We provide one stop service to apply Astro and Broadband for you.
You can avoid driving and queuing at the sales counter. We are the dealer that can help you to handle your application from the beginning to the end.

We do not charge you when you apply from us. There is no credit card information required to apply here. Charges are the same as you apply from the sales counter.

First, you can apply online, we will get back to you immediately during business hour. WhatsApp/Email/Fax us your Photocopy of IC (for malaysian) / Passport (for foreigners). When we receive all the information, we will proceed with your application immediately.

Once we receive your application with complete information, we will process your application immediately during business hour. The contractor from the service provider will then contact you for installation appointment once your application is approved.

Enjoy greater savings and hassle-free bill payment in one single bill for both Astro and Broadband. You get to enjoy Astro and Broadband at discounted price every month over the contract period of 24 months.

Astro offers multiple TV packs including Entertainment, Sports, Movies and Kids options. You can choose a pack that matches your viewing preferences and add optional streaming apps where available.

Yes, you may subscribe to Astro TV packs without bundling broadband. However, bundling Astro TV with Fibre Broadband may provide better monthly savings and convenience with a single bill.

For small households with light streaming and browsing, 100Mbps is usually sufficient. Larger families, gamers or heavy streamers may benefit from 500Mbps or 1Gbps plans for smoother performance across multiple devices.

Most Astro TV and Fibre broadband plans come with a 24-month contract. Early termination charges may apply if cancellation is made before the contract ends.

Yes, you may upgrade your TV pack or broadband speed at any time, subject to eligibility and coverage. A new contract period may apply depending on the upgrade.

Your monthly bill will be issued directly by Astro. You may receive it via email or access it through your Astro account. Bundled customers will receive a single combined bill for TV and broadband services.

Payment methods may include online banking, auto debit, credit card or other approved payment channels provided by Astro. Our team can guide you during the registration process.

If you experience any service interruption, you may contact Astro customer support for technical assistance. In many cases, issues can be resolved remotely or a technician will be arranged if necessary.

Yes, relocation is subject to service availability at your new address. Relocation charges and contract adjustments may apply depending on your plan.

No, you do not need a credit card to submit your application. Payment setup will be arranged directly with Astro after your service is approved.

Selected Astro TV packs allow optional add-ons such as streaming services depending on current promotions and availability. Additional monthly charges may apply.

Yes, a WiFi router is typically provided during fibre installation. The router model may vary depending on the selected broadband speed plan.

Yes, we will check the service coverage at your address before proceeding with your application to ensure broadband is available at your location.

For Malaysians, please provide a copy of your MyKad. For foreigners, provide a copy of your passport when submitting your broadband application.

After your application is approved, the service provider typically contacts you within 2 to 7 working days to arrange the broadband installation appointment.

Most Astro Broadband plans come with a 24-month contract starting from your installation date. If you relocate, a new 24-month contract may apply at your new address.

Yes, you can relocate your broadband service, subject to service availability at the new address. Your contract may reset for another 24 months from the new installation date.

Yes, you may request to relocate broadband devices within your home. Non-standard installation charges may apply and are payable to the installer directly after assessment.

Yes, you can switch to Astro Broadband. To avoid service interruption, it is recommended to activate the new service before terminating your current broadband contract.

Standard installations may be free during promotions, but non-standard installations (e.g., device relocation or complex wiring) may incur extra charges payable directly to the installer.

If your account is suspended or disconnected, you will retain the existing subscription when you reconnect. However, if you plan to make any changes after the reconnection, you can only select from the new packs.

For payments made using credit cards, refunds will be reversed back to the respective card. Whilst payment made by cash and online banking will be made to the account holders bank account.

You may submit your request via Feedback Form with below information details based on your payment method.

