PSDN-AX30 HUAWEI WiFi AX3S Product

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Date 2023-09-05

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Contents

Contents

1 Overview ................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................................. 1
1.2 Button/Ports ................................................................................................................................................. 2
1.3 Indicator ....................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.4 Network Architecture.................................................................................................................................... 3

2 Functions and Features ............................................................................................................ 5

2.1 Automatically identifying Internet access mode .......................................................................................... 5
2.2 Multi-router network distribution .................................................................................................................. 5
2.3 Connecting to your old router (through wired bridge or wireless repeater mode) to form a network .......... 5
2.4 Ensuring privacy with multiple security mechanisms .................................................................................. 6
2.5 Power-saving features ................................................................................................................................. 6
2.6 Parental control............................................................................................................................................ 6
2.7 Router management .................................................................................................................................... 6
2.8 Supporting VPN passthrough ...................................................................................................................... 6
2.9 WPS ............................................................................................................................................................. 6
2.10 Other supported features ........................................................................................................................... 7

3 Technical Specifications .......................................................................................................... 8

3.1 Product Specifications ................................................................................................................................. 8
3.1.1 RAM and Flash Memory ........................................................................................................................... 8
3.1.2 Wi-Fi ......................................................................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Ports ............................................................................................................................................................ 9
3.3 Power Supply Specification ......................................................................................................................... 9
3.4 Physical Specifications ................................................................................................................................ 9
3.5 Accessories ................................................................................................................................................. 9
3.6 Name Mapping ............................................................................................................................................ 9

4 Abbreviations ......................................................................................................................... 10

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1 Overview

1.1 Introduction

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1.2 Button/Ports

No. Button/Port Description

1 Power port Connect the power adapter to this port.

2 RESET hole When the router is powered on, you can use a pointed object to press and hold the RESET
hole for more than two seconds until the indicator turns off. The router should now be
restored to factory settings.

3 WAN/LAN Connect to the Internet (such as a broadband modem or an optical modem) and network
auto-adaptation port devices such as a computer or TV box.

Supports WAN/LAN auto-adaptation. Connect the drop network cable to any one of the ports
to access the Internet.

4 WPS button The indicator will flash when the router discovers a device that supports HarmonyOS Mesh+.
You can press the WPS button to connect the device to the router's Wi-Fi.
By pressing the WPS button, you can also enable WPS to connect a WPS device to the
router.
NOTE
Devices that support HarmonyOS Mesh+ include: HUAWEI routers, etc.

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1.3 Indicator

Router Status Indicator Status Description

Powering on Steady red The router is starting up.

Connecting to the Steady green The router is connected to the Internet.

Internet
Steady red The router is not connected to the Internet.

Connecting through Slowly flashing The router has discovered a device that supports
HarmonyOS Mesh+ or HarmonyOS Mesh+.
WPS
Quickly flashing The router is pairing with the device that supports
HarmonyOS Mesh+ or WPS.

Quickly flashing and turning to steady green HarmonyOS Mesh+ or WPS pairing is successful.
or red Steady green: the router is connected to the Internet.
Steady red: the router is not connected to the Internet.

Slowly flashing HarmonyOS Mesh+ or WPS pairing failed. The router

rediscovered the device.

Upgrade in progress Quickly flashing green The router is being updated.

1.4 Network Architecture

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Optical fiber (or telephone line/Ethernet cable)

Ethernet cable

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2 Functions and Features

2.1 Automatically identifying Internet access mode

The router can automatically identify your Internet access mode (PPPoE/DHCP). No manual operation is
required.

PPPoE, DHCP, static IP, and bridge are the most commonly used Internet access modes and are all
supported by HUAWEI WiFi AX3S.

2.2 Multi-router network distribution

 Supports network expansion by connecting multiple HarmonyOS Mesh+ routers using the WPS button.
 Supports network expansion by connecting multiple HarmonyOS Mesh+ routers using Ethernet cables.
 Supports the auto-sync of your router's Wi-Fi configurations: If the Wi-Fi name, password, or router
management password is changed on your primary router, the configuration will automatically sync to the
others HarmonyOS Mesh+ routers.
 If there are multiple routers in your home, your Wi-Fi device will be automatically switched to a
better-signal router.

2.3 Connecting to your old router (through wired bridge or

wireless repeater mode) to form a network
 You can use an Ethernet cable to cascade HUAWEI WiFi AX3S to an old router and form a network. In
this case, HUAWEI WiFi AX3S works as the secondary router.
 HUAWEI WiFi AX3S can also connect to your old router's Wi-Fi as a wireless repeater. When it functions
as a wireless repeater, it has the same Wi-Fi name and password as your old router. There will be only
one Wi-Fi network in your home.

If you have two HUAWEI routers that support HarmonyOS Mesh+, using HarmonyOS Mesh+ to connect the
two routers will be more convenient.

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2.4 Ensuring privacy with multiple security mechanisms

 HUAWEI WiFi AX3S controls Wi-Fi access and disconnects unwanted devices to prevent unauthorized
access.
 It supports guest Wi-Fi. You can set up a dedicated Wi-Fi network for your guests. Guests have access to
the guest Wi-Fi but cannot manage the router or access other devices on the home network. This allows
you to protect the security and privacy of your home network.
 You can hide your Wi-Fi name to improve network security. If a Wi-Fi name is hidden, wireless devices
(like PCs and mobile phones) cannot search for the Wi-Fi name. To connect a wireless device to a hidden
Wi-Fi network, you must enter the correct Wi-Fi name.
 The built-in firewall can protect you from DoS/ARP attacks by scanning all data communication between
the Internet and your home network.
 It supports DMZ feature that allows you to expose the DMZ host to the Internet, while other devices are
protected by the firewall. For example, when setting up a server, you can set the computer connected to
the external network as the DMZ host to allow it to provide Internet services while ensuring the security of
other devices on your home network.

