Two routers as access point for new house?
We're having a new house built (double storey). Would it make sense to have an RJ45 wall plate downstairs and upstairs. And then a router at each RJ45 wall plate? This would work like an access point,...
View Article[Help] Does any one have the download link for the latest firmware of HG659b?
As the website structure of Spark's support page has been changed, there is no download link for the latest firmware of their routers, does any one have a backup download link of them? Much appreciated!
View ArticleVPN
HiI successfully created a vpn connection to two pcsbut I don't know how next to logon to the remote pc.I thought to use RDP or should I use other software.The point of using VPN is to not have an RDP...
View ArticleSetting up Layer 3 core switch and access switches
Hi all,I have a client who needs to migrate from a 3Com 100Mbps "core" switch to a new Aruba 2930F Layer 3 switch (1Gpbs).Thus far I have installed and configured the following access layer switches...
View ArticleLets Encrypt now support wildcard certificates
per title Lets Encrypt are now offering wildcard certificate support
View ArticleMikrotik HAPac Gigabit router and Spark
Hi would someone be willing to share a script for setting up a Mikrotik HAP ac for Spark.I know the basics just do not want to miss something and end up wide open for an exploit!Your help would be...
View ArticleWifi extension / own network
Hi all, need some advice or even know if its possible (not hitting anything on google)basically a dorm network/uni looking to sort chromecast out (without using connectify - unreliable constant...
View ArticleHOW TO: Set up a Mikrotik RB951G-2HnD for UFB
As a few people have requested here is a how-to for setting up a Mikrotik RB951G-2HnD for use with UFB (in my case, Spark UFB) and a DNS unblocking service. The Mikrotik RB951G-2HnD is simply put, a...
View ArticleEpson projector - wireless LAN function.
Someone has a Epson EB 955WH. I downloaded the manual, one can add a Wireless LAN device that plugs into it. Question - does it need a router? At the moment it is just the projector there connected to...
View ArticleAdvice on new Router
Currently running a HG630B, but get pretty poor wifi speeds(Range from 15-30mb/s about 4m away from router) considering we have 100MB/s fibre.. I am wanting to upgrade to a 5hz router that will up the...
View ArticleEthernet not getting Internet connection
I rebooted my Bigpipe Modem/Router this week (standard Huawei HG659) and ever since then ethernet/LAN connections have been unable to connect to the internet. WIFI is getting Internet (which is how I...
View ArticleFritzbox 7490 and Webserver Remote Access
Hey all, I'm usually pretty apt at finding solutions to my tech issues, but this one has me stumped so I've registered to seek some help here. I have the 2 degrees provided Fritz Box 7490 and am trying...
View ArticleSuper weird when we connect the Apple iPad to our LAN
Hi all...I actually wanted to video what happened to prove Apple is stuffing up our internet connection. Im still on copper, we use a wireless router with really good speeds for crappy dsl+2 (22Mbps...
View ArticleNew VDSL connection with Spark but VDSL cable doesn't fit jack point
Live in Auckland, but in the Whitford area which is semi rural and can't get fibre so have just upgraded to VDSL with Spark.They sent a new modem (model HG659b) which before being switched we connected...
View ArticleDrilled into a cable going into ONT
Yep, so accidentally drilled into a wire going into the ONT. It is still working fine, but just wanting to check to see if it's going to be a fire hazard/unsafe, and needs to be replaced. I have...
View ArticleSlingshot Malware targets MikroTik routers
https://securityboulevard.com/2018/03/slingshot-malware-uses-iot-device-in-targeted-attacks/
View Articlenetwork hardware for Dota2 latency
I think I know the answer to the this question, but out of interest... Do the fibre ONT boxes handle 10Gbit? I assume they don't?I currently have a pfsense box with this card, "Intel® 82571EB...
View ArticleWeak wifi signal advice
I have a friend who works in the back office for a large nationwide organisation with retail outlets. The retail outlets offer free wifi which anyone can connect to. The problem is that she works on...
View ArticleASUS Cashback Promotion Scam
Hi Team So I bought the new RT-AC86U Router from PB Tech in December of last year it had a cashback offer of $30 via redemption I followed all the instructions and applied for it the next day and then...
View ArticleQuick question re HDMI over Ethernet
From the image above, what would happen if there were two HDMI over Ethernet transmitters on the same LAN? Would the receivers just crap itself?
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