Please choose below option in the Feedback Form:

Category: I would like to request for refund

Sub Category: Request for Refund

1) Refund via Bank transfer:

Bank Name: 

Bank Account Number:

*Note: Please confirm your bank account details and ensure it's correct

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2) Refund via Foreign bank:

Bank Name:

Bank Account Number:

Bank Swift Code:

IBAN Code:

Currency: Eg: Dollar/Yen etc

*Note: Please confirm your bank account details and ensure it's correct

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3) Credit Card:

 Credit Card Number: 

ONLY last 4 digit credit card updated with Astro account

*Note: Please confirm your credit card details and ensure it's correct

You will be notified 30 days before the expiry on the renewal of subscription and can opt out from auto renewal at least (2) days before the auto-renewal date. 

If you want to opt out of your auto-renewal for Disney+ Hotstar, please contact our Customer Contact Centre at 03 9543 3838 and speak to one of our customer service executives to change your package according to what suits you best at least two (2) days before the next auto-renewal date. Alternatively, please WhatsApp us at 03 9543 3838 and type "DH Help

For all new Astro Fibre customers with the RG21 router, the Astro Fibre App will be installed on your mobile device for you during installation. Alternatively,you may refer to the user guide here for self-installation.

STEP 1
Switch off the power for your box and  make sure that the adapter's power light is off.

STEP 2
Locate the Smartcard at the front or right side and gently pull it out make sure that the adapter's power light is off.

STEP 3
Wipe the Smartcard's gold chip clean using a dry soft cloth.

STEP 4
Make sure the gold chip is facing upwards and reinsert it all the way in.

STEP 5
Switch on the power for your box and make sure that the adapter's power light is on. Please wait for 5 minutes.

STEP 6
Turn on your box. You should no longer be experiencing this problem.
If issue persist, please submit the issue in our Feedback Form and attach a picture of your General tab of the STB Diagnostics  for assistance.

You will be charged 8% Service Tax on Astro Pay TV services rendered on or after 1st March 2024, whereas your Astro Fibre including Mesh will remain at 6% Service Tax.
 

Mesh WiFi technology greatly improves the WiFi network coverage within your home and virtually eliminates all WiFi “dead spots”. However, like all technologies there are limitations that you should be aware of.

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The pairing of Mesh unit to the WiFi router is automatically handled between the WiFi router and the Mesh unit after it calculates its current position in relation to the WiFi router and surrounding Mesh unit (if available) already connected to the WiFi router.

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If you are self-installing the mesh at your house, it is advisable for you to always pair the Mesh unit(s) with the WiFi router only regardless of how many Mesh unit available at your house. 

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Please note that if you have a Mesh connected to another Mesh, the expected performance of the WiFi speed will  not perform as  optimally as when compared to a Mesh connected directly to the WiFi router. Adding more points (also referred as Number of hops) in between your device to the WiFi router which will cause a reduction in bandwidth and add latency.

STEP 1    

Choose your language preferences for both Menu Language and Info Language. Then, press "OK".

STEP 2    

Select you box operating mode and press "OK".

STEP 3    

Select the resolution supports by your TV and press "OK".

STEP 4    

Press "OK" to proceed to the next screen.

STEP 5  

Please select the LNB type and press "OK".

STEP 6    

Select this as the Entry Point and press "OK" to confirm your selection.

STEP 7    

Signal reading results for Tuner 1 and Tuner 2 screen will be displayed. Then, press "OK" to proceed to next screen.

STEP 8    

Select Yes, continue and press "OK" to connect to Wi-Fi network.

STEP 9    

Please wait while the box scanning for the available Wi-Fi network.

STEP 10    

Select your Wi-Fi network and navigate to "Connect".

STEP 11    

Please enter the password to connect to your network and press "OK".

STEP 12    

You are successfully connected when this screen appears.

Once you have received the eKYC link, you need to complete the verification within 3 days.

Astro Rewards is open to all *Active Astro PayTV customers and their immediate family members

* "Active Astro customer" refers to subscriber of the Astro Service and whose account is current and active with no outstanding payments due and owing to Astro and who has not breached the Astro subscription agreement nor given any instructions to terminate and /or suspend his/her subscription to the Astro Service as at the date of winner notification. Winners must remain active Astro customers until the date of collection of prizes.

