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Router Device

Key ports:

  • Fiber Port
  • 4x Giga-Ethernet LAN Ports (For Internet, IPTV and Super Wi-Fi via cable)
  • 1x Telephone Ports (2 Ports for Model: HG8245W5-6T)
  • Wi-Fi 5 Dual-Band (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz)
  • 1x USB Port

Buttons:

  • Power ON/OFF hardware button
  • WLAN ON/OFF button
  • WPS button (For Super Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi pairing)
  • Reset button (Long press for factory restore)

Where to Place Your Router

  1. Place indoors only — never outdoors or in outdoor cabinets
  2. Can be placed on a desk or mounted on a wall (do NOT install on ceiling).
  3. Keep at least 10 cm clearance around for ventilation.
  4. Avoid placing near strong magnetic devices (e.g., microwave ovens).

How to mount the router on a Wall:

  1. Mark two spots on the wall matching the router mounting holes.
  2. Drill holes with proper size drill bit and install expansion bolts.
  3. Insert screws into bolts, leaving 5mm from wall.
  4. Hang the router securely onto the screws.

How to connect to your Wi-Fi network manually

  1. Open your mobile Wi-Fi settings.
  2. Find and select the Wi-Fi name (SSID) shown on your router’s label.
  3. Enter the password (WLAN Key) from the same label.
  4. Make sure you connect to the Wi-Fi name on the label.

How to connect to your Wi-Fi via Wi-Fi QR code

  1. Open your mobile camera
  2. Scan the QR on your router’s label.
  3. The mobile will automatically connect to the Wi-Fi

How to Log In to Your Router Management Page

  1. Ensure your phone or computer is connected to the router's Wi-Fi network.
  2. Open Browser: Launch any web browser (e.g., Chrome or Safari) on your device.
  3. Go to URL: Type 192.168.1.1 into the address bar at the very top and press Enter.
  4. Enter the login credentials found on the router's back nameplate label.
  5. Log In: Click the "Log In" button to access your configuration dashboard.

How to Change Your Wi-Fi Name & Password

  1. Ensure that you have passed the login page and are on the main dashboard.
  2. Click on the "Wi-Fi configuration Icon" located on the top right side of the page.
  3. Enter your new Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password for the 2.4G network.
  4. Enter your new Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password for the 5G network.
  5. Click “Save” to apply the changes.

How to Change Your Router Login Password

  1. Ensure that you have passed the login page and are on the main dashboard.
  2. Click on the " Router button on the left of the USB Icon".
  3. Enter your current password.
  4. Type in your new password.
  5. Confirm the new password.
  6. Click “Save” to apply the changes.

What is MAC Filtering?

It's a security feature that lets you control which devices can connect to your Wi-Fi by their unique identifiers (MAC addresses). You can use it to block specific unauthorized devices or create a strict access list.

  1. Ensure that you have passed the login page and are on the main dashboard.
  2. Click on the "Wi-Fi Devices icon" to see a list of connected devices.
  3. Click on "Application" for the device you need to restrict.
  4. Choose the device you want to block from the dropdown list.
  5. Select "MAC Filter" then ensure that it is enabled and the mode is set to blacklist.
  6. Choose the device you want to block from the dropdown list.
  7. Click “Apply” to save your changes.

What is parental control?

It is a security feature that allows you to manage internet access on your network by setting time limits, blocking specific websites, and controlling which devices can connect during certain hours.

  1. Ensure that you have passed the login page and are on the main dashboard.
  2. Navigate to Advanced > Security > Parental Control.
  3. Click on “Template”, then “New”.
  4. Enter a name for the template (e.g., "Children's Devices").
  5. Click “Next”, then “New” to set the time restrictions.
  6. Set the start and end times for internet access.
  7. Select the days this rule applies.
  8. Check both boxes to apply the rule all day, every day.
  9. Click “Apply”, then “Next”.
  10. Enable website filtering to block or allow specific websites.
  11. Click “New” and choose the filtering mode:
  12. Blacklist to block specific websites
  13. Whitelist to allow only specified websites.
  14. Enter the website URLs you want to block or allow.
  15. Click “Apply”, then “Finish”.
  16. Go to overview and click “New”.
  17. Select the devices to apply this template.
  18. Choose the template you created.
  19. Click “Apply”.
  20. Repeat steps 14–17 for other devices as needed.

LED indicators:

Power light:

  • On (Green): The router is powered and working.
  • Off: No power — check if the power adapter is plugged in properly.

PON LED

  • On (Green): The router is connected to the Vodafone network.
  • Off: No network signal detected — check the fiber cable is plugged in or contact support (call 2828 or WhatsApp 01070000000).

LOS LED

  • Off: Good — means the fiber cable signal is normal.
  • On: Problem with fiber connection — check the cable or contact support.

LAN LED

  • On (Green): Ethernet cable is plugged in and working.
  • Blinking: Data is being sent or received.
  • Off: No cable connected.

TEL LED

  • On (Green): Phone service is ready.
  • Blinking slowly: Phone service is temporarily unavailable.
  • Off: Phone service is off.
  • If not green, contact support.

WLAN LED

  • On (Green): Wi-Fi is turned on.
  • Blinking: Data is being sent or received over Wi-Fi.
  • Off: Wi-Fi is turned off.

WPS LED

  • On (Green): WPS (Super Wi-Fi pairing) is active.
  • Blinking: A device is connecting via WPS.
  • Off: WPS is off.
  • To activate WPS, press and hold the WLAN/WPS button for more than 3 seconds.

*If you’re still having issues, don’t hesitate to call Vodafone support at 2828, or send a WhatsApp message to 01070000000.

Router Device

Key ports:

  • Wi-Fi or cable uplink
  • 3x Giga-Ethernet WAN/LAN ports
  • Wi-Fi 5 dual band (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz)

Interfaces & buttons:

  • WPS and pairing button
  • Reset button
  • Ethernet ports
  • LED indicator
  • Power port

Step 1: Power on the super Wi-Fi device beside the ONT/Router

  • Connect the power adapter to the Super Wi-Fi product positioned beside the ONT/Router.
  • Wait until the WPS LED on the ONT/Router begins flashing green

Step 2: Pairing super Wi-Fi with the ONT/Router

  • Short press the ONT/Router’s WPS button, wait until the WPS LED is solid green.
  • Wait until the Super Wi-Fi LED turns solid white.

Step 3: Relocate the super Wi-Fi and follow the below guidelines

  • The super Wi-Fi should be away from the microwave, cordless telephone, and metal objects.
  • Ensure that the super Wi-Fi is placed no more than 7-8 meters away from the router.
  • Make sure there is only one wall and minimal obstacles between the ONT/Router and Super Wi-Fi.
  • The super Wi-Fi’s height should be 1.2 m - 1.5 m from the ground.

Step 4: Use LinkHome application for Wi-Fi management

  • Download and install LinkHome application
  • Ensure that your mobile is connected to Wi-Fi
  • Open the LinkHome application and Enjoy using app to control and manage your Wi-Fi.

LED Indicators:

  • Steady White: super Wi-Fi is working and Internet is available.
  • Steady White: super Wi-Fi is working and Internet is available.
  • Steady Red: super Wi-Fi is not connected to the ONT/Router or Internet access is unavailable.
  • Blinking red slowly: The super Wi-Fi detected the ONT/Router that can be paired.
  • Blinking red quickly: The super Wi-Fi is performing the pairing process with the ONT/Router.
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