A question about modems
Some time ago I upgraded my cable internet access for higher speed, and that required a swap out of cable modems to accommodate the different technology.My question is, does the same thing apply for...
View ArticleWPS and WiFi
Hi all Im wondering if WPS is different from wi fi. A friend has just got a new wifi router and my samsung phone finds the network but wont let me connect to it. My phone is an ace 2 so quite modern....
View ArticleProblem with Bluetooth headphones on new phone
I recently bought a Huawei Ascend Y520. I've noticed that when playing music through it, there is a fairly consistent low static/crackly noise through my Bluetooth headphones. This appears to be the...
View ArticleHelp with configuring wireless router
Hi,I am on a Bigpipe 200/200 UFB connection using WXC MP264 router. I just bought a Tenda W1800R wireless AC1750 gigabit router and want to use the AC wireless.I have the routers plugged in as follow:...
View ArticleWeird Ethernet + Touchpad issue
Not quite sure what is causing this but the laptop is an Alienware 14 (thanks BigPipe!) and the switch is a Netgear 16pt Prosafe Gigabit Switch sitting in the comms room (image here), anyone have any...
View ArticleDiagnosing wireless router problems
For ages, I've been having trouble with my wi-fi connection. It seems to chug along nicely for a couple of months then suddenly it will start dropping out and devices will stop connecting. This goes on...
View ArticleUsing Asus AC66U as Fibre Router (happy customer)
Hey Guys,Just picked up a ASUS RT-AC66U from playtech and plugged it into my ONT (VF 200/20)as per previous post, changed the IPTV internet to VID 10, all connected in 5 minsthe lan3 and lan4 ports...
View ArticleUnable to visit international sites by WiFi
I'm investigating an internet issue for a friend of mine. They're on slingshot, but I don't believe this is related to the issue.If I connect to his router with an ethernet cable, everything works...
View ArticleAdvice in a good router to use with Fibre (chorus ONT)
Hi everyone - newbie here and hoping for help.We have just had fibre Internet installed through chorus/spark. I have realized (now) that the modem/router supplied by spark is not going to cut the...
View Articlelimited network connectivity ??
Hello, I notice that sometimes when I connect to networks that are not functioning properly, that the warning message comes up 'limited connectivity'. I understand this means that I cannot connect to...
View ArticlePatch Panel and switches for Hills Home Hub
A family member has recently bought a house which has had structured cabling installed. Unfortunately they have just run the cables and terminated them in the rooms but not in the home hub enclosure....
View ArticleAdvice on how to Ethernet connect home theater equipment
I have a VDSL a connection coming into the house on one side of the living room, and the modem and router sit on top of a tall bookcase directly above where the line comes up through the floor. This...
View ArticleRecommended network cabling installer for Auckkand (North Shore)?
Now that my previous thread has clarified what I need to do to connect my home theatre system to my modem, I'm looking for a reliable installer who can install a couple of wall plugs, patch cables and...
View ArticleWiFi analyser app for Android?
I'm looking for suggestions on good WiFi analysers for Android.I want to be able to view, select and compare wireless networks in a certain location.Ideas?
View ArticleNetgear/ sierra 3G Modem and Fortigate
I have fortigate 60D at home.. Just bought Netgear 4G modem with 2 degree sim card.. for data conneciton.. I have connected to USB but it is not getting connected.. following are the details. product:...
View ArticleSpark modem firewall disabled
greetings all,My Spark Technicolor TG582n modem showing some weirdness. 1. It does not ask for a password, even after a factory reset, on wireless or cable.I tried to put in a new password but it asked...
View ArticleAnything better than a Linksys E4200?
Hey Guys, I have a Linksys E4200 router which I use for Wifi Access around our house.Our house is quite large so I had to put a wireless extender/bridge in our bedroom for the TV so we could stream...
View ArticleHome Network Enclosure & Patch Panels
Doing a deep retrofit of an old house, so all the gib is currently off... Planning on installing a mix of Cat6 and Cat5e cables into all rooms in the next day or so. (have the cable already). However,...
View ArticleSet up a second LAN with a TL-WR1043ND router
I have an existing network using local IP address 192.168.1.x with an old draytek 2600 adsl/Router.I wish to add a second network with a different IP range eg 192.168.2.x or whatever you might...
View Article4G/LTE Router with built in modem and RJ45 ethernet? Anywhere?
Hi all,Surely this can't be too much to ask for. I'm trying to find a decently-priced 4G/LTE router that has:The 4G/LTE modem built in (so you just slot in your SIM card)At least 2 x Ethernet (RJ45)...
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