No, Astro First movies/series are available as Per-per-view basis. Pricing is indicated on each of the programme posters. All prices are subjected to 6% service tax.

No there will not be any penalty.

For the Multiroom subscription on a box setup, if your subscription is within the 24-month contractual period. Then a pro-rated penalty of RM600 will be applied for any Astro box except for Ultra Box, which the penalty will be RM1,000.

Customers who subscribe to the Movies, Premium 1, Premium 3 or Platinum Pack will be able to access Disney+ Hotstar immediately and start streaming all their favourite Global, Regional and Malaysian hits upon activation. 

This error indicates that you have reached the maximum number of simultaneous video streams across devices for one (1) account. To stop seeing this error, please stop streaming on one of your other devices.

• If you have recently purchased your Astro pack or made any changes to your pack on or after 9th November you can stream on two (2) concurrent screens

• If you have not made any changes you can stream on four (4) concurrent screens.

If you are still having issues, proceed to submit report via WhatsApp or Feedback Form.
 

STEP 1  

Press "HOME" button on your remote control.

STEP 2  

Navigate to Settings and press "OK".

STEP 3  

Navigate to Display and press "OK".

STEP 4    

Navigate to Resolution and press "OK".

STEP 5    

Navigate to your preferred selection and press “OK”.

STEP 6    

Select Yes, continue and press "OK" to confirm on the changes.    

Otherwise, select No, go back to cancel.

Liga Malaysia is available for all customers with a HD enabled box including Zapper, DMT5, Ulti Box and Ultra Box.

The minimum internet speed required to stream via Ultra Plug & Play Box is 30Mbps for 4K UHD viewing, and Ultra/Ulti Plug & Play is 10Mbps for HD viewing. For better streaming experience, we recommend 100Mbps and above.

Disney+ Hotstar is available on Chromecast (Gen 2 onwards, firmware 1.43 & above) and with the latest version of the Disney+ Hotstar app on iPhone, iPad and Android mobile. 

Follow these instructions to cast your film/series: 

• Make sure your mobile device and your Chromecast are on the same WiFi network 
• Log into your Disney+ Hotstar app 
• Select a film/series that you want to cast 
• Press "Play' 
• Once the film/series has started, tap on the casting icon 
• Select the screen you wish to cast to 
• The film/series should then be cast onto your screen

If you did not receive the recovery email or verification code, please make sure that:

1. You are inserting the correct email or mobile number you used to register for your Astro ID.
2. Check your junk mailbox or spam folder.  

To find out which email or phone number you have used to register your Astro ID, you may submit a feedback form. Kindly select feedback type "I have an enquiry/issue with Apps" choose "Astro GO" 
 

We will get in touch with you within 48 hours to solve your enquirie

You may verify if your speed plan has been successfully upgraded during the installation process with your Astro installer before sign-off. If you would like to confirm the status of your speed upgrade after installation, you may contact Astro’s Contact Centre at 03-9543 1543 and an Astro agent will be available to assist you immediately.  

STEP 1

Try to change channels on your Astro remote. Check the LED light.
If the LED is blinking 3 times or if it is not blinking, replace the batteries and proceed to STEP 2.
Otherwise, if the LED is blinking 1 time, your remote is working fine, let's proceed to STEP 3.

STEP 2

Check if you can change channels using your Astro remote control. You should no longer be experiencing this problem if is a battery issue.
If issue remain after batteries replacement, proceed to STEP 3.

STEP 3

You need to refresh the box setting manually from the box front panel.
Refer to Refresh Box setting (Clear NVRAM) - Ultra / Ulti Box. 
If issue persist, please submit the issue on our Feedback Form.
 

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1. Please standby computer/laptop to access to the internet and connection must be via LAN (cable) [Connect the LAN (cable) to the yellow port in Maxis Router and  direct to computer/laptop].

2. You may open any web browser such as Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and etc.

3. On the address bar, please go to http://192.168.1.254 and below page will appear.

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If below box appear, please enter required details as below:

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USERNAME:  Administrator

PASSWORD: (ACCESS KEY AT THE RGW STICKER)

(These are the defaults, if you have done previous configuration on your router the password may be different)

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4. Once enter into the page ‘’TECHNICOLOR TG784N V3’’, you may follow below step for the wireless information.

i. Click "Configure”

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ii. Once clicked configure button, below screen will appear.

