Best NBN Modem Router Combo | Tech Man Pat
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5 жыл бұрынWhat #Modem do you need to get the most out of your #NBN connection? Well find out here. #Australia
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@RobinHunuki 4 жыл бұрын
Great review mate, we've 'finally' just got our NBN installed here on Sydney's Northern Beaches... so we're finally catching up with everyone else in AU 🤦🏾♂️
@haissamali 5 жыл бұрын
I have home landline and game heavily so a good router with voip is necessary ive been living with my parents the last year to take care of them. So yeah high speed gaming with voip is what i needed.
@kbear2002 5 жыл бұрын
Great video ! thanks .. would still like to see more on mesh routers and which ones are best/better ! still love the billion routers (my adsl 2+ billion router was rock solid !!)
@ozzydoop5933 8 ай бұрын
I've got the TP LINK VR900 & it hasn't failed me once in 3 years of heavy use, also I am a gamer & torrenter, I am.currently on NBN 50 FTTN & am about to churn over to FTTP so this review was quite helpful to me, once I get the new optical connection I will run some tests & post them here if anyone is interested, SUPERLOOP 1000 MBPS - 50 plan coming soon 😀
@Alftura 3 жыл бұрын
I can recommend the Synology rt2600ac. its wifi 5 not 6 but other than that it has all the "Prosumer" or "enthusiast" features a power user would love. :) I using it on my NBN HFC connection. No complaints. If you need a wifi extender for it then get a MR2200ac to go along with it. I got a MR2200ac but i did not need it. I use it for gaming and work.
@Paul-L125 5 жыл бұрын
7490 Fritz Box handles VoIP very well ( run 9 numbers) and believe Internode RSP still selling outright for $199. Now that it supports MESH a great feature. And Fritz Fon DECT phones sound magic in HD mode if connected to a compatible VoIP service.
@mitchaustralia9327 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the information your NBN information...Which model of Modem router for 2020 FTTN is recommended? What's the best performance out of the budget? Please tell me the top 3 in your evaluation. Thanks
@mikeemtaeouy6089 5 жыл бұрын
What about doing a clip on ups power supplies and nbn modem for power outages ?
@DSG_DRC 5 жыл бұрын
i would like to know how i can improve my wirless nbn conection i get 8 down and 3.6 up
@p3189 5 жыл бұрын
Think I have archer ac2800? Good for fttb. Also Telstra gen2 is good too if u need the phone line.
@colinl2908 4 жыл бұрын
Hey TMP, I notice your recommendation is a combined modem router, yet recommend separate modem and router components. Is there a TP-Link basic modem that has the same 10-30% link speed increase you have seen, then add own router?
@Watch_t_o_w_e_r 5 жыл бұрын
Hey Pat! I currently am using an Optus supplied modem it's a Sagecom, I'm getting FTTC NBN connected to my unit this Wednesday & obviously want the best speeds that I can get. What modem out of the ones you mentioned in the video do you recommend for FTTC? Probably not practical to get the Netgear Modem even though it sounds unreal lol. Also one more stupid question does having a better modem increase speed if you're using Ethernet cables plugged into your PC?? Or does it only make Wi-fi better cheers!
@tonymontana897 4 ай бұрын
I think an updated version of this video would be great. This is 4 years ago.
@joshsmith7556 5 жыл бұрын
I'm using a Netgear D6400 which works great
@abhilashkv 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mate was a very helpful video..Is this Modem router below any good for FTTP- fibre to premises??? Thanks😊 asus dsl-ac68u ac1900 dual-band adsl/vdsl gigabit wi-fi modem router.
@MG-mm5fh 5 жыл бұрын
Techmanpat I need your help. I'm getting FTTC in two days. Will the nighthawk x4s d7800 AC2600 work with the nbn connection box?
@georgepetrinovich6006 4 жыл бұрын
I've been having WiFi issues with the Netgear Nighthawk D7800 which requires constant rebooting to fix. Unfortunately from my research Netgear are not even providing a solution for this. I do have over 25 devices connected so I am not sure whether this is a potential cause. However, I will be moving on to another modem router and I think your tplink recommendation might be a good start. Thank you.
@neilbrink8683 Жыл бұрын
Hi Pat - love your work . What is best router for FTTP which can support mesh booster . I understand I don’t need a modem as the NBN network device inside my study is the modem . Research has shown netgear orbi the best, but $700. Looking at TP link ax1500 with wifi6 (archer ax10) router and TP link mesh extended with wifi6 and one mesh compatibility . Total less than $300 and should be better than ISP mesh systems (Aussie broad band maybe )
@kings7man 2 жыл бұрын
ihave had issues with the number of connections with my smart home the modem rejects connections do the better modems accept more connects?
