FreeNAS replication
Hi,I've setup a FreeNAS box recently, partly for the fun of doing a project but also to get a decent backup system in place.I managed to pick up an HP N40L in PB Tech's sale a few weeks ago, put 4x2TB...
View ArticleWhere to get power sockets that will fit in a DYNAMIX 18" Wall Mount...
HiAs per title I've currently got one of these enclosures surface mounted in a cupboard so I can use one of the bottom entry points for power, however I'd like to make it neater and flush mount. Doing...
View ArticleTenda w300d to Netcomm nb304n wireless bridge?
Hi, I was wondering if i could setup a wireless bridge between a Tenda w300d and a Netcomm nb304n at all? and if so how would I go about doing it?If this is not possible is there a way i can connect...
View ArticleRetaining config - Cisco SRP527W
Hi all,Just a quick question about the Cisco SRP527W. The 527 has an ADSL modem with the option to swap to Ethernet WAN if required. Only small issue is that when you change to an Ethernet WAN...
View ArticleTelecom fibre router TG587n V3 configuration
Hi there,I just bought a telecom UFB fibre router technicolor TG587n V3 and want to access and modify the advanced configuration menu, which is replaced by telecom with its own customization.the...
View ArticleW2K/DHCP/VLAN and NIC config question.
Hi, hopefully someone will read this and go 'Ah ha, you are missing something obvious - do this..' and I'll be on my way. :) I have an issue whereby a Win 2K server running DHCP which resides on a...
View ArticleVigor 120 showing no signs of life
Hi,I recently replaced the Telecom modem/router with a Draytyek Vigor 120 modem and Tp-Link router. All has been going fine for the last couple of days but today when we got home the Vigor had no...
View ArticleWinxp Unable to connect to wifi :/
My friend who came to visit one day brought his 2 year old laptop and tried to connect to my home wifi, he uses Windows xp sp3. Anyways, when I typed in the password it said Acquiring Address for about...
View ArticleNetflix on PS3?
I have set up Netflix on my laptop and am trialling Netflix and unblock-us. It works well but I would prefer to do it through the PS3 - I understand that this is possible - correct?I have transferred...
View ArticleWifi 'boosting'. Are we wasting our time ?
I'll try to explain this as best I can so please bear with me.A friend has recently 'moved back home' and is trying to sort out wifi access to a garage in the garden. The existing wifi is in the corner...
View ArticleSmall office managed-switch
Work at a small office with 16 desktop clients and 4 servers, we're finding a lot of issues with using Webex and Skype of late so the boss has asked me to think about trying to improve performance....
View ArticlePlease recommend an ethernet installer for house in Pukekohe.
Although my house is only 5 yrs old the original owners/builders couldnt see the point of installing ethernet cabling (grrrr). I've been making do with Homeplug/Powerline devices but my networking...
View ArticleNew home setup for streaming
Hi everyone,Today my uncle has purchased PLP to watch his premier league football.My question to anyone out there who may be able to help is this...For a typical household what is the best setup, I...
View ArticleCat5 Termination for Home LAN
Hi all, This is my first post here but I have been using this sitefor quite some time and learnt a lot from the browsing the forums. So first-up,thanks J I have a question about my existing cat5 wiring...
View Articlenaked broadband demarcation wiring
I currently have a mess of wiring in my house. I have naked broadband, and have no need for any phone jacks around the house. I just want to wire a cat 5/6 wire straight from the demarcation point to...
View ArticleWDS on old Thomson TG585v7
Well after a few days of tempering i have managed to get WDS working smoothly... but only with WEP, i prefer WPA2 if its possible.. anychance people?I know thats its not the most ideal way of having...
View ArticleGetting VDSL installed - do I need to start thinking of a new modem location?
I've got Chorus coming on Tuesday to install VDSL at my property. At this point I am wondering if I need to put some thought into where I want the VDSL jackpoint located... or will they be able to use...
View ArticleRecommendations for 8 port unmanaged switch
Current switch has died, need recommendations (and suppliers please) of a good, reliable 8 port unmanaged switch please.
View ArticleWhats your LAN like?
Hey everyone, I'm making some changes to my LAN and thought I would share them with you all and offer you the chance to really show off your LAN as well.Heres my LAN right now:What I plan to soon,...
View Articlewifi to opposite ends of the apartment
I have recently moved in to my wife's inner city apartment. She has a wifi modem router at the living area end of the apartment, but reception is poor at the far end. The signal has to pass through...
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