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  • FAQ: Broadband troubleshooting guide

    If you're having problems with your broadband such as slow speeds, frequent disconnections, prolonged disconnections or anything else, check out this guide. It will run you through a few steps that will solve most problems and get you up and running!

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  • FAQ: How and why should I do an isolation test?

    The purpose of an isolation test is to give an indication whether or not a fault or connection problem you're experiencing is being caused by equipment or wiring in your own home.

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  • FAQ: How do I reboot my modem/router?

    Resetting or rebooting your modem can help straighten out a whole range of problems your modem might be having. Though be careful, resetting and rebooting (also known as restarting or power cycling) your modem are two different things with different implications.

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  • FAQ: How can I maximise my broadband speed?

    The quality of your broadband connection is affected by a number of factors both inside and outside your home. Here's what you can do to make sure you're getting the most out of your broadband!

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  • FAQ: I've set up my broadband but it's not working, what do I do?

    If you're trying to set up your broadband but it's not working yet, see what you should do next.

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  • FAQ: How can I stay secure and virus-free while using my internet connection?

    It's important to make sure your personal information, data and internet connection is safe for you and your family to use. We advise following the steps contained in this page to help make sure nothing nasty happens.

    Categories: Wireless - Setting Up Wireless - Changing Wireless Settings - Troubleshooting Wireless - Broadband - Setting Up Broadband - Troubleshooting Broadband -

  • FAQ: I've paid my overdue account, but I still can't get online

    If you've paid your overdue bill in order to lift an account restriction, you need to restart your modem before the change will take effect.

    Categories: Broadband - Troubleshooting Broadband - My Bill - My Account - My Bill - My Contract - Phone - Troubleshooting Phone -

  • FAQ: How can I test the speed of my connection?

    You can test the speed of your Orcon connection here: http://speedtest.orcon.net.nz

    Categories: Wireless - Troubleshooting Wireless - Broadband - Troubleshooting Broadband - Data + Usage - UFB - UFB Product Info -

  • FAQ: How and why should I do a ping test?

    Doing ping tests is an important part of helping you (and us) to see where your connection might be having trouble. Knowing where it's slowing down is half the battle.

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  • FAQ: What does the Orcon helpdesk support?

    A list of applications, browsers and the like that the Orcon helpdesk supports.

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  • FAQ: How do I factory reset my modem?

    If you are unable to log into your Modem via the IP address you can reset the password back to the default. This is done via the Reset to Factory Defaults option.

    Categories: Wireless - Changing Wireless Settings - Troubleshooting Wireless - Modems + Routers - Broadband - Troubleshooting Broadband -

  • FAQ: How and why should I do a trace route?

    A traceroute is a test that shows the path and time taken for your connection to connect to an internet address such as a website. If you are having problems with your connection, you might be asked by one of our team to conduct a traceroute.

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  • FAQ: Downloadable modem installation guides

    Downloadable modem installation guides

    Categories: Wireless - Setting Up Wireless - Troubleshooting Wireless - Broadband - Setting Up Broadband - Troubleshooting Broadband - Orcon Genius - Setting Up Genius - Troubleshooting Genius -

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