@Christislord172 4 жыл бұрын
Our place of residence has a fibre to the curb NBN technology. Will the Asus DSL-AC68U work well with this connection?
@ZokStar1 4 жыл бұрын
I have iinet fibre to the home. and using the supplied TG1 modem. Average speeds are roughly about 90-95 MBPS even in the evenings. Apart from having serious issues wit iinet. I was wondering if I should upgrade the modem. I have the Opticon box with a splitter or as the Red Train tech called it a switcher ( I think its just a router) that supplies a data socket to every room in the house. Then a the TG1 modem in my room. I also have a land line that I NEED for my alarm system with this setup. What would you recommend I do, if I want to upgrade to something much better than the stock TG1. I wish I could just change provider but my area is serviced ONLY by iinet, iprimus, Aftel, Ascensa, Exetel, Fuze Net all of which get their Fibre from RED TRAIN. So I guess it doesn't matter who I go with as they all use RED TRAIN. And all reviews are the same for all the mentioned ISP's. PAthetic.
@Adam-hn2iw 5 жыл бұрын
So you can confirm the vr900 works with fttc in australia? Ive seen some conflicting reports
@jennystevegrogan6067 4 жыл бұрын
I am having all kinds of grief with my nbn connection which had been previously working fine. I have a huawei modem. Could it be a modem related problem?
@krishnagiri2 4 жыл бұрын
I have FTTP connection and i am using different range of modems and always having problem with wifi... the product recommended..hows the wireless performance???
@philsmets366 4 жыл бұрын
I've always preferred to have separate modem and router setup as it's the best guarantee for high speeds. I'm on FTTN with Aussiebroadband. I'm from overseas and the VDSL technology is what we had in Europe 10y ago :p At this moment I have a Netcomm NF-18ACV in bridge mode and an Asus RT-AC86U router handling all network trafic (incl NAS fo media and private cloud storage) With this combo (and good copper I guess) I measure speeds of 48 Down/18 Up on a NBN50 plan. I've tested several routers and I prefer working with Asus. My whole traffic goes through a VPN and the RT-AC86U has a hardware AES-256 encryption chip on board. The VPN connection is set up on the router, which has been upgraded with Asuswrt-Merlin and I hardly have any speed loss.
@ForherpleasureAus 4 жыл бұрын
I use Pfsense on a mini pc on a FTTC - I can max out my 100/40 plan as my copper is only 10mt to the pit
@corvinius3 3 жыл бұрын
Hey man thanks for the vidoe. Im with TPG and using their supplied TP link VR1600v.. I was able to use mediaserver until its stops functioning well and later wont show on network. I have troubleshoot it many time and also done a hard reset on modem but problem stil persist.Ive also tried using other harddrivesto rule out bad HD but still same outcome. Ive been really frustrated and want to smash this modem. I am with FTTN at NBN 50/20 plan. Any fix for my modem or time to upgrade? been using the modem for a year and a half now.
@dropbearpig3223 5 жыл бұрын
Can you add a mesh network to an Archer VR900?
@colinarklay2631 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Are these modems a better unit than the Telstra smart modem
@davidlp3019 5 жыл бұрын
I've got a d link router at the moment on ADSL2 plus however we are being switched over to fibre to the building in apartmentd in 2 days. Our ISP Optus doesn't let us use an aftermarket router if you want the home phone to work as well which is bulshit but I suppose it's the way it is. Guess I'm going to back to the stock modem
@blockgaming4540 5 жыл бұрын
will a ubiquiti usg router work with FTTP?
@derekmale376 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Pat, just been looking for that TP-Link VR900 AC 1900 Modem / Router You Showed, But can't see any Have they been discontinued, ?? If so what is the new one that will take its place and The Price, Thanks Derek, Melbourne. Vic. I'm with Aussie Broadband.
@DannysCustoms 4 жыл бұрын
I've got a Netgear nighthawk X4S, same one you've shown and nothing but problems with it. Will randomly stop internet connection, WiFi and wired, NBN still connected and speed test from ISP app but nothing passed through the router, completely locked out. Have to turn it off and on to reconnect it again
@mamoonali9329 3 жыл бұрын
I have a TAIPAN D-link 4320L. Can I connect the NBN phone line to the modem?
@davidbornstein8738 4 жыл бұрын
Archer VR600, despite upgrading to latest firmware (March 2020) and TP tech support telling me it is compatible with FTTC and all settings same as my Iinet supplied but faulty modem, it will not access the NBN. Talk about frustration!!!!!
