Configuration of the Freebox (Thompson Speedtouch 716) is simple with the setup wizard.
Approximate setup time 5-10 mins
This instruction is for configuring the unit as a standard ADSL modem with VoIP
capability ie. for users with broadband delivered over a phone line
(eg. eircom or BT).
Before you begin:
- Print this page as you will not have Internet access during this procedure
- You will need a regular analogue phone for making calls (same as eircom phone)
- Make sure you have the broadband username and password supplied by your ISP
- Have your Freespeech extension and phone password
- Disconnect your existing broadband router from the phone line
- Disconnect any USB cabling connected to your broadband router (if any)
- If template wizards are not preloaded (see step 4) then install according to instructions (see appendix)
1) Connect up your Freebox.
Connect up the Freebox as shown, then power on.
The LED lights on the front of the unit should be as follows
PWR - GREEN (indicates power is ON)
DSL - GREEN (indicates 'broadband' is detected on the phone line)
Ethernet 1 - GREEN (indicates PC is connected)
2) Connect to the Freebox administration page.
Using the Internet browser on your PC visit http://192.168.1.254/
( more detailed instructions )
3) Start Wizard
On the main menu go to Speedtouch > Configuration
Click Setup to start the wizard.
Click Next
4) Select configuration
Select Freebox ADSL Setup from the list and click Next. (if this option does not exist see appendix on how to load template files)
5) Configure ISP settings
This will setup your DSL broadband connection.
Enter the Username and Password for your broadband connection and click Next (this information should be provided by your ISP).
6) Configure Freespeech settings
This will setup your freespeech phone line. Enter your freespeech extension and password.
NOTES:
- You will find these by logging into your Freespeech account and checking your VoIP Control Panel (see explanation).
-
Older accounts will have the format 0766091234, newer accounts will
have the format 6691234 - see your VoIP Control Panel for correct
settings.
- The Password is your VoIP password NOT your Web login password (They will be the same by default but you should change them)
7) Configure Freebox Access
If you wish, you can change the username and add a password to access the administration pages of the unit. (Don't forget to write your new password down).
Password fields can optionally be left blank if you prefer no password.
Click Next when done.
8) Configure Wireless Access (only for wireless version)
This will configure your Freebox so you can connect your computer to the Internet using Wi-Fi.
Choose the appropriate option and settings then click Next.
Recommended is On-Secure. Your Wireless Name (SSID) will be used for computers to scan and identify your Wi-Fi network.
9) Finish Setup
Scroll through the screen to check settings then click Start and you unit configuration will begin.
Your screen will show configuring, the unit will then restart with the new configuration
You may be asked for a username and password (if you set one).
When completed click Finish
10) Check your Internet Connection
If everything went well your Internet connection should now be active.
The PPP LED light should be green
You can verify active Internet on the Home page of the unit.
and try logging in to your account on freespeech @
https://www.freespeech.ie/secure/login.html
11) Set the Time
For call logs and system logs on the unit it's a good idea to set the correct system time.
This is easily done automatically (make sure Internet connection is active)
On the Speedtouch > Configuration page click Configure
Check the box Auto-configuration and Summer Time (if applicable) then click Apply.
The time will be automatically updated. You can check this on the Overview page.
12) Checking Freespeech Phone Line
If your unit was correctly configured the VoIP Ready light should be lit up on your unit (Make sure your Internet connection is active). This means your Freespeech account is online and ready to make or recieve calls.
Alternatively you can check Toolbox > Telephony section Details to see the unit is registered (online).
To make a call test plug a regular analogue phone (eircom style) into phone port [1] on the unit.
- Pick up the receiver and dial 1742 to try an echo test.
- Try calling a land line or mobile number. When calling landlines you will need to prefix with the area code (for example to dial a Dublin number you will need to dial 01 before the number even if you are in Dublin)
Appendix: Loading Wizard template files to your Freebox.
1) Download the appropriate wizard file to your PC
DSL wizard file for wireless unit (has antennae) - Download Here.
DSL wizard file for wired unit (no antennae)
- Download Here.
2) Connect your PC to the Freebox
See instructions
3) FTP the file you loaded to the Freebox
The FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is used to transfer files to the unit. Windows File Explorer (NOT Internet Explorer. TIP:open file explorer by clicking on your 'My Documents' folder) or a special FTP application can be used to connect to the unit.
Note:The default username is Administrator and there is no password. The default ip address is 192.168.1.254.
Connect with File Explorer by entering ftp://Administrator@192.168.1.254/dl/ in the address bar
Then drag an drop the correct .tpl wizard file into the ftp folder.
Useful Guides
Manufacturers Install Guide for Freebox (Speedtouch 716) - Adobe Acrobat PDF file
Manufacturers User Guide for Freebox (Speedtouch 716) - Adobe Acrobat PDF file