GL iNet GL MT300N V2 setup

How To Setup GL iNet’s MT300N V2 Mini Router?

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GL iNet offers so many options when it comes to routers. One such masterpiece is the GL MT300N V2 router. It is a compact mini router which is also suitable for travelling purposes. There is no denying the fact that we require wifi connectivity at every step all because of technical advancements. Thus each of our tasks from entertainment to work requires access to super smooth and high speed wifi connectivity. So if you bought a Mango router from GL iNet and are looking forward to making its best possible use then this GL iNet GL MT300N V2 setup guide is definitely going to help you with the same. The guide covers everything from key features, setup guidance to resetting process. So without delaying further, let’s start with the main points. 

Highlighting Key Features 

First up, the GL iNet GL MT300N V2 setup now operates on the new MT7628NN chip. It also means that now you get 128MB RAM for seamless performance. Talking about the speeds, it offers high wifi speeds of 300 Mbps, OpenVPN speeds of up to 11 Mbps and lastly the WireGuard speeds of up to 45 Mbps. Further the router supports two ethernet ports. So you can connect your smart wired gadgets directly to the MT300. 

One of the best features of this router is that you get to access the internet in four different ways. These are: Ethernet, repeater, USB modem and the last one is tethering. Thereafter with OpenVPN, WireGuard, DNS server security is no concern for its users. Lastly, with three smart indicators on its top interface (power/ wifi) you get to know about the exact working of the router. 

Hardware Overview 

Before you proceed towards the GL iNet GL MT300N V2 setup process, first learn about the hardware of the device. First on the top panel of the router you’ll find three light indicators. On its back side you get one LAN and one WAN port. Just beside them is a power port. On the side panel first you get a USB 2.0 port. Thereafter there is a reset key and beside it is a toggle button. For proper heat dissipation you also get a venting point. Everything is marked properly, so you won’t face any issues in learning about the interface. 

GL iNet GL MT300N V2 Setup Guidance 

The setup process is simple. First you need to collect the basic requirements for the setup. These are: Your Mango Router, its power adapter, a smart device, access to power socket and lastly a well working web browser. With all these things by your side, you can easily do the GL iNet GL MT300N V2 setup process smoothly. 

Further, if you do not want to face any issues with the final outcome of the setup then place the router very strategically. As placement holds a power to provide you with either seamless connectivity or constant wifi problems. So plot the Mango (MT300N V2 router) in an open space where there is proper ventilation and no unnecessary obstacles like heavy furniture set, thick concrete walls, electronic and metal items. Thereafter, we suggest you to not plot the router directly on the floor or in a corner. Rather plot it on a table top or keep it on some higher elevations like shelf. With these strategies you can now follow the below written, GL iNet GL MT300N V2 setup steps:

Setup Steps

  • First join the power cable and link it to the router. Thereafter, move it into the power board. Switch on the power button. The mini router starts automatically. It needs a few moments for starting up. So do not rush to the next step until the smart power indicator lights up properly. 
  • In this GL iNet GL MT300N V2 setup step you require your smart device. So fetch it down. Now activate its wifi. Select your router’s network identity. Fill up the passkey. Tap on Connect. The information regarding the same is given at the base of the router.
  • Do not wish to use the wireless linking method? If yes, no issues just connect your Mango router to the smart gadget using ethernet wire. 
  • After connecting, open the internet browser. In its URL column, type http://192.168.8.1. Click Enter. Avoid any typing mistake in this address because otherwise you won’t be able to mark your entry into the login page. 
  • Now choose the language. Hit Next. In the next column fill admin passkey. No pre-set key so create one on your own. Thereafter hit Apply.
  • Finally, from the panel choose the Internet option. Choose one option from: Ethernet, repeater, Tethering and cellular. Thereafter finish the GL iNet GL MT300N V2 setup by completing the directions that pops up on the screen. 

How To Reset?

If due to any reason you won’t to bring your Mango router back to its factory settings, then here’s how you can do it:

  • Power on the router. 
  • From the side panel, click the reset button. 
  • Hold the button till the smart indicator on the top panel starts to fade or blink. With this reset is done.