The Telstra Smart Modem Gen 2 is a wireless router designed for use with Telstra's broadband services. It features dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity with speeds of up to 1.7Gbps, and has four Ethernet ports for wired connections. The modem also includes a built-in 4G mobile backup, which can automatically switch to using the mobile network if the fixed-line connection goes down. It is designed to provide reliable and fast internet connectivity for Telstra customers.

The Smart Modem Gen 2 is a router manufactured by the company Telstra that allows multiple devices to connect to a network and communicate with each other. It works by receiving data packets from devices and forwarding them to their intended destination. The router is assigned a unique IP address 192.168.0.1, which serves as its identifier on the network.

To access the router's settings and configure its functions, users can log in using a web browser and their admin and Telstra. Once logged in, users can customize various settings such as network name, password, and security protocols. They can also set up parental controls, prioritize bandwidth usage, and monitor network activity.