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username and password have been entered
incorrectly.
Off
The router can’t detect a broadband signal.
If you are using the EE Fibre broadband service
check that the Ethernet connection between the
WAN port on the Bright Box and LAN1 port on the
Fibre modem is connected and the modem is
powered on.
Data
Flashing
Traffic is being sent or received between the
computer and router, or the router and the
internet
Off
For ADSL broadband that means that no data is
currently being sent or received from the router.
If you are using the EE Fibre broadband service,
this light will always be off, and this is normal.
Wireless
On
The wireless access point is enabled.
Flashing
Data is being sent via the wireless link.
Off
Wireless has been disabled.
Intelligent
Wireless/
WPS
On
A successful WPS connection has been made.
Fast
Flashing
The WPS button has been pressed - the router is
capable of setting up a WPS connection.
Slow
Flashing
The router is searching for a new wireless
channel as part of the Intelligent wireless
process.
Off
Default behaviour – WPS or Intelligent wireless
aren’t currently in progress.
Ethernet 1-
4 (ADSL
Broadband)
On
Ethernet connection has been established with
the indicated port.
Flashing
The Ethernet connection is sending/receiving
data.
Off
There is no Ethernet connection on the port.
Ethernet 4
(Fibre
Broadband)
On
A connection has been established between the
Bright Box and the Fibre modem.
Flashing
Data is being sent between the Bright Box and
the Fibre modem.
Off
The Ethernet connection between the Bright Box
and the Fibre modem has been disconnected or
the modem is powered off.
Check that the Ethernet connection between the
WAN port on the Bright Box and LAN1 port on the
Fibre modem is connected and the modem is
powered on.
BACK PANEL VIEW
On the back panel of the Bright Box you will find the following ports, sockets and buttons:
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DSL port
Reset button
Ethernet Ports
o
WAN port for Fibre broadband services (also known as LAN 4)
o
LAN ports (1-4)
USB port
ON/OFF power switch
Power socket
WPS button
The table below describes the ports, sockets and buttons on the back panel of the Bright Box
router:
Item
Description
DSL port
For ADSL broadband, connect one end of a broadband
cable (RJ-11) to this port and the other end to a filter and
the telephone line.
Reset button
Press briefly to restart the router, or press for 6 seconds to
return the router to factory default settings.
WAN port
For ADSL broadband, connect one end of an Ethernet
cable (RJ-45) to this port to use as a normal LAN port (LAN
4).
For Fibre broadband, connect one end of an Ethernet
cable (RJ-45) to this port and the other end to the Fibre
modem.
LAN port
Connect one end of an Ethernet cable (RJ-45) to this port,
and the other end to a computer (or other Ethernet
device) with a LAN card installed.
USB port
Connect a USB storage device such as a USB hard drive to
this port. See
USB File Sharing
on page 88
Power switch
Use this switch to turn the router on/off.
Power socket
Connect the supplied power adapter to this socket.
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Intelligent
Wireless/WPS button
Press this button briefly to activate the Intelligent Wireless
process or press this button for 5 seconds to activate WPS
(WPS will only be available when enabled in the router’s
admin pages – (see
Wi-Fi Protected Setup
on page 79)
BOTTOM PANEL VIEW
On the base or bottom of the router, you’ll find a sticker detailing the information below:
Model name of router (Bright Box Wireless Router)
Wireless network name (also known as SSID), e.g. BrightBox-1a2b3c
Wireless password – 6 character random password
Router login details – i.e. 192.168.1.1
Router login username and password
The MAC address and Serial number of the router
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CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION
UNPACKING YOUR BRIGHT BOX WIRELESS ROUTER
To make your life easier, we’ve already set-up your Bright Box wireless router so it will
connect to the Internet once your broadband is ready. Simply plug it in and connect your
device. If you’d like a helping hand, follow this guide and you’ll be online in no time.
The box should include the following items:
A Bright Box Wireless Router:
2-Part power supply:
Grey broadband cable (for ADSL broadband only)
2 x broadband filters
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Black Ethernet cable:
Bright Box wireless router set-up guide:
‘KEEP MEE’ card
If any of these items are missing or damaged please contact us on 0844 873 8586.

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