In this article, we will set up an excellent, inexpensive ZyXEL Keenetic Start router. You can get to know this device better, read and leave your feedback about it on, which is completely dedicated to this model. In the same place, I described my impressions of this router and indicated the main characteristics.

ZyXEL Keenetic Start is a great home router that can easily handle the Internet connection of your computers, phones, tablets and other devices. Both Wi-Fi and network cable. You can watch IPTV and organize a local network between your devices. Keenetic Start looks very nice. The device is definitely worth the money. I will not describe all its pros and cons, you can see it at the link I gave above. And if I don’t forget, then later I will do a short review of this router.

In the meantime, ZyXEL Keenetic Start stands on the sidelines and waits until I start torturing him, I will write more about the ease of setting up this router. Until recently, I thought that Tp-Link routers had the simplest and most understandable settings panel, but it turns out that I was wrong. ZyXEL really cares about users. We made a very simple and understandable control panel, all buttons and connectors on the device are also signed plain language. So, setting up ZyXEL Keenetic Start should not cause any difficulties. And according to this detailed instructions, you will set up your router in a few minutes.

As usual, we will divide the article into several sections:

• Connecting a ZyXEL Keenetic Start router and setting up the Internet (WAN)
• PPPoE setup, L2TP and Static IP
• Setting up a Wi-Fi network, setting a password

Connecting and configuring the Internet on ZyXEL Keenetic Start

I advise you to configure by connecting the router via a network cable to a computer or laptop. If it is not possible to connect via cable, then in principle you can establish a connection via Wi-Fi. First of all, we need to connect the router to the device through which we will configure it. There is one point here: if your provider binds by MAC address (you can call support and ask), then it is best to configure from the computer to which the Internet is attached.

Factory reset

If you have already tried to configure the router, or it was configured before, then I advise you to reset the settings to the factory settings. So that there are no parameters left in the settings from the old provider, etc. Resetting the settings on ZyXEL is very simple.

Take something sharp, a needle, or a paperclip. Then, press and hold the button for 10 seconds Reset on the back of the router.

All indicators should go out and turn on again. You can continue.

We take network cable, which comes with ZyXEL Keenetic Start and connect it to a computer or laptop. On the router, we connect to one of the yellow connectors that are signed "Home network", and on the computer to the network card. Like this

Plug the router into a power outlet (if not already enabled). It may be that the power is still turned off by the button on the back of the router, check. On the front panel, there are indicators by which you can monitor the operation of the router. The modes of these indicators are very well described in the instructions for the device. And in general, the instructions for the routers of this company are very good and understandable. Everything, the router can be left for now.

Login to settings

On the computer from which we will configure, open any browser. In the line where you write the site address, write the address for accessing the ZyXEL Keenetic Start settings and press Enter. It's either 192.168.1.1 , or my.keenetic.net. Which one do you like better.

Please note that the web address of the router, the standard name of the Wi-Fi network, the password for this network and the MAC address are indicated on the label on the bottom of the router.

This information will definitely come in handy.

The router settings should open. You can see detailed . The article is written just on the example of this model. This article also says how to connect to the Wi-Fi network of a new router.

The main thing we need to know to set up a router is what type of connection your ISP uses: Dynamic IP (for example, Kyivstar), Static IP, PPPoE (Rostelecom, TTK, Dom.ru), L2TP (Beeline) . Finding out is very simple: call the provider and ask, go to their website and look there, or just find it on the Internet. Also, you need to find out if the provider binds to the MAC address of the device. Very often, Dynamic IP connection technology is used, and it is very easy to configure. Above, I wrote what technology popular providers use. Also, there is a detailed article on this topic:.

If your provider uses Static IP, PPPoE, or L2TP technology, then you must have data (IP address (optional), login, password) that you will need to specify during the setup process.

After updating firmware to v2.04(AAKV.1)C6 or newer (you may already have this version), using a special wizard, you can set up a connection with the provider much easier. There you can already select a country, region (city), provider and set the necessary parameters. If you have a button in the control panel, then click it and go to step by step setup. If not, then you need to update the firmware.

Configuring a connection using Dynamic IP technology

This means that the cable from the provider is connected to the router, we went into the settings, and select the item. If there is no "quick setup" item, then you need to reset the settings. How to do this, I wrote above.

