In this article, the UPVEL UR-315BN setting will be described in stages. This is an entry-level router that focuses mainly on home use. It combines optimal parameters and affordable price. It is about this network node that will be discussed later.
About company. The purpose of the router
UPVEL was founded by the standards of the computer industry relatively recently - in 2010. Its headquarters is in Los Angeles. She specializes in manufacturing network equipment. Moreover, both professional and amateur. The UPVEL router considered within the framework of this material belongs to the last group of devices. He has all the necessary characteristics for this, and he is perfect for implementing a small computer network.
Appearance. Delivery list
On the top cover of the device is the manufacturer’s logo. There are also openings around the entire perimeter for cooling the electronic "filling" of the router during operation. Information LEDs are displayed on the front panel of the router, among which are indicators of the operation of wired ports (they are labeled from 1 to 4), the presence of a connection to the World Wide Web ( WAN), the functioning of the wireless segment of a computer network ( WLAN), the health of the device ( STATUS), and availability of power ( POWER). On the back is the power button on the UPVEL UR-315BN. Reset to factory settings and the activation of WPS (Quick Connect) technology is implemented using the same RST / WPS button . If you press it briefly, then WPS is activated , and if for 10 seconds, the device will automatically reset. There is also a circular DC power socket . This list is complemented by 4 wired ports on the inside of the network and one port for receiving the input signal. There is also an antenna on the back of the router. In addition to the router itself, the delivery list also includes a disk with software, a coupon with a guarantee, a brief application guide, twisted pair cable for setting 1.5 m long and a power supply.
Main characteristics
Wi-Fi router UPVEL UR-315BN It boasts the following technical parameters:
4 wire RJ-45 connectors with the ability to transfer data at speeds up to 100 Mbit / s.
1 similar input port. The speed in this case is identical.
1 fixed antenna with a gain of 2 dB. In theory, this is enough to create a coating with a radius of about 10 m. If there are obstacles (walls, ceilings, for example), then the last value will decrease. The maximum transmission speed is 150 Mbps.
Information is transmitted wirelessly using the standard 802.11 ( Wi-Fi). Supported in this case are its versions b, g and even n.
Power consumption during operation does not exceed 3.2 watts.
Connection
Setting up any UPVEL router , not only this model, starts with switching. It consists of connecting the power supply and supplying a twisted pair cable from the provider. The first one connects to the round socket on the back of the router, and the second connects to the WAN port . If you plan to use RJ -45 ports for connection , then this part of switching is also performed in full. The only important condition is the presence of a temporary connection to any of the ports on the network device of the personal computer. It is needed only at the setup stage. After its completion, it can be disassembled.
Shell customization
The first setup step in this case is setting the connection parameters on a personal computer. To do this, go to "Network Connections" and indicate that the address and DNS are set automatically. Next, you need to run the configuration utility from the CD, and in it we already select the item “Launch the wizard”. In the welcome window that opens after this, select the item “Configure router”.
The next step is to connect the router. Since this operation was performed previously, you just need to check its correctness. After that, click on the "Next" button. Then a selection window appears, in which we click on the button “Configure Internet”. Then a window appears with a drop-down list that lists the complete list of cable providers. In it we find our Internet service provider. At the next stage, it is necessary to open a contract for the provision of services for connecting to the Global Web, enter all the necessary information in all fields and wait until the network node is configured. After the inscription “Setup is complete” appears, click “Next”. In the newly opened selection window, select " Wi-Fi settings". Next, set the network name, encryption type and password from Wi-Fi . Then you need to wait until the end of the setup. When finished, click on and close the router configuration utility.
Testing
The next important step in such an operation as tuning UPVEL UR-315BN is to check the operability of the network node. First, the wireless part of the computer network is tested. To do this, turn on Wi-Fi on any mobile device and search for all available connections. At the end of this operation, select the name that was set by the step earlier. At the same time, you must enter the password for Wi-Fi. Then we launch any browser and visit any information portal. Next, we perform a similar procedure on devices that receive information using a wired connection, and open any site from the Global Web.
Cost
On it testing and tuning UPVEL UR-315BN finished, and you can begin to actively exploit it. The advantages of the device include its cost. It can be purchased for 900-950 rubles. This is a truly economical and very affordable solution that focuses mainly on home use.
Reviews about the router. Advantages and disadvantages
Acceptable functionality and low cost are the main advantages of UPVEL UR-315BN. Firmware it also works quite stably, and there are no problems with it. Another important advantage of this device is the availability of IPTV support . Now about the shortcomings. These include the following:
The antenna in this case is non-removable, and it is impossible to replace it, but this is a typical constructive solution for budget devices.
There is no support for 802.11 standard AC version. But it has not yet received wide distribution, and it can only be found in premium solutions.
No USB port . But again, it does not yet appear in budget routers.
As a result, it can be noted that there are no significant shortcomings in this solution today.
Summary
Within the framework of this material, not only the UPVEL UR-315BN setup was described , but also its detailed technical parameters and recommendations for use were given. Such a router, as noted earlier, is best used at home for the implementation of small computer networks. He has everything he needs for such use, as well as an affordable price.