Zyxel Keenetic Ultra router: expert reviews. Filling and technical characteristics of the router


Up-to-date hardware, dual-core percent. Of course - an 8-port switch (already occupied seven ports). Excellent signal at 5 GHz. High speed work with a disk via USB 3.0. Actively developed proprietary firmware... Compared to my previous router, Potcha does not heat up. Mobile app My.Keenetic is convenient to use and pleases the eye with its uncluttered settings, there is support for remote control.

Minuses

I would prefer to have all the port indicators on the front panel, there is little sense behind them, the link speed cannot be determined. There is no help in the web interface (rather a wish).

Review

Immediately after the purchase, I switched to the developers' firmware already on the new kernel. I took not the 56th asus b1, as many advised, but immediately ultra2. And I never regretted it. There are no stability problems at all. A USB 3.0 drive reads up to 95 MB / s! And I don't see any influence on point 2.4, because judging by the discussion on the site, this was also corrected for a long time. For several months, we have already added our own DynDNS, and the Wi-Fi has been pumped several times. My 5 GHz works quietly in the next room and shows the same number of sticks as 2.4, although this is supposedly impossible. I recommend it to everyone if there is a benefit from eight ports. If this is not critical, boldly take the Giga III, wifi and its firmware capabilities are similar.

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 - 1234 (provided that the router has factory settings and its IP has not changed).

Changing the factory password

For security reasons, it is recommended that you change the factory password. By default: Login admin, password 1234. In the router interface, go to the tab System;, Further password. In field New Password; Enter a new password. It must be repeated in the next field. Next, we save the settings by pressing the button Apply;.

Setting up Wi-Fi on the router

Wi-Fi.

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

Setting up an Internet connection

NAT when automatically obtaining an IP address (DHCP)

  1. At the bottom of the page, select a section Internet.
  2. In the window that appears, click on Broadband connection (ISP).

3. In the field Configuring IP Settings choose Automatic.
4. In the field MTU size enter 1500 ... After filling in these fields, click the button Apply.

Configuring PPTP (VPN) when automatically obtaining a local IP address

At the top of the page, select the tab Authorization.

  1. In field Type (protocol used) choose PPTP.
  2. In field Connect via choose Broadband connection (ISP).
  3. In field Server address enter Server name or address(ask the provider).
  4. In field Username enter your login from the contract.
  5. In field Password enter your password from the contract.
  6. In field Authentication method choose Auto.
  7. - you can leave it blank.
  8. After filling in all the fields, click the button Apply.

PPPoE connection setup (Rostelecom, Dom.ru)

Internet, in the list that opens, select Authorization:

  1. Type (protocol): PPPoE
  2. Username: Your login by agreement
  3. Password: Your contract password
  4. Configuring IP Parameters: Automatic
  5. Service Name, Hub Name, Description- you can leave it blank.
  6. In field Authentication method choose Auto.
  7. Save the settings with the button Apply.

Configuring 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: server name or address (specified in the contract)
  4. Username: Your login by agreement
  5. Password: Your contract password
  6. Authentication method: Auto.
  7. Save the settings with the button Apply.

The KEENETIC ULTRA II router was developed by ZyXEL to reliably connect home appliances to TV and the Internet. The device is configured to work with service providers that use different types connections. To access the network, you just need to use the built-in VPN server(you don't need 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 carried out via special applications... Save time with this utility for Android or iOS. Full control the network is provided by the My.Keenetic program.
  • IPSec VPN will help you connect networks or connect to your office network.
  • NDMS 2 OS and Managed Switch allow you to connect to multiple providers at once. This solution will ensure a constant Internet connection without unexpected interruptions. The router will switch to a normal link automatically. The main thing is to enable access checking and prioritize.
  • IntelliQoS technology intelligently distributes speed across all devices. You will be able to watch IPTV or video online without interruption (the system will not allow torrents and other applications to occupy the entire channel).
  • Dual band access point. With KEENETIC ULTRA II signal amplifiers and antennas, the user gets high quality communication at high speed.
  • USB ports for printers, storage devices and models. Maximum speed connected by this interface devices is 50 Mbps. The presence of two such ports is interesting feature new devices from ZyXEL. This does not require any special costs from the manufacturer inside the device (all ports are connected to the host built into the SoC), but for the user this arrangement is very convenient.
  • 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 special service, parents can use it to keep an eye on how younger family members behave online. It is enough to 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 torrent;
  • weight 310 grams.

