Best way to connect an AP on the ceiling
I need to mount a couple of grandstream APs on my ceiling. I have solid cat 6 cabled up to the location in the ceiling. I was originally going to just terminate the cable in the ceiling to a wall...
View ArticleSetting Up VPN on Spark HG659b Router
Hi All,I am trying to set up a PIA VPN on my Spark HG659b Router as my son has an xbox that I want to put through it and I can't install an app on the xbox one. I have tried putting in the L2TP...
View ArticleHelp needed with TP-Link VR400 - Spark ADSL
Hey guysNeed a hand with the set up on this router as a friend bought one, and asked me to set it up.Summary and details of my efforts so far!Going onto a Spark ADSL (or ADSL2) connection.In the manual...
View ArticleDraytek 130 slower than Spark HG659b
I've recently moved from fiber zone to ADSL zone, so trying to optimise the home network as much as possible. I have a USG, US-860W and UAP-AC-PRO, so figured the Draytek 130 was the best option for a...
View ArticleRouter keeps disconnecting from WAN
Just got Stuff Fibre today and while I wait for their router I'm using an Orcon NF4V Firmware GURNV5.OT132A-8-NC.Orcon-R5B032.ENFor some reason the router keeps disconnecting from UFB. When this...
View ArticleGrandstream GWN7000 DNS rebinding affecting PLEX
Ok, so I have my new grandstream router up and working, but I'm having a problem with my PLEX server. I think it is to do with DNS rebinding as per here, as I can no longer direct connect to it...
View ArticleHelp picking parts for structured cabling setup
Hi all, we're about to get Fibre, which is awesome, and also will be doing some renovations to the house in the near future and I'll be able to run cable here there and everywhere, so it seems like a...
View ArticleUsing existing telephone cable / jacks for ethernet?
Houses in NZ from 2000 is that with a 6 wire RJ-11 telephone cable? Or is it just 2 wire? I know someone who asked if they can used for ethernet by adding a extra access point to improve Wi-Fi...
View ArticleData cabling for 1970s house
hi guys, have been thinking cable up a 3 bedroom house,my plan is to run cables to each bedroom + the lounge + 2 ceiling/walls for aps + 2 cable to under the eave (for cameras with POE) would it be...
View ArticleI.E/Edge can't use internet over VPN but Chrome/Firefox OK
This is super weird - when connected to my VPN, Chrome and Firefox work perfectly OK but Internet Explorer and Edge display error:This website could not be found.Error Code:...
View ArticleUBNT Unifi USG Speed Test > NZ site to replace their one with?
HiThe Unifi controller software has a built in speed test pointed at a server on their network, as a result it shows a higher latency and lower speed through put than actually achieveable. Do we have...
View ArticleASUS DSL ac55u and Firestick incompatibility
Hi all,A friend of mine has an ASUS DSL ac55u connected to ADSL2 from Unlimited Internet. When she plugs her firestick into her TV, the wireless connection drops on both 2.4 and 5Mhz and is unavailable...
View ArticleIs one wireless access point adequate (Cambium e410)
Having a house built soon.Will one wireless access point (Cambium e410) be adequate?https://www.cambiumnetworks.com/products/wifi/cnpilot-e410/It states that the range is 180m.As you can see, it's not...
View ArticleNew to Home networking
I am new to home networking.I have already connected 2 pcs (wired) and a laptop and a 9" tablet (wirelessly) to a hg659b modem supplied by vodafone in my house.I have several pcs (networked together)...
View ArticleHelp - Upgraded from DGND3700 to DSL-AC68U - Having "Modem Hangups"
Hi ,As per the title I upgraded form the DGND3700 to the DSL-AC68U and have come into the issue where i am getting "Modem Hangups"I have played around with the DSL settings they are below, this was set...
View ArticleSwitching from DHCPD to DNSMasq on Unifi USG
Anyone done this? It's still listed as beta on the 5.8.24 controller.I assume any static entries in the config.gateway.json need to be removed and recreated in a dnsmasq.conf fileThe whole force...
View ArticleFritz blocking some websites?
Hi all -I had to factory reset my Fritz box today and the auto configuration failed from 2degrees for some reason. I've set everything up correctly but I've noticed now that some websites are blocked...
View ArticleOpening Ports on my Modem
Hi Guys.I've spent ages trying to work this out, searching forums and google etc.At my work we have a Polycom Video Conference system; and HDX 7000. It's worked well in the past, but recently our modem...
View ArticleVPN over CGNAT
Hi All,I am struggling with this one.I have a client that has an office in Auckland and they have several users who remote in from home on occasion to access their desktops / network drives.A few users...
View ArticleParallel Imported Google Wifi from Dick Smith OK for NZ?
Dick Smith have parallel imported Google Wifi 3 packs on sale for $389 compared to the RRP $599 from the NZ retailers. Has any one had any experience using a US version in...
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