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Configure TP-Link Deco device as a Wi-Fi Router on Eir FTTH (F3000)

  • 21-09-2024 02:51PM
    #1
    PeeJayIEee
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7 ✭


    Hi, this is to provide guidance to anyone who has, or is considering, installing a TP-Link Deco mesh router (in my case Deco BE65/BE9300) as a direct replacement to the Eir supplied F3000 fibre box.

    Plug the Ethernet RJ-45 terminated cable from the fibre termination box into any WAN capable Ethernet port of the router.

    Configure the Deco router via the Deco smartphone app with the following settings:

    Operation Mode: Wi-Fi Router (default)
    IPv4: Manual Configuration...
    Internet Connection Type: PPPoE
    Username: eircom@eircom.net
    Password: broadband1
    DNS Address: Auto
    Advanced: Not used
    MTU Size: 1480 (default)
    IPv6: Auto Configuration
    IPTV/VLAN: Enabled
    ISP Profile: Custom
    Internet VLAN: On
    VLAN ID: 10
    VLAN Priority: 0
    IPTV VLAN: Off

    Note that with these routers, initial DHCP for LAN clients will likely not function until an internet connection has established.

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  • #2
    amadablam
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,730 ✭✭✭amadablam


    Sorry for digging this one up but I got the BE65 today and using the app I cannot get it to work.

    Did you run the rj45 direct to the BE65 or through the eir modem?

    App doesn't allow me to turn off IPTV/vlan either.

    I've tried everything and Just can't get it to connect to the internet. :(

    EDIT: I got this sorted this evening.

    Weird solution,I tried a different unit from the three pack and it worked perfectly first thing.

    All three are up and running and coverage is excellent!

    Post edited by amadablam on


  • #3
    The Ayatolla
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,226 ✭✭✭The Ayatolla


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122744675#Comment_122744675

    this is a late bump but having the same issue.

    Tried four separate Deco M5s but no luck.

    Using PPPOE

    eir@eir.ie / broadband1

    VLAN ID =10 / Priority =0

    I get a solid red light on the Deco.

    Any ideas 🤯



  • #4
    knobtasticus
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 96 ✭✭knobtasticus


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122874390#Comment_122874390

    Change the internet connection type to Dynamic IP. Report back.



  • #5
    The Ayatolla
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,226 ✭✭✭The Ayatolla


    Will Dynamic IP work if I connect straight to the Fibre ONT box? I thought it would at least need the PPPOE settings?



  • #6
    knobtasticus
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 96 ✭✭knobtasticus


    With Eir, you’re always connecting straight to the ONT. My neighbour is with Eir, I have her Deco connected to direct the ONT with Dynamic IP set.



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  • #7
    GMam
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6 ✭GMam


    Hi There, So we recently had NBI installed in the area and made the move from Imagine Satellite BB to Eir Fibre.
    Have been using the Deco E4 1200 successfully with Imagine but since Eir is in it has been intermittant solid red lights and no internet.(I can reboof and turn off and on and issue will work for a while before going again. Wifi is fine when connected to the eir modem but the range is really poor so the problem the deco was solving is no longer working. I've been through every trouble shoot and was on with TPLink today and they basically said the issue must be the modem becasue the Deco did work (which it will, for 15 mins or an hour, before dropping off).

    Thats a long way of asking will a direct connection to the box on the wall (the ONT?) help my issue?

    If you're read this far - I commend you!



  • #8
    GMam
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6 ✭GMam


    So update to my last post, i've now configured the Deco (DE4) which is pretty basic, as the router, instead of the Eir F3000. Its working and now stable, whereas the Deco when connected to the F3000 kept going red with a no internet connection error on the app. The obvious pain here is the Deco units support up to 100mb and the Fibre package i'm on is 1Gb. So will lose out considerably on speed in place of (hopeful) consistent wifi. Any suuggestions on improvemnts ar general advice appreciated here - I did look at the top post by

    PeeJayIEee

    and note the Deco units referenced are pretty superior to my own.



  • #9
    pizzahead77
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,505 ✭✭✭pizzahead77


    I'd replace the Deco units with something that has 1GB or higher ports so that you'd have higher speeds on wifi



  • #10
    NotShero
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 237 ✭✭NotShero


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123467892#Comment_123467892

    Yeah it’s always best to connect straight to the ONT, If you’re connecting it to the F3000 you need to set the Deco into Access Point Mode and ideally turn the WiFi (2.4Ghz & 5Ghz) off on the F3000.

    The Deco E4 only has 100Mb/s ports as you said so needs to be replaced. You could however buy one upgraded Deco, with 1Gb ports, to use as your router and use your existing ones around the house as nodes.

    Add one M4 as a router into your existing E4 setup -

    https://amzn.eu/d/gNdfYrD

    New mesh with WiFi 6 (Can still add your existing E4’s to it) -

    https://amzn.eu/d/i1V0JA4



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