@allene.thomas5411 3 жыл бұрын
I have the TPLink ac1600 modem router and the modem works perfectly but I can't get the router and hence wifi working, I tried TPLink in China who were extremely helpful but the call would have been too long to sort out the problem I believe the problem is in the advanced settings but I can't find out what the settings are. The Ubuntu is the main operating system, with Windows 10 also available.
@robot_12 4 жыл бұрын
I've been trying to get iP***us to help with installing a new 3rd party modem since early April, when the existing 3rd party modem stopped working. Only the ISP provided modem connects to the DSL and they just tell me to use that one. I think they've blocked me from using 3rd party modems. would love to know if there are others out there in the similar boat.
@teresamcdonald9069 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, fellow aussie here in NSW, I'm trying to find a better solution to my internet problem. I have a 2 story house, the NBN box (FTTP) is in the garage, no data ports in the house, so the modem (tplink C1200 from isp) and I was talked into buying a norton core (said modem was fine) as a router because my son didn't have enough speed play his ps4 (bedroom at back of house), it increased it but the rest of us dont get much speed on our devices when he's playing. Can you recommend a modem router that will greatly improve our connection all over?
@423FGFDFHFHV 5 жыл бұрын
Can I get better than 48.4 Mbits on an NBN 50 plan?
@HeavyJ318 5 жыл бұрын
That's a hell of a head of hair my friend
@TechManPat 5 жыл бұрын
Haha thank you :)
@jasonhowe1697 3 жыл бұрын
problem is if have vdsl since before 1993.. NBN in a nut shell is the aggregation link for vdsl, however fttc gives the option of wan linking upto 10Gb though no guarantee on how the copper will last..before it degrades enough to the point.. it nis unusabke the moratorium is still out on how 100/40 will last before you have to replace with fiber optic.. though I do know for 4g-lte-a to be feasible we're looking towards POE based powering systems and the service it all current options in place is a work around for use.. though at present we're either looking pentanet as a secondary service option or 5g/4glte as a service option as wireless service.. though even with 1Gbit wireless in play I can't see this increasing any time soon due to the limitations in POE what you have been talking about in VDSL hardware we have known about and been in use since 1991 .. USB dongle attached 4g services has been known about for over the last 20 years or more
@danielrossi5160 3 жыл бұрын
Hello there, would you be so kind to make a new video about Routers and give us your opinion between your best choice "TP Link Archer VR900", the "TP-Link Archer C4000", the "D-Link DIR-X5460 and the EXO"? I ask this because, first, I will probably move to a place that has FTTC; secondly, if I'm willing to by a TP-Link Archer C4000, does it make more sense to buy directly a "D-Link TAIPAN - AC3200 Ultra" (is there a significante difference between D-Link DIR-X5460 or higher and the D-Link TAIPAN - AC3200 Ultra). Thank you very much.
@markymark8472 4 жыл бұрын
I have a nighthawk ac1900 and I’m constantly having to reboot it to get my internet to work and also it doesn’t recognize the password and need to reboot it again 🤷♂️🤦🏼♂️
@rodrrico 5 жыл бұрын
Can you do a video on the HFC modem options, you said briefly that it's only controlled by NBN Co?
@davidherranz1978 4 жыл бұрын
I'm using tp link ac4000 on hfc. Aussie Broadband as my NBN provider. Great router but wish I got the tp link ac5400 but tp link ac4000 still great router
@ashpriya1 2 жыл бұрын
Would have been helpful if you listed them in the description
@Au_Aquatica Жыл бұрын
As someone who lives ruraly without access to 5G I'm absolutely lost with what to get. I enjoy gaming and currently play of a 4G dongle hooked up to a tiny antenna which hardly does the trick
@brownie8235 5 жыл бұрын
Pat, I have the D-Link Wireless AC1200 Dual-Band Gigabit ADSL2+/VDSL2 Modem Router. Can you comment on if it would be ok for FTTC? Its has WAN port so ive been told it should be ok.
@TechManPat 5 жыл бұрын
Yes it will be okay, wan connection a fine on ASUS
@elmin2323 5 жыл бұрын
What about the Telstra gen 2 smart modem
@wozza980 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Pat, have the TP Link VR400. Works ok but is it worth it to upgrade to the VR900 as far as speed of FTTN? I get 57Mbs down on 100/40 plan. Cheers
@TechManPat 5 жыл бұрын
First check what your line potential is and test other points on the house if you have any.
@Koch8 4 жыл бұрын
So is the tp link ac1900 good for fttc or do you recommend another, im going with ABB.
@oo0Spyder0oo 4 жыл бұрын
you lose a lan port if you need a dedicated wan, fttn only needs the dsl connection.
@futurecactus 4 жыл бұрын
Am I right in thinking that you have to use your ISP provided modem/router for it's modem function but can add a new router to use for your home routing? Or is there a way to do away with your ISP provided modem/router all together?
