Empty file folder in a Samba shared drive
I've attached a 2TB external hdd to a Spark supplied huawei 630b router, and ticked the option to access the drive via a Samba share.Can see it fine when access it, and it has about 6 directories, of...
View ArticleWireless 802.11ac Access Point Recommendation
I have an Engenius EAP350 at home and have been playing with the idea of AC wireless, but reviews for the AC based Engenius stuff seems to indicate poor range, which is why I went Engenius in the first...
View ArticleDrayTek Vigor 120 - Linksys WRT1900ac on Spark NZ
I have a web server running on my home network and I was recently put in the position where I had to replace the modem/router that was supplied to me by Spark (telecom at the time I got the device),...
View ArticleRouter issues/replacement
I'm pretty sure our TP-link WR1043ND has died. Even tried a 30-30-30 reset. Can log in directly for a minute. Then I plug in modem and it becomes an unknown network and can't log in So can I get a...
View Article5Ghz AP recommendations?
Happy with my current router/modem, but I want to add 5Ghz capability.Any recommendations for an inexpensive, reliable and compact 5Ghz AP? Seems like most of them are outdoor models.
View ArticleCan anyone share their VPNSecure.me experience in New Zealand?
Hello!We are currently with Vodafone NZ for our broadband. Not covered by their ultra-fast network yet.Looking at several solutions for Smart-DNS (like Unotelly, Unblock-US, etc.) and VPN...
View ArticleWhich Router to handle HD movies over Airplay? (Apple TV dropping off)
Hello!We have recently purchased an Apple TV 3rd gen.We use it for streaming content either directly from TV or through Airplay (iOS devices and MAcBook).No issues on the Airplay from iOS devices,...
View ArticleXbox one connection fix
Signed up today on this site. My xbox ones internet connection all of a sudden stopped working after 2 weeks use. It said I had no toredo IP and to open port 3544. I looked up every possible solution...
View ArticleLittle confused about master splitter install
Hi everyone, so I finally got around to preparing for an install of a dsl mastersplitter. I've done a fare bit of research and brought what I think are the correct tools and equipment required for the...
View ArticleLatency measurement presentation
TrueNet measures Latency from all ~450 panelists every hour of every day. Thats a lot of data and our monthly report cannot do justice to the information imbedded in the data. I would like to find a...
View ArticleCabling Price Check
Hi There!I have got an invoice from a cabling company who for some reason will not return my calls or emails, and they have invoiced us for : 9 x 3M CAT 6 UTP WHITE TYPE 110 Punch Down Jack @ $70.20...
View ArticleNeed help with configuration.
Hi guys.I have too much spare time on my hands, and to kill some of that spare time, I have installed virtual PC 2007, and I'm almost constantly adding operating systems to my list.The networking part...
View ArticleCan't see modem admin panel when behind AirPort Extreme
Hi all,I've got an ADSL connection with a Vigor 130 using PPPoA/PPPoE pass through with an AirPort Extreme controlling the modem through its 'PPPoE' connectionThe modem default IP is 192.168.1.1 and my...
View ArticleNetcomm NF5 Router constant crashing
Hi there,I have recently moved house from Glendowie to Stonefields, taking all my gadgets with me, such as my Windows Server 2012 Essentials Server (A middle-aged desktop with my 2x2TB hdds). Anyway,...
View ArticleUnable connect to Netgear DG834G v3 from newly installed Win 7 Home Premium
As above and have tried to connect using Win7 own resources but will not connect. Have also tried to talk to router working on the basis that no driver should be required etc, So tried...
View ArticleLinksys SMART WiFi vulnerabilities
Some are really bad stuff:Linksys SMART WiFi vulnerabilitiesOverviewLinksys EA series routers running the Linksys SMART WiFi firmware contain multiple vulnerabilities.DescriptionCWE-320: Key Management...
View ArticleTrying to turn a useless Vodafone Station (SGH1500) into something useful
Kia OraAfter several unsuccessful attempts to connect an external drive and a printer via the USB ports of HG556a router (Vodafone Station 1), I have been sent a new router by Vodafone: the infamous...
View ArticleVodafone Router (HG556a) doesn't recognise WD My Book Essential
Hello all!I am currently using a Vodafone Complete Broadband router (Huawei HG556a).Trying to put my external hard drive so it can be used over the network for backup purposes (Western Digital My Book...
View ArticleWi-Fi Heat Mapping Recommendation
I've been playing around with some Android heat map apps but what I've found so far has been lacking (e.g. a crap UI that doesn't let you do anything or a rendered map that doesn't do anything too...
View ArticleCabling
Will try to shorten the extended version for you...- Grandparents have moved into a new house, they have an on premise supplied modem from (insert palmerston north based ISP here), said modem has a...
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