Linksys SPNMX57CF-UK FAQs
HARDWARE INFORMATION
What is the Linksys SPNMX57CF-UK?
The Linksys SPNMX57CF-UK supports the latest Wi-Fi® 6 (802.11ax) standard to deliver lag-free and simultaneous streaming to any device. With the powerful WiFi 6 Mesh coverage, it is designed to deliver gigabit WiFi speeds to every corner of your home, including backyard and outdoor smart home devices. This model is only for Community Fibre subscribers in the United Kingdom.
How do I know the model number of my Linksys SPNMX57CF-UK?
To determine that you have the Linksys SPNMX57CF-UK, check the following:
- Community Fibre logo on the node
- Default WiFi name: CommunityFibre10Gb_xxxxx printed on the product label
- Product label: SPNMX57
- Packaging label: SPNMX57CF
- Ports 1 and 2 are at 1 Gbps, and port 3 is at 2.5 Gbps
What are the parts of the Linksys SPNMX57CF-UK?
The Linksys SPNMX57CF-UK has the following parts:
Ports:
- Gigabit ethernet ports:
- Port 1 at 1 Gbps
- Port 2 at 1 Gbps
- Port 3 at 2.5 Gbps
- A multi-gigabit internet port at 2.5 Gbps
- Power port (12V, 2A)
Buttons and switch:
- Reset button
- Pair button
- One power switch (sliding)
What are the features of the Linksys SPNMX57CF-UK?
These are the features of the Linksys SPNMX57CF-UK.
- IEEE 802.11ax
- AX5400 Dual-Band
- 2x2 + 4x4 Spatial streams
- Backward compatible with 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
- 1 GHz dual-core processor
- Intelligent Mesh™
- Easy Setup
- Band steering
- Bluetooth® 4.0/LE
- WiFi security
- Guest network
- Parental Controls
- Port forwarding
- Supports parent and child mode
- Supports Automatic Setup via Auto Configuration Server (ACS)
- Supports DHCP
- Supports VPN Passthrough IPsec, PPTP, L2TP
- DDNS is supported via the web browser
- Supports TR-069
- Pair button to add child nodes
What is its warranty period?
For warranty information, contact Community Fibre.
What do the light behaviors of the node indicate?
What are its default settings?
The Linksys SPNMX57CF-UK has the following default settings:
- The default IP address is 192.168.1.1.
- If the upstream device uses the same IP address, the node will automatically use a different LAN IP address to avoid any conflict.
- The default Guest network IP address range is 192.168.3.x.
- The default administrator password is the default WiFi password, which is located on the product label.
- The default WiFi name and password are found at the bottom of the node. The default WiFi name is CommunityFibre10GB_xxxxx (where xxxxx represents the last five hexadecimal digits of the node’s MAC address).
- Each node has a unique pre-assigned WiFi password (located at the bottom of the node).
- The default Guest WiFi name is CommunityFibre10GB_xxxxx–guest (where xxxxx represents the last five hexadecimal digits of the node’s MAC address).
- The Guest network is disabled by default. It can be enabled using the router's web interface or the Linksys app.
- DFS support is disabled by default on the 5 GHz radio.
SETUP AND INSTALLATION
What are the requirements for setup?
You will need the following:
- A modem or gateway with an active internet connection by Community Fibre
- The latest version of a web browser
Does the Linksys SPNMX57CF-UK support automatic setup?
Yes. The Linksys SPNMX57CF-UK supports Automatic Setup via the ACS feature. Once the node is powered ON, plugged into the Community Fibre’s equipment, and detects an internet connection, it will automatically configure itself as the parent node. The light on your node will change from solid purple to blinking white. Once configured as the parent node, the light will turn to solid blue.
How do I set it up as a parent node?
How do I add another node to my existing mesh WiFi system?
There are several ways to add a child node, the easiest method is using the Pair button. Learn other ways to add a child node.
Additionally, a node that is not from Community Fibre may be added to your network so long as it is set up as a child node and not as the parent node.
Additionally, a node that is not from Community Fibre may be added to your network so long as it is set up as a child node and not as the parent node.
Can my Linksys SPNMX57CF-UK replace a router?
What WiFi security options are supported?
The Linksys SPNMX57CF-UK supports the following WiFi security modes:
- WPA2™/WPA3™ Mixed Personal
- WPA3 Personal
- WPA2 Personal
- Enhanced Open Only
- Open and Enhanced Open Only
- Open
If I have a mixed mesh WiFi network with other mesh WiFi networks as child nodes, can I use WPA3?
Other mesh WiFi nodes may not support WPA3, verify that other mixed Linksys nodes in the network support WPA3. Your devices must also support this option. It is highly recommended to leave the setting to default. Otherwise, your other child nodes will disconnect from the mesh WiFi network.
How do I add a wired child node to an existing parent node?
Learn how to add a wired child node using the web interface.
FIRMWARE UPGRADE
How do I upgrade the node's firmware?
The node will automatically update when firmware is available.
How do I manually upgrade the firmware of my node?
Manual updates are not supported since firmware updates are approved and will be provided directly by Community Fibre. However, you can click on the Check for Updates button on the router's web interface or the Network Administration > Nodes section of the Linksys app and select a node to see if new firmware is available for your node.
How do I check the node's current firmware version?
You can check it by accessing the Linksys app or the web interface.
ADVANCED CONFIGURATION
How do I access my dashboard?
To learn how to access your dashboard, click the links below:
iOS and Android
Web interface using a computer
Why can’t I log in to the web interface using “admin” as the password?
Once the node has an internet connection, the admin password changes to the default WiFi password printed on the product label. If you are unable to log in, click the Reset Password link to recover the password.
How do I reset the node to factory defaults?
To reset your node to its factory defaults, press and hold the reset button for about 15 seconds until the light on top of the node turns red, fades, and flashes bright red.
Make sure that a bright red flash, followed by three to four quick faded red pulses, then another bright red flash occur before you release the button.
Make sure that a bright red flash, followed by three to four quick faded red pulses, then another bright red flash occur before you release the button.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Can I set up the node using the Linksys app?
No. The node supports Automatic Setup. This means when the node is connected from the internet port to the Community Fibre equipment, it will begin to self-configure once it detects an internet connection.
DO NOT try to set up the parent node with the Linksys app while the node is going through the Automatic setup because the Linksys app will not detect the node. Wait until the node is configured and the status light is solid blue before you can use the Linksys app to manage your network.
DO NOT try to set up the parent node with the Linksys app while the node is going through the Automatic setup because the Linksys app will not detect the node. Wait until the node is configured and the status light is solid blue before you can use the Linksys app to manage your network.
Can I add non-Community Fibre child nodes?
Yes. So long as the Linksys Community Fibre node is the device connected to your modem. All other Linksys non-Community Fibre nodes can be added as child nodes.
