Setting up Airtel 5G smartbox Router
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- Опубликовано: 24 мар 2024
- Easy setting up of the Airtel 5G Smartbox router. Get the best configuration for the Airtel 5G Smartbox router.
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Thank you for this bro.
Very helpful, thank you
Glad it helped. Thank you for watching 🙏
Does it come with its own SIM card?
Or do i have to register a new one for it.
Cuz i only have 1 SIM which is my personal sim
It comes with a SIM which you have to register
Good evening bro, is it possible to add an antenna to the 5G router, I bought it hoping to boost my browsing but the network is poor in my area
Not there officially.
Very helpful
Glad it helped🤗 Thanks for watching 🙏
Please help. My router is flashing red. Tried 3 sims. Still the same. Just got it today
What's flashing red exactly?. If it's the Network Light. Then most likely you input the SIM card wrongly. Check simcard
1. What is the use of the type c port?
2. Should you run the router from the UPS and have the UPS connected to mains?
1. For Router configuration
2. Yes that's one of the ways. But you can also connect power directly to the Router
Hello thanks for the tips, i need an idea on how to unlock that 5g box to all networks. Thanks bro
Will work on a solution in the future. Just got the piece. Still studying it
bro please has yours started working ?
I’m having the same issues and it’s frustrating
@@user-cn8nz8fh5x I got the pro version and it accepts other network.
Can i plug in the power directly to the router or it's a must that it goes through the adapter first
Yes you can plug into power directly. The only side is if electricity goes off, your internet will also go off. So if you were doing something very important like Livestream or zoom meeting it will go off. That's why the power bank is useful
@@PlugCentralUG so should I plug everything together? So that even tho electricity goes off the router is still powered on
That's right. When electricity goes you stay running no worries
I bought the smartbox pro version a weeek ago.
How many hours .. does it take to be. Fully charged?
About 3 hours hours approximately
Hello sir if i have another simcard that is not airtel can i use
The router is locked. Only Airtel will work
@@PlugCentralUG thnks for ur reply.I need this same model that works all network can i get if u knw please
You'll need to get someone to unlock it since Airtel doesn't give them out open to other networks
How do configure this router to increase on signal coverage
By default it's broadcasting highly. But in setting you can change directions of the signals. By default it's set to all direction.
The method I may see fit for you is place the router somewhere raised and away from destruction.
How to check how much data I've used over a period of time
For some reason Airtel blocked checking via the router. But maybe it's just on my router. Try login via 192.168.1.1 then on the left Tap USSI input *131# and see if it will work. On mine it just times out
Does it have WiFi security
Yes it does
Hi what is the advantage of having one wifi network compared to two.
Having 1 network combines both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fis. Some advantages are simplified network management Users only need to connect to one network, reducing confusion and making it easier to manage devices.
2. Better performance. The router automatically chooses the best band (wifi) for each device
3. Smooth transition. Devices switch between bands seamlessly without any interruptions or reconnecting manually
Hope that helps 🙏
@@PlugCentralUG Thankyou Brother
4G, 5G and signal at the top are off. How can I troubleshoot this issue? Does this mean the SIM card is not properly placed. Stuck at this issue for ages now
If the SIM card is not placed in well the light at the top 📶 will flash red multiple times
If sim card is inserted well and the problem persists, resetting could solve your problem. The reset button is at the bottom just close to where the SIM card slot is.
Hello have you been able to fixe yours ? I have the same issue
4G, 5G and signal at the top are off. How can I troubleshoot this issue?
It was working and just went off on its own
Please reset the router. It should fix the issue
Great video but mine is showing the light for power and wifi only. The rest light is off.
Give it time as it sets up. One thing I noticed is the router takes a long time to start up. Over a minute.
Same issue. Wasn’t like that before. Maybe happening since I reset it
@@ola...o1009bro please has yours started working ?