2.5 Power-saving features

 The router supports three different power modes: Max, Middle, and Low to cater to your different needs at
different time of the day and in different environments.
 Wi-Fi timer allows you to disable Wi-Fi during specific time periods (such as after midnight or when you're
at work) in order to reduce power consumption.

2.6 Parental control

The parental control feature allows you to set Internet access time limits and restrict access to certain
websites to keep your family members (especially minors) protected.

2.7 Router management

You can access your router's web-based management page from your computer, mobile phone or tablet.
Alternatively, you can download and install HUAWEI AI Life on your mobile phone or tablet for faster
configuration.

2.8 Supporting VPN passthrough

Supports VPN pass through (requires VPN dialing from LAN device).

2.9 WPS
Supports the Wi-Fi device connect to the router network conveniently through the WPS function.

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This feature is available on Wi-Fi devices that support WPS.

2.10 Other supported features

 NAT and NAPT (RFC 1631, RFC 2663, RFC 2766, and RFC 3022)
 Supports access to the Ipv6 network.
 DHCP server and clients
 DNS proxy
Proxy for DNS queries from its connected devices to speed up DNS responses.
 Universal Plug and Play (UPnP)
Computers in the LAN can request the router to automatically switch the port. This
allows computers connected to the Internet to access the resources on any LAN
computers when needed, allowing you to enjoy a more stable network while playing
computer games or using apps to download files.

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3 Technical Specifications

3.1 Product Specifications

3.1.1 RAM and Flash Memory
 RAM: 256Mbytes DDR3
 Flash memory: 128Mbytes Nand FLASH

3.1.2 Wi-Fi
 Supports 802.11b/g/n/ax (2.4 GHz, wireless rates up to 574 Mbps).
 Supports 802.11a/n/ac/ax (5 GHz, wireless rates up to 2402 Mbps).
 Supports simultaneous dual-band (11ax 2.4 GHz 574 Mbps and 11ax 5 GHz 2402 Mbps Wi-Fi, wireless
rates up to 2976 Mbps).

The data rates shown are theoretical in nature. Actual data rates may vary depending on operating
environment, wireless device, and other factors. Data rate comparisons (if any) are for the purpose of
scientific explanation, and should be used for reference only.
 Adopts Huawei's unique external 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz High Gain antennas for better Wi-Fi coverage.
 Supports simultaneous Wi-Fi access on the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, and supports up to 128 devices
on dual bands.
 Supports AES and TKIP encryption.
 Supports WPA/WPA2-PSK and WPA2-PSK/WPA3-SAE.
 Supports 5 GHz Wi-Fi prioritization. Your devices that support 802.11v will automatically connect to the
faster Wi-Fi.
 Supported 5 GHz channels: channels 36–64, 100-140 and 149–165 in Brazil using the ANATEL
standards.

Relationship between 5 GHz channels and frequency bands: Channels 36–48 correspond to band 1
(5.15–5.25 GHz). Channels 52–64 correspond to band 2 (5.25–5.35 GHz) DFS. Channels 100–140
corresponds to band 3 (5.47-5.725 GHz) DFS. Channels 149–165 correspond to band 4 (5.725–5.85 GHz).

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3.2 Ports
10/100/1000 Mbit/s WAN/LAN auto-adaptation Ethernet port: 4

3.3 Power Supply Specification

 Power supply: 12V DC, 1 A
 Power consumption: < 12W
 Input voltage: 100 - 240V AC
 Input voltage frequency: 50 – 60 Hz

3.4 Physical Specifications

 Dimensions (Height x Width x Depth):

The product with folded external antennas: 40.3 mm x 258.6 mm x 203.3 mm

The product with vertical external antennas: 173.5 mm x 258.6 mm x 133.3 mm

The packaging of ANATEL version: 47 mm x 272 mm x 229 mm

 Weight:

The product without packaging: about 324g

The ANATEL version weight: about 637g

 Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
 Storage temperature: -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F)
 Operating humidity: 5% to 95% RH (non-condensing)
 Storage humidity: 5% to 95%, non-condensing

3.5 Accessories
 Power adapter x 1
 Network cable x 1
 Quick Start Guide and Safety Information x 1

3.6 Name Mapping

Certified Model PSDN-AX30

Product Marketing Name HUAWEI WiFi AX3S

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4 Abbreviations

Abbreviation Formal Name

AC Alternating current

AES Advanced Encryption Standard

ARP Address Resolution Protocol

CPU Central processing unit

CHAP Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol

DC Direct current

DDNS Dynamic Domain Name Server

DDR Double Data Rate

DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

DMZ Demilitarized Zone

DNS Domain Name System

DoS Denial of Service

IP Internet Protocol

LAN Local Area Network

L2TP Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol

MAC Media Access Control

NAT Network Address Translation

NAPT Network Address and Port Translation

PAP Password Authentication Protocol

PPPoE Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet

PPTP Point to Point Tunneling Protocol

PSK Pre-Shared key

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Abbreviation Formal Name

QoS Quality of Service

TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol

UPnP Universal Plug and Play

VPN Virtual Private Network

WAN Wide Area Network

WPA Wireless Fidelity Protected Access

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