Using a third party modem/router with UFB & phone/VOIP
I have this set up ONT, Netgear R7000, HG659. I have the HG659 set up as ata only. I can receive calls on the landline but wont connect when I dial a number. I get a dial tone but get the engage sound...
View ArticleCan suresignal be used on a 4G RBI connection?
Hi All,Trialling a RBI unit and can't get an definitive answer from the store on if suresignal be used on a 4G RBI connection?For an extra 10 points, if not, why not? (Yes I know I can VPN it to a...
View ArticleVodafone you've done it again - John Reader (johnr) is leaving
40 technology roles to be outsourced including our very own John Reader. Fixer of just about everything.I'm not sure how Vodafone will cope without him. After seeing how he works and how he has managed...
View ArticleHG659 - telnet or ssh access ?
Hello GZ,I'm looking for a modem with a recent chipset like BCM63168, I own the Spark modem HG630b but unfortunately the telnet access is locked by Spark password, and they don't want to give it !On...
View ArticleThis our home Vodafone
When it all began the company was clean and offered so much we were impressed by the logo and we felt cool paying them out and it goes on.Now they have become a burden their advertising has become less...
View ArticleFibre X compatible WiFi Router
I am helping with the sorting out of a FibreX network. They are currently using the VF supplied Huawei router but it is being somewhat troublesome. I could not find issue with the router so I feel it's...
View ArticleFibreX 200 in Chch
Just wanting to gauge the opinion of those in chch who have moved to or are on fibreX 200.I'm in chch east and have naked cable 50 which has been pretty reliable and meant that I've had minimum contact...
View ArticleWhat is a "Vodafone Raw Welcome SIM"?
Title says it all. So many different types of SIM from Vodafone, what's the story with this one.
View Articleipv6 setup question
Using dd-wrt, how can i have it so that my server(s) get static ipv6 address that doesn't change. Ideally i'd like to be able to access services over the internet through ipv6. do i have to use a...
View ArticleSureSignal missed calls
Hi all,We have poor Vodafone reception at one end of our property and after some discussion with Vodafone the solution was to get a SureSignal. After a months delay due to no stock we received our...
View ArticleWhat to do when you're going over data every month
I've been living on a measly 500MB of monthly data for quite some time and often going over.I resorted to turning off my mobile data and only turning it on when I needed.I decided to look around and...
View ArticleMobile number porting issue
Everyone knows this forum is always the last but the best option if you have any issue with NZ mobile or broadband provider.I requested to bring my slingshot mobile number to vodafone. I tried to do it...
View ArticleCasual prepay plan with add-ons?
Does vodafone have a casual prepay plan with add-ons that can be purchased?Not the Mates or Flex plans, they have a "re-occurring" cost each month. (minimum $11 / month)Not the Pay & Go plan, as it...
View ArticleSpark Fibre or Vodafone Fibre
We are about to jump in the exciting new future as we move from ADSL to Fibre, cabling has begun and a recent flyer from Enable says should be done by the end of March.We are currently with VF and have...
View ArticleSure Signal
Is the FAQ on the Vodafone site correct?Can I use Sure Signal with other network providers?Yes, Sure Signal is compatible with other broadband networks.Is this true? I thought these only worked on the...
View ArticleAntenna for Vodafone Home Wireless Modem
Does anyone know where I can get an antenna for my Vodafone home wireless modem? The modem works best when it has line of sight out the window, and at the moment I have a bit of an ugly temporary setup...
View ArticleVodafone stopping auto topup on pre-pay?
I have a couple of kids on pre-pay who are forever complaining that their mother doesn't top them up on time. I thought I would fix this by setting up an auto top-up. I could set up one (that didn't...
View ArticleTwo questions: Strange Public IP and IPv6 on Vodafone Cable in Wellington?
First question: I happened to check my public IP on my computers this morning....One had the correct IP assigned by Vodafone (121.73.xx.xx) but the other computer had this public IP 66.249.82.94. As...
View ArticleVF TV on Fibre X (cable ) network, how is it these days
Calling out to VF Fibre X customers that have VF TV ( T-Box) how are those boxes performing these days? Has Vodafone ironed out the bugs with it.
View ArticleWhat are your thoughts? "Upgrade" from Ultra Fast Cable 130/10 to...
I currently have Unlimited Ultra Fast Cable 130 / 10 and happy with the service. I don't download a huge amount, about 150GB per month on average based on my usage stats.I am in an area that offers...
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