Who's connected to my Huawei Wi-Fi? Check your router in 5 minutes.

Instructions:

1. Download Huawei AI Life from App Store or Google Play.
2. Register or log in with your account Huawei ID (if it doesn't exist, create it).
3. Add your router: click + → Add device → Router.
4. Please select your model (eg. Huawei WS7100) and follow the prompts to connect.
5. After synchronization, go to the section Devices → Connected devices.

The application displays:

• 📱 Device type (smartphone, laptop, TV, etc.);
• 🕒 Connection time;
• 📶 Signal level (useful for identifying devices located outside your apartment).

⚠️ Attention: In some versions of the app, the device monitoring feature may be hidden behind a paid subscription. Huawei CloudBefore purchasing, check if it's available in the free plan.

Method 3: Command Line (for advanced users)

If you prefer to work with console commands, you can get a list of connected devices via arp (Address Resolution Protocol). This method works on Windows, macOS And Linux, but requires minimal knowledge of networks.

Instructions for Windows:

1. Open command line (Win + R → cmd → Enter).
2. Enter the command:

   arp -a

   A table with the IP and MAC addresses of all devices on your local network will appear on the screen.

3. To save the list to a file for analysis, use:

   arp -a > devices.txt

   File devices.txt will appear on the desktop.

Example output:

Disadvantage of the method: command arp -a shows all devices on the network, including those connected via cable. To filter only Wi-Fi clients, you need to manually exclude wired devices (e.g., Smart TV or printer, connected via Ethernet).

Method 4: Third-party network monitoring programs

If standard methods seem complicated, you can use specialized utilities. They visualize a list of devices, show their activity, and even block suspicious connections. Popular programs:

• 🖥️ Wireless Network Watcher (free, for Windows) - scans the network and displays a list with IP, MAC, device manufacturer (by MAC) and time of first detection.
• 📱 Fing (For Android/iOS) - in addition to the list of devices, it checks for open ports and vulnerabilities.
• 🌐 GlassWire (paid, but there is a trial period) - monitors traffic in real time and creates activity graphs.

Example of work Wireless Network Watcher:

1. Download the program from the official website NirSoft (avoid third party sources!).
2. Launch WNetWatcher.exe (no installation required).
3. Click Start ScanningA list of devices will appear after 10–20 seconds.
4. Export the report to HTML or CSV for further analysis.

⚠️ Attention: Some antiviruses (for example, Avast or Kaspersky) can block Wireless Network Watcher as "potentially unsafe software." This is a false positive—please add the program to your exceptions.

Method 5: Viewing router logs (for advanced users)

Routers Huawei lead connection logs, where all events are recorded: logins, authentication errors, settings changes. Logs help identify not only current connections but also hacking attempts (for example, Wi-Fi password brute force).

How to view logs:

1. Go to the router's web interface (see Method 1).
2. Go to the section System Tools → System Log or Advanced → Logs.
3. Please note the lines with:
   • 🔐 WLAN authentication successful — successful connection;
   • ⚠️ WLAN authentication failed - unsuccessful login attempt;
   • 🔄 DHCP lease — assigning an IP address to the device.

In the logs of some models (for example, Huawei B315) displays the MAC addresses of devices that attempted to connect but failed authentication. This will help identify intruders even if they weren't able to hack your Wi-Fi.

What to do if a suspicious device is found?

Found an unfamiliar gadget online? Follow these steps:

1. Check the MAC address. Enter it into a search engine (for example, vendor lookup a4:b1:e5) - many services (for example, MAC Vendors) will show the manufacturer. If this Xiaomi, and you don’t have devices of this brand - a clear sign of an outsider.
2. Change your Wi-Fi password:
   1. Log into your router's web interface.
   2. Go to WLAN → Security Settings.
   3. Select encryption type WPA2-PSK (or WPA3, if supported).
   4. Create a complex password (at least 12 characters, with numbers and special characters).
3. Enable MAC filtering (optional):
   1. In the section WLAN → MAC Filter Add MAC addresses of your devices.
   2. Set the mode Allow (allow only specified addresses).

   ⚠️ Attention: MAC filtering isn't foolproof—a skilled attacker can spoof the address. Use it as an additional precaution.

4. Update your router firmwareOutdated versions of the software contain vulnerabilities. The update is available in the section System Tools → Update.

If the suspicious device continues to appear after changing the password, your router may be infected with malware (eg. Mirai botnet). In this case, only full reset (button Reset on the rear panel) and manual reconfiguration.

How to prevent unauthorized connections in the future?

The best defense is proactive. Follow these recommendations to minimize risks:

• 🔒 Disable WPSThis feature simplifies connection, but is vulnerable to attacks. In the web interface, find WLAN → WPS and deactivate.
• 🌐 Change the network SSID. Don't use standard names like Huawei-1234The name should not contain personal information (such as last name or address).
• 📡 Hide the network (Disable the broadcast SSID). This won't make it inaccessible to experienced hackers, but it will stop random "neighbors." The option is in WLAN → Basic Settings → Hide SSID.
• ⏱️ Set up a Wi-Fi scheduleIf the network is not used at night, turn it off automatically (section WLAN → Schedule).
• 🛡️ Use a guest network For friends. It's isolated from the main network and has a separate password.

For models with support Huawei HomeSec (For example, Huawei AX3) the function is available protection from attacks. Enable it in the section Security → HomeSec — the router will automatically block suspicious activity.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about Huawei Wi-Fi connections

Is it possible to see what websites a connected device is visiting?

No, a router. Huawei does not keep a log of visited websites. This requires specialized programs (for example, OpenDNS) or setting up a proxy server. However, you can block access to certain resources through Parental control in the web interface.

Why does the device list show "Unknown" with my MAC address?

This could be:

• Your device, which has name broadcasting disabled (for example, Linux-a car or some IoT-gadgets).
• A device with a spoofed MAC address (rare, but possible during an attack).
• Router error (reboot it).

Check MAC address via ipconfig /all (Windows) or ifconfig (Linux/macOS).

How to block a device by MAC address?

In the router's web interface:

1. Go to DHCP → DHCP Clients.
2. Find the desired MAC address and copy it.
3. Open WLAN → MAC Filter.
4. Add MAC to blacklist (Deny).

Please note: the blocking will be reset after rebooting the router if you do not save the settings.

Can a Huawei router notify about new connections automatically?
The stock firmware does not support push notifications. However:
• In the appendix AI Life You can set up notifications (see Method 2).
• Third-party programs like Fing or GlassWire can send alerts.
• Some custom firmware (for example, OpenWRT) support integration with Telegram- notification bots.
What should I do if my router is hacked and I can't access the settings?

Sequence of actions:

1. Disconnect the router from the Internet (remove the WAN cable).
2. Reset settings with the button Reset (hold for 10-15 seconds).
3. Connect to the router via cable and log into the web interface with factory data (admin/admin).
4. Update your firmware to the latest version.
5. Reconfigure the network using a strong password.

If your router continues to behave suspiciously (for example, changing its settings on its own), it may be infected. malwareIn this case, please contact support. Huawei or replace the device.