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.

The new packs come with 200 hours of Cloud recording by default. If your current recordings exceed 200 hours, the system will delete the exceeded hours once your package has been changed, starting with the oldest recordings first.  

If you would like to retain the previous recordings which exceed 200 hours, you may opt for a selection of 400 or 1500 Cloud Recording hours at a chargeable rate of RM12 or RM15 per month (excl. govt tax) respectively. Or else, you may subscribe to the Platinum pack which comes with complimentary access to 1500 hours of Cloud Recording.

The notification you receive will depend on the payment method you choose:  
(i) My Astro Portal: e-receipt will indicate payment confirmation.
(ii) IVR:  Payment status will be notified over the IVR and an SMS notification will be sent for successful transactions.
(iii) SMS: Payment status will be notified via SMS.
(iv) Call: Payment status will be notified via SMS.
(v) Customer Service Centre: Physical receipt will indicate payment confirmation.

Currently, there are no rebates provided when you sign-up for the Ultra/Ulti Plug & Play Box.

You may retain your watch history and settings of your existing Netflix account by using the same email of your Netflix account during the linking of your Netflix account with Astro.

Yes, you will. Customers who purchased Astro First / Astro Best / Pay-per-View event in February 2024 with a viewing period in March 2024 will be charged an 8% Service Tax in their next bill.
 

STEP 1
On your remote, press the HOME button and the menu will be displayed on top of your screen.
STEP 2
Navigate to Settings.


STEP 3
Navigate to Network Settings and press “OK”.


STEP 4
Navigate to Test Connection and press “OK”.


STEP 5
Test Connection results will be displayed on the screen.

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

On your remote, press the “HOME” button and the home menu will  be displayed at the bottom of your screen.

STEP 2

Navigate to SETTINGS and press “OK”.

STEP 3

Navigate to STB  DIAGNOSTICS and press “OK”.

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STEP 4

Select the “Network” tab in the STB Diagnostics page.

Please ensure the Tunes service multicast  status is Multicast Up.

If the status is Multicast is Not Available, please reboot your box and router before verifying this status.

If issue persists, please submit the issue in our Feedback Form and attach a picture of your Network tab of the STB Diagnostics for assistance.

You can proceed with below troubleshooting if the weather is good. Ortherwise, you may try again later.

STEP 1
On your remote, press the “HOME” button and the home menu will be displayed at the bottom of your screen.


STEP 2
Navigate to SETTINGS and press “OK”.


STEP 3
Navigate to STB DIAGNOSTICS and press “OK”.


STEP 4
Refer to the signal strength % shown on the top left of your screen.
If it is 65% or higher, please go to WhatsApp to receive further help.
If it is below 65%, please go to STEP 5.


STEP 5
Switch off the power for your box and make sure that the adapter’s power light is off.


STEP 6
Unscrew the satellite cable from the box and pull it out.


STEP 7
Plug the satellite cable back into the box and screw it back securely.


STEP 8
Switch on the power for your box and make sure that the adapter’s power light is on.
Please wait for 5 minutes.


STEP 9
Turn on your box. You should no longer be experiencing this issue.
If issue persist, please attach a picture of your General tab of the STB Diagnostics for assistance.

Centralized Dish
 If issue persist under a centralised satellite dish, please refer to your respective Building Management before contacting our agents.

Your cloud recording space will revert to 200 hours by default. If your current recordings exceed 200 hours, the system will delete the exceeded hours once you have stopped the Astro GO+ subscription starting with the oldest recordings first.

The warranty period will be 24 months.

Astro continuously reviews its content proposition to offer the best choices and a variety of compelling content for our customers for the best viewing experience. As such, we will cease the sale of PPV passes on CH200 from 8 October onwards.

Customers can continue to enjoy their favourite content by subscribing to the relevant packs and stay tuned for more exciting offers to be announced soon.

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're trying to visit a website and it won't load, but others do, there could be a variety of causes. If the site itself is down, there's not much you can do but wait.

If you can load the site on other computers or devices (make sure you try different means of connecting to the internet), there may be an issue with your computer or network.
you may have to get your hands a little dirty.
 