@TechManPat 4 жыл бұрын
usually if you need to have a phone with your NBN then you will need ISP provided modem, if not then you can get what ever you want as long as it matches the connection type you have
@WreckageMG 4 жыл бұрын
Hey mate do you recommend the tp link over the netgear nighthawk x4s ac2600 ? For gaming and streaming shows ?
@TechManPat 4 жыл бұрын
No modem or router has a feature that would actually improve your gaming ping / performance, most use a type of QOS and tag it as a gaming feature, and it only kicks in during heavy use by others that might slow you down. I would go with the one that gives you the best internet performance and any other features that you would actually use, ignore the fancy colours and look.
@WreckageMG 4 жыл бұрын
@@TechManPat any recommendations mate ?
@JeffBourke 5 жыл бұрын
The first rule that applies for absolutely every single user in Australia is to NOT USE the RSP provided modem / router. This unit is always trash. The only exception to this in history was the internode fritzbox but that was expensive for what it was. Sorry Pat but getting the RSP modem is ALWAYS a bad idea. No exceptions.
@theausdog 4 жыл бұрын
hi pat new subscriber enjoy the vids :). I'm moving to an area soon that's on the nbn fixed wireless a few of the locals i've spoken to say it works well but i guess we will see. Anyway im wondering about a modem/router for it would the Ac1900 work just as well with the wireless as fttn?
@TechManPat 4 жыл бұрын
I believe you may only require a router, make sure to check but you might not need a combo tho a combo will still work if you plug into the right Ethernet port. Yes the ac1900 is a great modem
@theausdog 4 жыл бұрын
@@TechManPat thanks
@DundeMan 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Pat, just wondering can I just buy Netgear night hawk wifi 6 Ax1800mesh and connect that to the NBN box in my house. I don't need a modem like the ones you've shown in between right?
@TechManPat 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah if you already have an Nbn box in the house
@user-wi2bf5fp9f 5 жыл бұрын
Agree with the Asus verdict, I have one and NBN is awful. Bridged to the iiNet technicolor it’s ok, it handles the internal stuff while the iiNet box does the NBN business
@khuti007 5 жыл бұрын
Thats a great idea Pat, what is involved in swapping ISP's? Im able to get the NBN now but I haven't yet..I thought Id do it straight away, but now Im not so sure...if its easy to change then it doesn't really matter...does it? What does that look like ( money, fees, email address etc)
@TechManPat 5 жыл бұрын
Hey mate it’s very similar to swapping a mobile phone without SIM cards. You call up or online sign up. With a FTTN connection in May take longer but most will be live quickly if you already have a connection first time might need a tech out to see you
@khuti007 5 жыл бұрын
@@TechManPat Thanks mate
@Luckypuk333 3 жыл бұрын
Do you still recommend the TP-Link Archer AC1900 VR900 or is a later version better?
@TechManPat 3 жыл бұрын
Yep still do, modem tech is slow moving, this is still good.
@Luckypuk333 3 жыл бұрын
@@TechManPat Does it allow VoIP?
@TechManPat 3 жыл бұрын
@@Luckypuk333 no it does not
@Luckypuk333 3 жыл бұрын
@@TechManPat Your thoughts on the TP-Link Archer VR2100 AC2100 MU-MIMO VDSL/ADSL Modem Router please?
@Crazy--Clown 5 жыл бұрын
Question please.... With some or all RSP's now not requiring any modem login details on HFC networks how is the connection established? Arris MAC address? What if you take the Arris to someone else's place? Or is it a physical connection going back to somewhere in the exchange that can be switched on & off?
@TechManPat 5 жыл бұрын
The connection is controlled at their end, they can switch it on and off easily. HFC modems stay at premesis. It’s pretty stable as stable as FTtc and FTtp
@Crazy--Clown 5 жыл бұрын
@@TechManPat thnx pat 👍👍
@prashbal3001 3 жыл бұрын
Which modem/router you would recommend for smart home with 60 device connection?
@bigfella6629 3 жыл бұрын
TP-Link Archer VR2800
@jeremyohara6513 5 жыл бұрын
i have an Asus DSL-AC52U and i get 80mbps easy. way better then the crappy 8 telstra modems i went through. but might look into the TP-link
@Precept71 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Mate, Love the content, Im with Optus and have been issued their stock Modem/router which I guess where stuck with as Wife works from home and requires Voip, I just need the best speeds for gaming. Any recommendations that can satisfy both our needs? Also thinking of going over to Aussie BB. Thanks in advance.
