IPv6 Connection Feature
IPv4 over IPv6 Connection (DS-Lite)
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A better, faster internet experience
with IPv4 over IPv6 Connection Feature (DS-Lite)
Service Overview
IPv4 over IPv6 Connection (DS-Lite) is an additional feature to IPv6 Connection Feature.
A faster and more enhanced data communication is provided by connecting to both IPv4 and IPv6 websites using the IPv6 network.
What is IPv4 over IPv6 Connection (DS-Lite)?
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Speedy access to IPv4 supported websites too
A technology called Dual-Stack Lite (DS-Lite) enables the IPv4 communication in IPv6 (IPoE) network. A fast data communication is possible by using the IPv6 network for both IPv4 and IPv6, providing you an even greater internet experience.
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No need to change settings
If you are using a supported router, connection settings will be automatically completed by making a request to start the use through My Page.
There is no need to make any changes in your settings to access IPv4 supported websites. -
No additional charge
IPv4 over IPv6 Connection Feature is provided as a standard feature of Asahi Net's fiber-optic connection services.
Initial fees and monthly charges are not required.
Feature Details
| Connection method | DS-Lite |
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| IP address |
We will provide you with IPv4 IP address. Please note that IP address we provide you is not a fixed IP address. |
| Requirements |
Depending on service, you may need to apply for the service to fulfill requirements. |
IPv4 over IPv6 Connection (DS-Lite) supported routers
Rental router (home gateway)
| Manufacturer | Supported Device | How to Rent a Router |
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| NTT East/West |
XG-100NE PR-600KI/PR-600MI/RX-600KI/RX-600MI/ PR-500KI/PR-500MI/RT-500KI/RT-500MI/ RS-500KI*1/RS-500MI*1 |
Please contact the fiber-optic line provider you are using |
- *1Only available in NTT East.
- *Please use with the latest version firmware.
- *Please note that only XG-100NE supports the Hikari Cross line Service. For that reason, if you are using Asahi Net Hikari Cross Course, Asahi Net docomo Hikari 10 Gbps Course, FLET'S Hikari Cross Course, or Asahi Net FTTH with FLET'S Cross, please also apply for a rental router.
Router prepared by yourself
| Manufacturer | Supported Device | Online Store |
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| BUFFALO |
WXR18000BE10P series WNR-5400XE6P series WXR-11000XE12 series WXR-6000AX12B series WXR-5950AX12 series WNR-3000AX4 series WSR-6000AX8P series WSR-5400XE6 series WSR-3000AX4P series WSR-1500AX2B series WXR-6000AX12S series WXR-6000AX12P series WSR-6000AX8 series WSR-1500AX2S series WSR-1166DHPL2 series VR-U500X VR-U300W |
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| ELECOM |
WMC-2HC-W WMC-2LX2-B WMC-C2533GST-W WMC-DLGST2-W WMC-M1267GST2-W WMC-X1800GST2-B WRC-2533GS2V-B WRC-G01-W WRC-X1500GS-B WRC-X3000GS3-B WRC-X3000GST2-B WRC-X6000QS-G WRC-X6000XST-G WRC-X6000XS-G WRC-XE5400GS-G WRC-X3200GST3-B WRC-X3000GS2-B WRC-X3000GS2-W WRC-2533GS2-B WRC-2533GS2-W WRC-X1800GS-B WRC-1167GS2-B WMC-X1800GST-B WMC-2LX-B |
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| i-o data device |
WN-DAX5400QR WN-DAX4200GR WN-DAX3000GR WN-DEAX1800GR WN-DX1200GR |
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| NEC Platforms |
Aterm WX7800T8 Aterm WX11000T12 Aterm WX5400HP Aterm WX4200D5 Aterm WX3000HP2 Aterm WX1500HP Aterm WX(AX)1800HP Aterm Biz SH621A1 Aterm WG1200HS4 Aterm WG1200HP4 |
- *Please use with the latest version firmware.
- *Please note that only XG-100NE supports the Hikari Cross line Service. For that reason, if you are using Asahi Net Hikari Cross Course, Asahi Net docomo Hikari 10 Gbps Course, FLET'S Hikari Cross Course, or Asahi Net FTTH with FLET'S Cross, please also apply for a rental router.
Steps to Start Using
- Please check the following before making your application.
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If you are using one of the following Courses, there is no need to take the Procedure to Start Using the Service.
- Asahi Net docomo Hikari 10 Gbps Course
- FLET'S Hikari Cross Course
- Asahi Net FTTH with FLET'S Cross
Also, members who applied for IPv4 over IPv6 Connection together with the application of connection service do not have to take any procedure.
If you are not using the IPv6 Connection Feature (IPoE), your Customer ID will be required when making the application. Please have your ID ready before making your application.
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STEP1
Prepare a supported router.
IPv4 over IPv6 Connection will become available a few hours after taking the procedure to Start Using the Service. Please have your supported router connected to ONU and turn the switch ON before making your request.
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STEP2
Procedure to start using
Please make a request from the following page in order to start using the service.
Proceed to registration for IPv6 Connection Feature
- *[Individual Members] Please have your Asahi Net User ID and password ready. Click here, if you have forgotten your ID or password.
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STEP3
Automatic connection setting
After your request has been processed, the connection settings will be completed automatically.
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STEP4
Start using
You can check if you are connected with IPv6 from the following page.
FAQ
See the FAQ of the service via the following page.
Precautions
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- In case where you are switching providers to Asahi Net and applying for the applicable course at the same time, you may not use the IPv6 Connection Feature (IPv6 connection (IPoE) and IPv4 over IPv6 (DS-Lite)) if you are still using the IPv6 service by other company.
- If your application is processed without terminating the IPv6 service by other company, you will not be able to use our IPv6 Connection Feature. In that case, we will send you a confirmation (notice). When you receive the notice, please terminate the IPv6 service by other company and apply again for Asahi Net's IPv6 Connection Feature.
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- If you are using a fiber-optic line with a line ID starting with COP, and has subscribed for Hikari Denwa before September 2014, there are cases where you may not be able to connect with IPv4 over IPv6 Connection.
- If you are using Type 1 Hikari Denwa, please change to Type 2. Please note that you may be required to replace your device to a Hikari Denwa-supported device if you are changing your Type.