The kit includes an instruction manual, 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 a router. The provider's cable must be connected to the WAN port of the device. After that, you can connect the router to the mains and turn on the power.

Quick setup

All settings are performed in a convenient web interface. It's easy to get into it: enter "192.168.1.1" in the browser, fill in the standard login / password fields (login - admin; pass - 1234).

After that, the system will invite you to the Configuration Wizard. We recommend clicking on "Quick setup" to understand the basic options.

In the quick setup mode, you must enter the MAC address (if provided by the provider's contract), the type of IP address.

Having dealt with the addresses, you will be taken to the authorization parameters. The subsequent settings depend on the specific ISP.

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

  • uncheck the box "I don't have a password";
  • enter login / pass for ZYXEL KEENETIC ULTRA II;
  • press the "Next" button.

Some providers (Rostelecom Udmurtia, TTK-Ural) use dynamic address... For them, set the flag in the "I do not have a password" field, and go to the next step.

This completes the quick setup, now you can proceed to manual setting through the interface.

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

Setting up the Internet

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 - by default;
  • "Connect through" - ISP;
  • password / login - given by the provider.

Connection created!

Connection for L2TP (Beeline):

  • L2TP protocol;
  • "Engage" - check the box;
  • "Description" - name the connection;
  • login / password (see the agreement issued by the provider);
  • tp.internet.beeline.ru (server);
  • "Connect through" - ISP.

Setting up a DHCP server and LAN

Turn on " home network"In the interface. Here you will see several submenus. You can change the device address on the network in the "IP address" item. To turn on DHCP server, it is enough to check the box opposite 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 as required. In addition, the user is able to set his own DNS addresses.

Wi-Fi setup

Go to the "Operation mode" section of the "Wi-Fi" section. Then select the "Access Point" mode, and fill in the fields as follows:

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

To make the access point work, click "Apply".

If you want to improve wireless communication 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 obstacles;
  • open the cooling holes of the router;
  • try to place the router away from powerful engines, refrigerators, cordless phones, fluorescent lamps.

Firmware

An overview of this device would be incomplete without information on how to flash the router. 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 about the possibility to download them, and then press the corresponding key. Thus, the device will download the updates on its own. The status of the process will be shown in a separate window.

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

If the process is successful, the router will automatically reboot and connect to the Network.

Installing the update manually is also not difficult: download the archive with the firmware from the manufacturer's resource, unpack it into separate folder and enter the path to the folder in the interface.

Outcomes

The KEENETIC ULTRA II router has rich functionality and a well-thought-out interface. The device has a good transmission speed. It's not hard to set it up by reading this overview.

This router from ZyXEL is designed for convenient and reliable internet connection at home. With its help, all the equipment in the apartment can be connected to the network, while wandering around The world wide web by connecting by Wi-Fi laptops, PCs, tablets, phones, and Smart TVs. ZYXEL KEENETIC ULTRA makes it possible to organize fault-tolerant access to the network using channel redundancy (if one provider does not work, the system will switch to another). Learn how to properly set up this instrument for efficient operation.

Users have already appreciated the efficiency and reliability of the device

  • 2 USB ports, WAN, 5xLAN ports;
  • IEEE 802.11;
  • power supply from 12 V or through a special power supply unit;
  • up to 450 Mbps over Wi-Fi;
  • 310 grams;
  • 4 control buttons (FN, reset, turn off wifi, nutrition);
  • three non-removable antennas.

The kit includes instructions, network patch cord, warranty, power supply.

The design of this model differs from its predecessors in the ZyXEL series of routers. The device is made in black; glossy plastic was used in the manufacture of the case.

All cables are plugged into the back panel, the front panel is filled with various indicators:

  • red status indicator (if it is on, the device is turned on and working correctly, flashes frequently - the firmware is being updated, flashes rarely - the router is booting (if the process takes a long time, the device may not work), off - off);
  • blue Wi-Fi indicator (on - the mode is on, off - off, flashing slowly - WPS is on, flashing quickly - data is being transmitted);
  • green LAN indicators (blinking or on - connection established, off - cable not connected);
  • pink USB indicator (on - a USB device is connected, off - no hardware detected, blinking - preparing to disconnect the device);
  • yellow Internet indicator (on - connection established, off - authorization failed).