Since the router automatically connects to the Internet using the "Dynamic IP" technology, it will immediately prompt you to update the firmware if there is a new one. Click on the button "Update".

We are waiting for the router to download the firmware itself, install it and reboot. When you see a message that the component update is complete, click "Further". In the next window, the router will prompt you to enable the function "Internet filter Yandex.DNS". If you enable this feature, the router will block access to sites that Yandex considers malicious. You can disable or enable this feature at any time in the settings. Click Further.

We see a message that the router is configured and the Internet connection is established. You can click on the button Web configurator and go to the Wi-Fi network settings, etc. I will write about this in this article, below.

The internet should be up and running. You can connect your devices to the router. If you do not want to change the network name and Wi-Fi password, you can use the standard connection data that is indicated at the bottom of the router.

Connection setup: Static IP, PPPoE, L2TP (Beeline)

Everything is a little different here. In the router settings, you also need to select.

The router will think, try to connect to the Internet, but it will not work, because for these connection types, you need to set the necessary parameters. First, it will prompt you to set up a MAC address. You need to know if your ISP does the binding. If not, then leave the item "My ISP does not register MAC addresses" and click next. If the provider makes a binding, and your binding is configured for the computer from which you configure, then select "MAC address of this computer". In other cases, you need to call the provider's support and ask him to bind the MAC address of the router (which is listed at the bottom of the device, or in the same window).

In the next window, you need to enter your username and password (which should be given to you by the provider) to access the internet. If you have PPPoE or L2TP technology, then this data must be required. If you just have a Static IP, then check the box that you do not have a login and password.

The router must establish a connection with the provider. If all else fails, then go to the Web configurator, on the tab "Internet", then select PPPoE/VPN, then press the button "Add connection" and fill in all required fields. We select the desired type of connection, set the login, password and other parameters that your provider must provide. For example, Beeline Internet setup:

You can modify created connections, delete and create new ones.

Setting up a Wi-Fi network and setting a password on Keenetic Start

If the Internet through the router is already working, then it remains only to configure the wireless network. You can not do this. Your wifi network will have a standard name, and to connect to it, you can use the password, which, along with the name, is indicated on the underside of the router. But, you can change the network name and password. It is not difficult to do this. Also, you can set up IPTV (if your provider provides such a service), configure LAN, or . All these settings are not required. To use the Internet, it is enough to configure ZyXEL Keenetic Start to work with the provider, which we did above in the article.

You can set up a Wi-Fi network on the tab "wifi network". I recommend only setting a new network name and password. The password must be at least 8 characters long. Think of a password and be sure to write it down. If you forgot your network password and want to remember it, or want to change it, you can do it in detail. The rest of the settings can not be changed, leave as I have in the screenshot below. Don't forget to click the button "Apply" to save the settings.

If in the same window you go to the tab "Guest network", then you can launch another wireless network for your guests, or for clients in the office. main feature in that everyone who connects to the guest network will not have access to local network.

And yet, in the settings you can. I think you'll need it.

Afterword

Setting up any ZyXEL router should not cause any problems. The control panel is not complicated. True, WAN setup (connections to provider) they did something interesting. But, after updating the firmware, the NetFriend quick setup wizard appeared, with the help of which it is very easy to configure the router to work with the provider.

If you have any questions about setting up ZyXEL Keenetic Start, then you can leave them in the comments to this article. Good luck!

Zyxel Keenetic Start is a great home router. The model is positioned as a "younger brother" of more powerful previous brand routers, but contains a maximum of functions for normal use. Unlike other devices, the router has a pleasant low price, which in no way affected the excellent quality inherent in all models of this brand.

The router has a low price, but is not inferior in quality to expensive models

Let's take a closer look at the feature overview Zyxel router Keenetic Start, we will find out how it is configured and flashed.

Externally, the router is not much different from standard routers - unobtrusive design, black body and external antenna. Its maximum speed is about 150 Mbps, which is quite enough for one user and a group that can be created within the local network. It provides IPTV functions, the creation of another access point for guest use.

