WA8011V Quick Start

Extend your home network in several steps!

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Safety Information
To use the device properly and safely, read the safety precautions carefully before using the device and
strictly observe these precautions when using the device.
Safety precautions:
Store devices and accessories in temperature –10°C to +35°C and relative humidity 30%–85% RH for at
most 9 months. If the ambient temperature or relative humidity is overhigh or overlow, the device may be
faulty.
Used only indoors. Do not lead metallic cables, such as network cables and telephone lines outdoors.
Do not look directly into the optical port without eye protection.
Keep the device out of the reach of children as the components or accessories may be swallowed.
Install the device in strict compliance with the requirements of the supplier. Reserve a space of at least 10
cm above and around the device for heat dissipation. During the installation, keep the device away from
electric appliances that generate strong magnetic or electric fields, such as microwave ovens, refrigerators,
and mobile phones.
The described input voltage range should comply with the local power grid. For example, the input voltage
of the adapter is 200–240 V AC for European Union; the input voltage of the adapter is 100–140 V AC for
America.
If the power adapter is damaged and its internal circuit is exposed due to manmade factors, do not touch
the exposed circuit, which may bring safety risks.
Only power adapters delivered with the device can be used. Otherwise, the device may be abnormal or
unsecure.
Dry your hands before connecting or disconnecting cables. Stop the device and switch off the power before
connecting or disconnecting cables.
Do not place any object on the device, so that the device will not be damaged due to overheating or
deformation.
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Prevent objects, such as metal, from entering the device through the heat dissipation hole.
Switch off the power and disconnect all cables, including the power cable, optical fiber, and network cable,
during periods of lightning activities. The socket-outlet shall be installed near the power adapter and shall
be easily accessible. Before use the power adapter, please check no damage on the adapter.
Do not lead the strength member of the optical fiber or other metal parts indoors. Do not install telephone
lines, network cables, power adapters or power adapter cables outdoors. Adopting these measures will
help prevent device damage and bodily injuries which are especially prone during thunderstorms.
If an abnormality occurs, for example, liquid entering the device, smoke, unusual sound, and smell, stop
the device immediately, switch off the power, disconnect all cables (such as the power cable, optical cable,
and network cable) to the device, and contact the authorized service center.
Do not disassemble the device without permission. In the case of a device fault, contact the authorized
service center.
Dispose of the packing materials, expired batteries, and old or abandoned devices in accordance to local
laws and regulations (recycling them is strongly recommended).
Do not change the structure, safety design, or performance design of the device without prior authorization.
The device should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and
your body.
Fireproof precautions:
Keep the device away from large heat source equipment, bare flames, and high-power devices, such as
electric heaters, candles, and blow drier, to eliminate safety risks.
If there are aged cables or power socket facilities on the power supply line to or near the device, replace
them in time to eliminate safety risks. The power supply voltage of the device must meet the input voltage
requirement.
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Appearance
2.4G/5G antenna

3-segment indicators

Power plug

Reset button

WPS button WAN port LAN port

* This product is used indoors only.
* The product appearance shown in this document is for your reference only. The actual product appearance prevails.
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Description of Ports and Buttons
WA8011V Description
Antenna Used to generate Wi-Fi signals.
Power plug Inserted in a power plug.
When you press this button for over 10s, the device is restored to
Reset button
factory defaults.
Used for Wi-Fi pairing. When you respectively press the WPS button
WPS button in the WA8011V and router within 2 minutes, network connection is
established between the 2 devices.
When pairing succeeds, the WA8011V can be freely removed and
reinstalled and no more pairing is required.
WAN port Connected to a router.
LAN port Connected to a terminal.

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Parameter

Item Specification
System power supply 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Typical power consumption ≤ 6.5 W
Ambient temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Ambient humidity 5%–95% (non-condensing)
Dimensions (H x W x D) 130 mm x 65 mm x 45 mm
(without external antennas)
Weight < 400 g

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 Wireless Network Extension
1.Connect the WA8011V to an existing wireless network
Press the WPS button for connection (this mode is recommended if your
router supports WPS).
A. Insert the WA8011V into a power socket near the router, and then press its WPS
button and hold for 3s to 10s.
B. Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on the router.

