How to disable Wi-Fi on a Byfly modem

Modern Internet users often face the need to manage wireless connections in their homes. Disabling Wi-Fi may be required for various reasons: from basic energy savings to ensuring maximum data security during extended absences. In provider networks ByFly (formerly Beltelecom) most often uses Huawei, ZTE or Sercomm routers, which have their own interface features.

Before we get into the technical details, it's important to understand that completely disabling the radio module is different from simply hiding the network name. Deactivating the wireless module Completely stops signal emission, making the device invisible to all devices. This is critical if you want to prevent any unauthorized access or reduce electromagnetic interference at night.

In this article, we'll cover the detailed steps for various equipment models. You'll learn not only how to turn off the signal, but also how to set up a schedule and use the guest network feature for temporary access. Flexible management router settings will allow you to control your home network with professional precision.

Preparing to set up your router

Before you begin any work on changing the equipment configuration, you must ensure a stable connection between your control device and the router. It is best to use wired connection via a LAN cable, as disabling Wi-Fi can cause you to lose connection to the device if you're controlling it wirelessly. Connect your computer to any yellow port. LAN on the back panel of the modem.

Make sure your computer's network card is configured to obtain an IP address automatically. Routers usually ByFly distribute addresses in the range 192.168.1.x or 192.168.0.xIf automatic configuration doesn't work, you'll need to manually enter a static address, specifying a gateway that matches your router's IP address. This is the standard procedure for logging into the admin panel.

⚠️ Attention: If you plan to disable Wi-Fi remotely (while away from home), make sure your router is pre-configured for access via the manufacturer's cloud service or a static IP address. Otherwise, you won't be able to restore the settings without physical access to the device.

Check the sticker on the bottom of the device. It will indicate the exact address to enter (often 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.100.1), as well as the default login and password. For equipment Huawei And ZTE This data is often unique to each piece of equipment. Write it down or keep it handy before you begin setting it up.

Login to the administrator web interface

Open any modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) and enter your gateway's IP address in the address bar. For most models ByFly This 192.168.1.1Press Enter. If the page doesn't load, try clearing your browser's cache or using incognito mode to eliminate the impact of old saved data.

The system will request authorization. Enter your login and password. On standard firmware Huawei HG8245H or ZTE F660 combinations are often used admin/admin, root/admin or the data from the sticker. If you have previously changed your password and have forgotten it, you will have to reset settings to factory settings by holding down the button Reset for 10-15 seconds.

After successfully logging in, you'll see the main status page. It displays uptime, ISP connection status, and wireless network status. The interface can be in English or Russian. For convenience, switch the language in the section System Tools or Administration, if such an option is available in your firmware version.

Menu navigation may vary depending on the router model. Sercomm the menu is often located vertically on the left, whereas in Huawei It may be horizontal at the top or in tiles. Find the section responsible for wireless communication. It is usually called WLAN, Wireless or Wi-Fi.

Disabling Wi-Fi on Huawei routers

Equipment Huawei is the most common in networks ByFlyTo disable the wireless network, go to the tab WLANDepending on your firmware version, you may need to select a subsection WLAN Basic Configuration or 2.4G Basic Network Settings.

Here you will see a checkbox or a switch with the name Enable WLAN or WLAN RadioUnchecking this box completely disables the radio module. Please note that modern dual-band routers have separate settings for 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies. You need to find the corresponding tabs, for example, 5G Basic Network Settings, and turn off the radio there too.

After unchecking the boxes, don't forget to click the button Apply or Save At the bottom of the page. The router may warn you that all wireless clients will be disconnected. Confirm this action. At this point, the Wi-Fi indicator on the front of the modem should turn off or change color, indicating no wireless activity.

Setting up a wireless network in ZTE and Sercomm

Routers ZTE (for example, a popular model F660 or F670) have an interface that can seem a bit confusing due to the abundance of tabs. You need to go to the section Network, then select WLAN and further GlobalThis is where the master switch is located. WLAN Radio.

