection, the operator provides subscribers with a dedicated static IP and a “Dynamic IP” connection, paid for under a contract. PPPoE was discussed above. A static IP address is allocated mainly to corporative clients companies at the request of organizations. In this case, information about the assigned address, provider subnet mask and default gateway is added to the settings.
In addition, uncheck the “Obtain an address via DHCP” checkbox.

“Dynamic IP” does not require information provided by the provider in the contract when setting up a connection, but the Zyxel Keenetic rule about binding to the MAC address of the router or cloning the address of the PC used on this leased line must be followed. At the last step, the “Apply” command is executed, the created connection is monitored in the interface and the indicator on the front panel of Keenetic Giga is checked.

"Beeline"

To work with an operator, in the “List” tab and then proceed to creating a Broadband Connection, we control the installation of markers in the following points:

After clicking on the “Authorization” tab, put a checkmark in the “Enable” item.” The protocol of the connection used will be L2TP. In the server address line we write tp.internet.beeline.ru. We fill in the following fields with data (login/password) from the agreement with the provider, and execute the “Apply” command.
The presence of a connection is controlled by receiving an IP address from the DHCP server. The “Globe” on the front panel of the Keenetic Giga will light up.

NetByNet

PPPoE is the connection type used by this operator. After concluding an agreement with him, choosing tariff plan setup should not cause any difficulties for the average user of Keenetic Giga II devices. You must first inform your provider of the physical MAC address you are using.

Backup connection via 3G, 4G

First we use the USB port to connect the modem directly or through an adapter extension cable. The Internet connection is created using mobile operators. To do this on home page interface, select the tab labeled USB, when opened, you will be able to view information about the connected modem, its technical specifications and software versions.

On the page in the upper right corner there is an additional tab “NetFriend Quick Setup”, when clicked, the program built into Keenetic Giga will set the necessary connection parameters for the selected model, taking into account the inserted SIM card of the mobile operator. The procedure ends by pressing the “Go online” button.

Wireless network

The setup begins by selecting the section labeled Wi-Fi in the Keenetic Giga router interface. In it, click on the “Operation Mode” tab, check the “Access Point” checkbox to organize a local network based on the router you are using.
Execute the “Apply” command. After that, go to the “Access Point” tab.

On new page We assign the network a name by which it can be identified among the others. The 802.11n format is installed by default, leave the radio channel number in the “Auto” position, check the “Connection security” item and use its maximum level (WPA2). We write down the security key (password) in the appropriate field, to create which we use 12-15 characters. For reliability, it must be written down and saved. We complete the procedure by executing the “Apply” command.

Don't forget about Keenetic Giga's support for quick setup mode using the WPS button. Pressing it quickly without holding it allows you to connect to any Wi-Fi network when using the router as a client, amplifier or repeater (repeater). A glowing indicator on the front panel with a Wi-Fi symbol indicates trouble-free operation.

Configuration in repeater (repeater), amplifier, adapter or access point mode

Support for these modes Keenetic Giga II allows the router to expand the access area to an existing wireless network. The new "grid" will have the same name as the existing one. Subscribers within its boundaries can move, automatically selecting a source whose radio signal strength is greater. In this case, the condition for reliable operation is the coincidence of the working channels of the devices of the main router and the Keenetic Giga, which works as a repeater. The name and channel number on both routers are set in their settings based on the results of an analysis of the smallest number of available networks operating nearby.

You can switch Keenetic Giga II to wi-fi range extension mode from its interface by selecting the “System” section, and in it – the “Mode” tab. In the drop-down list, mark the “Amplifier” item with an asterisk. Click on the “Apply” stencil.
After this, a window appears asking you to reboot the Keenetic Giga router. Click on the “Now” button and get an expanded range of wireless wi-fi. To install a Zyxel router, the location is selected empirically.

IPTV

The main providers deliver television traffic in an “untagged” form. This makes setting up the connection easier. It comes down to selecting a LAN port (1-4), to which a TV set-top box will be connected using a cable with RJ-45 connectors at both ends. At the same time, the program built into Keenetic Giga will switch it to the mode of directly receiving IPTV traffic from the WAN port of the provider used (transparent “bridge”).

In the main menu of the interface, select the “Internet” icon (globe). In the menu that opens, click on the “Connection” tab, where we find the Broadband Connection item and click on it.
On the new page, activate the “Use connector...” checkbox by checking the box and executing the “Enable” command. After saving the settings made with the “Apply” button, the port is used only for broadcasting the television signal transmitted to the user from the Internet provider for the operation of the set-top box.