A. This is your current password. Please delete and enter the new password.

B. Once completed the selection; click the "Apply" button. Router will auto reboot and connection re-establish after few minutes.                      

Please re-connect your wireless using the new password.

Astro Fibre WiFi router is a dual-band edge Residential Gateway which supports two frequency bands 2.4GHz and 5GHz.

You may manage all your Astro subscriptions via My Astro app. Download here or on your App Store or Google Play Store.

Thank you for your interest in returning your Astro Box & Smart card/SIM card. By returning these items, you are playing your part in preserving our environment as we will refurbish the box and return it to circulation or recycle it.

All Astro box and smartcard/SIM cards are also property of Astro and as per our current T&Cs, customers are required to return them upon termination of Astro services.

Step 1:

Type ASTRO EBILL <Your 10-Digit Smart Card Number> <Your Email Address> 

Example: ASTRO EBILL 0156123412 abcdabcd@gmail.com

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Step 2:

Send SMS to 66688

Note: This request must be sent from account holder’s mobile/primary number 

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*Standard telco charges and Terms & Conditions apply

You would have to create a new Astro ID with your email address or mobile number and link your Astro subscription. Please follow the steps in the link here

The main features and changes in this update are the revamped look and feel of Astro's user interface on the Astro Ultra/Ulti Boxes and Astro GO, which include redesigns to the Astro interface that consists of title rows at the Home Page to feature popular franchises, new live programmes posters and changes to the menu bar for easier navigation; auto-start Interactive Mode on Astro GO; as well as a Picture-in-Picture mode that shrinks your video player so you can keep watching your favourite shows while using other apps.

The details of each feature are:

• New Astro user interface
• Picture-in-picture mode
• Auto-start Interactive Mode on Astro GO

For more info, please read our dedicated FAQ on this here.

Please be informed that your service will be suspended if there is no payment after 31 days from your bill cycle date. After 62 days of non-payment, your service will be terminated, and an early cancellation fee will be applied if you are still within the 24-month contract.

You may register for auto-debit via: -

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1.My Astro website.

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2.MyAstro App.

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3.Any of our AstroExperience Store.

No. If you are a non-Astro subscriber, you will still be able to create an Astro ID, but access and use of Astro's digital services will be limited. If you are an Astro subscriber, please link your Astro ID to your Astro account number to enjoy exclusive access to all of Astro's digital services.

The recommended home internet speed for a smooth viewing is 10Mbps.

Yes. As a Sports Pack customer, you will get access to Liga Malaysia as well as a variety of local and international sporting events as part of your subscription.

• If you have signed up for a PVR (New customers), you will have to maintain your Astro subscription for 24 months, or a pro-rated penalty shall apply.
• If you have signed up for a PVR (Existing customers), you will have to maintain your Astro subscription for 24 months, or a pro-rated penalty shall apply.
• If you took up a PVR decoder at a special offer with the package subscription of Super Pack Lite/Super Pack/Super Pack Plus/monthly subscription > RM169.60 (price includes Govt tax), you will have to maintain your package subscription for a minimum of 6 months, or a flat penalty fee of RM106 (price includes Govt tax) shall apply.

No, the Service Tax is a tax payable entirely to the Government. Astro acts as a collection agent for the Government.
 

For multi-frequency customers, RM10.00 is charged per physical bill generated.

As our customers deserve the best entertainment experience, Astro is refreshing its content and packages to offer more choice, value, flexibility, and better experience in a streaming world as part of the new Astro experience.  

The all-new Astro packs are designed for customers in the streaming and connected world, where they can stream all the shows they love on Ultra Box and Ulti Box. Customers can now enjoy their favourite shows all on Astro, from global streaming services like Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, HBO GO, iQIYI, TVBAnywhere+ as well as all Astro's flagship shows and the best of live sports in one place, on the big screen. Our new packages offer unbeaten value, a greater variety of content and greater convenience, all made better with our Astro & Broadband for better connectivity.