For protection, there are all relevant protocols and a firewall that will allow you to secure your connection. In addition, the router is as simple as possible to set up, so you can install it yourself to use the Internet.

Hardware setup

To install and configure, connect Zyxel Keenetic Start to your computer, then do the following:

• Log in to your router settings: address bar browser, enter the value 192.168.1.1, after which an explorer for configuration will immediately appear in front of you.
• Select a quick setting.

• You will see a MAC address selection window. If the provider does not register it, then specify this option. If your service provider registers addresses that the Internet has already been used on this PC before, then select the next appropriate option. In the event that both options are not suitable, you need to call the support service and tell the provider to register the address of the kinetic start equipment - you will see it on the bottom of the case.
• Next, specify the type of connection over IP - mainly the Internet comes with automatic detection addresses.

• In the next menu, you specify the login and password to connect to the Zyxel Keenetic Start network. There are several options here - if the provider uses Dynamic IP technology, then you mark the line "I do not have a password to access the Internet." If access is carried out using the PPPoE or L2TP, PPTP protocols, then the data from the service provider agreement should be specified.
• After all the steps, an Internet connection must occur - basic setup completed.

When you have finished the quick setup, use the "Web configurator" button to go to the menu of the remaining parameters of the router.

If the Internet does not work after the quick setup, then enter the connection data again, to do this, follow these recommendations:

• Go to the PPPoE/VPN section.
• Enter connection data - turn on the network and activate the line "Use to access the Internet", enter your login and password, select the type of connection and other parameters.

The first time you enter the advanced settings, a window appears to change the login and key to enter the configuration interface - this is for security purposes so that no one can hack into the network, so come up with your username and password.

Connecting to Wi-Fi

When a connection is established on a Zyxel router, Keenetic Start is immediately activated Wi-Fi distribution, but many are wondering: "If we did not enter a network name or password, how to establish a connection from the rest of the equipment to the Internet via Wi-Fi?"

The answer is that the network receives a name and password automatically when the equipment is installed, and to find out this data, look at the back of the router.

It is noteworthy that each router of this brand is assigned its own combination, which is more secure than in the case when at first there is no password and login for Wi-Fi, and the network is open to all users.

If you want to change the default network name and password, then follow these instructions:

• Go to the router settings and select the Wi-Fi network section.
• Open the Access Points tab and set a new network name, key combination, select the WPA2-PSK encryption type (it is the most reliable for protection against hacking).

Note. When changing the SSID in Zyxel Keenetic Start, there is a "Hide network" function at the bottom, with which you can make the access point invisible. In this case, other users will need to manually add the network, enter its name and password in order to get an Internet connection, which will further protect you from interference by third-party equipment.

Firmware installation

From time to time, errors and malfunctions appear in the operation of the Wi-Fi router, which is why you need to reinstall software. But even if the router works without failures, it is worth updating the firmware from time to time, because the manufacturer is constantly improving the firmware for its correct operation.

You can update the firmware through the options menu, but if you want to manually install new software, then follow these steps:

• Download the installation file from the Internet (make sure it was developed specifically for the Zyxel Keenetic Start model). After downloading, unzip the archive.
• Go to the options menu, section System, open Files.
• Find the Firmware file in the list, click on this line - a window will appear in front of you to select a new firmware.
• Specify the path to the file, click on "Replace", after which the firmware for the router will be updated.
• After completion, the equipment will reboot within a few seconds, due to which the menu will be inaccessible for about a minute.

You will see information about installing a new firmware version by viewing the first window of the configuration menu, which indicates the current state of the router.

Following the instructions above, you will be able to connect Zyxel Keenetic Start to the Internet, set up a Wi-Fi connection and flash the router. This equipment will allow you to enjoy a high-speed connection with a high-quality and powerful signal.

Through the web interface, you can select the mode of operation of the router as a receiver (wi-fi adapter). Not all routers have this feature.

Minuses

When working as wifi adapter on native firmware v2.06(ABCM.2)A9 the device was constantly skipping packets. Upgrading to v2.07(ABCM.5)C3 fixed the issue.

