A Guide For Vox MTN LTE Customers Who Need To Configure A Vox MTN APN On Their Router

How To Configure A Vox MTN APN On Your Router - For ZTE MF296, Huawei B525, and TP-Link Archer MR600 Routers

If you're a Vox MTN LTE customer and need to configure your router to get connected, this guide walks you through the setup for three popular router models. All you need is your router, a browser, and a few minutes.

ZTE MF296 Router Setup

To configure a Vox MTN APN profile on your ZTE MF296 router, you need to access the router's settings through a web browser and navigate to the APN configuration section. You'll need to create a new APN profile with the provided Vox APN settings and set it as the default.

Here's a step-by-step guide:
  1. Connect to your router: Connect to the ZTE MF296's Wi-Fi network (SSID) using the password found on the router's sticker at the bottom of the router.
  2. Access the router's interface: Open a web browser and enter the router's IP address (usually 192.168.0.1, but can be confirmed at the bottom of the router) in the address bar.
  3. Log in: Log in to the router's interface using the username and password found on the sticker.
  4. Navigate to APN settings: Locate and select the ''LTE/UMTS Settings'' or ''APN'' option, depending on your router's interface.
  5. Add a new APN profile: Choose the ''Manual'' option and click on ''Add New'' to create a new APN profile.
  6. Enter Vox APN details: 
    1. Profile Name: Choose a descriptive name like ''Vox MTN''.
    2. APN: Enter the specific APN provided by Vox for MTN (ws.vox.fwa).
    3. Username and Password: Leave these fields blank unless specifically instructed otherwise by Vox.

  7. Save the new profile: Click on ''Apply'' or ''Save'' to save the new APN settings.
  8. Set as default: Ensure the newly created Vox APN profile is set as the default profile for your router.
  9. Restart (if necessary): You might need to restart the router for the changes to take effect.
  10. Verify connection: After the restart, the router should connect to the internet using the configured Vox MTN APN.

Huawei B525 Router Setup

To set up a Vox APN profile on a Huawei B525 router, you'll need to access the router's settings, navigate to the APN settings, and enter the required information for Vox MTN. Specifically, you'll likely need to set the APN to ''web.vox.co.za''.

Here's a step-by-step guide:
  1. Access the Router's Web Interface:

    1. Connect to your Huawei B525 router via Wi-Fi or Ethernet.
    2. Open a web browser and enter the router's IP address (usually 192.168.8.1 or 192.168.1.1) into the address bar.
    3. Log in using your router's username and password.

  2. Navigate to APN Settings:

    1. Look for Network Settings.
    2. Within this section, locate the ''APN'' settings or "Profile Management'' options.

  3. Create a New APN Profile:

    1. Click on ''New Profile'' or the ''+'' icon to create a new APN profile.

  4. Enter APN Details:

    1. Profile Name: Give the profile a descriptive name, like ''Vox MTN''.
    2. APN: Enter the Vox MTN APN: ws.vox.fwa
    3. Username and Password: Leave these fields blank unless specifically instructed otherwise by Vox.
    4. IP Type: Set to IPv4.

  5. Save and Apply the Profile:

    1. Click ''Save'' or ''Apply'' to save the new APN profile.
    2. Ensure the new profile is set as the default profile for internet connection.

  6. Restart the Router:

    1. It's recommended to restart the router to apply the changes. You can usually do this from the router's web interface or by physically unplugging and plugging it back in.
After completing these steps, your Huawei B525 router should be configured to use the Vox MTN network.

To configure a Vox MTN APN on a TP-Link Archer MR600 router, you'll need to access the router's web interface, navigate to the internet settings, and create a new APN profile with the correct settings provided by Vox. The key settings to configure are the Profile Name, APN, and potentially Username, Password, and Authentication Type, depending on your Vox plan.

Here's a step-by-step guide:
  1. Access the Router's Web Interface:

    1. Connect to the Archer MR600's Wi-Fi network.
    2. Open a web browser and enter either http://tplinkmodem.net or http://192.168.1.1 in the address bar.
    3. Log in using your router's username and password (usually found on the sticker on the router).

  2. Navigate to Internet Settings:

    1. Go to Advanced > Network > Internet.
    2. Click on Create Profile

  3. Configure the APN Profile:
  1. Profile Name: Give your profile a descriptive name, like ''Vox MTN''.
  2. PDP Type: Select IPv4.
  3. APN: Enter the Vox MTN APN, ws.vox.fwa
  4. Username/Password:
  5. Authentication Type: Select PAP or CHAP, or NONE if no authentication is required.
4. Save and Apply:
  1. Click OK or Save to create the profile.
  2. The router may need to reboot for the changes to take effect.
After following the steps for your specific router, your Vox MTN LTE should be active. If you still can't connect, double-check your APN settings or reach out to DSL Telecom support for further help.

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