Configuring the gateway for Huijue optical switches

To configure a Huijue optical switch gateway, set up WAN parameters, manage DHCP pools, and optionally configure a master/slave cluster for stable roaming.

Basic Gateway Configuration

1. Access the Optical Switch Interface Connect your computer to the optical switch via Ethernet and log in using the default IP address (commonly 192.168.1.1) and admin credentials.
2. Configure WAN Settings Navigate to Advanced > WAN > WAN Configuration. Click New and select the appropriate WAN connection type (e.g., PPPoE or static IP). Enter your ISP-provided credentials if using PPPoE, or configure the static IP, subnet mask, and gateway as required. Confirm the settings to establish the WAN connection .
3. DHCP Server Configuration Ensure the DHCP server is enabled and that the address pool does not conflict with other devices on the network. If deploying multiple optical gateways, assign different DHCP pools to avoid IP conflicts .

Master/Slave Optical Gateway Cluster (Optional)

For networks requiring seamless roaming and redundancy:

1. Cluster Setup
   • Navigate to Advanced > System Management > Multi-Master Gateway Cluster Management.
   • Set one optical gateway as Master and the other as Slave.
   • Ensure both gateways are connected to the same core switch or OLT and that Layer 2 isolation is disabled on the upper-layer device .
2. SSID and DHCP Synchronization
   • Configure identical SSIDs on both gateways to enable stable roaming.
   • Adjust the DHCP address pool on one gateway to prevent IP conflicts.
3. Connection Verification After entering the server IP and clicking Connect, the status should display Connected, indicating the cluster is operational .

Bridge or Pass-Through Mode

If you want the optical switch to act purely as a gateway without NAT or Wi-Fi:

• Enable bridge mode or pass-through if supported.
• Disabling DHCP alone is insufficient; ensure the WAN port is bridged to the LAN interface to forward traffic directly to your router .
• Some ISPs may restrict bridge mode, so consult your provider if the option is not visible.

Additional Considerations

• Interface Management: Configure optical and Ethernet interfaces according to your network topology, including VLANs and logical interfaces if needed .
• Hybrid Optical/Electrical Ports: For APs requiring PoE, configure 10GE optical ports as proxies for MultiGE electrical ports to enable LLDP negotiation and power delivery .
• Monitoring and Maintenance: Regularly check device status, logs, and WAN connectivity to ensure stable operation. By following these steps, you can configure a Huijue optical switch gateway for reliable internet access, optional clustering for redundancy, and proper DHCP and WAN management.