Enabling IPv6 – Generic Modem Guides
To make it a little easier, see the list below of common modem/routers with a general step-by-step guide to follow.
Before you begin:
Ensure that Wi-Fi is enabled on the device you are using to access your modem/router (e.g. computer/laptop/smartphone/tablet). If you are using a smartphone or tablet, you should turn off your mobile data connectivity or any hotspot connection during this process.
ℹ️ Note: you do not need to have a working internet connection to connect to the Wi-Fi of the modem or access the modem gateway page.
Alternatively, you can plug in an RJ-45 Ethernet cable from your computer or laptop to one of the yellow LAN ports on the back of the modem.
ASUS
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Launch an Internet browser from a computer or Wi-Fi device.
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Enter http://www.asusrouter.com or 192.168.20.1 in the address bar.
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Enter login credentials.
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Default Username & Password: Usually admin / admin (check router label if unsure).
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If you’ve changed the login details, use your custom credentials.
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To the left, scroll down to Advanced Settings and select IPv6.
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Change Connection Type to Native.
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Ensure the following settings are selected:
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DHCP-PD: Enabled
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Auto Configuration Setting: Stateless
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Connect to DNS Server automatically: Enabled
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Enable Router Advertisement: Enabled
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Click Apply.
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Close the modem configuration page and restart your modem/router.
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Restart/Reboot all devices connected to your router, such as phones, laptops, smart TVs, Google Home, Alexa, and others etc.
HUAWEI
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Launch an Internet browser from a computer or Wi-Fi device.
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Enter 192.168.1.1 in the address bar.
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Enter login credentials.
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Default Username & Password: Usually admin / admin (check router label if unsure).
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You can try the alternative password: admin@HG659
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Click on the Internet tab, and then select Internet Settings.
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Select on your existing connection and click Edit.
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Edit the following settings:
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IP protocol version: IPv4 + IPv6
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IPv6 addressing type: DHCP
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Static DNS: NO (unticked)
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Click Save.
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Close the modem configuration page and restart your modem/router.
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Restart/Reboot all devices connected to your router, such as phones, laptops, smart TVs, Google Home, Alexa, and others etc.
NETCOMM
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Launch an Internet browser from a computer or Wi-Fi device.
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Enter 192.168.20.1 in the address bar.
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Sign in using the default username and password admin (these details are also printed on the back of the router).
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Select INTERNET. A box will appear headed ‘Internet Service Information’.
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Click on the linked Description name to open the Edit Existing settings dialog.
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In the Edit Existing dialog box, select More Options.
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Change IP Protocol to IPV4/IPV6.
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Click Update.
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Close the modem configuration page and restart your modem/router.
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Restart/Reboot all devices connected to your router, such as phones, laptops, smart TVs, Google Home, Alexa, and others etc.
NETGEAR
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Launch an Internet browser from a computer or Wi-Fi device.
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Enter http://www.routerlogin.net into the address bar.
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Enter login credentials and click OK to login.
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Default Username & Password: Usually admin / password (check router label if unsure).
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If you’ve changed the login details, use your custom credentials.
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Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > IPv6.
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In the Internet Connection Type list, select Auto Config.
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Click on Apply.
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Close the modem configuration page and restart your modem/router.
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Restart/Reboot all devices connected to your router, such as phones, laptops, smart TVs, Google Home, Alexa, and others etc.
TELSTRA
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Launch an Internet browser from a computer or Wi-Fi device.
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Enter 192.168.0.1 or http://mymodem in the address bar.
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Sign in using the default username admin and default password Telstra (these details are also printed on the back of the router).
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Go to Advanced > Local Network > Local Network-IPv6.
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Tick the check box for IPv6 Enabled.
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Change the DNS Provider to Get dynamically from ISP or ‘Auto’.
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Click Save/ Apply.
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Close the modem configuration page and restart your modem/router.
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Restart/Reboot all devices connected to your router, such as phones, laptops, smart TVs, Google Home, Alexa, and others etc.
ℹ️ Note: if this does not work, you may need to attempt a factory reset and setup your MATE setup again and go through re-enabling IPv6.
TP-LINK
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Launch an Internet browser from a computer or Wi-Fi device that is connected to the network.
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Enter tplinkwifi.net or 192.168.0.1 in the address bar.
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Enter login credentials and click Login.
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Default Username & Password: Usually admin / admin (check router label if unsure).
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If you’ve changed the login details, use your custom credentials.
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There are two ways to enable IPv6 on TP-Link routers which vary from model to model.
Option 1:
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Select ADVANCED > IPv6 > Enable IPv6.
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Set Internet connection type to Dynamic IP(SLAAC/DHCPv6).
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Scroll down to IPv6 LAN and change Assigned Type to DHCPv6.
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Click Save.
Option 2:
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Select ADVANCED > Network > Internet or DSL/EWAN (Depending on your type of internet connection).
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Click the Edit icon under Modify.
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Enable both IPv4 & IPv6.
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Click Save at the bottom of the screen.
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Close the modem configuration page and restart your modem/router.
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Restart/Reboot all devices connected to your router, such as phones, laptops, smart TVs, Google Home, Alexa, and others etc.
ZTE
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Launch an Internet browser from a computer or Wi-Fi device.
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Enter 192.168.20.1 in the address bar.
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Sign in using the default username and password admin (these details are also printed on the back of the router).
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If you’ve changed the login details, use your custom credentials.
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Under Internet settings page, select WAN.
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Depending on the type of connection you have select the correct option:
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For FTTP/FTTC/HFC or Fixed Wireless select Ethernet.
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For FTTN/ FTTB select VDSL or DSL.
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Ensure the following settings are applied:
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IP Version: IPv4/IPv6.
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IPv6 Info Acquire Mode: Auto
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Request PD: On
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Unnumbered Mode: Off
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GUA Allowed From: SLAAC Unticked
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DHCPv6 & PD: both Ticked
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Click Save/ Apply.
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Close the modem configuration page and restart your modem/router.
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Restart/Reboot all devices connected to your router, such as phones, laptops, smart TVs, Google Home, Alexa, and others etc.
