Making Your Connection - Telstra T-BOX User Manual

You can ask your local Telstra store or partner for advice on home networking
accessories such as Home Network Extenders, compatible modems and plans
or call us on 13 2200.

maKinG YoUr ConneCtion

There are three ways to connect your T-Box to the internet:
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1. Use the Ethernet network cable (Recommended)
If your Home Network Gateway or modem is close enough to your T-Box, you'll
get the best speeds by using the Ethernet network cable provided to connect them.
If your T-Box is a long distance away from your modem, we recommend that you
use a Home Network Extender such as Ruckus or Power line to connect your T-Box
to the Home Network Gateway in order to improve the quality of internet connection.
When you get to the Internet Connection step, follow the on-screen instructions:
Select 'Connect via Ethernet' on the screen.
Make sure you've connected the Ethernet network cable provided from your
T-Box to your Home Network Gateway/modem. Press OK when asked and wait
a few seconds to activate the connection. The connection will be confirmed on
screen after a few seconds, and you can move onto the next step.
2. Use Wi-Fi for a wireless connection
Although it is recommended that you connect your T-Box to the modem/
Home Network Gateway using Ethernet cable directly or using a Home
Network Extender device such as Powerline or Ruckus, if you can't link
your T-Box and Home Network Gateway with an Ethernet cable, a Wi-Fi
connection could be an option.
When connecting by Wi-Fi you need to be aware that there are lots of factors
which will impact the speed of your connection, including the distance between
your T-Box and the Wi-Fi gateway, what's in between the two of them, and
potentially interference from other electrical devices. In some situations your
T-Box may not be able to locate your Wi-Fi home network, in which case you'll
need to either move things around or use the Ethernet cable provided.
You can setup Wi-Fi with your T-Box in a couple of ways - either with a password
or by using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS).
Before you start setting up your Wi-Fi connection for your T-Box, ensure that
your Wi-Fi modem is powered on.
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