Possible? Broadband ->PPOE-> router-> share via wifi
Hi My daughter has snap broadband internet via PPOE on an Ethernet port on her wall. We're trying to share this with the rest of the flat via a netcomm N300 wireless router. Is this possible? We can...
View ArticleCisco ASA5505 firewall outside connection ?
Hi, I am trying to set up the outside interface of an ASA5505 to connect via my TPLink TD-W8960N ADSL router to the internet.There are three options in the ASA5505 for the outside interface:-use static...
View ArticleDD-WRT + fibre?
YoI'm on Slingshot's 100/50 fibre plan. The router they give you is a bit rubbish so I've gone out and purchased the Netgear R7000 Nighthawk. The stock firmware doesn't support VLAN10/802.1Q tagging so...
View Article10Gb Ethernet switches, what's out there/what's "good"?
HiWe have a couple of VMware ESX boxes with storage provided by an iSCSI SAN via gigabit ethernet connections. At times the gigabit ethernet for the iSCSI is a bit of a bottle neck so we are kind of...
View ArticleRecommendations for home NAS please
HiI'm interested in what people's latest thoughts are on the best option for a home NAS solution.In this case, specifically, I simply want a centralised file store to (a) replace ageing desktop PC, (b)...
View ArticleNew Modem Router advice
I'm a new member and will state from the start that I have limited knowledge when it comes to modems and routers.I currently have the standard thomson tg585v8 that came when I signed up to telecom.All...
View ArticleTwo internet connections in one house?
I potentially have some people moving into my house for a few months while they look for their own house, and they have an existing internet contract (I"m not sure who with) which they don't want to...
View ArticleVPN Recommendation for travelling (Europe/iPad)
My daughter will shortly be travelling around Europe with an iPad, staying in all sorts of dodgy hostels etc. I want her to use a VPN so she can have more protection when using wifi connections.I've...
View ArticleTELECOM PACE V5542 MODEM - can it be configured for other internet providers?.
Hi a simple question about the pace v5542I grabbed it from my work cause i needed a vdsl/fiber modem and since most are quite pricey I thought it would be worth it since work dosnt have a use for...
View ArticleIncreasing volume in Synology NAS
I am increasing the volume in my Synology DS209j NASCurrently 1tb in Raid 1Do I just put in first new 2 tb disc and manage it from within DSM (4.2)or do I have to "prepare" the new disc first? The...
View Articlevb104w locked down! Help!
Hi, a friend of mine bought a vb104w off trademe for as a VDSL modem (bigpipe), however after receiving it he has found that he cannot log into the web interface, it has a password as expected. We have...
View ArticleCongested Wi-Fi
Hi y'all.I've recently (3 months ago now) moved house, and the new location has an amazing knotwork of WiFi networks. It's gotten to the point where any of my devices trying to connect via Wi-Fi have a...
View ArticleOrcon's VDSL modem Netcomm NF4V isolating Wifi
My new orcon vdsl router is automatically isolating my wifi devices from communicating with lan devices, even though the box "Client isolation" is unchecked. I have made sure both interfaces are on the...
View ArticleHELP! New router options?
need a new router as our current one keeps locking up and kicking off our mobile devices off of the wifi...especially wifeys galaxy s3.whats a good sub $200 router(ADSL2?) that can handle at least 6...
View ArticleReplace Airport Extreme/HG630b with DrayTek Vigor 2860n-Plus
Hi,Looking at getting at DrayTek Vigor 2860n-Plus but my main concern is the 5Ghz performance (coverage/signal strength and reliability) - although it is on the slightly more expensive side I am...
View ArticleHouse Alarms - IP Capable - self monitored - smartphone configurable?
So has anyone found a house alarm that is IP based and allows for self monitoring? IOS/Android Notifications/Email/SMS?The other bonus would be configurable while in your local lan (or via vpn - less...
View ArticleZyxel P-870H-51A status page after bridge
I'm trying to get the Zyxel status page to work after bridge. But keep getting unable to connect to 192.168.1.1I bridge it with a TPLink flash to gargoyle firmware (192.168.2.1) Setting from the...
View ArticleWireless Dongle for Sony Bravia
I'm looking for a Wireless dongle for my Sony Bravia TV. I'm not prepared to pay the price Sony is charging so I'm after something cheaper that'll work just as well. Any ideas?
View Article"dns server isn't responding" error
Hey all :-) So, obviously, I'm getting the DNS server error. Hardware information:laptop - lenovo y410prunning windows 8rounter - dlinkmodem - motorolaisp - comcastI don't think any of the hardware...
View ArticleRecommended VDSL Modem/Router
Hi all,I have a few devices connected on my home office wireless and want to get a decent VDSL modem/router.I used to have a tp-link td-w8960n, which worked pretty well until I bought a Panasonic Smart...
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