Replacement Router for TPG NBN HFC Around $150

shockme79 on 23/02/2023 - 22:26
Last edited 23/02/2023 - 22:32 by 1 other user

Hey guys,

My mum has NBN (hfc) with TPG, she has a landline service too.

She has been using their supplied Netcomm router (from about 8 years ago) but her wifi coverage in her home is pretty shite - average size 3 bedroom home.

I want to get her a new router (assuming it will provide better/stronger wifi coverage) but I'm not sure which router I need to look at because of her landline. Ideally a straight replacement for her existing router.

Next question, will any router work with TPG?

Can you please suggest a suitable router? I'm hoping theres something available for around $150?

Thanks all!

Computing Broadband HFC nbn Wireless Router

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  • shockme79 on 23/02/2023 - 22:41

    Would something like this be suitable? (and should this work with TPG)
    Tp-link VX230v
    https://auspost.com.au/shop/product/tp-link-broadband-modem-…

  • jug123 on 23/02/2023 - 22:45
    +1

    we had problems with the internet going slow (we have FTTP) a cpl of times a day when we were using 2-3 devices at the same time. Rang TPG they blamed the modem and asked us to reset, of course the problem didnt go away. Rang back a cpl of days later they advised our TPG supplied modem was 4yrs old and was likely the problem and sent us a newer model for only the $15 postage cost. Installed new modem havent had the issue since & overall speed improved by ~10%. Moral of the story, the tech in her modem is dated, push TPG to replace at their cost

    • shockme79 on 23/02/2023 - 22:49

      Thanks mate, i'll give them a buzz tomorrow. Out of interest, which modem are they currently supplying?

    • jug123 on 24/02/2023 - 00:02
      +1

      We were supplied the TP-Link VR1600v about 9-12mths ago. We use TPG for the landline as well.

      • shockme79 on 25/02/2023 - 23:09
        +1

        Thanks again for the advice, spoke with TPG and they are sending a new router free of charge (we just have to pay the postage fee).

        They said we will be receiving either TP-Link VX420-G2V or TP-Link VX220-G2V depending on availability. Hopefully this improves the wifi coverage.

        No complaints about TPG's customer service though.

  • Twix on 23/02/2023 - 22:49
    +1

    TPG landline is locked to the TPG provided router. You used to be to extract the TPG landline login credentials out of the TPG router but I haven't looked into that recently. Lookup TPG VoIP superuser login credentials. In no particular order these are your options.

    1. Ask TPG for a new TP-Link VX220-G2V all-in-one with VoIP. I don't know how good the Wi-Fi on it is.
    2. Keep the NetComm router for VoIP (Wi-Fi off) and plug in a TP-Link Archer AX20 or Asus RT-AX55 configured as the Wi-Fi access point.
    3. Keep the NetComm router for VoIP (Wi-Fi off) and plug in a TP-Link Deco M5 (2-Pack) configured as Wi-Fi access points.
    4. Ditch the NetComm router and VoIP altogether and plug in a TP-Link Deco M5 or TP-Link Archer AX20 or Asus RT-AX55 to the nbn NTD box and go mobile only for her phone service.
  • USER DC on 24/02/2023 - 10:56
    +2

    Why not get a mesh network instead ?

    like google or tenda nova ? etc.?

  • shockme79 on 02/03/2023 - 20:32
    Merged from Help me extend my Wi-Fi coverage

    I have just set up my TPG supplied TP-Link VX220-G2V router..

    This was a replacement but unfortunately hasn’t really improved my Wi-Fi coverage.

    I need to use this router because I have a landline but can I connect a mesh pack like TP-Link Deco M5 to extend my Wi-Fi?

    I know I have to switch my isp router to “bridge” mode but don’t know how…?

    Is it just a matter of logging into the modem settings and switching off wireless? I assume all my LAN connections will remain active?

    Would I then need to plug my ‘Deco M5’ into one of the LAN ports and add the rest of the pucks around the house?

    Thanks everyone for any guidance

    • vince088 on 02/03/2023 - 21:00
      +1

      I need to use this router because I have a landline but can I connect a mesh pack like TP-Link Deco M5 to extend my Wi-Fi? Yes

      I know I have to switch my isp router to “bridge” mode but don’t know how…? Log in to router page and its in settings usually

      Is it just a matter of logging into the modem settings and switching off wireless? I assume all my LAN connections will remain active? Yes

      Would I then need to plug my ‘Deco M5’ into one of the LAN ports and add the rest of the pucks around the house? Yes

      Wireless mesh is very easy to set up and with enough nodes around the house, you will have good coverage

      i currently connect my telstra smart modem to tenda nova mesh system

    • Twix on 02/03/2023 - 21:05
      +1
      1. You have nbn HFC so no you don't switch the TP-Link VX220-G2V to bridge mode. What you read about bridge mode is for FTTN and FTTB.
      2. All you do is login to the TP-Link VX220-G2V and switch off the wireless radios. The LAN ports still work.
      3. Plugin a Deco M5 to the TP-Link VX220-G2V LAN port.
      4. Configure the Deco M5 as Wi-Fi access points in the Deco's advanced menu.
  • shockme79 on 02/03/2023 - 21:56
    +1

    Thanks for help!! Much appreciated

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