I’m having the same issues and it’s frustrating
Try this. Reset the router then, when you loggin the Router settings. Go to Internet Function >Network Settings> Network Mode. Make sure 5GSA + NSA/4G is selectedTry this. Reset the router, when you loggin the Router settings. Go to Internet Function >Network Settings> Network Mode. Make sure 5GSA + NSA/4G is selected. Then under network configuration make sure data switch is on
does it have wifi 6
Yes it has wifi 6 - 802.11ax
How can Conect Anttena To use big Signal
Not applicable on this type, unless when you are doing a DIY
Why network for upload and Facebook slows from evening and at night... Any solution
Are you using VPN? VPN usually gets a Abit slow compared to a normal network.
Then 2, night is just peak time. A lot of people are using the Internet so generally it gets slow
@@PlugCentralUG you know you can't use Facebook on it without VPN
what is the use of the USB C port..?
For Router configuration. It's not a user side port so charging, and any other thing you would use as a normal user is not possible on this router
Can i add multiple USSID
Not exactly. But you have two network provisions. One 5GHz and the other a 2.4GHz wifi
please, it is advisable to directly plug the charger to the router
Rephrase this. Is this a question or a statement ?
Pls how can I get it up. Am in Nigeria
Sorry you'll have to look for a provider in Nigeria. I do in Uganda alone for now
I HAVE BLOCKED THE MAC ADDRESS OF AN UNKNOWN DEVICE , I HAVE CHANGED PASSWORD NUMBER OF TIMES, BUT ITS STILL CONNECTED AND SHOWING ON MY DHCP CONNECTED LIST? WHAT SHOULD I DO? TEACH ME TO USE ANOTHER METHOD TO BLOCK PEOPLE FROM MY WIFI
With this device, they will stay connected but the Internet won't work on that blocked devixe
How do I block people who scan, I got a router for business at school but I'm making losses 😢😢
How can i check people who are connected on it
Go to 192.168.1.1 in your browser > Login> on the left Tap System status>DHCP information > Device list
@@PlugCentralUG How can i block someone who i dont want to use my wifi?
Or how too set Limit of number of users
@@jaymarhiten4780 -Login the router control panel
-On the left tap Firewall, then select Filtering rules
-On the right under filtering rules tap MAC Filtering
Then tap Add Rule. Under IPv4/IPv6 select IPv4/IPv6
Then under MAC address input the MAC address of the devices you dont want on the network
Then Under remark you can put the name of the device or userof the device, whatever fits your preference
Can I put tugabane
Not anymore
I need clarification, my tugabane was successfully added and I see the data on the dependent line, but it's not working. Do I need to buy a second 5g router for it to work because in the phone it's not working
Airtel stopped Tugabane from working with the 5G smartbox
Is it truly no cap data. I mean unlimited data ?
There is data cap. Speeds reduce after certain speeds
@@PlugCentralUG thanks for the quick response. But data still works right ?
What! You mean there is a limit on the bandwidth used.
By time they reduce the speed right the Mbps goes down@@PlugCentralUG
Mine stopped working even if i search for WiFi around mine doesn't show on my phone whst is the problem yet it is on
Are you in Uganda?
How do see people connected on it?
Go to 192.168.1.1 in your browser > Login> on the left Tap System status>DHCP information > Device list
How can I remove someone connected
How do i disconnect a device from the router
-Login the router control panel
-On the left tap Firewall, then select Filtering rules
-On the right under filtering rules tap MAC Filtering
Then tap Add Rule. Under IPv4/IPv6 select IPv4/IPv6
Then under MAC address input the MAC address of the devices you dont want on the network
Then Under "remark" you can put the name of the device or user of the device, whatever fits your preference
Thanks bro so what are the data packages
You're welcome. I talked about the bundles in the unboxing video on the channel.
Right now In Uganda the Unlimited Bundles are priced:
10Mbps 130k
20Mbps 170k
40Mbps 250k
60Mbps 350k
@@PlugCentralUG Thank you bro. So it's free to get only subscription fee needed? Thanks lemme sub
Yes, it's free. Just get a subscription. I linked a number in the description of this video in case you want to buy it. Thanks for the sub ☺️
How can I connect more people on my 5G smart box using different password
I don't understand the question.
@@PlugCentralUG he's asking if he can configure his router to let different people connect with different passwords. E.g. so his mum can connect with her unique password, his son can connect with his unique password, and his neighbor can connect with his unique password. That way, everyone has a separate password.
