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@terziyski I've tried meticulously (4 times) to set up this router in line with your advice but it will not make an internet connection. I've had Vodafone download connection details twice to be sure...

@oldcelt Thanks a million. How the average man-in-the street is supposed to know that is beyond me! The words "hardware" and "firmware" are not specified. I really appreciate your help and will try...

@oldcelt Thanks very much for all that help. However, the bottom sticker doesn't mention hardware or firmware version. It shows:- Model: Archer VR2800(EU) Ver: 1.0 S/No: MAC: Wireless password SSIDs...

I've obtained the connection details (username, password, protocol) from Vodafone but I can't get the TP-Link AC2800 to connect. Where can I find the hardware and firmware versions please?

Then question is in the title. Since MS updated Windows 10 I've been having failed LAN connections because W10 no longer inherently supports SMBv1. Allegedly, SMBv1 has security risks. Having tried...