You can check your IP address and find the IP address of the router by using the ipconfig command. Now you should be able to connect to the router, and the router should assign you an IP address. The first step is to setup Wi-Fi access on your Laptop/PC using the Wi-Fi details (SSID and password). The BT Home Hub that I use comes with an handy pull out card with the details printed on it, as shown below the SSID of the router, which should come with the documentation.To connect using Wi-Fi you will need to know: To use this you will need to connect to the router using the Ethernet port or Wi-Fi. Using a computer connected using Wi-Fi and a web interface.- Most commonĪlmost all home routers can be setup and managed using a Web interface.Using a computer connected with an Ethernet cable and a web interface.Using a computer connected with a USB cable.There are several ways you can do this,they are: To change the configuration settings of the router you will need to login to the router. The Ethernet ports connect to your devices (computers) on your internal network. Note: newer connection points have the filter built in.įor fibre and cable use the WAN port (wide area network) on the Router to connect to your cable or fibre modem using an Ethernet cable. (ADSL and VDSL)Īlways remember to use the microfilter as without it it may not work or may only work intermittently. The router will have a port labelled DSL this connects using a RJ12 connector to a microfilter and then to your phone line. Wireless Router Setup and Configuration Physical Setup In addition most also have a USB socket for connecting the router to a computer for initial set up. The router shown above is my home router which has 4 Ethernet ports for wired clients, as well as supporting WI-Fi access. On the Local side the router will have a Wi-Fi interface and Ethernet ports. This is used for connecting to a cable modem or fibre modem as shown below: You may also have a broadband/WAN connector. This connects to the telephone network via a broadband filter. On the Internet side the router will may have a single connection labelled DSL which uses a RJ12 telephone connection. Local – This is the local,home,office network.Router Interfaces (ports) and Physical Connections In this tutorial I will explain the various ports available on most routers, and how to set up your router and change common settings. Home routers are usually supplied by an ISP (Internet Service Provider) as part of your Internet package.

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