@TechManPat 4 жыл бұрын
ahh yes the Voip issue, its a hard one as each provider has a different requirement for it. I think going with a different provider you are more likely to see an improvement. Sorry I couldn't be more help
@Precept71 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Pat
@pratikpancholi4489 3 жыл бұрын
I bought google nest wifi and it was worst, it had constant drop outs plus Terrible wifi speed, quite contrary to what we expect. Anyway, since then I am on a hunt for new modem/router. My only question is can like replace my rsp router/modem with TP link ones, cause I don't want to you RSPs router at all.
@pratikpancholi4489 3 жыл бұрын
Fyi, I have FTTP
@chilltothemax9532 4 жыл бұрын
When you added a router to your modem did you have to change any settings on the modem ?
@TechManPat 4 жыл бұрын
No as I kept dhcp on the modem but if you swap the router to you will need to change some settings on the modem
@kevjaesome3809 4 жыл бұрын
i wanna see this old pc modem and mate can you upload a good cyber sale video or atlest the best nbn modems for 2019 2020 and im looking to switch i donno if aussiebroadband or iinet is better
@davidherranz1978 3 жыл бұрын
Aussie broadband is the best. If you sign up with them use my promo code 3343407 and you get $50 off your first bill
@27schmidty 5 жыл бұрын
Can you have different routers on hfc and if so what ones
@TechManPat 5 жыл бұрын
Yes you can connect any router to a hfc modem
@ivan_krazy 4 жыл бұрын
I have an NBN HFC connection. Can I just get a router instead of a modem/router combo as it connects to the NBN issued modem?
@TechManPat 4 жыл бұрын
Yes modem should already be at the property you can just get a router
@ivan_krazy 4 жыл бұрын
Tech Man Pat thanks heaps! Love your channel! ;)
@TechManPat 4 жыл бұрын
@@ivan_krazy Thanks mate appreciate it !
@techcentric. 5 жыл бұрын
If you have a router that is acceptable now, wait for Wi-Fi 6. The new standard will leave all earlier standards for dead.
@jordanwillie6726 3 жыл бұрын
i realize I am pretty randomly asking but does anyone know a good website to watch new series online?
@deshawniker9359 3 жыл бұрын
@Jordan Willie I use Flixzone. Just google for it =)
@wiflix 5 жыл бұрын
Is the Telstra Smart Modem Gen 2 any good with a HFC Connection?
@TechManPat 5 жыл бұрын
Yes it will be fine, essentially any hfc modem will be fine ;)
@Joshh3003 5 жыл бұрын
@@TechManPat what about for a FTTP connection? I am thinking of getting this as well.
@Crazy--Clown 5 жыл бұрын
@KEITH MEETS KEITH 720P *Lol Haircut*
@patty94160 5 жыл бұрын
Hi do you know if the nighthawk x4s in this vid will work with hfc nbn?
@TechManPat 5 жыл бұрын
Hi, mate it will work fine because your already exisiting hfc modem just connect to it via the wan port
@patty94160 5 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate. So any router with a wan port will work with hfc?
@davidherranz1978 3 жыл бұрын
I have that router works great on hfc nbn
@JeffBourke 5 жыл бұрын
I always prefer units with external antenna.
@dantheman3022 5 жыл бұрын
i just use telstras bundled modem. why spend $200 on a 5% increase in speed ! mind you its ethernet doesnt seem to work when i plug in more than 1 cable. Rang telstra and they blame my cables but i changed them to good ones and still this problem. Oh well im with telstra so im used too crappy internet.
@Juicebox-r5k 4 жыл бұрын
I feel your pain, my net was broken for 7 months. I was getting 100-40mbs/s then one day it went to 100/0.7mb/s. After countess techs from Telsta and the NBN coming to look and try to fix the issue, Telstra blames NBN, and NBN blames Telstra. Then they thought must be modem, so they sent one, still same issue, and here's the best part though. They then sent another and if that's not enough they send 2 more after that!, They send me 4 modems and tried to send a 5th, after 4 it stops being funny. So I told them i was done with them. I had to terminate my contract early they wanted $800 because they told me not to pay my bill until the issue was sorted, then that way they could $0.00 the outstanding balance, so i wasn't paying for a service i wasn't getting. I got them down to $200 just for the modem (the original one i got in the contract.). It was an absolute nightmare, never again will i go with Telstra. Useless would be a compliment for them. Worse company i have ever experienced in my life, customer service to a joke and their staff are 5 times worse then that, and Im not even exaggerating. Honestly. My advice would be to opt out with them. Dam, o.k rant's over :)
@Sam-fp8zm 2 жыл бұрын
The modem that came from the ISP gets 25-37 MBPS. What speed would this go up to if I bought a $100-$500 modem/router?
@TechManPat 2 жыл бұрын
Maybe 5% improvement or the same, depending on your plan and type of connection.