Keenetic Giga supports the DyDNS function. It was created for Internet users searching for the resource they need through search bar, entering into it Domain name. If the provider uses a dynamic IP connection, the new assigned address will no longer correspond to the previous “remembered” name, and this will cause difficulties for regular users of the site. Dynamic DNS keeps the domain name constant whenever the IP address changes.

You can enter the settings by expanding the “Internet” section and then clicking on the DyDNS tab. After concluding an agreement on the server website, the user fills out the appropriate fields on the page that opens.

IPv6 protocol

The Internet Center supports IP version 6 only on firmware NDMS v2 and higher. It is recommended that you first go to the official website of the vendor and check for the latest versions of the router OS. How to update will be discussed below in a separate section of the article.

Security Settings

Any router that has an IP address on the Internet performs the function of protecting local network subscribers from various types of Internet attacks, being a kind of firewall. Keenetic Giga II is no exception. When setting it up, the user defines access rules for Internet users and their priority. This list contains both wired Keenetic Giga clients and mobile network members.

Certain hosts are assigned unfettered access, while others are assigned denied access. The rule creation page opens after selecting the “Security” section on the main page of the interface, and in it – the “Firewall” tab. A list of interfaces with IP addresses and an indication of actions when they are detected opens. The list can be expanded or shortened. The actions applied to each participant also change. Finally, execute the “Save” command.

Parental control

This function for the most part is the boss’s control over his employees in local networks, the departments they manage to create a work schedule for its participants. In addition, there is a filter for devices allowed to connect. This parameter is configured in Keenetic Giga in the “System” section home page interface and go to the “Schedule” tab.

The new interface is presented in a visual form graphic image with the days of the week and the permitted work schedule indicating the time (hours, minutes). As well as devices operating according to a set schedule. After executing the “Apply” command on the “Schedule” page, Keenetic Giga will display a list of devices allowed to work on the network at a certain time.

Setting up the printer

The Giga 2 model has two USB connectors; a printer is connected to them. Customization is also possible network printer using an internal DHCP server. We go into its configuration, select the section responsible for reserving IP addresses, and enter the printer address.

Setting up DLNA on the router

The Internet Center supports the media server option. To do this, you need to connect external media via a USB connector - a flash drive or an external hard drive, for example. Go to “Control Panel” network device. Go to the “Applications” section, “DLNA Server” item. Check the box next to “Enable”. Leave the “TCP port number” field blank. Select media file directory: specify the path to the USB drive.

Media server support is provided only if the corresponding component is installed. Its availability is checked in the “System” section, “Components” item.

Setting up a torrent client on the router

The router supports the torrent client function built into the Keenetic Giga software. The user does not need to wait for the download to complete. He needs an external drive with a USB interface onto which the received information will be downloaded.

Before setting up the VPN server, you need to make sure that the component is installed. To do this, go to the “System” tab, “Components” item. We check the availability of the corresponding option. If it is present, there is a “bird” opposite it, which indicates its activation.

Possible malfunctions and ways to eliminate them

Typically, Giga router malfunctions are divided into points:

operator errors in the process of setting parameters;
malfunctions in the hardware of the device;
failures in the software either during configuration or as a result of external influences.

Most faulty cases are resolved by rebooting the network device or resetting the settings to factory settings. In the first situation, simply turn off the power, wait 2-3 minutes, and then turn it on again. The second option is described in more detail below.

Sometimes the “culprit” is the service provider and the incorrect operation of its equipment. An analysis of each of the reasons is the topic of a separate article. If a malfunction occurs during the warranty period, contact the technical support of your Internet provider to explain all actions taken.

Firmware update

Every router user knows about this operation. The firmware not only eliminates emerging failures, but also adds new functions to the device, introduced by the manufacturer as a result of analysis of operating statistics. When you go to the “System” section, select the “Firmware” item. If you need to update the software, look at the current version of the Keenetic Giga II software and check it with latest version for the current date on the website zyxel.ru.

Via web interface

To update, if required, download the .bin file from the Firmware section and save it to the PC.
On the “Firmware” page, press the “Browse” button and find the path to the downloaded file.
Execute the “Update” command. Once the process is complete, the system will reboot with the new software.
The entire procedure must be carried out with the system powered from a UPS, or uninterruptible source nutrition. Check version new firmware Keenetic Giga is possible by returning to the “Firmware” item. After the procedure has been completed, the current settings of Keenetic Giga have to be carried out again.

