Vdsl sync speed change not effecting end user download/upload speeds
Hi. I'm not a native english speaker so excuse my possible and probable errors in writing. My problem is that my fritzbox 7360 router reports syncing with dslam on far greater speed than what I am...
View ArticleCrazy weird wireless issue (latency/drops)
I'm having some really odd issues with my wireless.I'm getting odd latency jitter:I've tried multiple access points (Unifi, FritzBox), different channels, different SSIDs (longer, shorter, spaces, no...
View ArticleWhy not to buy Dlink
Seems Dlink have been putting on-purpose backdoors in their routers.I don't know which ones have been sold in NZ...See: http://www.devttys0.com/2013/10/reverse-engineering-a-d-link-backdoor/
View Articlenetgear DGN200 N300 router - firmware issue?
We have a client with one of the above - latest firmware version. all good except:Guest Wireless network - changed the SSID and password, pressed save and let it do its thing. Tries to attach to guest...
View ArticleAdTrap Review
Sorry if wrong forum but this little gem arrived in the post today. To be honest, I'd forgotten all about it as it's over a year since I put the peso's into Kickstarter. Pretty much plug in and play....
View ArticleHamachi replacement?
Does anyone have any suggestion for a good Hamachi replacement on Windows? It must run as a service.I tried the Windows Server built-in SSTP but it's too unstable, with either not connecting or...
View ArticleEthernet powerline
I have read here many times about using http://www.pbtech.co.nz/index.php?z=p&p=NETNCMP204&name=NETCOMM-NP204-200Mbps-Ethernet-Powerline-Homeplug- type of device as an alternative to wireless...
View ArticleStrange disconnection problems
Hi all,I am having some really strange problems with my internet connection right now. I am with Vodafone and we have been getting a lot of disconnections everyday. We have two modems, Huawei HG520s...
View ArticleWhere to buy RJ45 double wall plates in Wellington
Where can I buy RJ45 double wall plates in Wellington? Do any hardware stores have them, or do I need to go to a specialist store?
View ArticleRules to apply to block DLNA to client
Hi guysI have a Fritz!Box 7390 router connected to a 15-port switch which then goes off to various clients around the house -- one of them is a Blu-Ray player with DLNA in my Son's bedroom. The router...
View ArticleAlternative to TL-WR703N with multiple ethernet ports
I bought three TL-WR703N, installed OpenWRT on them and use them round the house and garden to provide good Wifi coverage. But since I've only got a single ethernet cable running to them it means I...
View ArticleComputer Shutting down issues with Cisco SRP521W
Hi There,I have been using a Cisco SRP521W router for several months now, which was provided by Vodafone under their UFB trial programme. I have been pretty pleased with its performance and am able to...
View ArticleBalancing ADSL bandwidth usage on LAN
I have a home network with 4 users connected by ethernet to a D-Link DSL-G604T.I'e found that certain applications like Google Drive and Outlook, which have no built in facility to control bandwidth...
View Articlemultiple cable runs vs just using a network switch?
I.m going to put in some ethernet runs about the house to take advantage of the new UFB install happening next week!I am getting my electrician to quote on it- and the price is probably reasonable-...
View ArticleTried twice on different modems, Password keeps changing
I am in desperate need of help! I recently had a Technicolor Modem from Telecom, and I tried to make a password for the admin account and then after I needed to type it in. So I did, it said incorrect....
View ArticleCat6 Cable - Same Framing Hole as RF/Aerial - Problems?
I'm doing some in-wall re-cabling.One option I have to make things simple is to use existing holes with Cat6 in the same hole as an existing RF aerial for Freeview.I have avoided sharing alongside all...
View Article802.11ac Wifi support combined with VDSL2 support?
Getting Snap VDSL2 installed next week, I declined their offer for the Fritzbox ($445 IRC) as I prefer to source my own (and their price seemed $$). Snap guy on the line said that most modern Routers...
View ArticleRecommend someone to check my network
Hi. I have a network receiver (Denon 2313) and Internet TV, iPad , iPhones etc. I don't think I am getting the best out if everything. Airplay is intermittent on the denon between iPhone and is...
View Articledynamix cable- good price, any issues?
Looking at the DYNAMIX Cat6 Ivory UTP SOLID Cable Roll. 550MHz, 23 AWGx4P, PVC Jacket.presume solid is better for fixed permanent wiring.will this be good or just good enough?- is 'cheaper' cable in...
View ArticleTrying to setup a new home network please!
Hi folksI'm hoping that someone on here would be kind enough to help me on the subject of setting up my network panel I have in the garage. I know the basics of computing but I am stuck as what to do...
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