Review

It so happened that the store did not have the necessary wi-fi adapter. Although it was written on the mvideo website that it was in stock (2 sticks out of 5). As it turned out, they do not update the database very often. Of everything that was in the store, this router interested me. True, its price is slightly higher than that of a conventional wi-fi adapter. ___The site http://www.speedtest.net/ru/ showed a download speed of 14 Mbps, and a transmission speed of 25.95 Mbps. ___ We enter the apartment. Above (above the head) is the router that the provider installed. We pass 5.5 meters forward along the corridor. To the left is a brick wall. Then we turn left into the room, we pass another 6 meters (another brick wall on the left) and 3 meters to the right. Here, in the corner, this router is standing (in receiver mode). ___ Feels much faster than the previous conventional wi-fi adapter (unfortunately, I did not measure the Internet speed for it). The latter periodically disconnected, and then stopped turning on altogether ... ___Some simple tips for not very knowledgeable people (like I was, for example) - when you connect a zyxel router (which is in receiver mode) to the main router, the latter does not have to be connected to the PC via a network cable. - after connecting to the main router, the zyxel router will no longer be available at http://my.keenetic.net or 192.168.1.1. In my case, it was assigned a different ip address 192.168.1.6 . - some interesting information is here help.keenetic.net .

In order to get into the web interface of the router, you need to open your Internet browser and type 192.168.1.1, User Name in the address bar admin (Username), Password (password) - 1234 (provided that the router has factory settings and its IP has not changed).

Change factory password

For security reasons, it is recommended to change the factory password. Default: Login admin, password 1234. In the interface of the router, go to the tab " System", Further password. In field "New Password" enter New Password. It must be repeated in the next field. Next, save the settings by pressing the button " Apply».

Setting up Wi-Fi on the router

Select a section at the bottom of the page WiFi.

1. In the window that appears in the field Network name (SSID) enter the name of your network (any)
2. In field Network protection select WPA2-PSK
3. In field Network key enter your password to access the network (any)
4. In field Channel: select Auto
5. Apply.

Internet connection setup

NAT when automatically obtaining an IP address (DHCP)

Choose a section Internet, then point IPoE and click the Add interface button:

• use connector- a check mark on the one into which our Internet cable is plugged, in this case the last port
• Transmit VLAN ID tags- tick the box
• Enable Interface- so put a tick
• Description- e.g. internet
• IP Address and Subnet Mask- leave empty
• Get address via DHCP- put a tick
• This is a direct connection to the Internet- and here we put a tick

Setting up PPTP (VPN) when automatically obtaining a local IP address

Select the tab at the top of the page Authorization.

1. In field Type (protocol used) select PPTP
2. In field Connect via select Broadband connection (ISP)
3. In field Server address enter Server name or address(check with provider)
4. In field Username enter your login from the contract
5. In field Password enter your password from the agreement
6. In field Authentication method select Auto
7. - may not be filled
8. After filling in all the fields, click the button Apply.

Setting up a PPPoE connection (Rostelecom, Dom.ru)

InternetAuthorization»

1. Type (protocol):PPPoE
2. Username : Your contract login
3. Password: Your contract password
4. Setting IP parameters: Automatic
5. Service Name, Hub Name, Description- may not be filled
6. In field Authentication method select Auto
7. Save settings with the button "Apply".

Setting up an L2TP connection (Beeline)

In the router interface, select the tab on the left " Internet”, in the list that opens, select “ Authorization»

1. Internet Access Protocol: L2TP
2. Description: connection name
3. Server address: name or address of the server (specified in the contract)
4. Username : Your contract login
5. Password: Your contract password
6. Authentication method: Auto
7. Save settings with the button "Apply".

Buying expensive equipment is not always advisable. If you are choosing a router for your home or office, it is better to pay attention to budget copies, for example, from the company Zyxel Models Keenetic Start. It was designed to be a reliable dispenser LAN networks and Wi-Fi for multiple users. Consider the router, its main characteristics and capabilities in more detail.

The Start Keenetic router works from a regular 220 V network, it is completely autonomous, easy to configure and does not require maintenance.

The model has all the necessary functionality to connect to the Internet. But its main difference from more expensive models is reliability.

Keenetic is designed to provide a seamless experience for all electronic devices houses with a "global network". The functionality allows you to configure several types of connection - Link DUO - to the provider:

• Directly to the Internet.
• Through the local resources of providers, the so-called district network.

