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

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:

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 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.

Yes, you can purchase Astro First and Astro Best content by using the app and web. Refer below for the steps to purchase movies via this app and web. Thereafter, you can watch them on Astro Go.

No, there are no penalty fees for the Mesh WiFi devices should you wish to terminate Astro Fibre within/after 24 months. 

Starting 1 April 2024, Astro’s Chinese content offering on our Primary & Family Pack is now bigger than ever with the addition of up to 10 channels featuring the latest Chinese primetime dramas, variety and current affairs programmes as well as great selection of movies and musical shows. These are the channels available in the Primary & Family Pack at no additional cost:

• Celestial Movies (CH309)
• TVB Jade (CH310)
• Astro AOD (CH311)
• TVB Entertainment News (CH317)
• TVB Xing He (CH319)
• TVBS Asia (CH320)
• NHK World (CH398)

Please note that your request to opt out has been processed, and payment for Disney+ Hotstar is not required. Your bill adjustment will be reflected in your next bill. 

Astro Fibre Bundle is a subscription service of broadband together with your desired Astro TV package, while Astro Fibre is a service that allows you to subscribe to Astro Fibre broadband only.

Yes, penalty fee of RM200/Mesh WiFi will be imposed if customer fails to return the device(s). The courier company would make two attempts to retrieve the Mesh WiFi unit within a period of 30 days, failing which the penalty would be imposed.

Starting 28 April 2022, Astro customers can access Disney+ Hotstar via Ultra Box, mobile app and website. We are working towards making Disney+ Hotstar available via the Ulti Box. Stay tuned for updates.

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Yes, customers who have upgraded their packages or reconnected their Astro service in February 2024 will be charged with 8% Service Tax from 1st March 2024, for services period on or after 1st March 2024.
 

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

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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 Diagnostics and press “OK”.

STEP 5

Refer to the signal strength on your screen.

If it is 65 or higher, please take the screenshot and submit your feedback form.

If it is below 65, please go to Step 6.

STEP 6

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

STEP 7

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

STEP 8

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

STEP 9

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

STEP 10

Turn on your box. You should no longer be experiencing this issue.

If issue persist, please submit the issue on our Feedback Form with error details and attach a picture of your General tab of the STB Diagnostics for assistance.

Centralized  Dish

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

There will be no installation fee for both Astro Box and Ultra Box. The Multiroom (second decoder) must be installed at the same registered address as your primary subscription.

For customers whose sign-up speed is 50Mbps, 100Mbps or 500Mbps, you will get to enjoy your upgraded speed of 100Mbps/500Mbps/800Mbps for 24 months.
 

Please contact your issuing bank to enable card-not-present (CNP) transactions. This security measure helps us to protect your card information from being misused in fraudulent transactions.

Disabling band steering means that there will be two frequency bands available for the users - 2.4GHz and 5GHz.
 

Note: Band Steering is called Dual-band Combination in the router web interface.
 

1. Please connect your computer or laptop to your Astro Fibre router using LAN cable. Your LAN cable must be connected from the yellow port of Astro Fibre router (Any available port).
2. Once connected, open any web browser such as Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and etc.
3. On the address bar, type http://192.168.100.254 and below page will appear.

Login using your username and password if you have changed the router login setting. Otherwise, your default router login is as per below.

Username: user
Password: user
 

4. Once you have successfully logged in, the router's web-based setup page will appear.

5. At the top of the page, click Wi-Fi to configure the WiFi parameters.

6. Click on Dual-band Combination button to disable the Band Steering.

7. Set the Wi-Fi name and Wi-Fi Password for both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands based on your preference. Then click "Apply" for the changes to take place.

8. Kindly ensure to reconnect your WiFi according your new WiFi name and password.

Astro's Plug & Play Box is our latest box where users can enjoy the latest Astro box simply by connecting it to the TV and internet. There is no longer a need to schedule or pay for an installation. By connecting your Plug & Play Box to home broadband, you will be able to-do the following:

• Watch your channels over the Internet. No more rain fade!
• Never miss your favorite shows again as you can stream LIVE events from the beginning, or simply pause and resume the program as you wish.
• Access a library of over 110,000 videos on demand. Catch-up or binge-watch full episodes whenever you like.
• Access your recordings anytime on TV or the Astro GO app via Cloud Recording.

Other features include pause on TV and continue watching on the Astro GO app, enhanced search capabilities and more.

You need to identify your modem type by looking at the modem light indicator before proceeding with troubleshooting.

The type of modem is indicated as per below:

MODEM INDICATOR 1



MODEM INDICATOR 2




MODEM INDICATOR 3



BTS 1

1. Please power off your modem and router. (This is to refresh your modem and router performance)
2. Make sure the fibre cable from your wall socket to modem is securely connected.

3. Please ensure the LAN cable is securely connected from router to your devices (Astro Box/Laptop etc.)

Modem connection

   

Router connection



4. Now, power on modem and router, wait for 2 minutes to stabilise the devices after reboot. Your internet services should be restored.

