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    Pfsense Setup

    Hi @All Just curious who uses Pfsense for their home network and what have you configured on Pfsense in terms of hardware / packages / security etc etc Charl
  3. J

    Is Rain really that bad? What are the alternatives?

    Hey everyone, I'm currently looking at connectivity options for my home. I plan on moving out in the next 6 months so I don't want to invest in fibre installations/activations or contracts. LTE/5G seems like a good short term option until I can get fibre in my new place after 6 months. Rain...
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    Run out of duct space

    So i have a duct that comes down from the roof to the room that houses my networking equipment, the duct is full and i cant cram any more cables into it. I need to connect 2x Ubiquiti Unifi AP (POE) 1X Victron OctoGX 1X NVR i dont know enough about POE to figure out if what i have chosen will...
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    Using an LTE modem on my router

    Hey guys and gals. My router has a USB port for 3g/LTE failover. And ever since I reset the router I'm not getting any internet access. I tried fiddling around in the settings to find out why there was no internet access earlier today, only to later find out that our ISP, Telkom, has had...
  6. RedViking

    Can't see other computers on Network - Windows 10

    Windows 10 Pro, 1809. All the computers (also 1809) on the Home Network can see my PC and Shared Folders. I can't see any of the other computers except my own PC. I don't know much about network, so please let me know what info you need. I have tried so many Google search solution but nothing...
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    Modem/router combo VS modem + router home network

    Hi I am looking to improve my home network, I am using a telkom supplied D-link adsl-2750u . I use it to connect my smart tv, xbox , 2 laptops and 3 cellphones to the internet and home network. So do i buy a 'future proof' modem/router combo or a 'future proof' router and stick with my old...
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    • asus home adsl home network modem modem/router network router router modems router suggestions best
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    • Forum: ADSL and VDSL Discussions
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    Home network multiple wireless AP issue

    I had a fibre line installed in my home in January. After that I decided to enhance my network to extend my wifi coverage and get a cabled connection to my xbox. Being a software developer (i.e. professional Googler) I managed to figure it out. 2 switches, 2 wireless APs and some sweaty ceiling...
  9. tkbaby

    Cheapest Gigabit Modem & Router

    Hi I hope this is in the correct forum. I have set up my home for Gigabit LAN and have installed some Ubiquiti Wifi. I will be upgrading the wifi to AC next year when the AC LITE product comes out. I have future proofed top a degree by running CAT6 cables. I have a gigabit switch but...
  10. tkbaby

    Wi-Fi Home Network Advice PLS!!!

    Hi everyone This is my first post on the forums, judging by what I know of the users of my broadband, I am going to get some really good and accurate advice. Let me explain my situation, mention what I am thinking, ask my questions, and see if anyone can provide some solutions for me...
  11. tkbaby

    Home Networking Solutions... ADVICE PLS!!!

    Hi everyone This is my first post on the forums, judging by what I know of the users of my broadband, I am going to get some really good and accurate advice. Let me explain my situation, mention what I am thinking, ask my questions, and see if anyone can provide some solutions for me...
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    Home LAN, fiber or cat6

    I'm moving to a new home and I'm designing a LAN so that I can connect all my devices to the Internet and each other. I have in the past used ethernet over power as well as Wifi and found both to be less than ideal. I thought of running cat6 to all the rooms through the same conduit as the...
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    Bandwidth Management

    Soooooo, it boils down to the fact that there are 6 people under one roof all accessing the internet <== I believe you are able to see where the problem originates. I will be getting 20mbps VDSL soon (need to choose a modem between the 2 Zyxel routers offered by Axxess or the Telkom Pace). but...
  14. S

    MKV streaming machine

    So finally the finance minister has given me the green light for a media streaming machine. problem is so much choices and it can get quite confusing..Current environment is PS3 connected via LAN on single core machine (PS3 media server software will be on this machine), HP i3 and Mac Pro i5...
  15. SafariTin

    Help - Home Network

    Hi folks, I've found similar threads, but none that really addresses my issue. My current setup includes a desktop PC connected to a Telkom WR100 via ethernet port. I also have a netbook that connects to the modem wirelessly to allow internet access. I want to know whether it is...
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    "Idle" network packet activity?

    It seems as if my home network (2x XP machines via marconi router) is running more traffic in idle times tan before (3 packets per second send & recieve) without any other processes running on the networks. This seems a bit high to me, and googling it got no results. I know viruses / trojans...
  17. J

    Windows updates on home network

    I have a home network of 3 PC's running XP home connecting to the Internet through ADSL (each PC connected to the router) Does anyone know of a solution whereby Windows updates can be downloaded to one PC with the other two getting their updates from there instead of updating from Microsoft...
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