Web interface

All manipulations during the configuration of the ZYXEL KEENETIC ULTRA router must be performed in graphical interface... First of all, you need to enter the numbers "192.168.1.1" in the browser. After that, you will see the authorization panel, where you need to enter your login / password (admin / 1234 - for new devices).

It is better to replace the standard password with your own. To do this, go to the "Password" item in the "System" section. Come up with an encryption and enter it in the "New password" line. The Apply button will help you save your changes. Move on.

Wi-Fi setup

Select "Wi-Fi" in the router interface. After that, you need to perform the following actions:

  • come up with a name for your network SSID("Network Name");
  • in order not to distribute the Internet to just anyone, create a password ("Network Key");
  • Network Protection - WPA2-PSK;
  • "Channel" - Auto.

Internet setup

The ZYXEL KEENETIC ULTRA device can be configured in various modes: PPTP, DHCP, L2TP (Beeline) and PPPoE (Dom.ru, Rostelecom). Let's try to figure out all the options.

DHCP configuration

In the already familiar web interface, you need to go to the "Internet" item. Next, you should select ISP (Broadand connection), enter 1500 in front of the MTU size field and enable auto configuration of IP parameters. Then you can enjoy the internet.

L2TP configuration

To customize Worldwide network for KEENETIC ULTRA in the specified mode, you must select the following parameters in the "Internet" section of the interface:

  • enter the name of your connection in the "Description" field;
  • L2TP protocol;
  • check method - Auto;
  • rewrite the server address, password and username from the contract issued by the provider.

Having dealt with all the points, you can safely save the settings.

PPTP setup

If your computer receives a local IP-adress in auto mode, find the "Authorization" section in the router interface. You will need to fill in the fields here in a certain way:

  • PPTP - Type (protocol);
  • connect via ISP;
  • the address, password and username are given by the provider company, this information must be taken from the contract;
  • the rest of the elements can be left alone.

Click "Apply" for the new router settings to take effect.

Configuring PPPoE

As in the previous versions, you need to change the settings in the "Internet" section of the interface router KEENETIC ULTRA. It is enough to enable auto configuration of IP parameters, enter the user's pass / login issued by the provider, and also switch the protocol type to "PPPoE". For the authentication method, it is recommended to select the "Auto" option. The rest of the lines do not need to be changed.

Firmware

The performance of the KEENETIC ULTRA can be improved by updating the firmware. It is not difficult to do this, the main thing is to follow our instructions:

  1. Before performing the firmware, connect to the router using a cable. Firmware over Wi-Fi is not possible.
  2. Download current version Software from the developer's website.
  3. Go to the "Files" item of the "System" section in the KEENETIC ULTRA web interface (in some versions of the interface, this item may be called "Configuration").
  4. Click on the file name firmware.
  5. Unpack the downloaded archive to a convenient location, then select the path to the * .bin firmware file.
  6. Press the "Replace" key.

The procedure may take certain time, do not turn off the computer or router from the power supply, such manipulations may damage the equipment.

After the firmware has been flashed, the router will reboot, after which it can be used again.

Outcomes

By using router KEENETIC ULTRA can provide any apartment with the Internet. The device is different fast transmission information over Wi-Fi, it provides a secure and reliable connection. It is very easy to set up the operation of the device if you read the above information.

So, let's begin Zyxel review Keenetic Ultra with appearance, like the whole line Zyxel Keenetic Router II is black, top part decorated with wave-like protrusions in the same place, one cannot fail to notice a large button with double functionality:

Short press of the button- Starts the function quick connection(WPS).
Pressing for more than 3 seconds- Enables or disables the wireless network.
At the back there are three rotary 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 LAN devices and one network connector for connecting the Internet. On the right side face there are two USB 2.0 sockets, to which you can connect flash drives, disks, printers, and other external devices.

The front panel is littered with indicators, let's see what each of them means

Indicator - Status
Does not burn
Zyxel Keenetic Ultra is turned off.
Blinks rarely
The router is loading. If the indicator blinks for more than two minutes, the Keenetic is probably malfunctioning.
Flashes frequently
Firmware update.
Is burning
The Internet Center is on and functioning normally.

Indicators 0-4 Connecting to network connectors
Does not burn
The cable is not connected to the corresponding connector of the Keenetic, or network connection not installed.
Lights up or flashes
The network connection is established, information is being transferred.