WPS
2
1
WPS
Reset

Gateway/router Upstream Internet

WPS

Note: When the segment-1 indicator turns from red (blinks quickly) to steady green, the WA8011V has
been connected to the wireless network.
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Use a smartphone to connect the WA8011V to a wireless network
(this mode is recommended if your router does not support WPS).
A. Check the Wi-Fi name and password on the nameplate. Insert the WA8011V into
a power socket near the router, and connect a smartphone to the WA8011V
through Wi-Fi.
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< WLAN
WLAN
Choose a network

HUAWEI-xxxx

IP:xx.xx.xx.xx
username:xxxx
password:xxxxxxxx
SSID:HUAWEI-XXXX
WLAN Key:XXXXXXX
Reset
WPS

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B. Check the IP address, user name and password on the nameplate, and log in to
the web page. On the Fast Setting page, Bridge is automatically selected. Click Skip.

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192.168.101.1 192.168.101.1 192.168.101.1

Fast Setting Upstream Configuration

Home
Page
User Name:
Password: Bridge
Transforms your existing wired
network to a wireless network.

Log In

Exit Skip Save

Note: When the segment-1 indicator turns green on, the WA8011V has been connected to the
wireless network.

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C. On the Wi-Fi network scanning page, select the name of the Wi-Fi network to be
expanded, enter the Wi-Fi password, and click Next.
On the account management page, enter old and new web page login passwords,
and click Next. The web page login password is changed. If you do not want to
change the password, click Skip. The configuration is complete.

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192.168.101.1 192.168.101.1 192.168.101.1

Scan Network Account Management Configuration Completion

Select a wireless network.
NO. SSID Signal Frequency Band MAC Encrypt

1 xxxxxxxx 5G Please change your login password Current network connection mode:
2 5G
Wi-Fi
User Name: root
Settings
Old Password: You can navigate to the home page
SSID: XXXXXXX
and start using the Huawei terminal.
Password: New Password:
Encrypt: XXXXXXX Confirm Password:

Quit Next Re-scanning Skip Next Skip Return to Home Page

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2. Place the WA8011V in a suitable position.
Based on 3-segment indicators, place the WA8011V in a suitable position.
* Segment-1/2/3 indicators are steady green: The signal is good, this location is suitable for installation.
* Segment-1/2 indicators are steady green: The signal is normal, this location is fine if there is no better location.
* Segment-1 indicator is steady green: The signal is poor, this location is too far. You should adjust the location.

Wi-Fi coverage area of the Current Wi-Fi coverage area

extension WA8011V

Reset
WPS

Note:
1. You can also use a PC or tablet to complete configuration.
2. If you use Huawei wireless router where the latest version of software is installed (For details, ask your
service provider.), the WA8011V automatically synchronizes the Wi-Fi name and password of the router.
3. In other cases, use the WA8011V Wi-Fi name and password on the nameplate to access the Internet.
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Wired Network Extension
If your router does not support Wi-Fi and requires a wireless network,
use a network cable to connect the WA8011V WAN port to the router
LAN port.

Gateway/router

Reset
ON/OFF POWER TEL2 TEL1 LAN4 LAN3 LAN2 LAN1

WPS
USB

Internet Upstream
1 WAN port

Note:
1. For the Wi-Fi name and password, see the WA8011V nameplate.
2. To ensure normal network extension, do not connect the LAN port of the WA8011V to the
LAN port of a router.
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Changing the Wi-Fi Password
1.Check that the default network address, user name, and password
are on the nameplate on the rear side of the WA8011V.
2.Choose Advanced Configuration > WLAN > 2.4G Basic Network
Settings (or 5G Basic Network Settings), and change the password.
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192.168.101.1

Basic Network Settings

Enable WLAN

SSID Configuration Details

SSID Name: XXXXXXX

Note:
1. If the Wi-Fi password has been synchronized as the
WPA PreSharedKey: ········ wireless password of the router, to change the password, see
the method described for the router.
Apply Skip
2. If you cannot access the web page of the WA8011V using
the IP address on the nameplate, power off the upper-layer
gateway connected to the WA8011V, restart the WA8011V,
and try again.