Network types

Also, the Start Keenetic router creates two types of networks: home and guest. The following devices are connected to the home:

1. Receiver for IPTV.
2. Computers in the amount of four units via LAN (wired).
3. Smartphones, laptops and IP cameras via wireless connection. The quantity is set by the user.

The guest network is configured to wirelessly connect to the Start Keenetic router, bypassing home network thus guaranteeing the safety of personal data.

The first model of the Start Keenetic router, unfortunately, does not have the ability to connect several providers and add a backup 3/4G channel. Also no connectivity external drive and, as a result, installing a torrent client. Missing DLNA server to manage media files from your phone.

Connection types

The main purpose of Start Keenetic is to provide access to the Internet via a line allocated by the provider. The model works with various types connections:

• VPN (PPTP and L2TP).
• VLAN 802.1Q.
• PPPoE.
• IPv4/IPv6.
• 802.1X.

The MIPS processor provides the ability to work with file hosting services from several devices at once at speeds up to 80 Mb / s in total.

Wireless Wi-Fi connection works on the latest on this moment 802.11n protocol, which provides data transfer at speeds up to 150 Mb / s. For the convenience of authorization, interaction with WPS standard devices is built-in.

Thus, connecting a new device takes a few seconds.

Additional functionality

AT general package Keenetic features built in free service"Yandex.DNS", protecting a PC or smartphone from malicious sites and resources for adults. The built-in Internet filter also blocks the download of infected files and warns you about untrusted pages.

To work with devices over a local network, a managed switch is built into the router. It connects computers, receivers and other devices at speeds of 10/100 Mbps. To simplify the user experience, Start Keenetic is also equipped with DHCP server, which automatically gives each new device an IP address.

If there are children in the house, the function will come in handy. parental control provided by the SkyDNS service. With the help of this service, the categories of sites available to the child are independently selected, and filters are created to limit it.

With Start Keenetic and DynDNS and NO-IP clients, it is possible to get remote access to your router. And also create file and web servers, share them with friends. In addition, use the server to monitor the house online by installing a network camera.

In general, these are all the characteristics, the description of which will help you understand the Keenetic model.

Appearance

Start looks like a rectangular box made of glossy plastic with a ribbed pattern around the body. The front is equipped with indicators showing:

• Internet connection.
• Number of devices connected via LAN.
• Availability of food.
• Wi-Fi status (on/off).
• Successfully or not, the Start Keenetic router was authorized by the provider.

In the right upper corner there is a button WiFi control. There are five RJ-45 Lan-cable connectors on the back. Four are for connecting network devices, the fifth one is for . And also on the back there is a connector for connecting the power supply, a Reset button to reset the settings and a power button. The standard kit comes with one antenna for amplifying the wireless signal.

Connection and preparation for work

Before starting the Start Keenetic router for the first time, it is necessary to assemble it. If you plan to connect a PC via a LAN cable, you will need a wire crimped on both sides with connectors. One end is connected to network board on a computer or laptop, the second - directly to the Start Keenetic router. After that, you need to connect a cable with the Internet from the provider to the port for the external WAN connection.

At the last stage, the power supply is connected. First, a wire from the unit is connected to the connector designated as “5V 2A”, and only after that the unit itself is built into the 220V network.

For the Zyxel Keenetic start router, the setup takes place when access to the Internet is provided. It is performed through a browser, and at the first start, this procedure is performed via wired and wireless connections. If the network is encrypted, the default password used is indicated on the router itself or in its documentation. Configurations are configured manually or through the "Setup Wizard".

Settings

As already mentioned, to set up Kinetic Start, you need to go through the browser on any device connected to the router. You don't need to have internet access for this. Having opened any browser, in the line for entering the address you will need to drive in the IP of the modem. It is indicated on the box with the device. But if there is no such data, the standard address for Zyxel Keenetic Start 2 and the first model is 192.168.1.1. If the connection fails, you need to change the line to 192.168.0.1.

When connecting several devices to a computer, a completely different address is assigned to the Start Keenetic router. To find out the exact IP on Windows 7 and older, go to the "Manage networks and public access”, and then the menu “Change adapter settings”. All devices, both local and virtual, connected to the network card. All of them are signed, so the modem can be found immediately.