1. Try loading the site on a different device.
   • Try loading the website on your phone or on another computer. If the website loads on the other device, the problem lies with your computer.
   • If the website doesn't load on another device, the problem is either with the network or the website itself.
2. Restart your computer.
   • ​​Oftentimes, a simple reboot will fix the problem you're having. Reboot your computer and test the website again.
3. Try loading the site in a different browser.
   • There may be some settings configured incorrectly on your browser. Try a different web browser to see if you can load the website.
4. Temporarily disable your antivirus program.
   • Your antivirus software may be interfering with your ability to load certain websites.
   • Try disabling the software and then loading the site again. Make sure you enable it again once you have identified the problem.
5. Reset your modem and router.
   • Traffic to or from a certain website may be getting tripped up by your modem or router. Resetting these devices may allow you to access the website again.
6. Check your computer's date and time settings.
   • If your date or time is set incorrectly, you may not be able to connect to secure (https://) websites.
   • Check your computer or mobile device's clock to make sure that it is  set to the correct time and date.
7. In the event the problem persists, please provide below details for further escalation:
   • List of websites effected.
   • Run the Speed Test  via LAN (cable) and Wi-Fi connection - Please click here for Speed Test guideline.
   • Run the Traceroute Test - Please click here for Traceroute Test guideline.
   • Run the Ping Test -  Please click here for Ping Test guideline.
   • Once you've gathered all the results, kindly send them all through the Feedback Form below.

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.

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 Settings.

STEP 3    

Navigate to STB Diagnostics and press "OK".

STEP 4    

Select General Diagnostics and press "OK".

STEP 5  

Details information of General Diagnostics screen will be displayed.

STEP 6    

Press down arrow on your remote to get more information.

Your purchase will be reflected on your next monthly Astro bill. For example, if you rented a movie for RM 15.00 for 2 days and your next bill statement is in 2 weeks. RM 15.00 will be reflected in your Astro subscription bill in two weeks' time.

Your bill statement will include details of your monthly subscription charges; e.g. charges for your chosen Astro packages and Broadband service. It will also show the time period of which your first bill will cover, as well as indicate how much the total charges are and when the payment due date is.

Intermittent internet connection using LAN cable
Looks like there is something wrong with your service connection.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 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.


Intermittent internet connection 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.

Astro sends regular payment reminders to customers via SMS until their current charges have been paid. However, we encourage customers to pay their bill as soon as possible to avoid disconnection of Astro service. Please reach out to us here if you require more information about payment reminders or to change your contact details.

Starting 12 December 2023, Multiroom Smart TV app customers can enjoy two 4K Ultra HD (4K UHD) channels, namely CH549 Love Nature and CH805 Astro SuperSport. “Love Nature” is available to all customers regardless of their subscribed TV Pack. It celebrates the complexity of life on earth, presenting nature stories in stunning detail and colours.


Additionally, “Astro SuperSport” is only available to customers on the Sports, Sports Plus, Premium 1, Premium 2, Premium 4, Platinum Lite and Platinum Packs. This channel showcases a variety of sporting events, selected to appeal to the Malaysian viewing audience.

The new packs will be available for existing and new Astro customers starting 9 November 2021.

Yes, you can. Go to the Account tab and scroll to "Subscription' section. Select "TV pack', select "Main room' or "Multiroom' and then click the "Refresh' button.

Service will resume within 3 hours after payment is made.

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 Settings.

STEP 3  

Navigate to STB Diagnostics and press "OK".

STEP 4    

Select Network Diagnostics and press "OK".

STEP 5  

Details information of Network Diagnostics screen will be displayed.

Please ensure you:  

a. Have your original identification card “MyKad” (Front & Back) with you (Malaysian).

b. Have your original Passport & Visa with you (Non-Malaysian).

c. Are in a brightly lit environment

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.
 

Yes, any active Astro subscriber with a minimum primary subscription fee of RM100 can subscribe to a Multiroom (Astro Box) at a price of RM49.99 monthly with the box setup (subscription price is subject to Govt Tax).

You do not need to request for a reconnection as our system will detect your payment and process it immediately, provided you paid via a real-time payment channel.

Click here for a full list of our payment channels.

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. 

Yes, you are entitled to a free Ultra/Ulti box with free standard installation upon signing up Astro Fibre with a new 24-month contract.

Currently, My Astro app and web supports TV pack upgrade. You can go to "Account' and scroll to  "Subscription' section and select "TV pack'. You may reach out to us via WhatsApp at 03-9543 3838 for more details.

For Ultra and/or Ulti box users, launch the My Astro app on your Home screen and you will land on the My Astro account dashboard. Press ">'  remote button to go to your Subscription card and "OK' button to proceed with the TV pack upgrade.

Please close and re-launc hthe Astro Fibre app, and you will be able to log in.

Yes, you have the option to transfer the credit balance to another active Astro account. It will be considered as payment to that account and is subject to Astro's terms & conditions.

