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.

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.

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.

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.

If you would like more information or to provide feedback on Astro Rewards, kindly reach out to us at 03 9543 3838 or visit one of our Astro service centres.

Any purchases via the Astro Smart TV app such as Pay-Per View and Astro First are subjected to 8% govt. tax.

SecureGo can only be linked to one (1) device per Astro ID for security reasons. This helps to prevent any fraud that compromises your Astro ID or use other devices to register for SecureGo using your Astro ID.

No, Astro will cover all expenses related to returning the box.

The monthly RM15 rebate (before govt. tax) will be applicable to all on-going Multiroom (Smart TV) subscriptions until further notice. However, in the event of rebate expiry, Astro will notify impacted customers in advance via email or SMS. To update your contact details, please reach out via a feedback form here.

Viu Premium members can enjoy ad-free viewing, unlimited downloads for offline viewing, full
HD resolution and priority/exclusive access to content!
As a Viu Premium member, you will be able to enjoy the benefits below:
a. Premium Shows
b. Ad-free viewing
c. Unlimited Downloads
d. Malay Subtitles
e. Watch On TV
f. HD Streaming
g. Exclusive Viu Originals
h. Cast videos from mobile device to TV

Yes, you may change the interface language of the app. To access the language settings, please click "Profile" > "Settings" > "Language" and select your preferred language

Upon completion of the termination process, customer will receive one last closing bill stating the total amount due to Astro according to their billing option.

For customers who had opted to switch their billing option to e-bill or SMS bill, they will receive their final bill accordingly.

For customers who opted for paper bill, they will receive the final bill via paper bill. (The Paper Bill Charge will be applied).

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.

Yes, you can download selected content on the Viu mobile app for offline viewing at a later time
if you are a Viu Premium member. To view all the shows you have downloaded, please click on
the “download (downwards arrow)” button at the Home Page.

You may join iQIYI as a VIP by following these simple steps:
Step 1: Head over to www.astro.com.my/iqiyi
Step 2: Select your desired package (Standard VIP or Premium VIP)
Step 3: Click "Get it now"
Step 4: Log in using your Astro ID
Step 5: Click "Get it now" again
Step 6: Please read the prompted message, then click "Proceed"
Step 7: You will see a confirmation message upon successful purchase

Astro customers can subscribe to WeTV VIP via Astro as an add-to-bill service for only RM13.90/month (RRP RM13.90) to enjoy the app on their big screen TV via the Ultra/Ulti Box, wetv.vip or on the go with the WeTV mobile app which is available on Android and iOS devices.

For more details on the WeTV VIP Membership, please refer to Q12 - Q17.

You can be assured that your data are safe with us. Astro implemented sufficient security measures to protect customer data and fully comply to Personal Data Protection Act

Transfer of Equipment Ownership

A request to transfer the equipment’s ownership from the existing account holder to a new account holder.

Note: Transfer of Equipment Ownership is not applicable for Astro Broadband (Maxis, TIME, Allo), standalone Astro Fibre and NJOI account.

Merge of Equipment

A request from the account holder to merge the equipment from two different accounts into one account, provided the equipment must be within the same service address and registered under the same accountholder’s name.

Split of Equipment

A request from the account holder to split the equipment from one account to two different accounts and registered under the same account holder’s name.

No, if your account is suspended or disconnected, you will retain your existing subscription when you reconnect.

Yes. You can activate your access anytime between 24 April 2025 – 23 June 2025 to get 2 months access to Prime Video at no additional charge.

Please submit your issue

here

or you can WhatsApp us at 03-9543 3838.

Watch this video or follow below steps to refresh signal of your Astro box

OR

Please ensure to put your box on standby mode to refresh the signal.

The fastest way is via My Astro:

1. Open/Download the My Astro app or visit My Astro web
2. Login with your Astro ID
3. Go to Account
4. Tap on Subscription or TV pack
5. Tap on Rooms
6. For the box that you would like to refresh the smartcard, tap on 'Refresh box' button. This will refresh your Astro box signal

OR

WhatsApp
1. Message 'Hi' to us at 03-9543 3838
2. Click on Tap Here for Options
3. Select Help & Support
4. Type Refresh Astro Box Signal

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📡 Experiencing technical issues?

📱 Download the My Astro app to:
- Perform self-troubleshoot
- Solve in a few minutes
- No need to call customer service

The Ultra Box or Ulti Box and the SIM Card are property of Astro, as per our General Terms and Conditions for Astro Services. Therefore, customers are accountable for returning the boxes upon the termination of their Astro subscription. Otherwise, an RM100 (exclusive of Sales and Service Tax) box fee will be charged to the customer's account.

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.

Band Steering is a functionality that our WiFi router (Huawei K562E) has that intelligently connects devices to its WiFi to the best frequency bands available based on usage, speed and coverage by using only one same SSID for both 2.4GHz and 5GHz band.

The eKYC link is only valid for 3 days to complete the eKYC verification process. You will be required to submit a fresh Astro account application.

