How to set up TP-Link AX6000 for nbn HFC

Please follow the steps below to set up your TP-Link AX6000.

  1. Ensure your nbn Connection Box is turned on.
  2. Plug an Ethernet cable from the UNI-D1 port or 2.5G port on your nbn Connection Box into the blue WAN port on your TP-Link router.
    TP-Link AX6000 WAN port
  3. Plug in the power cable and turn your AX6000 on using the Power button.
  4. Connect a device to your AX6000 via WiFi or Ethernet cable and go to http://192.168.1.1 in your browser.
  5. Log in with your TP-Link username and password. By default these are:
    Username: admin
    Password: admin
  6. On the home screen, select Advanced and Network.
  7. Select Internet option.
  8. Select PPPoE as Internet Connection Type.
  9. Enter your iiNet Username and Password.
  10. Select IPTV option and enabled IPTV.
  11. Select Custom from ISP Profile.
  12. If your nbn plan was activated before 1 March 2023 or you have nbn Phone included in your service, more settings are needed. Enter 2 for Internet VLAN ID and 0 for Internet VLAN Priority and enable 802.1Q Tag.
  13. Select Save.

Your TP-Link AX6000 should now be online. If you're still having issues, please see Improving WiFi Signal or call us on 13 22 58 for further assistance.

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