Fttn

nbn® HFC vs FTTN

Are you excited about accessing the nbn® but finding some of the terms a little confusing? One of the most common things that people find confusing are the different forms of nbn® technology available – for example, HFC vs FTTC. It’s usefu...

What is Fibre to the Node/Building (FTTN/B) broadband?

Fibre to the Node (FTTN) and Fibre to the Building (FTTB) are two classifications for a type of broadband connection in Australia that uses pre-existing telephone cabling to deliver the internet. Fibre to the Node (FTTN) High-speed fibr...

FTTP vs FTTN vs FTTC: NBN connections explained

If you’ve been looking at nbn™ plans, then you’ve probably come across terms ‘FTTN’, ‘FTTP’, and ‘FTTC.’ So what’s the difference between them, and will FTTC speeds and performance meet or exceed what FTTN and FTTP offer (or vice versa)? T...

How to remove an FTTC NCD from your FTTN service, and connect your modem/router correctly

Currently, the Fibre to the Curb (FTTC) nbn® connection box (network connection device – NCD) you are using is acting like a modem for your Fibre to the Node (FTTN) service. These...

How to prepare for your FTTN/B installation

There are some important things to have covered before you get your nbn® Fibre to the Node or Fibre to the Building connection installed. Our pre-appointment checklist highlig...

What is my Service Class and what does it mean?

The ‘Service Class’ (or ‘Property Class’ for OptiComm customers) for your location is a way for the network provider to categorise and define how the internet is delivered to ...