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

Does not burn
The Wi-Fi network of the corresponding frequency range is turned off.
Is burning
Wi-Fi is on.
Blinking frequently
Data is being transmitted over the wireless network.
Blinking, rarely
Quick Setup Session Started wireless connection by WPS technology.

Indicator - Internet
Does not burn
Zyxel Keenetic Ultra did not receive IP parameters from the provider for connecting to the Internet or did not pass authorization.
Is burning
The IP settings for the Internet connection 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.

Is burning

The USB device is connected.

Flashing

Preparing for safe shutdown USB - storage. Unplug the drive only after the light stops blinking

Filling and technical characteristics of the router.

ZyXEL Keenetic Ultra router
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 fixed omnidirectional 3 dBi;
2x2: 2 (2.4 GHz);
3x3: 3 (5 GHz)
Security 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 (5GHz): up to 450Mbps
Interfaces 5 x 10/100/1000 Mbps LAN / WAN,
2 x USB 2.0
Hardware buttons Power, Wi-Fi + WPS Disable, Factory Reset, FN Button
Dimensions (WxDxH) 186x120x39 mm
Weight 310 g
Nutrition PSU AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.8 A;
DC 12V, 2A

Setting up ZyXEL Keenetic Ultra

In order to configure the router, you need it using Ethernet cable, connect to a computer / laptop, connect the cable with the Internet to the Internet port. Do not forget to connect power to Zyxel Keenetic Ultra and press the power button on the case. In the computer / laptop settings, set automatic receipt of network settings ... After that, open any browser (IE, Chrome, Opera), the web interface of the router will open, if this did not happen, enter in 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... Let's start with a quick setup.

The first step is to configure 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 global network is configured, Zyxel Keenetic Ulta will offer to update its firmware, agree and click " Refresh".

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

The first thing you will see after that is the ability to set a password on the web interface, I recommend using complex password consisting of at least 6 characters with numbers, large and small letters and specials. signs ( [email protected]# $), just do not forget it later, otherwise you will have to press the Reset button and return the router settings to the factory settings and then re-configure everything.

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

Zyxel Keenetic Ultra firmware update.

Video review of the Zyxel firmware update.

In each fresh version of the router firmware, old bugs are eliminated, and sometimes functions are added or improved. Therefore, I recommend occasionally updating the Zyxel Keenetic Ultra firmware. This can be done very simply, on the web interface of the router, select the " System"then tab" Components". Select the necessary components (better, I think, all that you use) and press the button" Refresh".

Attention!!! You must have an Internet connection to update components.

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

Let's move on to Wi-Fi setup networks. To do this, at the bottom of the menu, select the Wi-Fi network.

Several tabs will appear at the top:

2.4 GHz access point- configures Wi-Fi at 2.4 GHz

5 GHz access point- configurable Wi-Fi at 5 GHz

Guest network- serves to set up a Wi-Fi network without access to local area network, only for the Internet. Typically, the Guest Network is used in the office so that 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"access to the network will be limited only to devices on this list, and blocked for all others, in the" Black List "mode, access to the network will be blocked for all devices from the specified list.

Back to setup Wi-Fi networks, 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 sticker of the router. And if you are not confused by the name of the Wi-Fi network and the password, you can leave these values ​​or you can change them to others (I recommend leaving the rest of the fields by default).

Another point, since the device uses two frequency ranges, each of them is configured separately, with different names of the Wi-Fi network (usually, to the 5GHz range, the network name is added -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 to support work with this frequency, otherwise you will not take 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 on the router's web interface " home network", in the device 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 " BitTorrent client"and put a tick-" Turn on", below we indicate the Directory for storing files ( USB stick). Do not forget to click " Apply" at the end.

Now you can download a 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 start downloading.

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

DLNA usage in Zyxel Keenetic Ultra.

The router can act as a DLNA server to distribute multimedia files (movies, music, pictures) to the local network. In order to use the DLNA function, you need to connect USB device with data, go to the web interface of the router go to the menu " Applications", select tab" DLNA Server ", check the box" Turn on"and specify the directory where the necessary multimedia files are located, click the" Apply".

Now on the TV supporting 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 disk(exactly external hard disk, USB flash drive will not work in these cases). To do this, go to the " Applications", tab" Paging file", check the box" Use swap file"select the connected external HDD and specify the size of the paging file, the manufacturer recommends specifying this size as 256 MB and indicate it.


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