Aussie Broadband Modem Settings (Know The Best Settings!)

Are you looking for the correct Aussie broadband modem settings? You’ve just found them!

If you have your router or a provider router, this guide will help you with the configuration of the Aussie broadband settings.

However, there are quite a few things to learn since the settings vary based on your nbn instalment, such as accessing your router and the nbn-specific settings.

The Aussie broadband settings that you must configure your modem with are – HDCP/Dynamic or iPoE connection type, automatic IP address and assignment of VDSL interface.

If you’re unsure how to find those settings, continue reading!

Aussie Broadband Modem Settings – Everything to Know!

If you have your modem and would like to set up the machine to work with your Aussie Broadband nbn box, you’ll need to learn a few networking stuff.

First, you must know how to access your router’s settings.

Many routers on the market have ever-changing interfaces, so we’ve prepared a quick guide for the most popular user choices.

How to Access My Router Settings?

1. First, you must connect a PC to the router’s Wi-Fi or Ethernet.
2. Info: You don’t need internet access, only a network connection.
3. Then, you must open a web browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox).
4. To access the router’s settings, you must insert the login address.

• TP-Link – 192.168.1.1
• Netgear – 192.168.1.1
• Huawei – 192.168.1.1
• D-Link – 192.168.0.1
• Asus – 192.168.1.1
• Fritzbox – 192.168.178.1

You will be prompted to insert the login username and password.

The default details are on the bottom of your router, imprinted on a sticker.

If you have changed your login credentials recently and forgotten them, you’ll need to factory reset your router and use the defaults.

Now that you can access the router’s control panel let’s configure the settings!

Aussie Broadband FTTN Modem Settings

Note: The Aussie settings below also apply for FTTB installation!

The FTTB/FTTN are building connections that provide an existing socket at the premises.

This type of connection requires a router compatible with VDSL2, so routers that only support ADSL and VDSL1 will not work.

Typically, there must be a beige or grey cable from the telephone socket that you must plug into the DSL input on your router/modem. 

When this is done, you’ll need to log in to your router and configure the following settings:

• Internet Connection Type: DHCP, Dynamic or IPoE
• VLAN: No ID is required
• IP Address: Obtain IP Address Automatically
• SRA: Enabled (does not exist on all routers)
• Interface Type/DSL Mode: VDSL
• Internet Provider (ISP): Other or Not Listed
• ISP Credentials: “No, my ISP does not require”
• G.998.4/G.INP: Enabled
• G.993.5/G.Vector: Enabled
• Save Our Showtime (SOS): Enabled
• Robust Overhead Channel (ROC): Enabled
• VDSL2 Profiles: 17a
• VDSL2 PBC VCI/VPI: PTM or Auto
• Annex G992.5: Annex A (over POTS)
• Annex G993.2: Annex B 
• Modulation: VDSL2

Locating the settings differs for each router brand, and the Setup Wizard may not always work, so we recommend manually adjusting them.

Any settings you don’t see here leave blank, and if you’re ready, Save the changes and reboot the modem either through the GUI or power button.

Note: If you are using an Asus router, unplug the DSL cable input, configure the settings first, and reconnect the DSL.

Aussie Broadband FTTP/C Modem Settings

If we exclude the FTTB and FTTN, all other connection types use similar steps with a few expectations that we’ll pinpoint under this heading. 

However, to verify an error-free operation, we recommend quickly reviewing the setup wiring, based on your nbn system instalment.

Note: The settings below also apply to FW and HFC installations!

Fibre to the Premises (FTTP/FW)

1. Connect the Ethernet cable to your modem’s “WAN” port.
2. Plug the other side of the cable into the Uni-DN nbn port.
3. Connect your home phone to the modem’s “TEL” input.
4. Optional: Connect a PC into your modem’s Ethernet port.

