ASUS RT-AC68U

Ka pai! You’ve chosen to use your own router, which is great — it helps reduce e-waste and is better for the environment. Because this is a BYO router, we won’t be able to provide hands-on support for setup, as there are too many different models on the market. That said, we’ve put together this guide to help you get connected. If you run into any issues, we recommend contacting the retailer or manufacturer for support. Alternatively, if you’d like to use one of our Zeronet routers, get in touch with our team and we’ll happily organise that for you.
 

1. Connect your router to the ONT

Use an Ethernet cable to connect the WAN port on your ASUS RT-AC68U router to the active port on your Optical Network Terminal (ONT). The correct ONT port is usually labelled LAN1 or GE1. Make sure the router is powered on and that your computer or mobile device is connected to the router using Wi-Fi or a LAN cable.

2. Access the router admin interface

Open a web browser on a device connected to the router and enter 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1 into the address bar. When prompted, log in using the default username admin and default password admin. If these details have been changed and are unknown, the router may need to be reset.

3. Set the internet connection type

Once logged in, navigate to WAN and select Internet Connection. Set the WAN Connection Type to Automatic IP. Ensure authentication is set to None, then apply the changes.

4. Configure VLAN settings

Go to the LAN section and open the IPTV tab. Set the ISP Profile to Manual Setting. Enter 10 for the Internet VLAN ID and 0 for Priority. Leave all other fields unchanged and apply the settings.

5. Save and apply settings

After completing the internet and VLAN configuration, confirm that all settings are applied. The router may restart briefly while saving the configuration.

6. Check the internet connection

Once the router has completed the restart, check that the WAN or Internet indicator light is active. Use a connected device to open a website to confirm that the internet connection is working.

7. Troubleshooting connection issues

If the internet does not connect, restart both the ONT and the router by unplugging them from power for 30 seconds before reconnecting. Confirm that the Ethernet cable is securely connected and recheck the internet and VLAN settings in the router admin interface.

8. Reset the router if required

If you are unable to access the router or the configuration is incorrect, reset the router to factory settings. Press and hold the reset button on the back of the router for 10 to 15 seconds until the indicator lights begin flashing. After the reset, log in again using the default credentials and repeat the setup process.