Ubiquiti Edgerouter Tutorial
I've lost count on how many times I've been asked to write a tutorial however because my current router has a rather complex configuration on it I could never get a chance to do it. Truth is, the...
View ArticlePossible setup with two broadband services?
Currently with BigPipe, only able to get ADSL at my address and the speeds aren't great (max of approx. 12mbit down, 2mbit up).I tried out Skinny Broadband over 4G which was much better (approx. 40mbit...
View ArticleIs it possible to configure Spark Huawei HG630B as a wireless router or...
Hi all. I have a Spark VDSL connection with a Huawei HG659 modem (originally a Vodafone modem, but I put Spark firmware on it). I also have a Spark Huawei HG630b modem which I would like to use to...
View ArticleWindows stops routing ipv6 wan after 36-48 hours
Hopefully this is the right place to post this, if not let me know and I'll delete it and move it to the proper place. I'm in the beta for ipv6 on Bigpipe, but I don't think this is strictly related to...
View ArticleNew Computer, VDSL speeds and firewalls
Hi everyone.I have two issues that I hope someone can help me with .1. I have just purchased a new Computer from computer lounge. Finally come back to PC after all these years. It has come with Windows...
View ArticleUsing Huawei HG630B as a repeater
HiI have a spark hg630b and would like to use it as a repeater.If this is possible, does anyone have simple to follow instructions on how to set this up?Thanks
View ArticleNetgear Orbi - can I plug directly into Chorus ONT?
I want to replace my current TP-Link Archer D9 router, Netgear Orbi looks good but I can't find anywhere confirmationthat Orbi can be plugged directly into the Chorus Fiber box inside my house. I'm...
View ArticleArcher C5 setup
Trying to set up an Archer C5 v2 as an AP but seem to be finding that a reasonably secure (no LAN access) Guest login has not been catered for.Wanting to have access to LAN/Internet from non-guest...
View Article2C wall socket connection for internet?
Hi, My mate asked the installer to put a wall connection in, so he could plug an Ethernet cable in, for smart TV connectivity. We've just noticed that the wall socket says 2C. Isn't that a phone...
View ArticleCan I Reduce my ping speeds to get stable connection for online gaming?
I normally get 20 - 30 ping around New Zealand servers which is pretty good for local gaming experience but once I get matched up with U.S and Asian players on street fighter my game freezes up,...
View ArticleFritzBox 7490 not saving DynDNS information!!
I have used this in the past and has worked perfectly but now my FritzBox 7490 won't save DynDNS information. After entering correct account information and clicking submit, information stays there but...
View ArticleAccess point that supports Apples Time Capsule functionality
Soooo...At the Mother In Laws and her older Apple Airport Extreme is on its last legs.It's currently being used as an access point off their ISP provided Huawei router.She has been backing up her...
View ArticleNew Ubiquiti Router & AP Purchase
Hi allPretty soon I'm about to move house and am looking for a new router and AP's. I've spent a bit of time researching and am keen to get a Ubiquiti EdgeRouter (ER-X-SFP) and x2 UniFi AC Lite AP's...
View ArticleIs a Network Switch the Same as a Router?
I know michaelmurfy has already covered routers recently, but I need a straight yes or no answer. Please excuse the simple/broad terms I may use.Here we go:Can a network switch, be used like a normal...
View ArticleHelp with setting up a network printer on home network.
Hello,I was given an HP Laserjet 4200n, I figured it would be quite easy to set up and use at home. It's not been so straight forward due to the use of a powerline adaptor and second router to extend...
View ArticleXClaim power cord
Real quick question re xclaim products, I purchased one of their AP's, opened the box to find a POE injector but no power cord to power the injector. Is this standard or is the power cable missing?
View Articlerecommend me a ADSL 2+ modem?
Ok, so I've just ordered the Asus RT-AC68U wireless router from amazon. Obviously this router does not include a built in dsl modem as far as I'm aware. Can you guys recommend me a decent dsl modem to...
View ArticleTP-Link Archer C2 and Spark Blunder...What To Do Next?
New user here, so excuse any ignorance if this has been gone over in detail before.The Spark supplied router (Huawei HG659b) has been complete and total crap for the past 2-3 months. The WiFi dies...
View ArticleMikrotik Router (Cyberoam) Experience - Needs to run as a Passthru/Bridge
Hi AllI think im using the right terms here, I will give you an Outline of what the issue is and what we are trying to do.The "PROBLEM"For our Business clients they have fibre connections with Cyberoam...
View ArticleNetcomm NF4V Router Storage Service - Windows can't connect to resource
Hi everyone, I have an external hard drive which, whenever I need to access it, is connected via USB to my wireless router modem. Now since I have the NF4V Netcomm Router I cannot access my storage...
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