My.T 100 Mbps - User Guide

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1 My.T 100 Mbps - User Guide

2 table of contents 03 Benefits 04 Your Wi-Fi router - Front view - Back view - Side view 07 Offering you the best experience is our priority 08 Where to position your Wi-Fi router 09 Getting started - Connecting via Wi-Fi - Connecting your PC / laptop to the router via a LAN cable 12 How to change my Wi-Fi name & password 14 Wi-Fi Automatic Shutdown 16 Tips: Not getting 100 Mbps?

3 benefits You will experience the best internet speed, brought to you by Mauritius Telecom. Here are some benefits of your Wi-Fi router: Live Streaming, more choice Connect to the only ultra-fast fibre network engineered for the best video streaming experience with a download speed of up to 100 Mbps Faster downloads, faster sharing, faster synchronising Massive files download within minutes Phenomenal Wi-Fi experience Your Wi-Fi experience is our priority. Enjoy a hassle-free wireless connection on all your devices simultaneously Easy access to amazing contents Access to a wide variety of My.T channels: cinema, series, documentaries, sports, news, youth, kids and music... Connect with the world from the comfort of your home! Best international call rates offered by Mauritius Telecom 03

4 Wi-Fi router back view The back panel has several ports as illustrated in below: RJ 45 / LAN ports USB ports Optical port (Remove cover) RJ 11 / POTS ports Power port 04

5 Wi-Fi router front view The front panel has several LEDs which help you understand the status of your router. LAN 1-4 Wi-Fi 5GHz TEL ports Wi-Fi 2.4GHz USB 1&2 05

6 Wi-Fi router side view On the side panel, there are the WLAN and WPS buttons. WLAN switch WPS switch Note: The WPS key can be used to pair devices (ex: Wi-Fi extenders, printers) to your router without accessing configuration settings. 06

7 offering you the best experience is our priority! You will experience the best internet speed, brought to you by Mauritius Telecom. Everyone can stream movies, music and more online at the same time, on multiple devices, enjoying unlimited downloads. You can access your network from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your Wi-Fi router. The range of your Wi-Fi connection can vary significantly depending on the physical placement of your router. 07

8 where to position your Wi-Fi router? At the center of the area where your computers and other devices (smart TV, smartphone, laptops) are placed. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the Wi-Fi router and your other devices to a minimum. Mirrors, sunlight, bricks and concrete can also affect the strength of your Wi-Fi signal. Place your Wi-Fi router in an elevated location such as on a high shelf. Away from electronic equipment (e.g. ceiling fans, home security systems, microwaves, PCs, or the base of a cordless phone). These are potential sources of interference. Place the router centrally for best home coverage 08

9 getting started You can connect to the Internet: Via Wi-Fi Via cable (LAN or RJ45 cable) Two networks are available via your router: Your experience is never compromised. The 5GHz Wi-Fi network is free from interference by household appliances. * Depends on positioning of the router, Wi-Fi coverage and attenuation 09

10 getting started - via Wi-Fi Two Wi-Fi networks are available: 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network (speed up to 40 Mbps*) 5 GHz Wi-Fi network (speed up to 100 Mbps*) Depending on your device compatibility (smartphone/ PC/ laptop/ smart TV/ others), you might be able to see both Wi-Fi networks or only the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network. devices supporting 2.4 GHz network 2.4 GHz WiFi network up to 40 Mbps* smartphone laptop tablet PC internet wireless router 5 GHz WiFi network up to 100 Mbps* devices supporting 5 GHz network smartphone laptop tablet PC * Depends on positioning of the router, Wi-Fi coverage and attenuation 10

11 getting started - via cable (LAN/ RJ45) Connect the RJ45 cable from the either of LAN ports 1 or 4 of the router to the LAN port of your PC/ laptop. LAN 1 RJ45 laptop internet wireless router LAN RJ45 PC Depending on your device compatibility (PC/ laptop/ others), you will be automatically connected to the 5GHz network. Otherwise, you will be connected to the 2.4GHz network. Great to know! Best internet speed is guaranteed on the 5GHz network via a LAN cable which is free from wireless interference. 11

12 change my Wi-Fi name & password 1. Enter in the address field of your browser. The welcome screen appears. 2. Insert your username and password and click on Login Username: telecomadmin Password: admintelecom 3. Select WLAN from the top menu. You will be re-directed to the 2.4G Basic Network Settings. 4. In the SSID Name field, insert the name you wish to have for your Wi-Fi network at home. 12

13 change my Wi-Fi name & password (cont d) 5. In the WPA PreSharedKey field, insert the password you wish to for your Wi-Fi network 6. Click on Apply 7. Select 5G Basic Network Settings from the column appearing on the left and complete the steps Your router will restart automatically. You may then select the new Wi-Fi network name from your device (smartphone/ tablet/ laptop/ PC) and insert the new password

14 disabling your Wi-Fi at night or during the day You can disable the Wi-Fi network for a specific period of time by following the steps below: 1. Enter in the address field of your browser. The welcome screen appears. 2. Insert your username and password and click on Login Username: telecomadmin Password: admintelecom 3. Select WLAN from the top menu. You will be re-directed to 2.4G Basic Network Settings. 4. On the column appearing on the left, select Automatic Wi-Fi Shutdown 3 4 Note: This would NOT stop the wired internet connection from working. 14

15 disabling your Wi-Fi at night or during the day (cont d) 5. Tick the box next to Enable automatic Wi-Fi shutdown 6. Insert the start time, end time and the days 7. Click on Apply 8. Go to System Tools 9. On the column appearing on the left, click on Configuration File 10. Click on Save 11. You may then log out from the interface by clicking on Logout from the top right corner 15

16 Tips: Not getting 100 Mbps? go through the steps below 1. Connect your laptop/ PC to the one of the LAN ports 1/ 3/ 4 of the router using the LAN cable (RJ 45). 2. Log on to You may also download the Speedtest app on your smartphone. 3. Select a local server (Port-Louis/ Rose-Hill/ Floreal) 4. Click on Begin test 5. If you are getting near to 100 Mbps, this means that your connection is good. Good to know! The Wi-Fi network of 5GHz can provide up to 100 Mbps. However, several factors affect your speed: Your 100 Mbps experience will depend on the number of devices connected to the router. As you move away from the router, the speed shall degrade as per the physical radio environment. Stay close to your wireless router for a better experience. Wireless routers from neighboring houses can also impact on your speed. Make sure you position your router in a place which is free from obstructions. Refer to page 8 to get some ideas! You can check your volume consumption online. For more details, us on info@myt.mu 16