CloudFlare DNS 1.1.1.1 introduces malware and adult website blocking DNS service
CloudFlare has introduced "1.1.1.1 for families". This provides additional DNS servers as followsMalware Blocking OnlyPrimary DNS: 1.1.1.2Secondary DNS: 1.0.0.2Malware and Adult ContentPrimary DNS:...
View ArticleChorus SFP ONT
When searching through the internet I saw that chorus were trialling SFP onts for buisnesses a while back...1. I was wondering if it is finally out or not... And if it was available to household...
View ArticleFritz! OS - Different DNS server settings on guest network
GZ Family,Rather new to the Fritz userbase. So far very impressed with ease of setup and general stability of the web interface and system as whole. I assume there is some advanced config available via...
View ArticleWifi signal boost via wired ethernet ports.
Hi.I have moved into a new house where the modem is located at one end meaning wifi signal is poor at the other. The house has ethernet ports hardwired into each bedroom. I currently connect larger...
View ArticleAny way to enable https on HG659b?
I had a minor panic this morning that may, or may not have been induced by some kind of network intrusion.I've ended up factory resetting my router (HG659b), and maybe it's just my heightened sense of...
View ArticleDoes the ONT Model 200 support VoIP?
Hi,Just wondering if the Chorus Optical Terminal (model 200) supports VoIP? if so, does anyone know how to configure it?My provider is Bigpipe which haven't been any help with my questions :(Regards,G
View Articledydns vs registering a domain
I have used dydns for years so that I could get to a VPN server on my network.This has been invaluable quite a few times. However my subscription has run out and I am trying to figure out if it is...
View ArticleUsing 'Vodafone Ultra Hub' as a wifi repeater. Cuts out after 5 minutes
Hey everyone,I have disabled DHCP, set a manual IP of 192.068.1.254.Plugged the modem into port #1. (Tried WAN port, no luck).It works over 2.4 and 5ghz, but after 5-10 minutes stops working until it's...
View ArticleFritzbox 7590(Main) want to set up 1-2 Huawei HG659b spark routers as...
Hi Guys, New to the forums here so my apologies if I have done something wrong by posting this. I currently have a Fritzbox 7590 as my modem/router due to the ISP that I am with.The signal at one side...
View ArticleHelp with home network
Hey, I was wondering if I could get some help here.I have a little bit of a more advanced network setup.I have a edgerouter PoE connected to gig fibre.. I get great speeds > 900mbit, so no...
View ArticleOrbi RBK23 or RBK50 for large L shaped home or alternatives.
Hi AllIm looking to upgrade our home wifi, im having a few dead spots and want to eliminate these.We have a large L Shape home. Approx 250sqm. Ive provided a pictureRed spots are where my current...
View ArticleHow can I use the homeline provided by Slingshot with Asus RT-AC68U
Hi all,Hope you're all staying safe. I am on Slingshot Fibre and an existing phone line. It is important for us to have a phone line so that we can call International which Slingshot offers a call pack...
View ArticleProblems using Dynalink DIR-615
Hi there,Was part of the Truenet research programme which has now concluded. They have done something to the supplied router meaning I can't connect to it and the factory reset doesn't seem to work....
View ArticleSanity check on using Cisco 891F as residentual UFB router?
Situation: Fibre 100Mpbs residential Internet connection with one Huawei HG659b as the router AP and a Linksys WRT54G as second AP. I would like to put in a non-wifi router and use the HG659B as just...
View ArticleOrcon fibre router and Google wifi setup
Hi,Hope someone can assist me.I have an Orcon fibre router and Google wifi (3 nodes in the mesh).What is the correct config between the Orcon router and Google wifi?Does my Orcon router still need DHCP...
View ArticleAruba Instant On - Who as used them
I have been given a pair of Aruba AP12's to play with.... has anyone every tried to use them before? If so what do you think?
View ArticleOrbi Wifi cutting out intermittently
HiI have an Orbi RBR20 with a satellite currently configured like this: fibre ONT -> Spark-issued Modem/router -> Orbi in AP modeAbout 2 weeks ago the Wifi signal kept dropping off every...
View ArticleSecureDNS is shutting down
If you use SecureDNS time to change - OpenDNS, 1.1.1.1 Cloudflare for Families, Cloudflare Gateway have similar functionality (in order of preference and being free/paid).SecureDNS is shutting down...
View ArticleUniFi Alarm: AP Radar Detected
Hi team, I have the Unifi CloudKEy Controller and a couple of Unifi AP. https://www.gowifi.co.nz/wireless/uck-g2-plus.html Recently I'm getting alerts "UniFi Alarm: AP Radar Detected"Device name: (any...
View ArticleFibre to the Garage (LAN)
Hi All,I'm a long time lurker, and have always managed to find the info required until now. Situation:-I have a detached garage which is around 5m from the house, and I'd like to run networking out to...
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