What kind of NBN do I have?

I’ve recently moved to a new property and I’m not sure about the specifics of my internet connection. Can you explain the different types of NBN connections available and how I can identify which one I have at my residence?

Identifying Your NBN Connection Type

To determine the specific type of NBN connection your premises is connected to, simply follow these steps:

1. Visit this link.
2. Enter and search for your address.
3. Once you receive your address details, look next to the ‘technology’ section to find out the kind of NBN you have.

By following these steps, you’ll easily identify your NBN connection type.

 

What kind of NBN do I have? The type of NBN connection you have is determined by the technology used to connect your premises to the NBN network. The NBN uses a mix of technologies, referred to as the Multi Technology Mix (MTM). The main types of NBN connections that utilise a physical line running to the premises are:

 

• Fibre to the Premises (FTTP): A direct fibre optic line runs from the nearest available fibre node directly to your premises.
• Fibre to the Building (FTTB): The fibre optic line runs to a common point within a building, and from there, existing technology is used to connect individual apartments or offices.
• Hybrid Fibre Coaxial (HFC): This uses existing ‘pay TV’ or cable network lines between the nearest fibre node and your premises.
• Fibre to the Curb (FTTC): The fibre optic line extends to a point on the nearby curb or street, and from there, existing copper lines connect to your premises.
• Fibre to the Node (FTTN): The fibre optic line runs to a nearby cabinet or node, and from there, existing copper lines connect to your premises. Additionally, in regional and remote areas, connections might be made using Fixed Wireless or Sky Muster® satellite technologies. To determine the specific type of NBN connection you have, you can check your address on the NBN website.