It doesn't have profiles
can i play games and stream and download movies
Yes you can. Though it will depend on the plan you buy especially if you are many people using simultaneously
Can you connect vpn
Yes the router has VPN support though haven't yesterday it yet
How to access vpn
Are you Mwagalwa?
What?
@@PlugCentralUGHow many hours can that battery last when disconnected from the power.
Between 3 hours to 8 hours depending on the devices connected
@@PlugCentralUG thx
How to block some connected devices from the list?
-Login the router control panel
-On the left tap Firewall, then select Filtering rules
-On the right under filtering rules tap MAC Filtering
Then tap Add Rule. Under IPv4/IPv6 select IPv4/IPv6
Then under MAC address input the MAC address of the devices you dont want on the network
Then Under "remark" you can put the name of the device or user of the device, whatever fits your preference
i will make a video next week further explaining how to block users. Make sure your subscribed so you don't miss it
est-ce que ce box a une adresse IP publique statique?
parce-que j'ai besoin d'accéder à mon ordinateur depuis internet
The IP address is dynamic, ISP assigns on every restart. But you can assign your computer a static IP address,then use ddns and port fowarding
@@PlugCentralUG merci,meme avec le smartbox 4G,il possede un ip publique?
Mine showing just powe light nd wifi light
If the SIM card was inserted right. Give it time. It takes over a minute to fully power on.
Kindly share solution if you’ve resolved this
@@ola...o1009 please has yours started working ?
I’m having the same issues and it’s frustrating
please has yours started working ?
I’m having the same issues and it’s frustrating
Had the same issue after a reset. Connect your mobile device to the router and login the admin page. Navigate to Internet function > SIM function > SIM switch. Click the drop down and select External SIM card and save. That should solve it.
Is it unlocked??
It's locked to Airtel
Mine only shows power on light and WiFi light. I hate this WiFi
It takes long to fully start. If it still fails. Reset the router. Find a pin and press the reset button under the router for about 7 seconds then follow the set up process again
Please any news on yours ? Has it started working ?
Try this. Reset the router then, when you loggin the Router settings. Go to Internet Function >Network Settings> Network Mode. Make sure 5GSA + NSA/4G is selectedTry this. Reset the router, when you loggin the Router settings. Go to Internet Function >Network Settings> Network Mode. Make sure 5GSA + NSA/4G is selected. Then under network configuration make sure data switch is on
How many devices can be connected
32 Users Maximum
There where you login as admin and password as admin, can I change the password and login details?
Price
250k in Uganda.
Here is a video where I break down the prices
ruclips.net/video/4rI_HGLnbGo/видео.htmlsi=hYjnNa6sAMZUjrLe
50-60k in Nigeria
Is it really unlimited ?
It depends how you see it.
Fair usage policy for 10 Mbs you get 500gb when it gets over speed is cut to 2 Mbps
Other speeds
20 Mbps 1000GB when over cuts to 2 Mbps
40 Mbps 1500GB cuts to 2Mbps
60 Mbps 2500GB cuts to 2Mbps
I don’t understand what you mean by that is it unlimited or does it have a limit
It's unlimited. You can use it without a data limit. It's the speed that goes down Incase you exceed a particular set data depending on the speed you buy. Hope that helps now
How to block people
How to set Limit of users
You could use IP address Reservation under the DHCP settings but that may be complicated. The easy method I see is Hide the Wi-Fi network and then limit users
To limit users logging to the router then on the left Tap Wifi settings. Then tap 2.4G Wifi Advanced settings then under Max station choose the number of users you want on the network
Then go to 5G Wifi Advanced settings Under Max station choose the number of users you want.
@@PlugCentralUG thank you bro
-Login the router control panel
-On the left tap Firewall, then select Filtering rules
-On the right under filtering rules tap MAC Filtering
Then tap Add Rule. Under IPv4/IPv6 select IPv4/IPv6
Then under MAC address input the MAC address of the devices you dont want on the network
Then Under remark you can put the name of the device or userof the device, whatever fits your preference
Mine isn’t even working
How? Is it first time use? Power button is at the bottom. What exactly isn't working?
Very poor design
Please help. My router is flashing red. Tried 3 sims. Still the same. Just got it today