Then you need to double-click on the Start Keenetic connection icon and then click on the "Details" button. Find the line "Default IP Gateway". Enter the details of this particular line in the browser.

If everything is done correctly, a window will open where it is proposed to quickly configure the system in two modes: manual and automatic. Let's take a closer look at each of them.

Automatic setting

To start the installation of Start Keenetic automatically, click the button " Quick Setup". A window will appear where offline will be tested connection, a menu with fields for authorization will open. Here you need to enter the login and password received from the service provider company. If the provider uses a PPPoE connection, you need to tick the box in the "Provider provided ..." box and select the server. After all authorization data is entered, click the "Next" button.

The Start Keenetic modem will automatically check for updates on its server. If there are any, you must click "Update". Then the components will be installed. During installation, you can not turn off the PC and the router itself, you must wait until the procedure is completed. After the update is completed, the device will reboot automatically, all configurations will be saved.

After the update, a window will appear with a message containing a suggestion to enable the function safe internet provided by Yandex.DNS. The service is useful, but not required. If the Internet is weak, it is better to turn it off by unchecking the corresponding box. Now click the "Next" button and enjoy browsing the Internet.

Connecting to the Internet manually using some providers as an example

Connecting Start Keenetic manually depends on the type of connection used by the ISP.

Dom.ru and Rostelecom

First, let's figure out how to establish a connection with a provider using the PPPoE protocol used by most providers. The first step is to go to the Start settings if this is the first launch of the router. Then, when choosing the type of setup, choose not quick, but "Web configurator". If this is not the first launch, you need to go to the "Internet" section located in the bottom panel and then go to the PPPoE / VPN tab. Then click on the "Add new connection" button.

The "Connection settings" submenu will open, in the first two fields you need to check the boxes. The tags will be responsible for the fact that Keenetic uses this particular protocol to access the Internet. In the "Description" line, you must enter the future name of the connection, while using any name. Protocol type: PPPoE. Next in the drop-down list "Connect via ..." you must select Broadband connection.

The following: "Username" and "Password" are provided by the provider in the contract. The specified data must be entered in these two fields. The rest should be left as default. The last item click the "Apply" button. To check if the connection is working, go to the Start “Connections” section of the router. Against new line with the description you came up with, a label with a green checkmark should appear.

"Beeline"

To create a connection to the Beeline provider, you will need to go back to Keenetic settings, the "Internet" section and select an L2TP connection. This type manual setting suitable for both Zyxel Keenetic Start ii and the first version. In the first paragraph, check the box next to "Enable interface". Next, come up with a name for the future connection. The name will appear in the connection bar. The line "Connect via ..." requires the choice of Broadband connection.

For the main section: "Use to access ..." is checked. In the line "Server address" enter tp.internet.beeline.ru. The login and password fields are filled in with data provided by the Beeline operator. In the very last section TCP-MSS is also checked.

That's it, now Start Keenetic is connected to an Internet service provider.

NetByNet

The NetByNet operator uses several connection types, including PPPoE or l2tp. But most often it is DHCP and binding by MAC address, as well as through static IP address. The Keenetic modem is connected in any way. The first two types of connection were described for the Beeline and Rostelecom operators, so we will analyze the latest methods in detail.

To connect via IP, in the "Internet" section, select IPoE from the list of available protocols.

First of all, you need to select the connector through which the Start Keenetic connection to the Internet will be provided. Therefore, two checkboxes are required under the rightmost WAN connector. Opposite the "Enable interface" line, check the box, and in the "Description" section add any connection name, relying on your own choice.

The next VLAN ID field remains the default. The number 8 must be entered here. To obtain an IP address and subnet mask, you can contact your provider, but the data must be specified in the contract. Next, opposite DHCP, uncheck the box and put it in the very last section: "This is a direct connection ...".

It remains only to configure the DNS servers for the Start router. To do this, go to the appropriate section, located in the same place as IPoE. Servers are issued by the provider, but if they are not available, third-party resources are used. For example, the value 212.1.224.6 is entered in both lines, the configuration is saved.