@Sam-fp8zm 2 жыл бұрын
@@TechManPat right thanks. not even worth it. even when I plug in LAN to the modem it is barely faster.
@rosadoric615 5 жыл бұрын
Thanx. Any idea of best router for hfc?
@TechManPat 5 жыл бұрын
Any router will technically be better it $100 dollars will get you a whole bunch of performance
@davidherranz1978 4 жыл бұрын
I'm using tp link ac4000 but like ac5400 it's great on hfc
@ReconSynth 5 жыл бұрын
I have FTTN do i need a router and modem or just a modem
@bigfella6629 3 жыл бұрын
router modem
@mr_eee 5 жыл бұрын
Hiya Pat, just wondering which modem do you recommend to use so that I can replace the one that Optus gave me, ie Sagecom F@st 3864v3 (White modem). I have a FTTC connection and I have VOIP. Currently using. Do you recommend any good modems that i can replace the sagecom whilst still having VOIP? Thanks
@TechManPat 5 жыл бұрын
Good question, some of the ones I mentioned in this video would work well especially if you need voip. What problem are you having with your current one now ?
@Xsjado1JZ 5 жыл бұрын
Check with Optus as they may not release the VOIP details for you to enter into a different router.
@mr_eee 5 жыл бұрын
@@TechManPat cheers for the quick reply Pat. The current problem is that every 5-7 days my modem seems to drop out and i have to restart the modem. The wifi isnt that consistent to honest. And been thinking if i change to a different modem would it help. As i read alot online that those Optus Sagecom modems have alot of wifi drop outs too. And another question would like to ask is that which modem is good for flashing? should i connect another a different modem to the Sagecom modem and turn off its wifi. ie using Tomato firmwares to flash. Any recommendation? Cheers mate :)
@mr_eee 5 жыл бұрын
@@Xsjado1JZ Thanks for the info mate. I have a feeling you are right about this. Which sux. But do you think connecting a different modem onto the Optus modem via ethernet would help?
@Xsjado1JZ 5 жыл бұрын
@@mr_eee you could always disable WiFi on the Optus supplied modem/router (bridge or WAN bypass so it functions as purely a modem, but not 100% sure sorry) and run your own router but the Optus modem would still handle the VDSL2 connection and VOIP. Some smart cookies on Whirlpool managed to find a way to extract the VOIP info from Optus modems but that is beyond my abilities. Easiest option would be to ditch Optus all together and sign up with an RSP who will release VOIP details freely (such as Aussie Broadband).
@faizanjoyia 5 жыл бұрын
FTTC is not VDSL it’s G.Fast and you need to use the NBN provided modem as it needs to power the DP (distribution point) in your pit
@JeffBourke 5 жыл бұрын
Holy shit that $35 linksys is a crazy good bargain if it works.
@WillemDelport 5 жыл бұрын
I have the TP-Link VR600
@thisisres 3 жыл бұрын
And?
@RSR396 5 жыл бұрын
Im new to this how do i get faster internet? New Modem or router?
@davidherranz1978 4 жыл бұрын
Go with Aussie Broadband for NBN there awesome and buy router tp link are great I'm using ac4000
@dw2843 5 жыл бұрын
I have the netcomm nf18acv but it's range is terrible!
@dellywelly48 4 жыл бұрын
Can you tell me where to buy the tp link vr900 modem..... i can't find them online or do you have a new recommendation for a FTTN connection
@TechManPat 4 жыл бұрын
I am currently reviewing the Vr300, have you tried PLE ?
@dellywelly48 4 жыл бұрын
@@TechManPat yea I rang them but they don't stock them..... i don't know wether to take the modem by the provider or to get a better one for the same money
@TechManPat 4 жыл бұрын
You are better off getting one yourself as you can always take it with you and you don’t get locked into a contract depending on the provider
@dellywelly48 4 жыл бұрын
@@TechManPat thanks but I dont know what to get now that I can't find the tplink vr900
@TechManPat 4 жыл бұрын
dellywelly48 another option is the vr300 or an ASUS 58u
@richardharker2775 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Pat. I used this recommendation with the tp link but could not for the life of me get it connected to a TPG service. They wouldn't help me and TP link just sent me a manual so I took it back.
@TechManPat 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Rick, thats really concerning, as TPG is a big player in the market and TP-Link has a drop downlist of all the settings for each provider, even AussieBB is on there and they arnt as big as TPG. Really sorry to hear.
