Switch or hub or double adapter?
Hi all, I have one long ethernet cable but need to plug in 2 ethernet devices. What do i need on the end to allow this? Hub or switch? Or is there just a simple double adapter, like you can get for...
View ArticleAnker soundbuds bluetooth won't connect to phone
I have a pair of Anker Soundbuds which I have been happily using previously with my iPhone and recently with my Samsung Note 8. These have been great little earphones, but today they won't make a...
View ArticleApple airport VERY slow dowload speed
Hi AllI'm setting up a small Ubiquiti wisp style network, running it all off a 200/200 fibre connection.It's all working well, but I've struck a hitch a one place.An Apple airport extreme being used as...
View ArticleFibre install help
Hi all, I'm after some help regarding my fibre install in our new house. So basically the electritian and the chorus guys are done and I have no idea how I'm meant to connect it all up. I'm wanting to...
View ArticleHelp - Netgear R7800, LEDE firmware, UFB
I just bought a new router, the NETGEAR R7800, and installed LEDE firmware.I intend to have this as the main router and wireless AP, with it connected to the ONT. No other routers involved.My ISP is...
View Articlesubtitles over DLNA
Hi all,maybe the topic title is not the best choice but I am confident there are many others who had / have the same issue - maybe there is a solution out there?In brief: I can access shared files...
View Articlecan't view one computer on the network
I have a home network of two wired computers and a few laptops all connected together by a fritzbox.One of the computers is an HTPC and the other is my main work/downloading computer. Just recently I...
View ArticleLooking for firmware Fritzbox 7340
Friends, I need downgrade firmware of my Fritzbox 7340: after last update, it doesn't navigate on internet.Before, it worked well with firmware 05.23: anyone has got that firmware?Now, I've found...
View ArticleAffordable router for near line speed IPsec VPN throughput on Gigabit?
This isn't really covered by @michaelmurfy 's excellent router guide, so throwing this open for the masses.Currently in the middle of getting Gigabit UFB into several sites for work, and once we have...
View ArticleNetwork problem with old telecom '2WireGateway' (model 2701HGV-W)
This motor repair business uses the Telecom (pre-Spark) modem noted above.The business has three computers - two desktops and a laptop.Until recently, all was well - the computers were hardwired to the...
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...
View ArticleExtend WiFi, by connecting WAP's with Ethernet cables?
I want maximum performance, with the widest range, and hopefully a single wireless network name.I just bought two D-Link DAP-1360's. They are the latest release "F".I plan on hooking them both up to a...
View Articlehome setup help pls
Is it possible to connect the spark modem (huaweii HG659b) somewhere other that in the distribution box? Currently I have the modem connected to ONT and switch between modem and inputs to 8 other...
View ArticleEthernet stopped working, Wifi OK
My recollection is that I went out for 3-4 hours (today), came back and the Ethernet connection is no longer working. Wifi is OK.I have an HP ProBook G1, running W10 Professional (and is up-to-date).I...
View ArticlePC killing DHCP
So I have a strange situation. I have a HP 6200 desktop (its got an integrated Intel 82579LM NIC) running windows 10 pro with nothing but Plex installed and a couple of shares for transferring files to...
View ArticleNewbie question reg. switch
I'm a bit of a newbie, so please excuse me, if the question sounds a bit stupid: Our fibre box and router is located in the bedroom.Our TV and Android TV box is located in the living room, approx 8...
View ArticleGoogle WiFi
We've recently had issues with the single D-Link "Saipan" router fading out or slowing down in some parts of the property, plus it also recently started freezing out certain devices....and needed to...
View ArticleNoob Questions - How to get WiFI Internet on my Laptop anywhere?
Okay a bit of a noob question. I have seen those vodem and wifi sticks that you plug into your laptop and get wifi/access to the internetz. I plan to go camping a bit and also end up visiting older...
View ArticlePower-line, Circuit Breaker and RCD's
Hi All,Having just completely rewired an old state house, I wondering to hear from those who are using power-line adapters on different circuits, through circuit breakers and RCD's. Trying to find a...
View ArticleGetting more speed out of a powerline adaptor
I have a set of TL-PA411 but they are currently maxing out at about 27Mbps when my internet connection is 40Mbps. Is there anything I can do to improve my speeds e.g. buy better adaptors? The adaptors...
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