How to set up a router with a 100M fiber optic connection from China Telecom

To set up your router for a 100M fiber optic connection from China Telecom, connect the ONT to your router, configure PPPoE with your ISP credentials, and secure your Wi-Fi network.

Step 1: Gather Required Equipment

• Optical Network Terminal (ONT): Provided by China Telecom to convert fiber signals into Ethernet.
• Fiber optic cable: Usually SC/APC or SC/UPC connectors.
• Router: Ensure it supports at least 100M speeds; gigabit routers are recommended for future-proofing.
• Ethernet cable: To connect the ONT to the router .

Step 2: Connect the Fiber Optic Cable

1. Locate the fiber wall outlet installed by China Telecom.
2. Plug the fiber optic cable into the wall outlet and the ONT's fiber port.
3. Power on the ONT and wait for the status lights to stabilize (2–5 minutes), .

Step 3: Connect the ONT to Your Router

1. Use an Ethernet cable to connect the ONT's LAN port to the router's WAN port.
2. Power on the router and wait for the indicator lights to confirm a connection .

Step 4: Access the Router's Admin Interface

1. Connect a computer or smartphone to the router via Ethernet or Wi-Fi.
2. Open a web browser and enter the router's IP address, commonly 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1.
3. Log in using the default admin credentials (often admin/admin or admin/password), .

Step 5: Configure Internet Settings

1. Navigate to the WAN settings section.
2. Select PPPoE as the connection type.
3. Enter the username and password provided by China Telecom.
4. Save the settings and ensure the router shows an active internet connection .

Step 6: Set Up Wi-Fi

1. Go to the Wi-Fi settings section.
2. Set your SSID (network name) and a strong password.
3. Enable WPA2 or WPA3 encryption for security.
4. Save changes and reconnect your devices to the new Wi-Fi network .

Step 7: Optional Optimizations

• Enable Quality of Service (QoS) if you use video calls or gaming to prioritize traffic.
• Update router firmware to ensure stability and security.
• Check DHCP settings to allow automatic IP assignment to devices . By following these steps, your router will be properly configured for a 100M fiber optic connection from China Telecom, providing stable, high-speed internet for all your devices.