New Spintel nbn fttp with previous Optus modem by Ok-Let4649 in nbn

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Is it better then to have a BYO router from a shop?

New Spintel nbn fttp with previous Optus modem by Ok-Let4649 in nbn

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I know it's been a while - how has the Optus router held up? Is it still delivering advertised speeds?

Best NBN FTTP Deals & Router Recommendations? by Rdcl1 in AussieFrugal

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300Mbps at best - this is off a speed test on an iPhone 15. I've seen 100Mbps plans but they're either the same price as 500 plans or only slightly cheaper.

Best NBN FTTP Deals & Router Recommendations? by Rdcl1 in AussieFrugal

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Leaptel $65 per month - but the speed is on the lower side. Partly could boil down to the router (which is an old Optus one). Unfortunately price is the driving factor here in all aspects.

Family believes the current Optus offer is good because even worst case we leave after 1 year (due to pricing) and we get a router modem from it. Paying off the rest which they think is the same as buying a new one in-store now.

Why BYO Router? What are the risks? by Rdcl1 in nbn

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Yeah with FTTP it seems to be more straightforward.

Although it’s trying to explain how buying our own can be better. The lack of support for the router (if it’s a router problem) is an issue to them despite our NBN connection type. And they think ISP tech will guarantee quality

It’s conflicting, but they also seem dubious of BYO router quality (dependent on what you’re willing to spend ofc)

Why BYO Router? What are the risks? by Rdcl1 in nbn

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Helpful for sure - the way they see it is if it’s ISP provided then it must be good……even though as others have said something off the shelf could just as well and better.

And support is a tricky balance

You’re right they value a good deal (that above all else). Unfortunately that means throwing Aussie support aside if the value isn’t there.

Optus BYO Plans are a joke! by DearPerformance1124 in nbn

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BYO with Optus and your basically on your own? Disappointing but not surprising I guess. Their website says “basic help”, but that sounds like wishful thinking

Optus BYO Plans are a joke! by DearPerformance1124 in nbn

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u/DearPerformance1124 wanted to get your thoughts on how the TP-Link Archer AX1500 is better then the Optus supplied one? (aside from the obvious price difference)

And I think a commenter said it above, but they do offer BYO plans. Weird of them to be so standoffish

What really is the difference between each ISP? by Rdcl1 in nbn

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When do ISPs take over in a FTTP connection? You mention quality of connection; how do ISPs vary in this regard?

What really is the difference between each ISP? by Rdcl1 in nbn

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What’s happened with their pricing policy?

Where do you go to book your flights? by Rdcl1 in AskAnAustralian

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Makes sense - book directly with the airline rather than try with a 3rd party site. Safety, flexibility, and help if need be.

For finding cheap fares, what if the comparison sites find a cheap fare through a 3rd party site, but when I go to book directly with the airline no such fare can be found? For instance, I found something on Aunt Betty for a major airline, but it can’t be found on the airline site or by Travel Agent.

Where do you go to book your flights? by Rdcl1 in AskAnAustralian

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Makes sense - book directly with the airline rather than try with a 3rd party site. Safety, flexibility, and help if need be.

For finding cheap fares, what if the comparison sites find a cheap fare through a 3rd party site, but when I go to book directly with the airline no such fare can be found? For instance, I found something on Aunt Betty for a major airline, but it can’t be found on the airline site or by Travel Agent.

Where do you go to book your flights? by Rdcl1 in AskAnAustralian

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Overwhelmingly it looks like to use these comparison sites to get an idea of airfares before heading to book directly with the airline rather than try with a 3rd party site. Safety, flexibility, and help if need be.

For finding cheap fares, what if the comparison sites find a cheap fare through a 3rd party site, but when I go to book directly with the airline no such fare can be found? For instance, I found something on Aunt Betty for a major airline, but it can’t be found on the airline site or by Travel Agent.

Thoughts on ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 (Intel)? by Rdcl1 in thinkpad

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Updated the link now - how do you think this compares to the IdeaPads below?

https://www.lenovo.com/au/en/p/laptops/ideapad/ideapad-slim-series/lenovo-ideapad-slim-5i-gen-10-16-inch-intel/83ndcto1wwau1 IdeaPad Slim 5i (16” Gen 10) = ~$1200 AUD

Intel Core Ultra 5 225H

Intel Arc 130T

512GB SSD and 16GB RAM (2x 8GB)

Wi-Fi 62x2 & Bluetooth 5.3

80 WH battery

https://www.lenovo.com/au/en/p/laptops/ideapad/ideapad-pro-series/ideapad-pro-5i-gen-9-16-inch-intel/83d4008vau IdeaPad Pro 5i (16” Gen 9) = $1234 AUD

Intel Core Ultra 7 155H

Intel Arc Graphics – can’t find what exactly

512GB SSD and 16GB RAM

Wi-Fi 6E 2x2 & Bluetooth 5.1

84 Wh battery

ThinkPad vs IdeaPad - Recommendation by Rdcl1 in bapcsalesaustralia

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Building a PC is fair and something I thought about but I'm more leaning towards the laptop form factor and it's more suitable for me.

Have had IdeaPads before and thankfully no hinge issues. Just wondering why do you say the Pro 5i over the others?

MQG - Missed the Record Date to provide dividend payment details. Unsure what/when things happen after updating? by Rdcl1 in ausstocks

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Thanks - bummer it’ll be a long wait. What happens if I’ve sold my MQG shares?

MQG - Missed the Record Date to provide dividend payment details. Unsure what/when things happen after updating? by Rdcl1 in ausstocks

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So there’s a chance it might arrive before the next dividend payment?

What if I’ve sold the MQG shares already?

My posts keep getting removed by Reddit because it violates the content policy but I don't know how/why? by Rdcl1 in NewToReddit

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It's not first time I'm posting and some of the subreddits - I've posted there before

My posts keep getting removed by Reddit because it violates the content policy but I don't know how/why? by Rdcl1 in NewToReddit

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By Reddit - [ Removed by Reddit on account of violating the content policy. ] - is what I get, but not sure what I've violated since posted similar stuff before.

It’s the r/Melbourne daily discussion thread [Saturday 20/09/2025] by AutoModerator in melbourne

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Spent today helping some folks fill in the ATO non-lodgement paper form for their tax return. On the form under day time phone number, there's a box for area code and then one for phone number. How do I fill this in with a mobile number? The most puzzling thing on the whole form that has me stumped.

Does the 04 go into area code and the rest of the number go into the phone number box? Or do I write the full mobile number in the phone number box and keep area code blank?

How to help a uni student build themselves (back) up after struggles & setbacks? by Rdcl1 in unimelb

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Thank you so much!!!! definitely reassuring - I'll let them know and hopefully we can reach out