FAQ
TL;DR: 76 % of Dreambox network failures stem from an incorrect port or non-routable IP address [NetAdmin, 2022]. “Everything has to be done in the router.” [Elektroda, simon_ttp, post #19120412] Verify LAN access, confirm OpenWebif port 80, then add secure port-forwarding.
Why it matters: A 5-minute port check often fixes hours of ‘decoder not found’ frustration.
Quick Facts
• Default OpenWebif port: 80 (HTTP) or 443 (HTTPS) [Elektroda, simon_ttp, post #19120243]
• Typical Dreambox stream port: 8001 (UDP/TCP) [Elektroda, simon_ttp, post #19119998]
• Private-LAN ranges: 192.168.0.0/16, 172.16.0.0/12, 10.0.0.0/8 [RFC 1918]
• 94 % of mobile ISPs use CGNAT, blocking inbound ports [Akamai, 2021]
• DDNS services start at USD 0–25 yr for a custom domain [No-IP Pricing]
Why won’t the address 192.192.1.1:8888 open my Dreambox?
192.192.1.1 is outside the private-LAN ranges, so most routers drop it. Use the IP shown in Menu → Setup → Network (usually 192.168.x.x) and omit “:8888” unless you changed OpenWebif to that port [Elektroda, bazily, post #17989174]
Do I ever need “:8888” after the IP?
Only if the Oscam web interface runs on port 8888; OpenWebif defaults to 80/443. Entering the port when it isn’t active causes the browser to refuse the connection [Elektroda, marcin.koz2910, post #17981603]
How can I confirm the decoder’s current network settings?
- Press Menu → Setup → System → Network.
- Select Adapter Settings and note IP, Netmask, Gateway.
- Run “ipconfig” on your PC; the first three octets should match [Elektroda, VooVoo, post #17981123]
What is the factory port for OpenWebif?
Port 80 for HTTP and 443 for HTTPS are default. If OpenWebif shows port 80 you can skip the suffix, e.g., http://192.168.1.5/ [Elektroda, simon_ttp, post #18005774]
Can I use FTP or SSH instead of the browser?
Yes. Total Commander (FTP) or PuTTY (SSH) connect using the Dreambox’s IP on ports 21 and 22. This bypasses browser issues and lets you edit configs directly [Elektroda, Darek.S, post #17991314]
LAN access works, but remote access fails—why?
Most mobile or cable ISPs place routers behind Carrier-Grade NAT, blocking unsolicited inbound traffic. Without a public IP, external devices cannot reach your forwarded ports [Elektroda, simon_ttp, post #19120065]
What are the prerequisites for watching Dreambox on my phone outside home?
You need 1) public IP (fixed or via DDNS), 2) port-forward 8001 (stream) and a chosen HTTP port (e.g., 1080→80), 3) enable username/password in OpenWebif, 4) create a profile in your mobile app pointing to your public address [Elektroda, simon_ttp, post #19119998]
How do I forward ports on my router?
Example 3-step snippet:
- Log into router → Port Forwarding/NAT.
- Add rule: WAN TCP/UDP 8001 → Dreambox IP 8001; add second rule WAN TCP 1080 → Dreambox IP 80.
- Save and reboot router. "Screen will not help much, as each router has it slightly different" [Elektroda, simon_ttp, post #19120029]
What if my public IP changes daily?
Register a free DDNS host (e.g., no-ip.com). Enter the DDNS credentials in your router so it updates automatically. Then connect using decodername.ddns.net:1080. This survives IP changes and costs about USD 0–25 yr for advanced plans [No-IP Pricing].
Does Orange LTE offer a public IP?
Orange Poland’s LTE plans deliver private CGNAT addresses by default. You must request (and pay for) a public static IP; availability varies by plan [Orange PL Spec, 2023].
Is exposing OpenWebif to the internet safe?
Use HTTPS (port 443), strong passwords, and disable guest access. A 2021 survey found 7 % of publicly reachable webif instances had default credentials [IoT Inspector, 2021].
How can I reset network settings if I lock myself out?
Hold the front-panel button during power-up to enter recovery, choose ‘Network Defaults’. The box reverts to DHCP on boot, letting you rediscover its IP [Dreambox Manual].
What’s the difference between OpenWebif and Oscam WebIf?
OpenWebif manages the Enigma2 interface (EPG, recordings) and defaults to port 80. Oscam WebIf manages softcam settings and often listens on 8888 or as configured in oscam.conf [Elektroda, bazily, post #17989174]
Decoder LED is green, ping works, but browser fails—what now?
Firewall or service crash causes this edge-case. Restart the OpenWebif plugin: Menu → Plugins → OpenWebif → Restart. If still down, reinstall via opkg update && opkg install --force-reinstall enigma2-plugin-extensions-openwebif [OpenATV Wiki].