Via mobile application

The vendor has released an application for mobile platforms supporting Android and iOS called My keenetic. Install the program on mobile device, let's launch it. Once connected to the router, an update message will appear. Click on it and wait for the process to complete.

Via USB device

Download current version firmware from the official website, copy it to a flash drive. Next, connect it to the network device.

Go to the “Router Control Panel”, go to the “Updates” section. We indicate the path to the installed flash drive and start the update process. After it finishes, the Internet center will automatically reboot.

Resetting the router to factory settings

In all devices to factory values. They are used in cases of errors in settings, incorrect operation of the device, or loss of a previously changed password for entering the product interface. For the first method (hardware), there is a “Reset” button recessed into the case on the rear panel of the Keenetic Giga II. Press and hold it for 10-15 seconds. starts the update process. When the indicators stop flashing, the interrupted setting is carried out again.

A soft reset is carried out from the “Control Panel”. In it you need to go to the “System” section, click the “Parameters” tab.
At the bottom of the page, click the “Return to factory settings” stencil. When you receive a subsequent warning about resetting the settings, click the “Yes” stencil, agreeing to this. After rebooting the router, you can continue working with Keenetic Giga.

Conclusion

When releasing a new model, the Taiwanese manufacturer Zyxel tried not to just assign a new name to the product, but expanded the lineup, but to make significant changes to the hardware and software. By using the latest components, Zyxel has achieved a significant increase in the performance of Keenetic Giga II, which especially pleased fans of downloading information from file-sharing sites.

External antennas combined with a powerful amplification module provided high-quality wireless communication anywhere in the consumer’s living space. The addition of Giga (gigabit per second) in the name is fully justified.

pros

Users include the increased performance of Keenetic Giga II as a positive feature due to increased write and read speeds over the channel of external drives connected to any USB connector. If its predecessors had 4-5 MB/s, this model’s speed is limited to 15 MB/s. This allows you to “download” HD movies in no more than half an hour, using the BitTorrent client built into the software. The Intelliqos smart consumer traffic distribution function has been implemented.

The ability to use a mobile 3G/4G modem from any operator allows you to use Keenetic Giga II not only in urban environments, but also in country houses where the cable network is not developed. DLNA support gives you the chance to view and listen to video and audio content, as well as information from a connected external USB drive.

Minuses

Keenetic Giga-2 has few negative ratings. Those who have access to the Internet only via telephone line you won't have to take advantage of the speed due to your ISP's limited speed. It can be noted that there is only one Wi-Fi band (2.4 GHz), which in urban environments requires searching for the optimal channel and its bandwidth to ensure a minimum of interference. The remaining “cons” are related to the personal preferences and habits of users (color, shape of the case, and so on).

The KEENETIC ULTRA II router was developed by ZyXEL for reliable connection of equipment in the home to TV and the Internet. The device is configured to work with provider companies that use different types connections. To access the network, just use the built-in VPN server(you don't have to be at home). The device has many advantages, and in this review we will look at them in more detail.

Users are satisfied with their choice

Management and configuration are performed through special applications. Save time by using the utility for Android or iOS. Full network management is provided by the My.Keenetic program.
IPSec VPN will help you connect networks or connect to an office network.
NDMS 2 OS and a managed switch allow you to connect to several providers at once. This solution will ensure constant Internet without unexpected breaks. The router will switch to a normally functioning channel automatically. The main thing is to enable access checking and set priorities.
IntelliQoS technology intelligently distributes speed across all devices. You will be able to watch IPTV or video online without interruptions (the system will not allow torrents and other applications to occupy the entire channel).
Dual band access point. Thanks to signal amplifiers and antennas KEENETIC ULTRA II, the user receives high quality communications at high speed.
USB ports for printers, storage devices and models. The maximum speed of devices connected via this interface is 50 Mbit/s. The presence of two such ports is interesting feature new devices from ZyXEL. This will not require any special expenses from the manufacturer inside the device (all ports are connected to the host built into the SoC), but for the user this placement is very convenient.
The VPN server allows you to access the network with mobile phone, wherever you are.
Filtering using Yandex.DNS will help protect you from visiting malicious resources.
SkyDNS. The option works through a special service; with its help, parents can monitor how younger family members behave online. Simply select the categories available for viewing and apply filtering.

