How to Resolve Service Issues on the nbn™ Network

A reliable internet connection is essential for both personal and professional use. However, service issues can occur on the nbn™ network, including outages, unplanned incidents, Wi-Fi coverage issues, slow speeds, and dropouts. In this blog post, we will provide tips on how to resolve these service issues.

Potential Outage

An outage occurs when there is a disruption in the service. This can be due to various reasons, such as planned maintenance or unforeseen incidents. To determine if there is a known outage affecting your address, check the network status page. If there are no outages listed, contact your phone and internet provider to troubleshoot with you and lodge a fault with nbn if needed.

Unplanned Incident

An unplanned incident is an event that affects the service unexpectedly, such as accidental damage to underground cables or other nbn assets. To prevent these incidents, anyone performing groundwork should refer to Before You Dig. If an unplanned incident does occur, it can impact essential services in the community.

Wi-Fi Coverage

Several factors can affect Wi-Fi coverage and performance, including modem/router placement and physical obstacles. To improve Wi-Fi coverage, try adjusting the placement of your modem/router and using Wi-Fi extenders or boosters.

Slow Speed

Slow internet speeds can be frustrating, especially during peak hours when more people are typically using the internet. Choosing the right speed plan to meet your needs is important. Other factors that can affect connection speed include network congestion and the number of people and devices actively online at your place at the same time.

Dropouts

Dropouts occur when the service is interrupted, causing devices to lose their connection to the internet. Interference from other devices and issues with cabling or equipment can cause dropouts. To optimise your home internet setup, check for objects that can interfere with Wi-Fi signal and assess how many devices are connected at the same time. If these tips don’t help, contact your phone and internet provider for troubleshooting and fault investigation.

Talk to Your Provider

If you experience service issues, contact your phone and internet provider for assistance. As a wholesaler, nbn is responsible for the infrastructure, while the providers deliver and manage services over the nbn™ network.

Network Maintenance

Regular network maintenance is necessary to ensure optimum performance. Planned maintenance may cause an outage and affect your service. To minimise the impact, nbn is taking steps to limit non-essential network maintenance and reduce planned outages. Essential maintenance works will generally take place between midnight and 6am.

Conclusion

In conclusion, resolving service issues on the nbn™ network is important to maintain a reliable internet connection. By following the tips provided, you can improve your Wi-Fi coverage, speed, and reduce the likelihood of dropouts. If you experience service issues, contact your phone and internet provider for assistance.

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