Remote-access Guide

bt broadband remote access

by Lila Rosenbaum Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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To be able to remotely access any device, the public IP address the device uses must be known. To achieve this, the Broadband line can have a static IP address. BT Broadband offers two possible options: Single static IP address - The Broadband connection WAN IP address is fixed.

You can connect to the Hub remotely - To do this, you'll need to sign up to DynDNS and create an account. On the Home Hub, go to Advanced, then select 'Dynamic DNS' and enter the account details for your DynDNS account. From another PC, you can enter the address provided by DynDNS to connect to the Hub remotely.

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How do I use BT Broadband hotspots?

With BT Broadband and BT Mobile, you get free access to the UK's largest wi-fi network - that means more than 5 million BT Wi-Fi hotspots. Connect for as long as you like and save your mobile data for when you really need it. Log in to hotspots using your BT ID.

What is BT Broadband and BT Mobile?

With BT Broadband and BT Mobile, you get free access to the UK's largest wi-fi network - that means more than 5 million BT Wi-Fi hotspots. Connect for as long as you like and save your mobile data for when you really need it.

How do I use BT access controls (Wi-Fi controls)?

How do I use BT access controls (Wi-Fi Controls)? With BT access controls you can manage how your device accesses the internet during certain times of the day. You'll find it in Hub Manager.

Where can I find access controls for my BT Smart Hub 2?

You'll find access controls for your Smart Hub 2 in the My BT app. They're now called Wi-Fi controls. BT Smart Hub and Ultrafast Smart Hub - switch on access controls

What is BT access control?

How to set access controls on a device?

Where is the password on my Hub?

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Can I access my BT router remotely?

I am afraid the BT routers cannot be accessed remotely. What you would need to do is access a computer behind the router, then use this computer to make any changes within the router.

Can I control my BT WIFI from my phone?

The new Wi-Fi Controls, which can be managed via the MyBT app or via the account settings on a browser, come as standard, for free, on the Smart Hub 2 and give parents or guardians greater control over how much time family members spend online.

How do I access my BT admin panel?

How to open the Hub ManagerOpen a new web browser.Type 192.168.1.254 into the address bar.This will open the Hub Manager.If you want to make any changes to the hub settings, you'll need the admin password. You'll find it on the back of the Hub if you haven't updated it.

How do I use my BT remote control?

How do I control my TV with my BT TV remote control?Hold down both the TV and TV AV buttons for at least three seconds until the blue light flashes three times.Release the buttons and enter the four-digit code for your brand of TV. ... Point your remote at your TV and hold the TV button until your TV turns off.More items...

What is BT access control?

BT Access Control lets you set times when certain devices on the network can't connect to the Internet. BT Access Control will block all incoming and outgoing Internet traffic to specific devices at the times you choose. For BT Access Control to work you need to switch it on.

How do I turn off BT WIFI remotely?

Here's how to turn wireless on and off on the BT Smart Hub:Open a new web browser on a device connected to your Hub and type 192.168. ... Click Advanced Settings.Click Wireless.Enter the admin password. ... Set the "Wireless" switch to "ON" or "OFF". ... Remember once you make any changes you will need to save them.

Why can't I access my BT hub Manager?

If you don't see the BT Hub Manager screen when you type 192.168. 1.254 into your browser address bar: Check that you're using a device that is connected to your BT broadband network. Try connecting your device to the router with an ethernet cable instead of using wireless.

What is the admin password for BT Home Hub?

BT Router Login Guide The default username for your BT router is admin. The default password is admin.

How do I log into my router?

Tap on the network name. Look for a 'gateway', 'router' or other entry in the list....Find router IP address on Android or iOSTap on Wi-Fi.Make sure your phone is connected to your router's Wi-Fi network.Tap the 'i' to the right of the network name.Your router's IP address is shown next to 'Router'

Does BT replace remote control?

Yes, BT will send you a replacement remote control provided you still have a BT TV contract, just either call them on 0800 800 150, or use live chat.

Which is menu button on BT remote?

Re: Settings menu Settings is now the little cog icon in the top right of your screen. If you press UP when in the menu you have shown you will be able to get to get.

Where is Settings button on BT remote?