@richardharker2775 4 жыл бұрын
@@TechManPat The model I got from Officeworks didn't have a WAN port so the LAN port had to be configured for it. I went through the procedure from TP link instructions to do this. I did try the auto configuration but all the router did was hang. Many coffees later, still nothing. There is also a Vlan input that isn't needed with other service providers. Between these two configurations I could not get an internet connection. I unfortunately spent two wasted days determined to make it work. I'll try again with a later model or change to Aussie. Thanks for your input Pat.
@hiroshiganna9078 5 жыл бұрын
The transit capacity of the nbn fibre optic backbone is 19.2 terabits between it's 121 core nodes. in relation that is almost 10 Mbps amongst 2 million people or the population of Perth. The fastest cable is the fibre cable Marea at 160 Terabits per second it was made with 8 fibre pairs in 2017. it is the size of about a garden hose and funded by Facebook and Microsoft (not a government) What are you doing NBN co.
@oo0Spyder0oo 4 жыл бұрын
not their fault, it's the government that threw us backwards.
@parthanandi9991 Жыл бұрын
Any update on this video now that it is 2023 please ?
@TechManPat Жыл бұрын
Great idea, will add it to the list :)
@AKTECH2222 5 жыл бұрын
When google release wifi 6 google wifi second gen ! Then i will upgrade for sure
@AKTECH2222 5 жыл бұрын
Google wifi doesnt work with tpg because of the vlan tagging issues !
@TechManPat 5 жыл бұрын
I heard you can call up and if you are annoying enough they will turn it off for your connection.
@felicitybycroft2527 4 жыл бұрын
You might want to also disclose in your videos that if you have a land-line it is not a simple 15min swap over to change providers. It took 5-7 days last time I changed over providers. I was having horrible connection issues so made the change but it wasn't a quick process but glade I did change cause I get very little issues now
@TechManPat 4 жыл бұрын
Felicity Bycroft for my NBN fibre it’s took 15mins, for my fttn it took an hour. As long as the home already had connection
@felicitybycroft2527 4 жыл бұрын
@@TechManPat glade you had a quick experience but not everyone will have that. I had a NBN connection and went to change providers but due to wanting to retain our home phone number it took about a week for the connection to be transferred. This was a massive pain in the butt as I work for home
@SpunzieBoy 4 жыл бұрын
What is the best modem for gaming streaming and video making Btw I got nbn
@TechManPat 4 жыл бұрын
Depending on what quality you are streaming at you will be fine with any unless you are streaming with 5 people In the home then you might need a better modem router etc
@SpunzieBoy 4 жыл бұрын
Tech Man Pat no it’s just me and my mum she just watch’s Netflix and she goes on her phone and pc. But me I play PlayStation and I have crapy download speed and upload. Also I live in Queensland so I’m just wondering what type of modem would be better. Btw can I dm you on Twitter or something for um private chat
@snOOziie 5 жыл бұрын
So I can't use my Nighthawk router when I get my HFC installed?
@Xsjado1JZ 5 жыл бұрын
Yes you can, this was a poorly researched video lacking clarity and information. For HFC, FTTP, FTTC and Fixed Wireless you only need a router with a WAN port as the NBN supplied equipment is the modem. You could also run a modem/router in bridge or bypass mode disabling the modem functionality. The one consideration is particular providers won't release VOIP details essentially forcing you to use the RSP supplied equipment.
@Crazy--Clown 5 жыл бұрын
@@Xsjado1JZ 👍👍
@eddiel8708 5 жыл бұрын
Hi 'two cents', I have HFC and a Nighthawk D7000. What I did is bridge (by Ethernet Cable) from the Modem-Router my ISP (WiFi piss weak) to my Nighthawk and used the stronger WiFi on he D7000. (ISP's WiFi speed_12mb/s.Nighthawk WiFi speed-46mb/s).
@snOOziie 5 жыл бұрын
@@eddiel8708 I get connected Monday I don't want to use the Telstra Smart box I want to use my Nighthawk R7000p instead but I don't know if Telstra allows that.
@eddiel8708 5 жыл бұрын
@@snOOziie Hi 'two cents', My ISP is IPrimus. They give u a modem-router ( Huawei).What u do is, Bridge your Nighthawk to the Telstra modem using an Ethernet cable.(a yellow LAN port on Telstra modem to a yellow LAN port on Nighthawk).Telstra won';t know.I get far superior WiFi from my Nighthawk.
@thisisres 3 жыл бұрын
Someone put up time stamps and names pls
@sonycans 4 жыл бұрын
TP-Link is crap. They require constant restarting. The WiFi slows down despite in a very clear channel. I use an old Cisco Small Business Router SRP-541 and I use an old Cisco WAP-4410 Access Point that extends my existing Wifi. Both are trusted and works without a glitch.