Astro & Broadband offers Astro content with Astro Fibre, Maxis Fibre Broadband and Allo City Broadband for customers to enjoy the best entertainment through Astro while staying connected with high-speed internet.

With the current Astro & Broadband plans, customers will enjoy substantial savings bychoosing their desired broadband speed from 30Mbps - 800Mbps to accompany their Astro packages.

You can access your Prime Video Account on up to three (3) devices at a time (including your Ultra/Ulti Box), have up to 6 different profiles. However, you are only able to stream 2 devices concurrently for a single show/movie. To ensure a smoother streaming experience, please sign out from any unused devices.

Yes, you may return Astro equipment even after being charged for the box fee.
Please contact Astro to schedule for equipment collection. A courier partner agent or installer will call for the collection.

After successfully returning the box, Astro will proceed to waive off the box fee within 30 days from the confirmation date of the returned items to our Astro warehouse.

A security question will be asked when making payments with credit cards over the phone. All other payment channels will not require any form of verification.

From 1st July 2023 onwards, Astro will ONLY accept cheques deposited at Public Bank Berhad.

To simplify your monthly payments, here are some recommended alternatives you can look into.

• Auto-Debit
• Online Banking
• WhatsApp
• JomPAY
• Astro Quick Pay

To find out more on how you can make your payments via these channels, kindly visit here.

Should you choose to continue with cheque payment, do ensure that you follow these steps below.

Step 1: Fill in the cheque

Step 2: Ensure that your 10-digit Astro account number is accurately written at the back of the cheque

Step 3: Go to your nearest Public Bank

Step 4: Locate the Cheque Deposit Machine

Step 5: Select “Bill Payment” on the screen

Step 6: Select “Astro”

Step 7: Drop your cheque in

Step 8: Collect your receipt

Redemption should be done by the account holder. However, if the account holder is unavailable, immediate family members can make the redemption provided that the account holder has given them the permission to redeem using his account credentials.

Below will be the process to terminate Astro account:

1. Account holder to give 30-day notice period for account termination.
2. Account will be scheduled for termination 1 (one) day before customer’s billing cycle date.
3. After account terminated, there will be a collection of Ultra/Ulti box and Broadband Equipment.

Notes: You need to settle the outstanding balance and penalty (if any)

Ultra/Ulti Box retrieval:

• West Malaysia except for East Malaysia, Tioman, Labuan and Langkawi – Courier partner will contact customer for box retrieval.
• East Malaysia, Tioman, Labuan and Langkawi – Installer will do the box retrieval.
• For other than Ultra/Ulti box, refer to recycle information here.

Broadband Equipment retrieval:

• Installer will do the equipment retrieval.

For self-installation, in your first bill upon activation of your Plug& Play Box, the activation fee will be included as a separate line item in your bill alongside the subscription fee.

If you choose to install the Plug & Play Box via installer, you can pay the installation fee and activation fee directly to the installer upon installation. This will be reflected in your next bill itemised as setup fee.

If you have forgotten your username or password, you may follow the steps below:

Step 1. Go to netflix.com

Step 2: Click on Sign In

Step 3: Click on "Need Help

Customers without an Ultra or Ulti Box can still enjoy the HBO Max app on their smart devices (Android/ iOS) or by visiting

https://www.hbomax.com

. To enjoy HBO Max on the Ulti/ Ultra box, customers can upgrade to the Ulti/Ultra box. You can check your eligibility for a free box swap through the following methods:

1. Log in to the My Astro app.
2. Send a WhatsApp message with "Hi" to 03-9543 3838, select "Upgrade," and then select "Box Upgrade."

Yes. You can make payment using your credit card via My Astro Portal:

- For One-time payment: All Master/Visa 3D secured debit/credit cards for one-time payment issued by banks in Malaysia

- For Auto-Debit: All Master/Visa/AMEX debit/credit cards issued by banks in Malaysia

Customers who downgraded their package from Astro Broadband Bundle/Astro Fibre Bundle to Astro TV Pack only will be charged 8% Service Tax effective 1^st March 2024 onwards. Any adjustment or proration charges incurred before the downgrade will be calculated based on 8% service tax in the next bill, in line with the latest package downgrade.

Customers are only allowed to choose ONE billing option (either Paper Bill or E-bill or SMS bill). However, customers who opted for Paper Bill will still be able to check their bills through My Astro app and My Astro web.

Starting 12 December 2023, Astro Smart TV app customers can enjoy two 4K Ultra HD (4K UHD) channels, namely CH549 Love Nature 4K and CH805 Astro Sports UHD.

“Love Nature 4K” 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 Sports UHD” is only available to customers with Sports entitlement in their subscribed TV Pack. This channel showcases a variety of sporting events, selected to appeal to the Malaysian viewing audience.

All streaming apps will be made available on the Ultra Box first, followed by the Ulti Box. If you would like to upgrade to the Ultra Box, please visit product.astro.com.my/tv or reach us via WhatsApp by typing “Hi” at 03-9543 3838 for assistance.

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.