Only Visa, MasterCard, and American Express Credit Cards and Debit Cards issued by banks in Malaysia are accepted by Astro-owned payment channels. Official Astro payment partners may have different policies - please check with your preferred payment partner for the latest information.

STEP 1    

On your remote, press the HOME button and the home menu will be displayed on top of your screen.

STEP 2    

Navigate to Guide.

STEP 3  

Select the channel you would  like to add to favourite list and press "OK".

STEP 4  

Select "Add to Favourites" and press "OK".

STEP 5

You are successfully added the channel to favourite list when this screen appears.

STEP 6

Your selected channel will have a heart tagging after added as favourite.

As a rule of thumb, this issue might happen when the devices are not equipped with minimum requirement above that supports the subscribed internet speeds:

• WiFi technology
• Network Interface Card (NIC)

As mentioned above however, it is important to note that despite meeting the device minimum requirements, it is not a guarantee that devices connected over WiFi will be able to achieve maximum subscribed internet speeds due to the following:

1. Bad WiFi signal quality and coverage across the area due to:
   • Distance from the RGW/Mesh AP with connected device
   • Obstruction within the house (walls, metallic surfaces)
   • Interference with other household appliances
2. Congested bandwidth
   • If there are too many devices connected to the WiFi network, then the bandwidth might be overloaded with traffic hence, slowing down the speed
3.  Devices are connected using WiFi instead of wired using LAN.
   • It is important to note that wired connection offers better reliability and speed over WiFi.
   • WiFi is more prone to interference compared to a wired connection which causes lower speeds and dropped signal.
4. Router Positioning: Most people underestimate the importance of picking a good spot for a Wi-Fi router. Even a small shift in positioning could end up being the difference between day and night:
   • High vs. Low: Put the router as high up as possible to extend the broadcasting range of the radio waves. This also helps clear the router of possible interferences.
   • Concrete & Metals: Make sure your router isn’t blocked by any other objects, especially devices that are electronic. Also, avoid placing your router in your basement as this area is usually enclosed by a lot of concrete, which can be almost impossible for Wi-Fi signals to penetrate.
   • Distance to Router: The further away from your router you get, the weaker the Wi-Fi signal. Therefore, the best option is to place your router as close to your devices as possible, but this is only practical if you have one main area where you tend to use your devices. Otherwise, you should place your router near the center of your home. After all, Wi-Fi broadcasts in 360 degrees, so it doesn’t make sense to put it at one end of the house.
5. Usage
   • More likely, however, is that the people on your network such as friends, roommates, or family members are participating in bandwidth-heavy activities like gaming and streaming Ultrabox/Netflix.
   • Fortunately, if this is the case, you can prioritize your own network traffic by enabling Quality of Service in your router settings.
   • If the problem persists, please run a Ping Test/Traceroute Test and attach the picture or screenshot of both test results in the Feedback Form below, in order for us to provide further assistances. Please make sure to attach the required screenshot(s) in ONE file (i.e. Microsoft Word document, PDF, Image file) before submitting the form.

Note:
Astro and its service providers will not offer any guarantees for compatibility of the customer's equipment (e.g., Personal Computer, Notebook, printers) nor provide on site troubleshooting for WiFi service issues related to the customer's equipment.

Please use your Astro ID to log in to the Astro Fibre App. If you do not have an Astro ID, kindly follow the simple steps here to create one.

If you are already subscribed to the Movies/Premium 1/Premium 3/Platinum Pack, you are automatically entitled to access Disney+ Hotstar. Therefore, you will not be able to add on the Disney+ Hotstar 3-months pass. 

We wish to advise you to make your payment before the following month's bill is generated in order to avoid interruption in your viewing experience. Please note that to reconnect your subscription, there will be a charge of up to RM20 (excl. gov tax) upon reconnection, except for Commercial & Hotel customers.

Find out more about the reconnection fee here.

