Expert Advice

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We have listed below some specific advice that we have given clients over the years covering a wide variety of technology solutions and business situations.

How to Implement Remote Access to a 4G Router

The traditional method of implementing a connection to a remote router and to devices on the LAN behind the router is to use port forwarding or a VPN.

This method is not possible with most 4G connections as these use a technology called CGNAT which allocates dynamic private IP addresses to 4G connections.

How to Move the FTTP ONT

FTTP ONT termination points are often installed in locations not ideal for the end-user. It may therefore be necessary to move the FTTP ONT.

What type of phone do I need for fibre-to-the-premises broadband?

Over the next few years there will be a widespread migration to Fibre-to-the-Premise broadband connections. At the same time the traditional phone network that is based on copper cabling will be phased out.

This means that end-users who want to continue to have a “landline” phone service will either need new phones or an adaptor to enable connection of their existing phones.

How to Assign Public IP Subnet on Mikrotik Router without NAT

There are occasions when a device (eg a VoIP phone, a server or another router) that is connected to a LAN interface of a Mikrotik router requires a public IP address.

Premitel have developed a step-by-step guide to configuring Mikrotik router with public IP subnet to be used by devices attached to LAN interface without NAT

How Can I Boost My WiFi Signal?

Most of us use WiFi to connect to the internet and have experienced frustration when it is difficult to connect to the internet because of a poor WiFi signal.

There is little that can be done about this when we are out and about, but there are steps that can be taken to boost the WiFi signal in your home or office.