Specifications:

RAM 256 Mb;
8 Ethernet ports;
Wi-Fi;
4G/3G connection;
DLNA server;
0...40 degrees Celsius;
Transmission program for working with torrents;
weight 310 grams.

The kit includes instructions, a patch cord, a power adapter (batteries with a capacity of 15–20 mAh can be recharged from 1.5–2 A) and the ZYXEL KEENETIC ULTRA II device itself.

Connection

At the first stage, it is important to correctly connect the device to the PC. To do this, connect with a patch cord network card"machines" and router. The provider cable must be connected to the WAN port of the device. After this, you can connect the router to the mains and turn on the power.

Quick setup

All settings are made in a convenient web interface. It’s not difficult to get into it: enter “192.168.1.1” in the browser, fill out the standard login/password fields (login - admin; pass - 1234).

After this, the system will invite you to the Setup Wizard. We recommend clicking on “Quick Setup” to understand the basic options.

In quick setup mode, you must enter the MAC address (if provided for in the provider agreement), and the type of IP address.

Once you have sorted out the addresses, you will be taken to the authorization parameters. Subsequent settings depend on the specific Internet provider.

If the company uses L2TP, PPTP, PPPoE connection (Dom.ru, most branches of Rostelecom, MTS, Beeline, TTK), then we recommend setting the following parameters:

in the “I don’t have a password” field, uncheck the box;
enter login/pass for ZYXEL KEENETIC ULTRA II;
press the “Next” button.

Some providers (Rostelecom Udmurtia, TTK-Ural) use a dynamic address. For them, check the box “I don’t have a password” and go to the next point.

On this quick setup completed, now you can move on to manual setting through the interface.

Don’t forget to change the authorization information in the interface (the system itself will offer to change the standard login/pass). Now you can set the parameters for work.

Internet setup

Regardless of the provider, the initial procedure looks like this:

Go to the “List” item in the “Internet” section.
Broadband connection.
Configure the WAN port. To do this, it is important to check the box next to the “Use connector” field.
Check the box "Enable interface".
Opposite “Obtain an address via DHCP”, uncheck the box.

Connection for PPPoE:

“Description” - come up with a name;
protocol type - PPPoE;
server address - default;
“Connect via” - ISP;
password/login - issued by the provider.

The connection has been created!

Connection for L2TP (Beeline):

L2TP protocol;
“Enable” - check the box;
“Description” - name the connection;
login/password (see the contract issued by the provider);
tp.internet.beeline.ru (server);
“Connect via” - ISP.

Setting up DHCP and LAN server

Enable "Home Network" in the interface. Here you will see several submenus. You can change the address of the device on the network in the “IP address” item. To enable the DHCP server, just check the box next to the “Enabled” position. Addresses from 1 to 32 are set statically, the rest will be assigned by the server in auto mode. The address pool can be changed if necessary. In addition, the user gets the opportunity to set their own DNS addresses.

Wi-Fi setup

Go to the “Operation mode” item in the “Wi-Fi” section. Then select the “Access Point” mode and fill in the fields as follows:

Recommended security WPA/WPA2 - maximum level;
network key - create your own password;
name (SSID) - enter the name for new network ZYXEL KEENETIC ULTRA II;
basic protection - do not change.

For the access point to start working, click “Apply”.

If you want to improve the wireless connection between the router and the network devices that are connected to it, we recommend doing the following:

for greater coverage, move the router to the center of the wireless network;
update the firmware;
install the device away from direct sunlight and metal barriers;
open the router cooling vents;
try to place the router away from powerful engines, refrigerators, cordless phones, fluorescent lamps.

Firmware

A review of this device would be incomplete without information about how to flash the router firmware. So, the router system will check the components for relevance at the start connection. If there are updates, a message will appear in the interface indicating that you can download them, then press the appropriate key. This way, the device will download the updates on its own. The process status will be shown in a separate window.

Flashing the router firmware takes some time; you cannot reboot the device during this period, and you should not turn off the computer. This could permanently damage your router!

If the process was successful, the router will reboot on its own and connect to the Internet.

Installing the update manually is also easy: download the archive with the firmware from the manufacturer’s resource, unpack it into a separate folder and enter the path to the folder in the interface.

Results

The KEENETIC ULTRA II router has rich functionality and a well-thought-out interface. The device has good transfer speed. Setting it up is not difficult after reading this review.

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