5. If issue persists, please connect to our agent and attach your modem light indicator picture for further assistance.



BTS 2

1. Please power off your modem and router. 
    (This is to refresh your modem and router performance)

2. Make sure the fibre cable from your wall socket to modem is securely connected.



3. Please ensure both LAN cables on the Modem (LAN Port 2) and Router (Port 1) are properly connected.


Modem connection


   
Router connection


4. Power on your modem and router, wait for 2 minutes to stabilise the devices after reboot. Your internet services should be restored.

5. If issue persists, please connect to our agent and attach your modem light indicator picture for further assistance.



BTS 3

1. Please ensure your modem and router power plugs are securely connected to the power socket.



2. Alternatively, try to connect the power plug to a different power socket or power source. This step is to eliminate the possibility of faulty power socket which could cause the issue.

3. If issue persists, please connect to our agent for further assistance.

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.

If below box appear, please enter required details:

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)

4. Once enter into the page "'TECHNICOLOR TG784N V3'', you may follow below steps to get the best wireless channel information.

A. Select "Home Network".

B. Click "WLAN: SSID" to proceed to next screen.

C. In order to get the best wireless channel, click "Wireless Scan" to scan available surroundings wireless Channel.

D. Please choose channel with lesser number of usage.

Example in below case, you may choose channel 4.

5. To configure wireless channel, please proceed with below steps.

A. Select "Home Network".

B. Click "WLAN: SSID" to proceed to next screen.

C. Then, click "Configure" to change the channel selection (automatic to manual) and other configuration option.

D. Please ensure below items:

i. WLAN Enable: Tick

ii. Interface Enable: Tick

iii. Change the Channel Selection to Manual

iv. Change the wireless Channel based on Step 4(D).

v. Once completed the selection, click the "Apply" button.

No, Ultra Box is only available for Entertainment Pack and above only.

Netflix is available to IPTV customers on the Ultra Box and Ulti Box. Non-Ultra Box customers will not be able to access Netflix on CH741. Please upgrade to the Ultra Box/Ulti Box to access Netflix on the Ultra Box.

Kindly note that not all Astro & Broadband Devices are required to be returned. After service termination of your Astro & Broadband service, we will call you via your registered mobile number within 3 days to schedule a pickup appointment with our Astro agent if your device needs to be returned.

If you were not contacted within 3 working days to return your devices, you are required to discard your old Astro & Broadband devices only at registered collection centres for proper handling and management of e-waste in an environmentally sound manner. Click here to find a registered collection centre near you.

Frequently Asked Questions

1)     I missed the pickup appointment; what do I do now?

You can reschedule the pick-up appointment by calling our agent directly.

2)     Can I reschedule my pickup date?

Yes! You can call our agent back directly to reschedule the pickup date and time.

3)     Do I have to pack my device(s) before handing it over to the Astro agent?

Our Astro agent will dismantle the devices for you. However, if your devices are already dismantled, please pack them in their original box/packaging if possible. If this option is not available to you, just hand the device(s) over to the Astro agent without any packaging. You will not be charged any fees if the original packaging has been damaged/lost.

4)     Do I have to print anything or fill in any forms before handing my device(s) over to the Astro agent?

No, you do not have to prepare any documents before handing your device(s) over to the Astro agent! All you have to do is get your device(s)ready before the Astro agent arrives to ensure a smooth handover process.

5)     I have the Astro & Broadband router and modem to return, however, the cable(s) that come with them are damaged/lost; will there be any penalty fees?

No, please return your old Astro & Broadband modem and its power supply unit (PSU). There will be no penalty fees if the cable is damaged or lost.

Recycle via Registered Collection Centres

For all recycling-related questions, please click here.

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.

For Residential Astro Pay TV customers: Yes, you are allowed to change your package to the one that best suits your entertainment needs. You may make the following pack changes:  

1. Pack upgrades

1. Movement within Entertainment, Movies or Sports (e.g., switching from Sports to Entertainment)

1. Movement within Premium pack (to a different combination of content)

For these changes, you will remain on same contract duration, or you can choose to change to longer commitment. If you downgrade your packs, you will be charged a cancellation fee for pack, and you can then choose a new contract for the new pack. Kindly note additional contract details for Disney+ Hotstar and Netflix.  

(Please refer to the section "Changes to your Astro Contract" for more details)

My Astro is an easy-to-use, free mobile phone app and responsive web portal that helps Astro customers to manage their Astro accounts. My Astro allows customers to manage their accounts, pay bills, and get any support they need. In addition, customers can find and purchase the latest shows to be viewed on their Astro Box or on Astro GO. Customers can also receive news about Astro's latest products and content offerings.

We apologise for the inconvenience caused. If you have not receive the upgraded speed within 48 hours after the service activation, please call Astro’s Contact Centre at 03-9543 1543 and an Astro agent will be available to assist you immediately.
 

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.

Your monthly bill of the previous and new pack will be prorated. This will be reflected into your bill accordingly.

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.

No, the Mesh WiFi add-on with Astro Fibre is only available as a subscription service and will not be tied to any device contract.