Voyager BYO UFB router fail
I thought I'd post my experience here as it may save someone else the hours I've spent chasing this. We chose Voyager because they have no contract term and a cheaper 30/10 plan (we are trying to...
View ArticleApple devices hogging wifi/internet bandwidth?
Hi all, a chance conversation with my daughter yesterday had us realise we are both having this issue. We each have a teen in the family with a Macbook Air, and whenever said teens are streaming videos...
View ArticleAnd everything turned to custard! Spark Huawei Router HG630B
Well it didn't help that last week the cat knocked a glass of water on my surface which has travelled to parts unknown with an equally unknown return date. IE: I don't have access to the usual...
View ArticleRecommendations, WiFi router
Looking at getting a new WiFi router, looking at an ASUS RT-AC58U, Not needing all the hi tech bells and whistles just some good range, mostly just for surfing on tables, Chromecast and perhaps some...
View ArticleHow to set up ASUS RT-AC87U remote control and VPN Server
Hi there,Just installed Skinny fibre last week,I use AC87U direct connect to ONT, but still can't use ASUS DDNS features,See following.My question is 1, want through ASUS mobile app remote control the...
View ArticleNoob question about a "splitter" and the cons of getting it taken out
Hey guys, I apologise if this is in the wrong category, I am a noob here.A couple of years ago we had some tech guy put a splitter into the phone jack in the office, which as I understand then rendered...
View ArticleSuggestions for ADSL/VDSL and UFB routers
Hi AllI do a lot of work with IP cameras, and am rapidly discovering that quite a few of the combination modem/router/AP units that ISP's give away or sell to customers are basically e-waste straight...
View ArticleUnturned - Port Forwarding Huawei HG659B
Hiya,I'm having trouble port forwarding for an Unturned server (or any server for that matter). I've watched and read many guides and allowed the ports access in my firewall too. I've never succesfully...
View ArticleHome Network: Separate DNS settings per device?
Currently have a Huawei HG659 - having no issues setting global DNS settings for the entire home network. I use OpenDNS which works pretty well for content filtering (kids in the house). What I want is...
View ArticleHP Envy DV6 won't connect to Orcon Genius router via WiFi
Anyone else had difficulty connecting their laptop to an Orcon Genius (GLD411-OR) router via wifi?This laptop has always connected to EVERYTHING - there has never been a wi fi issue. However the...
View ArticleNew Networking Setup
This weekend I assisted @asmallchild with installing a rack under the stairs in his house and making everything look glorious. His setup is almost an exact clone of mine with the following:- Ubiquiti...
View ArticleTechnicolor Modems - TG582n and TG585v7 - differences?
My TG582n seems to be failingI've been given a used TG585v7.I have no idea how the 582n compares with the 585v7.Advice would be appreciated.Thanks :-)
View ArticleOutdoor Range Extender / Wireless bridge Suggestions - 500m distance
Hi, I'm looking for suggestions for a suitable range extender to cover a distance of 500m from one house to another to share an internet connection. I currently have a 2.4ghz setup and am getting 20db...
View ArticleSetting up Synology L2TP VPN with UniFi USG
Hi guys, I've been trying to set up my Synology NAS to do L2TP VPN but can't seem to get the ports open for L2TP VPN on the Unifi USG. Basically, I've been into the Port Forward properties of the USG...
View ArticleSynology Discstation 1815+ falling off network
So...Been running this NAS as a media server / storage box for last 12 months hassle free. It's been turned off several times during that period and powers back on just fine and is found by my main...
View ArticleFritzbox 7490 vpn server
Off the back of Steve Biddles excellent security article, I've been trying to setup the 7490 vpn server. https://www.geekzone.co.nz/sbiddle/8941AVM say...[i]The FRITZ!VPN software cannot be used in...
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 ArticleWhat's the best way to separate IoT devices from your Home Network?
As per question, but still allow me to access the IoT devices from my Home Network.
View ArticleWiden my wifi for elderly neighbours.
Hi,I have an elderly neighbour over the back fence who asked me about getting internet, I helped out but it turns out she doesn't have a load of money, in fact none. She also has a friend who lives...
View ArticleNew House Setup Advice
Some advice please. Just moved into my new house. I'd like to install a reliable network (wired and wireless) but I'm no expert in this area. Here are some particulars that may help: 4-bed house, split...
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