Customers subscribing to the following Astro packs will get to automatically enjoy Disney+ Hotstar as part of their newer, bigger and better packs

• Movies Pack
• Movies Plus Pack
• Premium 1
• Premium 3
• Platinum Pack

Customers with any of the above subscriptions with an Ultra or Ulti Box will also be able to enjoy Disney+ Hotstar on their big screen TV via their Astro Box, in addition to disneyplushotstar.my  and the mobile app. Please click here on how to access Disney+ Hotstar on the Ultra/Ulti Box.

 

Astro customers who are not on the above Packs may upgrade to the Movies, Movies Plus, Premium 1, Premium 3 or Platinum Pack to receive access to Disney+ Hotstar at no additional cost. Alternatively, customers may visit www.astro.com.my/disney to subscribe to Disney+ Hotstar Premium through a 3-month plan via Astro at RM54.90 (NP: RM79.90 quarterly, Astro customer may see up to 30% savings in their Disney+ Hotstar Premium subscription)

 

For more information, please visit www.astro.com.my/disney. If you need further help, please WhatsApp “DH Help” to Astro or call them at 03-9543 3838 for assistance.

Create your Astro ID anytime by following these simple steps: 

• Step 1: Fill in your details at astro.com.my/astroID
  
  

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 Settings.

STEP 3

Navigate to TV Settings and press “OK”.

STEP 4

Navigate to your preferred selection and press “OK”.

STEP 5

Navigate to Save and press "OK" to confirm your selection.

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 Settings.

STEP 3

Navigate to Satellite Settings and press “OK”.

STEP 4

Navigate to LNB Setup and press “OK”.

STEP 5

Tuner Settings screen will be displayed accordingly.

STEP 6

Select LNB Type connected to your box.

STEP 7

Navigate to Next and press "OK" to confirm your selection.

STEP 8

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

STEP 9

Navigate to Next and press "OK" to confirm your selection.

STEP 10

Signal reading results for Tuner 1 screen will be displayed accordingly.

Press right to navigate to Tuner 2.

STEP 11

Signal reading results screen for Tuner 2 will be displayed.

Then navigate to Finish and press "OK" to complete the setup.

The change in due date to 25 days after your billing date is to ensure that your transactions will be processed in a timely manner and subsequently ensure you will enjoy uninterrupted viewing. Please be assured that this change will not affect your monthly bill amount. Kindly check your latest monthly bill statement for more details about this revision.

Astro ID and / or account deletion is permanent. Upon deletion, it will be unlinked from your TV subscription account and you will be logged out from all the associated Astro apps and / or services connected including the partner apps that you have logged in using the same Astro ID. If you have any queries regarding Astro ID or would like to request for Astro ID account deletion, click on submit your request here, fill in the required details and our Astro representative will get back to you within 3 business days for security verification purposes.

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 further assistance.

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:

i) Microwaves

ii) Bluetooth Devices

iii) 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 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, 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.

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 SETTINGS.

STEP 3

Navigate to Audio Delay and press "OK".

STEP 4

Navigate to your preferred selection and press “OK”.

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

Astro invests billions of ringgits in content annually to keep Malaysians entertained and informed. Hence, we work alongside industry players, content partners and regulators in protecting intellectual property so that Astro can continue to produce and aggregate compelling content for our viewers.

We continue to educate and raise awareness among the public and businesses about the economic and social losses caused by content piracy. You can play your part in combating piracy by reporting potential copyright infringement of Astro content to the Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry (KPDNHEP) on the following channels:

• 1-800-886-800 (hotline)  
• 03-8882 6088 (Enforcement Command Centre)
• +6019-279 4317 (WhatsApp)

Astro Rewards is your free loyalty programme - a way for us to say thank you for being with us.

We're always adding new and exciting gifts, deals, and experiences for you - all ready and waiting in the My Astro app for you, right at your fingertips. Here's the best part, the longer you're with us, the better your rewards!

The Ultra/Ulti Plug & Play Box comes with a one-year box hardware warranty.

For self-installation, there is a warranty seal at the bottom of the Ultra/Ulti Plug & Play Box, which must not be removed or tampered with as this would void the one-year Ultra/Ulti box hardware warranty.

Step 1:
Type ASTRO<space>BAL<space>10-Digit Astro Account No. 
Example: ASTRO BAL 08XXXXXXXX

*Standard telco charges and Terms and Conditions apply

Step 2:
Send SMS to 66688

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 Settings.

STEP 3

Navigate to Audio and press "OK".

STEP 4

Navigate to your preferred selection and press “OK”.

1. Ensure power cable  is connected tightly.

2. Try to use another power socket /  power source to eliminate faulty power sockets/power sources which could  cause the issue.

3. If the issue  persists, submit your feedback form for further assistance.

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:

i) Microwaves

ii) Bluetooth Devices

iii) 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 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.


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.