Users can easily access all their streaming Apps such as Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, Viu etc by clicking the “APPS” button on their remote control. After clicking this button, they will be brought to the Apps rail under the home page.

 

For TV packs only, 24-months contract commitment period. However, if in addition to the TV packs, if you would like to also sign-up for Broadband, the contract commitment will be 24 months as well. If you're an existing customer, your existing remaining contract duration (if any) will not be carried over to the new contract except for existing Disney+ Hotstar (3 Months Pack) and Multiroom subscription contract durations which will be carried over upon the migration to new packs.

Note: If you are subscribing to a bundle pack which includes Netflix or Disney+ Hotstar for the first time, you are required to maintain the respective app as part of your bundle selection for a minimum of 12 months, otherwise a cancellation fee will apply.

Mac OS X

1. Click the Go tab in the top menu bar and select Utilities from the drop-down menu.

2. Type "network utility" in the search bar in the top right-hand corner of the Utilities window and then hit the "Enter" key on your keyboard. 

3. Click the Network Utility icon to open the Network Utility window.

4. For Ping Test, select the Ping tab and then type the address you'd like to ping in the text box. Click Ping and wait for the ping results.
 

5. For Traceroute Test, select the Traceroute tab and then type the address you like to traceroute in the text box. Click Trace and wait for the traceroute results.
 

Windows 10

1. Click the Search icon (magnifying glass) in the bottom left-hand corner and type "cmd" into the search bar.

2. Select the Command Prompt app - it will be at the top of the list of search results as the best match.

3. A black box with a flashing cursor will open; this is the Command Prompt.

For Ping Test, type "ping" and then hit the Space bar on your keyboard. Type in the address you like to ping and then hit the Enter key on your keyboard. Wait for the ping results.

For Traceroute Test, type "tracert" and then hit the Space bar on your keyboard. Type in the address you like to trace and then hit the Enter key on your keyboard. Wait for the tracert results.

Windows 7 & Vista

1. Open the Start menu by clicking the Windows icon at the bottom left-hand corner of the screen.

2. Type "cmd" in the search bar at the  bottom of the menu.

3. Click cmd found in the search results for Programs.

4. A black box with a flashing cursor will open; this is the Command Prompt.

For Ping Test, type "ping" and then hit the Space bar on your keyboard. Type in the address you like to ping and then hit the Enter key on your keyboard. Wait for the ping results.
 

For Traceroute Test, type "tracert" and then hit the Space bar on your keyboard. Type in the address you like to trace and then hit the Enter key on your keyboard. Wait for the traceroute results.

Windows 8

1. Move the mouse to the right-hand corner of the screen to make the vertical menu bar (charm bar) appear. Click Search.

2. Type "cmd" in the search bar and hit the Enter key on your keyboard.

3. Click cmd that found in the search results for Programs.

4. A black box with a flashing cursor will open; this is the Command Prompt.

For Ping Test, type "ping" and then hit the Space bar on your keyboard. Type in the address you like to ping and then hit the Enter key on your keyboard. Wait for the ping results.
 

For Traceroute Test, type "tracert" and then hit the Space bar on your keyboard. Type in the address you'd like to trace and then hit the Enter key on your keyboard. Wait for the traceroute results.

Windows XP

1. Click the Start button in the bottom left-hand corner of the screen.

2. Click the Run option in the right-hand column.

3. Type "cmd" in the text box and then hit the Enter key on your keyboard.

4. A black box with a flashing cursor will open; this is the Command Prompt.

For Ping Test, type "ping" and then hit the Space bar on your keyboard. Type in the address you'd like to ping and then hit the Enter key on your keyboard. Wait for the ping results.

For Traceroute Test, type "tracert" and then hit the Space bar on your keyboard. Type in the address you'd like to trace and then hit the Enter key on your keyboard. Wait for the tracert results.

We noticed that you've recently requested for a change in your Astro account. 

As this change will affect your overall monthly subscription, the expiry date for your Disney+ Hotstar (3-months Pass) subscription has been deferred to xxx (date) to consolidate the final monthly subscription pricing. 