To organize Keenetic connection through the MAC address, you need to contact NetByNet technical support. The MAC is located on the bottom of the router. Employees themselves will bind the Keenetic router. After that, the user will need to make a connection like the previous IPoE. At the same time, leave the IP address and subnet mask fields empty, and check the boxes in all other sections.

To set up Wi-Fi, you need to go to the Keenetic configurations. Then, in the lower menu, find the icon of the corresponding wireless network. The Access Point submenu will open. To turn it on or off, check / uncheck the box next to the "Enable access point" line.

Now directly about the Wi-Fi settings on Keenetic. The second field is the SSID network name, the factory name Keenetic-**** is used by default. It is easy to change it to any other, if necessary. Also at the bottom there is a setting that allows you to hide your personal network from strangers - the "Hide SSID" submenu. In this case, only authorized devices will be able to connect to Wi-Fi.

If you want to connect a laptop or smartphone to hidden Wi-Fi, you will have to enter your username and password in the “Wireless Network Connections” menu on the Start device. In this case, the gadget will start searching for a network, find it and log in. But only with the correct login, otherwise the connection will not occur.

The next field after the SSID is Network Security. Here you need to select the security protocol. The WPA2 protocol is the most reliable at the moment, but a new one will soon be introduced - WPA3, which provides a number of additional protections for Wi-Fi enabled devices.

If you are not using a password and the network is public, an empty encryption field is selected. After selecting the protocol, you will need to enter a password in the bottom line, one of 8 characters is enough. The code consists of any characters of the selected case (uppercase, uppercase) and special characters with numbers.

These were the basic security settings on Keenetic. Now you need to specify the region. The default is Russian Federation, which is the correct setting. After the standard of the latest version comes, 802.11bgn is automatically installed. Thanks to him, the router offline selects for the connected device top speed data transfer, from 10 to 150 Mbps.

The choice of channel affects the data transfer rate, as well as the correct operation. How more devices is on the same channel, the greater the delay in sending data. The number of "broken" packets when sent will increase, which reduces the transmission speed. The main problem is that the channels are used by all routers that are in the same range. Therefore, it is quite difficult to find an empty one. As a rule, channels from 3-8 are least used. To determine the purity of the channel, applications on the smartphone are used.

The next field - "Signal Strength" - is responsible for the area over which the wireless network will be distributed. The parameter is self-adjusting for specific user needs. You need to know that concrete walls and the presence of wiring greatly reduce the range. To improve the signal, the antenna should be in a vertical position, and the router itself should be at a height of 1-1.5 meters from the floor level.

WPS

The last section is the WPS function. It is used for simplified connection to Keenetic devices that have a similar capability. WPS is activated both in setup mode and by pressing the button turning on Wi-Fi on the router itself. The main thing to remember is that on the Start model, a quick press of the button is responsible for turning WPS on / off. But if you press the key for a few seconds, the network settings will be reset, and everything will have to be done again. To connect any device wirelessly using WPS with a Keenetic router, you must enable this feature on both gadgets. After that, during verification, a button will appear on the smartphone or laptop normal connection and connections using WPS. Pressing the latter will authorize the network without entering a password.

Setting up as a repeater (repeater), amplifier, adapter or access point

The Start router can be configured in any of the above modes. To do this, in the configurations, go to the settings tab and the "Modes" section:

After selecting the mode, you will need to restart the modem. If Keenetic will be used as an amplifier, Internet access is not needed on it. The main thing is that the first router whose signal needs to be strengthened has such access, and both of them work in Wi-Fi mode. The Start router will automatically “catch” the signal and amplify it.

IPTV

To connect the set-top box, the latest firmware version must be installed on the Keenetic router. How this is done will be discussed later in the article. After updating the firmware, connect the receiver to one of the four LAN ports. But not to the WAN port used to access the Internet. Then go to the Start modem configurations, the WAN section and in the "Select ports" line indicate the connector to which the receiver is connected. It is also necessary to drive in the IP and password data issued by the provider.

IPv6 protocol

To set up a connection over an IPv6 tunnel, you need to go to the Start setting and select the required connection protocol in the Internet tab. Then click the "Add connection" button. A window with settings will open, in the first two lines you need to check the boxes. The "Description" section must be filled in, here you need to enter the invented name of the future network.