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 Description of Indicators
WA8011V Status Description
Yellow: steady on The WA8011V is starting.
In upstream Wi-Fi transmission, the WA8011V is
not connected to a Wi-Fi network.
Red: steady on In Ethernet upstream transmission, the WA8011V
3-segment is not connected to an upper-level device or an IP
indicators address cannot be obtained.
Red: In upstream Wi-Fi transmission, the WA8011V
3 Segment 1 Blinking quickly is performing WPS pairing with an upper-layer
2 (twice per second) device.
1 Yellow:
The WA8011V has been connected or is
Blinking slowly
connecting to a Wi-Fi network, or cannot match
(on for 3s and off
a Wi-Fi network.
for 1s repeatedly)

Green: steady on The WA8011V extends signal coverage through

Wi-Fi and upstream Wi-Fi signals are poor.

Segments The WA8011V extends signal coverage through

Green: steady on
1&2 Wi-Fi and upstream Wi-Fi signals are general.

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 WA8011V Status Description
The WA8011V extends signal coverage through
Wi-Fi and upstream Wi-Fi signals are good.
Segments Green: steady on In Ethernet upstream transmission, the WA8011V
1&2&3 connects to the LAN port of the primary gateway
3-segment
and obtains the IP address.
indicators
After successfully connected to Ethernet or a
3 Green:
Wi-Fi network in the upstream direction, the
Blinking quickly
2 (twice per second)
WA8011V serves as an AP and is performing
WPS pairing.
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Disposal and recycling information
The crossed-out wheeled-bin symbol on your product, battery, literature or packaging reminds
you that all electronic products and batteries must be taken to separate waste collection points
at the end of their working lives; they must not be disposed of in the normal waste stream with
household garbage. It is the responsibility of the user to dispose of the equipment using a
designated collection point or service for separate recycling of waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE) and batteries according to local laws.
Proper collection and recycling of your equipment helps ensure electrical and electronic equipment (EEE)
waste is recycled in a manner that conserves valuable materials and protects human health and the
environment, improper handling, accidental breakage, damage, and/or improper recycling at the end of
its life may be harmful for health and environment. For more information about where and how to drop off
your EEE waste, please contact your local authorities, retailer or household waste disposal service or visit
the website www.huawei.com/en/product-certification.
Reduction of hazardous substances
This device and any electrical accessories are compliant with local applicable rules on the restriction of the
use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, such as EU REACH, RoHS
and Batteries (where included) regulations, etc. For declarations of conformity about REACH and RoHS,
please visit our web site www.huawei.com/en/product-certification.

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FAQ
What can I do if WPS pairing fails?
The WPS function of the WA8011V is enabled by default. You can log in to the web
page of a router and ensure that the WPS function of the router is enabled.
How can I restart the WA8011V and restore it to the factory settings?
After the WA8011V is powered on, press and hold the Reset button for more than 1s.
The WA8011V restarts within 10s. After the WA8011V is powered on, press and hold
the Reset button for more than 10s to restore it to the factory settings. Exercise caution
when performing this operation because your personal data will be lost after this
operation.
Why cannot I find the Wi-Fi name of WA8011V after Wi-Fi extension?
Generally, the Wi-Fi name and password of the WA8011V are automatically
synchronized with those of a router. Search for the Wi-Fi name and password of the
router.
How do I check the name and model of the WA8011V?
The name and model of the WA8011V are displayed on the pluggable nameplate at
the bottom of the WA8011V. You can pull out the nameplate to check the name and
model.
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