It's at the top right of the page after you press the Main menu button.

Can I turn Wi-Fi off to certain devices?

To block a certain device, you'll need to know its MAC address—a 12-digit number unique to that specific device. You can find a device's MAC address by checking your router's list of connected devices, which might be under the “Network Map,” “Client List,” or similarly named option.

How do I connect my BT Home Hub to my phone?

Please follow the steps below to connect the phone wirelessly:Press the Home button then the Menu button.Touch Settings.Touch Wireless & networks then Wi-Fi settings.Turn on 'Wi-Fi'Select your wireless network (SSID)Enter the password, if required, and then touch Done.Touch Connect.

How do I turn off my Internet at a certain time?

4. Schedule Wi-FiStep 1: Open the app you downloaded for router management.Step 2: Access the page 'Wireless Settings. ... Step 4: Select the time for turning on/off the router in the Wi-Fi schedule layout. ... Step 5: After you schedule router enable/disable schedule, click 'OK' at the bottom right corner of the page.More items...•

How do I block someone on my BT Wi-Fi?

Use BT Access Controls to block access to devicesEnter My Devices. Click on the My Devices section of the Smart Hub manager home page and you should get a list of every device on your network. ... Select the device you wish to control. ... Enter your admin password. ... Adjust the Access Controls.

What are Access Controls and how do I turn internet access on or off?

Access Controls – puts you in control of your home network, giving you the flexibility to pause your Wi-Fi for individual devices, or groups of devices, or for everyone. Pressing the Pause button on the Home screen will stop internet access for all your devices without disconnecting the Wi-Fi. You can also set-up schedules for timed pauses, such as a regular bedtime pauses, or you can create ...

Smart Hub 2 access control management with MyBT app

The BT Smart Hub 2 now has enhanced parental controls. From ExpertReviews - "The new Wi-Fi Controls, which can be managed via the MyBT app or via the account settings on a browser, come as standard, for free, on the Smart Hub 2 and give parents or guardians greater control over how much time family members spend online.

What is BT access control?

With BT access controls you can manage how your device accesses the internet during certain times of the day. For example, you can control your children's internet use when you're not about.

How to set access controls on a device?

Select the device you want to apply access controls to and click Set. Choose the start time and click Set. Choose the end time and click Set. Choose the days you want access controls and click Set .

Where is the password on my Hub?

Enter the admin password. Unless you've previously changed it, you'll find the default password on your Hub settings card on the back of your Hub. If you've changed it and now forgotten it, you can use the password override feature to set up a new password without losing all your personal Hub settings and configuration

How to FTP to my own PC?

if you're trying to FTP files -to- your own PC from a remote loaction you'll need a few extra steps: 1: set port forwarding on the router to forward port 21 (standard ftp) to the local IP of the pc on your network. 2: make sure the firewall on the local pc will accept FTP traffic. 3: install an FTP server on the local pc.

Can I remotely access my BT router?

I am afraid the BT routers cannot be accessed remotely. What you would need to do is access a computer behind the router, then use this computer to make any changes within the router.

What is the BT deal with Ofcom?

BT’s deal with Ofcom is intended help to reach parts of the UK not receiving broadband. Photograph: Alamy

What is the new regulation of Ofcom?

Ofcom’s new regulations aim to speed up the rollout of next-generation broadband and address the UK’s status as a global laggard in full-fibre.

How many hotspots does BT have?

With BT Broadband and BT Mobile, you get free access to the UK's largest wi-fi network - that means more than 5 million BT Wi-Fi hotspots. Connect for as long as you like and save your mobile data for when you really need it.

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What is BT access control?

With BT access controls you can manage how your device accesses the internet during certain times of the day. For example, you can control your children's internet use when you're not about.

How to set access controls on a device?

Select the device you want to apply access controls to and click Set. Choose the start time and click Set. Choose the end time and click Set. Choose the days you want access controls and click Set .

Where is the password on my Hub?

Enter the admin password. Unless you've previously changed it, you'll find the default password on your Hub settings card on the back of your Hub. If you've changed it and now forgotten it, you can use the password override feature to set up a new password without losing all your personal Hub settings and configuration

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