The IPv6 protocol in the Keenetic router works by creating a tunnel between IPv4 and new version. Therefore, to create it, you will need data provided by the provider. If there are any, they fill in the "Server Address" and "IPv6 Address" columns. In the line "IPv6 prefix" you need to enter the previous line without the "mask", that is, without the characters "/64" and click "Apply". Everything, now Start works on a new protocol.

Dynamic DNS

The connection of this function in the Keenetic model is carried out through external services. If you already have a ready-made subdomain registered on one of the third-party resources, you need to go to the DyDNS tab. In the "Used service" section, select "Other". The URL that was issued earlier and copied on a third-party site is inserted into the "Server Address". Then enter the correct Domain name. The "Name" and "Password" fields must be left blank. In the last line “Using DDNS”, check the box and click “Update”.

Security settings (antivirus, firewall)

To go to the security settings on the Start router, you need to go to the “Security -> Firewall". Here, rules are set that restrict access to certain sites.

Going to the configurations, you must click the "Add rule" button, after which the necessary window will open. Here you can choose whether the rule will prohibit something or, conversely, allow it. Also, Ziksel Kinetic Start chooses in which order the filter will be applied: for the home network or external addresses. To set filtering for visited resources, you need to create rules for the TCP, UDP and ICMP protocols and leave the "Ports" line in the "Any" position.

Parental control

For installation on Keenetic modems scheduling function is provided. It is located in "Settings", section "System -> Schedule".

Clicking on the button adds a new schedule. The menu has a convenient system for regulating the broadcast. It is possible to limit several networks:

• Internet entirely.
• WiFi.
• Guest WiFi.

The menu has a choice of which specific device With limited access. After all configurations are set, click the "Apply" button, the filter will start working.

Printer setup

Unfortunately, due to the lack of a USB connector on the Start model, there is no direct connection of the printer to the Keenetic.

Setting up a VPN server

To connect a VPN server on Keenetic, go to the network settings and select the PPPoE/VPN protocol. Fill in the column "Description", for example, enter VPN. Protocol type - L2TP. In the "Connect via ..." submenu, you must leave the setting defined by the Start Keenetic router. In the next two fields - "Login" / "Password" - enter the data provided by the provider. Column "Server Address" designate the server provided by the Internet provider. Save configuration.

Possible malfunctions and ways to eliminate them

Most of the problems that appear when working with the Internet are solved by resetting the settings to the factory settings. If there is no connection or it works slowly, it is worth checking if someone else has connected.

You also need to carefully monitor that the Start router does not overheat and is regularly cleaned of dust.

Start Keenetic firmware update

Software update is required for correct operation home device. Later versions firmware is not only stable, but also has advanced functionality. Installation on Start Keenetic is done in several ways. Let's analyze each of the options.

Via web interface

To update the firmware on Keenetic from a computer, you need to download from the official website latest version Router software. In the Start settings, go to the "System -> Configuration" sections. The page shows a list of files. Click on the one that is highlighted in blue and with a gear on the label. You will be prompted to select new file. This is where the previously downloaded firmware for the Keenetic model comes in handy. During the installation of updated software, in no case should you turn off the device or restart it. You need to wait until everything goes automatically.

Via mobile app

To update the firmware of the device through a phone or tablet, you need to do the same operations as when installing from a computer.

Resetting the Start Keenetic router to factory settings

To reset the settings on the Start modem from Ziksel, a special key is provided, located on the back of the device, near wifi antennas. To reset, hold it down for 10 seconds. To do this, it is best to use a needle or an awl with a thin forearm.

Conclusion

Router Start Keenetic – good decision if you need a reliable and inexpensive modem for your home or small office. The router is equipped with a convenient web configurator and many useful features.

Pros of Start Keenetic

Among the advantages of the router are the following:

• Choice of protocols.
• The presence of a network filter.
• Built-in DNS.Yandex system for filtering sites and downloaded files.
• SkyDNS to restrict access to non-child content.

Minuses

Among the shortcomings are highlighted:

• The lack of a USB port, which distinguishes these routers from fellow Start Keenetic 4G and Light.
• The lack of USB sharply limits the functionality: there is no torrent client, the ability to connect a printer.