To set up a Mesh WiFi network around your house, the Mesh unit will need to be paired with the WiFi router. Steps to pair these two devices are as follows:

i. Place the Mesh unit close to the WiFi router (within 2 meters) and power it on

ii. After the Mesh unit starts up, press and hold the WPS buttons of the Mesh unit and the WiFi router for 3 - 5 seconds in turn within 2 minutes

iii. After the WLAN and Internet indicators of the Mesh turns steady blue, the Mesh is connected to the Internet

iv. Move the Mesh to the desired place where you need to expand WiFi and power it on. After the Internet indicator turns steady blue, WiFi is expanded successfully.

Please refer to these FAQs and Terms and Conditions for more information.

For more support and options for your subscription, please WhatsApp us at 03 9543 3838 and type DH Help. Alternatively, you may visit astro.com.my/Disney for more information.

Slow browsing using LAN cable

Looks like there is something wrong with your service connection.

Please run the Speed Test and attach the picture or screenshot of the  speed test in the Feedback Form below, in order for us to provide further  assistances.

Click here for Speed Test guideline.


Slow browsing using LAN cable

Looks like there is  something wrong with your service connection.

Please run the Speed Test and attach the picture or screenshot of the  speed test in the Feedback Form below, in order for us to provide further assistances.

Click here for Speed Test guideline.

Quick Info
A Speedtest is a service that provides free analysis of Internet access  parameters, such as connection data rate.

Slow browsing using Wi-Fi

1. Router Positioning

Most people  underestimate the importance of picking a good spot for a Wi-Fi router. Even a small shift in positioning could end up being the difference between day  and night.

i) High vs. Low

Put the router as high up as possible to  extend the broadcasting range of the radio waves. This also helps clear the  router of possible interferences.

ii) Concrete &  Metals

Make sure your router isn't blocked by any other objects, especially  devices that are electronic. Also, avoid placing your router in your basement  as this area is usually enclosed by a lot of concrete, which can be almost  impossible for Wi-Fi signals to penetrate.

iii) Distance to  Router

The further away from your router you get, the weaker the Wi-Fi signal. Therefore, the best option is to place your router as close to your  devices as possible, but this is only practical if you have one main area  where you tend to use your devices.

Otherwise, you should place your  router near the center of your home. After all, Wi-Fi broadcasts in 360  degrees, so it doesn't make sense to put it at one end of the house.

2. Wireless Interference & Noise

You've probably never  noticed but there are wireless signals all around you wherever you go and  they're passing through you all the time. From where? Electronic devices,  Wi-Fi routers, satellites, cell towers, and more.

Although Wi-Fi is supposed to be on a different frequency than most of these devices, the amount of radio noise can  still cause interference. Some common causes of interference include:

• Microwaves
• Bluetooth Devices
• Cordless Phone

3. Surrounding Wi-Fi signals

A truth of the modern world is that every household has their own Wi-Fi network, which can cause issues with channel  overlap. This can be somewhat problematic in a townhouse, but is especially  problematic in housing complexes and apartments where there can be many  routers within close proximity.

Which is why it's important that you pick a good channel in your  router settings. Modern routers can choose channels for you automatically, but sometimes it's better to investigate and find the best channel yourself.

4. Usage

More likely, however, is that the people on your network such as friends, roommates, or family members are participating in bandwidth-heavy activities like gaming and streaming Ultra box/ Netflix.

Fortunately, if this is the case, you can prioritize your own network  traffic by enabling Quality of Service in your router settings.

If the problem persists, please run a Ping Test, Traceroute Test and attach the picture or screenshot of both test results in the Feedback Form below, in order for us to provide further assistances.

Please make sure to attach the required  screenshot(s) in ONE file (i.e. Microsoft Word document, PDF, Image file)  before submitting the form.

Quick Info
A Speedtest is a service that provides free analysis of Internet access  parameters, such as connection data rate.
A Ping Test shows how long it takes for packets to reach host.
A Traceroute Test traces the route of packets to destination host from our server.