@eddiel8708 3 жыл бұрын
I think this newbie made a mistake buying a D-Link Python.I spent 3 days trying to get on the internet.(HFC),still can't.Taking it back to shop tomorrow for refund.Any recommendations on buys for HFC Tech Man Pat? (about same price)
@TechManPat 3 жыл бұрын
Eddie L for hfc you only need a router not a modem like this. Your hfc connection should have an nbn modem provided that you just connect to
@eddiel8708 3 жыл бұрын
@@TechManPat Hi Pat,I took the Python back to JB's and got a refund. Now I know.
@somshu238 5 жыл бұрын
i wish i watched this before i spent all that money on a d7800
@Xsjado1JZ 5 жыл бұрын
I think your research is lacking. FTTP, FTTC and Fixed Wireless all have an NBN supplied modem (as with HFC that you have already mentioned), I'm not sure why you make out HFC to be the exception. All of these services only require a router and not a modem/router combo like you have constantly mentioned.
@TechManPat 5 жыл бұрын
I emphasise that because the hfc modem is not wall mounted and can be removed easily unlike the other two. But also most modem router combos work with FTTH etc and don’t require as much thought to buying.
@Xsjado1JZ 5 жыл бұрын
@@TechManPat FTTC NCD also isn't secured to the wall. The way you describe it makes it sound as if you require a modem/router combo for all technologies aside from HFC. Personally for FTTN/B I prefer the use of a Netgear DM200 VDSL2 modem (Broadcomm chipset which works well with the DSLAM) and an ASUS RT-AC68U which will work as a router on all technologies.
@markabbott6084 2 жыл бұрын
Pat, I have had issues with Telstra/NBN for years. I have a Tesltra Gen 1 modem/router?. I have FTTN and long story short, the issue appears to have been fixed. (30 to 50 dropouts per day) I am currently getting around 99Mbps to 120Mbps down and 23 to 37Mbps upload. I am more than happy with that but wonder if I would benefit from upgrading to a ASUS DSL-AC68U AC1900 Dual-Band ADSL/VDSL Gigabit Wi-Fi Modem Router. My ethernet cable is to the wall (copper) and I connect to a printer and then wifi to other devices (iPads) or do you have other suggestions. Mark
@shadowsinsomniacs9943 5 жыл бұрын
Unless you're on TPG NBN with VOIP....you have to use their modem :(
@Crazy--Clown 5 жыл бұрын
What pricks
@davidherranz1978 4 жыл бұрын
Change to Aussie Broadband there awesome
@JeffBourke 5 жыл бұрын
6:02 I would NEVER recommend spending $430 on a D-Stink!!!
@tovarisch3039 2 жыл бұрын
You keep using the term RSP, is that short for recreational sex partner?
@TechManPat 2 жыл бұрын
No sorry it stands for reliable sex partner
@tovarisch3039 2 жыл бұрын
@@TechManPat Right, while I have your attention, whats your take on the netgear d7800 nighthawk - I liked and subscribed to your channel
@TechManPat 2 жыл бұрын
@@tovarisch3039 good product solid software, no down side apart from price
@tovarisch3039 2 жыл бұрын
@@TechManPat legend, much love from Brisbane
@AKTECH2222 5 жыл бұрын
Im sick of routers that give two wifi names instead of one wifi ! Google wifi give one wifi name and it will give u automatically 2.4 ghz or 5ghz depends on your device
@kbear2002 5 жыл бұрын
Ubiquiti AMPLIFI HD MESH Home Wi-Fi Router does the same .. seems more like an apple product where everything is simplified !
@TechManPat 5 жыл бұрын
Yeah the separation of the two is a bit annoying would be great under one name
@GhostofZuuzGaming 5 жыл бұрын
i have a iinet modem and running a nighthawk xr500 gaming router to do all the fine tuning. in its software you can select an option to combine both 2.4 and 5ghz channels seamlessly and it selects which band is faster or better coverage automatically. so in wifi settings it just shows netgear82 instead of netgear82 and netgear82-5g
@arthurdent8789 5 жыл бұрын
Get yourself an D-Link router, I have a Dir890l; tri-band and it is set up with 1 SSID (or you can setup separate SSIDs for each band). The router manages the connected devices. Super easy to manage. Or you can go the Netgear Night hawk R8000, this can be setup to have 1 SSID for the 5Gh bands but what I do is set the SSID on the 2.4Gh to be the same SSID (I have this as well setup as an AP) You device will connect to whatever band that is available or has best Signal. I currently have Optus NBN, they gave me an Sagemcom router this is the biggest piece of crap ever can’t be managed cumbersome to setup beyond the basic of just plug in. Going to another provider ASAP
@AKTECH2222 5 жыл бұрын
@@arthurdent8789 im using dm200 on bridge mode and plugged to it google wifi
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