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Question posted by hussnielrayyes on March 24th, 2013

Can't Configure A Tp-link Td-w8901g

While configuring a TP-LINK wireless router I got the following message: ERROR: FAIL TO UPDATE DUE TO... IP format error

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Answer #1: Posted by brilliantV on March 24th, 2013 5:53 AM

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Try reseting the router and then use following settings.

log in router
interface setup >> internet
VPI = 0
VCI = 35
ISP = PPP0A/PPPoE
username = yourstreamyxusername@streamyx
password = yourstreamyxpassword
encapsulation = PPPoE LLC
bridge interface = deactivated
connection = always on
get ip address = dynamic
click save

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