Huawei EchoLife Optical Network Terminal (HG8546M)

The Huawei EchoLife HG8546M is a versatile Optical Network Terminal (ONT) designed for fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) and small office (SOHO) networks. It integrates a GPON modem, a 4-port Ethernet switch, and a wireless access point, delivering ultra-broadband connectivity, high-speed data transfer, and VoIP support. Compact, energy-efficient, and easy to deploy, the HG8546M ensures stable and reliable home or office network performance while supporting voice, data, and video services simultaneously.

Product Features

Ethernet Ports

Equipped with one Gigabit Ethernet (GE) port and three Fast Ethernet (FE) ports (10/100 Mbps) to connect multiple wired devices with high-speed data transfer.

Voice Port

One POTS (RJ11) port supports VoIP and landline connectivity using SIP and H.248 protocols, enabling seamless voice communication.

Wireless Connectivity

2.4 GHz Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n) with 2×2 MIMO dual external antennas provides up to 300 Mbps wireless transmission for reliable home or office coverage.

USB Port

One USB 2.0 port supports local file sharing or printer server functions with a maximum current of 1A.

Optical Interface

SC/UPC GPON port (Class B+) following ITU-T G.984 standards, with upstream at 1310 nm and downstream at 1490 nm, delivering high-speed fiber connectivity.

High-Speed Transfer

Supports up to 2.5 Gbps downlink and 1.25 Gbps uplink, ensuring fast and stable internet access for multiple users.

Dual-Mode XPON Support

Some variants support both GPON and EPON networks, allowing flexible deployment across different fiber infrastructures.

Layer 3 Routing

Provides high-performance forwarding for VoIP, Internet, and HD video services, with GE line-rate forwarding and up to 900 Mbit/s NAT performance.

Management Options

Local web GUI and remote management via TR069, OMCI, SNMP, or Telnet allow easy configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

VLAN and Multicast Support

Supports port-based VLAN, 1:1 VLAN, N:1 VLAN, QinQ VLAN, and IGMP v2/v3 snooping for efficient network traffic management.

Product Specifications

• Dimensions: 176 x 138.5 x 28 mm (other sources list 240 x 160 x 35 mm)
• Weight: Approximately 0.5 kg
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (some variants up to 50°C)
• Operating Humidity: 5% to 95% RH (non-condensing)
• Power Supply: DC 12V, 1A–1.5A via AC adapter (100V–240V input)
• Power Consumption: 3.1W–4.5W (idle), 11.5W–15W (maximum load)
• Antenna Gain: 2 dBi (standard) or 5 dBi (variants)
• GPON Port: SC/UPC (or SC/APC in some variants)
• Ethernet Ports: 1 GE + 3 FE
• Wireless Standard: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n, 2×2 MIMO, max 300 Mbps
• Voice Protocols: G.711A/μ, G.729a/b, G.722
• USB Port: USB 2.0, max current 1A