Unlike Huawei, in some firmware ZTE Disabling the radio in global settings may not work for all SSIDs at once. Check the tab SSID Settings. Make sure that the status for the main profiles (SSID1, SSID2) is also changed to DisableThis ensures that even if the radio is turned on, the network will not be broadcast.

For devices Sercomm (often found in new tariffs with GPON) the path looks different. Go to Setup -> Wireless SetupHere you will see a list of wireless interfaces. To disable them, uncheck the box. Enable WirelessThe Sercomm interface often requires a reboot after such changes, so be prepared for the router to reboot for 1-2 minutes.

⚠️ Attention: In some ZTE firmware versions, changing WLAN settings may temporarily interrupt the PPPoE/IPoE internet connection. This is normal; the connection will be restored automatically after applying the settings.

An interesting feature in some Sercomm models is the ability to set a schedule. If you want to turn off Wi-Fi only at night, look for the section Wireless ScheduleThere you can set time intervals when wireless network will automatically turn off and on without your intervention.

What if the menu is in English?

Use an online translator with image recognition on your smartphone. Point the camera at your monitor screen, and the text will be translated in real time. Search for words like "Enable," "Radio," "Wireless," and "SSID."

Hiding the SSID instead of disabling it completely

There is an alternative approach: do not turn off the radio completely, but hide the network name (SSID). In this case, the router continues to operate but does not broadcast packets with the network name. To connect a new device, you will have to manually enter the network name in the gadget's Wi-Fi settings.

To implement this method, find the option in the WLAN settings Hide SSID or Broadcast SSIDIf the box is checked Broadcast (Broadcast), uncheck it. If there is an option Hide (Hide) - check the box. Save the settings. Now your network will be visible only to those who know its exact name.

This method is less radical than a complete shutdown. Hidden network It still creates an electromagnetic field and consumes the router's processor resources. However, it's a convenient way to secure a guest network or smart home network so that neighbors don't see unnecessary connections in the list of available networks.

• 🔒 Safety: Hiding the SSID is not a reliable security method, as experienced users can see the network with special scanners.
• 📱 Convenience: You'll have to enter the network name manually on each new device, which can be inconvenient for guests.
• ⚡ Energy: This method does not save power or reduce the load on the radio module.

Using a guest network and parental controls

If your goal is to restrict access to specific devices rather than turning off Wi-Fi completely, use the feature Guest network (Guest Network). You can create a separate SSID that will be active only at certain times or with a traffic limit. The main network can be left enabled for trusted devices.

Parental controls in modern routers ByFly Allows you to configure access schedules for specific MAC addresses. You can block internet access for your child's tablet from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM, while your laptop will continue to operate unimpeded. This can be done in the Security -> MAC Filter or Parental Control.

This approach is more flexible than disabling the module completely. It allows for network segmentation. For example, you can disable Wi-Fi for IoT devices (smart light bulbs, sockets), which are often vulnerable, while allowing access only to smartphones and laptops via a secure channel.

Please remember that filter and schedule settings are saved in non-volatile memory. However, resetting the router to factory settings (Factory Reset), all guest profiles and restrictions you created will be deleted, and you will have to set them up again.

Frequently asked questions and troubleshooting

Users often encounter a situation where they lose access to the router after applying settings, and they can't restore it. If you've disabled Wi-Fi and lost connection, the only way to regain control is to connect your computer with an Ethernet cable. The wireless connection will no longer work after disabling the module.

Another problem is settings sticking. Sometimes the router may not apply changes the first time. In this case, try rebooting the device through the web interface (System Tools -> Reboot) or physically turn off the power for 10 seconds. After turning it on, check the status of the indicators.

⚠️ Attention: Interfaces and menu item names may vary depending on the software (firmware) version installed on your router. If you can't find the described items, check the official documentation for your specific model on the manufacturer's website.