Fibre to the Curb (FTTC)

1. Connect your nbn box to the Phone socket’s output port.
2. Plug one end of the Ethernet into the modem’s “WAN” port.
3. Connect the other end to the “Gateway” port on the nbn.
4. Connect your home phone to the modem’s “TEL” port.
5. Optional: Connect a computer to your modem via Ethernet.

Hybrid Fibre (HFC)

1. Connect the nbn box to the Coaxial wall outlet.
2. Connect your modem to the nbn via Ethernet.
3. Info: Use the modem’s “WAN” to connect the wire.
4. Optional: Plug your home phone into the modem.

When your connection is setup and ready, configure these settings:

• Internet Connection Type: IPoE/Dynamic or DHCP
• VLAN: No ID is needed
• IP address: Obtain automatically
• Operation Mode: Wireless Router Mode
• Interface Type/DSL Mode: WAN Ethernet

When you’re ready with the setup configuration, you must verify to Save the settings and reboot your modem.

Then, you must have access to the internet box unless there is something wrong with the nbn connection box. 

Tip: If you have internet issues, check the light indications on your nbn connection box!

How to Set Up an Aussie Broadband-Supplied Modem?

If your modem is a supplier from Aussie Broadband, we can help you specifically design steps for your device.

So, here is exactly what you need to do to configure your modem’s settings:

1. Connect a PC or laptop to your Aussie modem.
2. Into the URL, insert “192.168.20.1” and search.
3. You will be prompted to select Manual or Wizard.
4. When asked, select “No, skip to the main menu.”
5. On the left side, click on the “Internet” menu tab.
6. Click on “Create New” to start your configuration.
7. Then, for “Description”, write “Aussie Broadband.”
8. Under the “Internet Service”, select “Ethernet WAN.”
9. For “Connection Type”, select “Dynamic IP Address.”
10. Click the “Apply” button and choose “No VLAN Tag.”
11. Then, choose “Obtain an IP address automatically.”
12. To finalise the process, click the “Save/Apple” button.

When you’re ready, you should have access to the internet.

If you can’t go online, reboot your modem and check if your nbn connection box is showing a problematic light.

Note: Aussie Broadband pre-configures your router specifically for your service before it’s supplied, hence, the steps below are only needed after a factory reset.

Setting Up Aussie Broadband Wi-Fi

When you have access to the internet on your hard-wired devices, it’s time to set up your Wi-Fi settings so you can connect wirelessly.

This is very easy, so use the steps from earlier in the guide to access your modem’s settings and locate the “Wireless” → “Advanced Wireless.”

From there, you’ll need to insert a custom Wi-Fi SSID and password for your network threads and be ready to connect with your devices. 

Tip: If your modem is a dual-band but you only have one Wi-Fi, disable the “Band-Steering” so you can configure both your Wi-Fi threads.

I Have a Modem from Another ISP

With Aussie Broadband, yes, most third-party provider modems will work.

However, some providers lock their routers specifically for their service, so if you have issues, call and ask them.

If you can’t change the settings listed above, you may need to update and factory reset your mode.

If you still can’t adjust the settings, the router may be scripted, so you’ll need a new one.

How to Factory Reset Your Modem?

If you have trouble and cannot configure your modem with the correct Aussie Broadband settings, you must factory reset the machine.

This will erase all currently existing settings and allow you to set up everything from scratch.

You can factory reset any modem using a pointy-ended tool and reach into the Reset button pinhole on the back.

The modem must be plugged into the power, and you need to hold the Reset button for at least 10 seconds.

When the lights go off, the factory reset has started.

Reminder: When your modem is reset to factory defaults, the login credentials will be the default ones, located on a sticker underneath the device.

Quick Recap:

Hence, the correct Aussie Broadband modem settings are Internet Type (IPoE/DHCP or Dynamic), IP address (Automatic) and Operation Mode (Wireless Router Mode).

You need to leave settings such as VLAN, Internet Provider and ISP Credentials blank in all cases.

We hope this guide helped you set up your Aussie Broadband modem settings!