Help with DSL-AC68U Fibre Connection under 100mbps
hello helpful people, I have searched a lot on the internet and tried couple of things but I cant seem to fix my problem so I am seeking help. I have a ASUS DSL-AC68U modem which is connected to a...
View ArticleNeed help with Home Network setup
Hey guys, I'm looking for the best way to set up my home network before we go into lock-down for at least the next four weeks.Just a disclaimer that I'm not too familiar with home networking so please...
View ArticleWifi 6 Access Points?, no router required
Are there any good-quality wifi6 access points out there, but without a router component?I watched a review of the Amplifi Alien, which combines a router/access point and there is a bundle with a...
View ArticlePoor speeds and Range on Unifi AP-AC-LR
Hi guys, I figured we would upgrade our Wifi at home with a Unifi AP-AC-LR to give us a bit more range and flexibility with our WiFi over an old D-Link 4320L.I need someone smarter than me to tell me...
View ArticleHuawei HG659b modem - cant connect to my work VPN using this modem, any help...
Hi guys. So I have a Spark Huawei HG659b modem, which just will not allow me to connect to my Meraki work VPN.I can connect using a hotspot on my phone or other device (windows 10 wifi connection) but...
View ArticleImpressed with 5GHz wifi
I am impressed my Elitebook laptop does 7mS, 106/21 via wireless on my 100/20 connection.Call me happy!
View ArticleSpark HG659B Bridging
Hi,I own two Spark HG659B router/modems that I am trying to bridge. Preferably I'd like to do this wirelessly, but from what I've read, it's not possible to do this so I assume the only way I can do it...
View ArticleTV - Slower speed when hardwired compared to WiFi
On my iPhone, my fibre speed is approx 190/20.On my TV, which is hardwired, I only get approx 90/20.How come? I thought it could expect faster speeds, if it's hardwired.I just did a speedtest as well,...
View ArticleAnybody here an expert with FreeNAS? Need some help
Hi AllI thought I would check here for some local help before I go to the freenas forums and ask there.I have had a freenas setup for a few months now which has been running superbly, yesterday the...
View ArticleMicro filters and broadband
I originally post some of this in the COVID Topic but for the sake of carrying on with the discussion I have moved it here.WEDNESDAY - Yesterday I spent 3 hrs trying to get my elderly sister-in-law...
View ArticleAdvice needed to better set up home network for lockdown period
Hi,With the lockdown now in place we have 5 people at home wanting to be online with multiple devices/ reasons at the same time. I've noticed a drop off in speed/ reliability. Both my wife and I are...
View ArticleSimple LAN setup not working
We recently renovated which included a new sleep out / office. Our Electrician installed two Ethernet sockets - one in the House (next to our Fibre ONT and wifi source) - the other in the outside...
View ArticleHP Microserver Gen8 Not Getting IP Address on 2nd Port of NIC
Hi thereI have a HP GEN8 that is running Unraid and I am struggling to get an IP Address on the 2nd Port of the NIC. Port 1 is fine and also the ILO port.I have made sure that the ILO port is setup to...
View ArticleConnecting Synology to Vodafone Ultra Hub
I've just moved address. My Synology NAS was connected to Spark VDSL router at old address, now connected to a Vodafone Ultra Hub (Kapiti cable).I can see my Synology is connected to the router for...
View ArticleWhat are client side device(s) for UFB?
Hello all,just a quick easy to answer question. I just got call from a Slinghsot person who tried to get me to switch to them for Internet and possibly electricity / mobile. Their internet UFB offer...
View ArticleFritzbox 7490 locked out of W7 Network
I have a Windows7 home network, with a venerable Fritzbox 7490 router.I had to reload W7, and it now requires a user name and password to accessthe 7490. Previously it did'nt require a network...
View ArticleVodafone Home Gateway HG659 WLAN 2.4 GHZ & WLAN 5 GHZ SEPERATE PASSWORDS ?
Hi I have been trying to find out if I can set up 2 different passwords for my home wifi router It is a Vodafone Home Gateway HG659It has same password for WLAN 2.4 GHZ & WLAN 5 GHZ and I am...
View ArticleHG659 wifi speeds? Gigabit fibre
Hi all,Just had gigabit fibre installed with Spark and I'm trying to work out what's going on with the speeds. Using an HG659 and it's maxing out speedtests around 200mbit down / 100mbit up over 5ghz...
View ArticleGoogle Nest WIFI dropping packages, high latency
Hi, I hope you're all well and safe.I've been having issues with my home network for a few months now. I have Fibre 100Mbps internet with Nova Energy and I use a Mikrotik router (RB760iGS) doing the...
View ArticleVodafone ultra hub setup for Myrepublic
I need help setting up my VF ultra hub to work on Myrepublic anyone have any idea where to go in the settings and what to do? I'm stuck without internet and only have mobile
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