22 Dec 2021
I subscribed to Starhub 500Mbps broadband without getting the bundled Nokia Mesh WIFI router, which cost an additional $4 per month per unit over a 24 month contract.
Instead I decided to purchase my own set of TP-Link Deco M4 Mesh WIFI at only $89 (bought from Challenger) for a pair of units.
The setup is straight forward. First of all, you have to download the TPLink DECO app and then sign up for a free account.
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| Each M4 unit has 2 Ports |
Next, connect the Starhub ONT (Huawei Echolife HG8040H5) Port 1* to one of the network port of the M4 unit (herein after main M4).
Power on the M4 and follow the instruction on the App to create your home network.
#You do need any router between the ONT and the main M4
*The ONT only has Port1 configured for internet, Port2 is for IPTV while Port3-4 reserved for other purposes, according to Starhub Helpdesk.
With that said, if you have more than 1 WIRED devices, you have to connect the other device to the remaining port of the main M4 (each M4 has 2 ports).
To setup additional M4, just place the unit at another place (eg. your bedroom), power on and then follow the App instruction to add the extra unit(s).
