CONFIGURING
WIRELESS
ROUTER
What is a router?
According to [Link], Wireless
routers are commonly found in
homes - they're the hardware
devices that Internet service
providers use to connect you to their
cable or xDSL Internet network. A
wireless router, also called a Wi-Fi
router, combines the networking
functions of a wireless access point
and a router.
What is a router?
A router connects local networks to
other local networks or to the
Internet.
A wireless router is sometimes
referred to as a WLAN (wireless
local area network) device. A
wireless network is also called a
Wi-Fi network.
• A wireless router is a type of
router that allows devices to
connect to the network without
the need for physical cables. It
uses WiFi technology to transmit
data wirelessly between devices
and the router. This enables the
convenience of mobile
connectivity and eliminates the
need for wired connections.
Routers play a crucial role in
various real-life scenarios,
enabling seamless connectivity
and enhancing digital
experiences. Here are some key
examples:
• Online Learning
• Gaming
• Smart Home Devices
• Remote Work
• Entertainment & Streaming
Group activity
Label the parts of a wireless router and
share your findings.
Group activity
Label the parts of a wireless
router
1. Power
Steady green light indicates the unit
is powered on. This remains dark
when power is off. A red colored
Power LED indicates system failure.
2. LAN
A solid green light indicates a
valid link on startup. This light
will blink when there is activity
currently passing through the
Ethernet port.
3. WLAN
Steady green light indicates a
wireless connection. A blinking
green light indicates activity on
the Wireless LAN interface.
4. WAN
Steady green light indicates WAN
Port is connected to Ethernet
Port. Blinking means data is
being transmitted to the WAN
Port.
5. Signal Strength Indicator
Green light indicates signal
reception is available, the more
bars means better reception.
6. Antenna
Provide the interface
from the transceiver
electronics inside the
router to the wireless
signals for the
connection to WiFi
7. WAN Port
Connect to optical modems,
broadband modems, etc.
How to configure or
change the SSID
and password of a
wireless router?
What are the parts
of a wireless
router?
APPLICATION
Configuring the
SSID (Wifi-Name)
and password of a
router.
RUBRICS
Criteria 5 - Proficient 3 - Developing 1 - Beginning
Correctly
configures SSID Minor mistakes or Multiple errors or
Configuration and password missing steps. incomplete setup.
with no errors.
Completes Takes too long or
Takes longer than
Time within expected
expected.
unable to
time. complete.
Successfully Minor
Unable to connect
Connectivity connects and connectivity or verify.
verifies settings. issues.
GROUP ACTIVITY
Directions: Join
your group and
answer the
questions using
[Link] of the following is
used to connect the router
to the modem and provides
internet access to all
connected devices?
A. Wifi C. WAN
B. Antenna D. LAN
2. Which of the following
allows wired devices like
computers and printers to
connect to the network
using an Ethernet cable?
A. Wifi C. WAN
B. Antenna D. LAN
[Link] of the following
is used to restore the
router to its factory
default settings.
A. Reset button C. Wifi
Conection
B. WAN D. WAN
button
4. These components
help improve the
router’s wireless signal
strength and range.
A. LAN C. WAN
B. Antenna D. Wifi
5. These small lights
indicate whether
the router is turned
on or off.
A. LAN indicator C. WAN
indicator
B. Wifi indicator D. Power
indicator
ASSIGNMENT:
• Research common
router security threats
and list ways to prevent
them.
• Prepare a simple guide
on securing a home
network.