NBN Network Issue Misdiagnosed as Internal Cabling Fault

The following case study delves into a recent assignment carried out by SECURE A COM, a Sydney-based company renowned for its NBN fault-finding services. The study discusses an incident with a customer subscribed to TPG, who experienced NBN fibre issues. Herein lies the professional process of diagnosis, rectification, and the lessons learned from this scenario.

The Problem

A customer having NBN fibre to the curb (FTTC) had experienced a week of internet dropping out before it completely died.

Key Issues:

• The Internet started dropping out and finally ceased functioning.
• The ISP (TPG) concluded the problem was with internal cabling.

The Diagnosis

Our expert technician was called on-site to ascertain the situation. Below is a step-by-step breakdown of the process:

Site Investigation:

• Initial Observation: I noticed split pairs in the cabling but tested it to be fine.
• FTTC Connection Device Inspection: Connected directly to the A side in the MDF room but not connecting, resulting in the same issue.

Internal Cabling Testing:

• Connection of the Line’s Test Set: Showed the internal cabling was testing fine.
• Short Circuit Test: To ensure the testing unit was functional.
• Cable Testing: From the location to the MDF room, the cabling was found to be in perfect condition.

MDF Room Inspection:

• Observation of the Messy Setup: After a prolonged connection time, the device still not connecting.
• Flashing Link Light: With occasional red flashes.
• Direct Socket Connection to Pair: Connected to the leading cable; however, the FTTC connection device was not tested.

Conclusion: Network Issue

It was conclusively determined that this was 100% a network issue. TPG was incorrectly insistent that it was an internal cabling issue. The customer had to pay for a service call which should not have been required.

Recommendations:

• ISP Responsibility: The ISP should provide a refund for the cost of our call-out, as the problem was incorrectly diagnosed on their end.
• Efficient Network Diagnosis: Proper network issue identification to prevent unnecessary service calls.

Why Choose SECURE A COM?

For anyone in Sydney struggling with their NBN service, SECURE A COM is the unparalleled choice. Our experience, as demonstrated above, is unmatched when it comes to locating and repairing NBN internet faults.

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