Is It Possible to Use Optus Sagemcom Modem/Router for Dodo FTTB?

Zviar on 16/10/2023 - 12:49
Last edited 18/10/2023 - 17:13 by 1 other user

Hey there,

I have been with Optus for a long time (sick of them) and just signed up with Dodo (with byo modem), as I moved home.

I am having "Optus Sagemcom F@ST 5366" with DSL port as well, which I was guessing it would support FTTB.

After Dodo confirmed Order is completed -> I plugged in the modem —> did a modem reset from modem web GUI —> updated PPP login with dodo given config/settings —> But still no luck. All lights on the Modem looks white but the Internet light is "red". Is there any thing I must do?

Any responses much appreciated.

Internet Broadband FTTB Modem Router nbn

Comments

  • kfp187 on 16/10/2023 - 14:29

    TPG is a shocker to setup. They use vlan tagging so you need to ensure your router has that setting

    • Zviar on 17/10/2023 - 10:48

      I didn't know TPG is also nightmare.
      btw I am trying to setup Dodo. So far not great.

      • kfp187 on 18/10/2023 - 06:18
        +1

        Like why? Dodo don’t quote me but I think uses VLAN tagging too.
        Forces you in most instances to use their modem/router.
        Go with Superloop or Exetel.
        Haven’t played with the Optus modems much but would assume it would work with both.
        They are probably $5-10 difference to what you might save with Dodo…. Advice… pay the $5 extra a month and “skip a coffee.”

  • josethecheap on 21/10/2023 - 12:47
    +1

    The modems only allow @optus usernames to be used. Replace it with a Telstra smart modem 2nd hand.

    • Zviar on 21/10/2023 - 22:54

      Is "Telstra Smart Modem" configurable with other operators?
      btw, any idea if this "smart modem" has got any other useful features or specs.

      Any response much appreciated.

    • Zviar on 26/10/2023 - 00:20

      Thanks very much!
      Got a Telstra Smart modem from fb, it is working like charm.

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