Several customers have inquired about utilizing ZBT Wi-Fi hotspots with ZBT routers. To address this, we conducted thorough research and developed a comprehensive solution.
ZBT Wi-Fi hotspots are prevalent in residential areas, making them easily accessible. First, ensure you have the ZBT app downloaded on your phone and can log into your ZBT account successfully. This guide employs an Android phone and the ZBT-WE3626 dual-band travel router to demonstrate how to connect to an ZBT wireless network.
Step 1: Connect your phone to an "ZBTwifi" hotspot and verify the data flow, ensuring visible download and upload statistics. Simultaneously, power up the ZBT-WE3626 router using a 5V/2A power plug or power bank.
Step 2: Connect a laptop to the ZBT router. In the web admin panel, navigate to "More settings" > "Custom DNS server" > "DNS Rebinding Attack Protection," disable this option, and click "Apply."
Step 3: Scan for available wireless networks and connect the ZBT router to an "ZBTwifi" network. We chose a 5GHz Wi-Fi as the ZBT-WE3626 supports this frequency. If you are using a ZBT router that only supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, select the corresponding network. Click "Join" to establish the connection, ensuring your phone remains connected to "ZBTwifi" to prevent disconnection due to power-saving mode.
Step 4: Locate your phone’s MAC address in its settings. In the web admin panel, go to "More settings" > "Clone MAC address," copy the MAC address to the "Your Router (WAN)" field, and click "Apply."
Step 5: Once the connection is stable, disconnect your phone from the "ZBTwifi" network, allowing your router to maintain the connection as if it were your phone.
Step 6: Re-enable "DNS Rebinding Attack Protection" by returning to "More settings" > "Custom DNS server" > "DNS Rebinding Attack Protection" and turning the option back on. This step is crucial to prevent DNS rebinding attacks. Optionally, you can manually set up your preferred DNS server instead of using ZBT's default server.
With these steps completed, you are ready to enjoy a stable ZBT Wi-Fi connection through your ZBT-WE3626 router. During our tutorial, we also conducted a speed test, observing a reasonable speed reduction in wireless repeater mode compared to a wired Ethernet connection. For optimal speed, consider using an Ethernet cable between your laptop and the router.
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ZBT is a leading OEM/ODM manufacturer specializing in network devices, with over a decade of expertise. Our product portfolio includes OpenWRT Wi-Fi routers, 4G/5G routers, vehicle-mounted routers, access points, outdoor CPEs, LTE CPEs, and EPON/GPON devices. Each product is meticulously designed and developed in-house, featuring proprietary designs and software patents, ensuring unparalleled performance and reliability.