UK ISP TalkTalk Set to Release First New FTTC Super Router Firmware

Budget broadband ISP TalkTalk looks set to release the first new firmware (v1.05t) for their recently launched “Super Router” (Huawei HG635), which boasts a built-in VDSL2 modem and the most recent Gigabit capable wireless networking (802.11ac). Better WiFi and UI improvements appear to be on the cards.

The router, which is intended for use alongside customers of the providers Superpowered Fibre Broadband (FTTC) package(s), was officially launched in May 2014 (details) and appears to have had a reasonably good first few months.

Never the less TalkTalk claims that the forthcoming firmware update will make two key changes to their new hardware, including unspecified improvements to the devices wireless (wifi) connectivity and “multiple changes” to the web-based User Interface (UI).

As usual the ISP intends to run a beta trial of the update first and customers who want to help (i.e. those who already have the HG635) are being asked to apply HERE (related FAQ page). Users must get their applications in by next Tuesday 9th September 2014 and ensure that they have TR-069 remote management enabled on the router by using this URL http://acs.talktalk.co.uk:7547/ACS-server/ACS (ISPs use this in order to upload new firmware).

The “great trial” itself will begin on 11th September and is expected to continue for 2 weeks, after which the update will be deployed to everybody else (assuming there are no problems). Take note that TalkTalk are only looking for around 100 customers to help with their test.