how do I enable IPv6?

Enabling IPv6 – Generic Modem Guides

To make it a little easier, see the list below of common modem/routers with a general step-by-step guide to follow. 

Before you begin:

Ensure that Wi-Fi is enabled on the device you are using to access your modem/router (e.g. computer/laptop/smartphone/tablet). If you are using a smartphone or tablet, you should turn off your mobile data connectivity or any hotspot connection during this process. 

NOTE: you do not need to have a working internet connection to connect to the Wi-Fi of the modem or access the modem gateway page. 

Alternatively, you can plug in an RJ-45 Ethernet cable from your computer or laptop to one of the yellow LAN ports on the back of the modem. 

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ASUS

1. Launch an Internet browser from a computer or Wi-Fi device. 
2. Enter http://www.asusrouter.com or 192.168.20.1 in the address bar. 
3. Enter login credentials. 
   • Default Username & Password: Usually admin / admin (check router label if unsure). 
   • If you’ve changed the login details, use your custom credentials. 
4. To the left, scroll down to Advanced Settings and select IPv6. 
5. Change Connection Type to Native. 
6. Ensure the following settings are selected: 
   • DHCP-PD: Enabled
   • Auto Configuration Setting: Stateless
   • Connect to DNS Server automatically: Enabled 
   • Enable Router Advertisement: Enabled
7. Click Apply.
8. Close the modem configuration page and restart your modem/router. 
9. Restart/Reboot all devices connected to your router, such as phones, laptops, smart TVs, Google Home, Alexa, and others etc.

HUAWEI

1. Launch an Internet browser from a computer or Wi-Fi device. 
2. Enter 192.168.1.1 in the address bar. 
3. Enter login credentials. 
   • Default Username & Password: Usually admin / admin (check router label if unsure). 
   • You can try the alternative password: admin@HG659 
4. Click on the Internet tab, and then select Internet Settings. 
5. Select on your existing connection and click Edit. 
6. Edit the following settings: 
   • IP protocol version: IPv4 + IPv6 
   • IPv6 addressing type: DHCP 
   • Static DNS: NO (unticked) 
7. Click Save. 
8. Close the modem configuration page and restart your modem/router. 
9. Restart/Reboot all devices connected to your router, such as phones, laptops, smart TVs, Google Home, Alexa, and others etc.

NETCOMM

1. Launch an Internet browser from a computer or Wi-Fi device. 
2. Enter 192.168.20.1 in the address bar. 
3. Sign in using the default username and password admin (these details are also printed on the back of the router). 
4. Select INTERNET. A box will appear headed ‘Internet Service Information’. 
5. Click on the linked Description name to open the Edit Existing settings dialog. 
6. In the Edit Existing dialog box, select More Options. 
7. Change IP Protocol to IPV4/IPV6. 
8. Click Update. 
9. Close the modem configuration page and restart your modem/router. 
10. Restart/Reboot all devices connected to your router, such as phones, laptops, smart TVs, Google Home, Alexa, and others etc.

NETGEAR

1. Launch an Internet browser from a computer or Wi-Fi device. 
2. Enter http://www.routerlogin.net into the address bar. 
3. Enter login credentials and click OK to login. 
   • Default Username & Password: Usually admin / password (check router label if unsure). 
   • If you’ve changed the login details, use your custom credentials. 
4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > IPv6. 
5. In the Internet Connection Type list, select Auto Config. 
6. Click on Apply. 
7. Close the modem configuration page and restart your modem/router. 
8. Restart/Reboot all devices connected to your router, such as phones, laptops, smart TVs, Google Home, Alexa, and others etc.

TELSTRA

1. Launch an Internet browser from a computer or Wi-Fi device. 
2. Enter 192.168.0.1 or http://mymodem in the address bar.  
3. Sign in using the default username admin and default password Telstra (these details are also printed on the back of the router). 
4. Go to Advanced > Local Network > Local Network-IPv6. 
5. Tick the check box for IPv6 Enabled.  
6. Change the DNS Provider to Get dynamically from ISP or ‘Auto’. 
7. Click Save/ Apply.
8. Close the modem configuration page and restart your modem/router. 
9. Restart/Reboot all devices connected to your router, such as phones, laptops, smart TVs, Google Home, Alexa, and others etc.

Note: if this does not work, you may need to attempt a factory reset and setup your MATE setup again and go through re-enabling IPv6.   

TP-LINK

1. Launch an Internet browser from a computer or Wi-Fi device that is connected to the network. 
2. Enter tplinkwifi.net or 192.168.0.1 in the address bar. 
3. Enter login credentials and click Login. 
   • Default Username & Password: Usually admin / admin (check router label if unsure). 
   • If you’ve changed the login details, use your custom credentials. 
4. There are two ways to enable IPv6 on TP-Link routers which vary from model to model. 

Option 1:

• Select ADVANCED > IPv6 > Enable IPv6. 
• Set Internet connection type to Dynamic IP(SLAAC/DHCPv6). 
• Scroll down to IPv6 LAN and change Assigned Type to DHCPv6. 
• Click Save. 

Option 2:

• Select ADVANCED > Network > Internet or DSL/EWAN (Depending on your type of internet connection). 
• Click the Edit icon under Modify. 
• Enable both IPv4 & IPv6. 
• Click Save at the bottom of the screen. 

5. Close the modem configuration page and restart your modem/router. 

6. Restart/Reboot all devices connected to your router, such as phones, laptops, smart TVs, Google Home, Alexa, and others etc.

ZTE

1. Launch an Internet browser from a computer or Wi-Fi device. 
2. Enter 192.168.20.1 in the address bar. 
3. Sign in using the default username and password admin (these details are also printed on the back of the router). 
   • If you’ve changed the login details, use your custom credentials. 
4. Under Internet settings page, select WAN. 
   • Depending on the type of connection you have select the correct option: 
     • For FTTP/FTTC/HFC or Fixed Wireless select Ethernet. 
     • For FTTN/ FTTB select VDSL or DSL. 
   • Ensure the following settings are applied: 
     • IP Version: IPv4/IPv6. 
     • IPv6 Info Acquire Mode: Auto 
     • Request PD: On
     • Unnumbered Mode: Off
     • GUA Allowed From: SLAAC Unticked
     • DHCPv6 & PD: both Ticked
5. Click Save/ Apply. 
6. Close the modem configuration page and restart your modem/router. 
7. Restart/Reboot all devices connected to your router, such as phones, laptops, smart TVs, Google Home, Alexa, and others etc.