Step-by-Step Guide to Connecting to the NBN
- Written by NewsServices.com
Whether you have a letter from NBN in your local area or you are waiting for one to arrive, everyone in Australia will be connected to the network in the coming years. Find out more about NBN internet and how to install it with the help of a certified technician.
Switching to the NBN
Switching to NBN is simple; there are a few steps to follow. First, you will have to check to find out if NBN is available in your area - it should be available in most suburbs soon. You will then need to arrange the switch and obtain the cut-off date - this is the final cut-off date for ADSL.
It’s also important to understand a little more about the NBN connection in your area - they are not all the same. Fibre-to-node, hybrid fibre coaxial, and fibre-to-premises options are available, but not in every location. These connection types can affect the quality of your broadband.
Check Your Home is NBN Ready
NBN is a nationwide project designed to bring faster, more efficient internet to ordinary homes. Everyone will have to sign up for NBN eventually because the old ADSL lines will be shut down once the infrastructure has been installed. Ensure you get the right connection for your home.
Hopefully, you will have received an NBN connection notice to your home - most suburbs that are NBN-ready will get a letter through the door. Following the letter, you will have 18 months to choose a connection. If you want to check if you have a connection, contact your local authority.
Select a Connection Type
When it comes to NBN connections, there are 6 options to choose from. Choose from fibre-to-the-node, hybrid fibre coaxial, fibre-to-the-premises, fibre-to-the-building, fibre-to-the-curb, and fixed wire and satellite. Connections are predetermined options.
The connections available to your property are determined by NBN properties and local infrastructure, but it’s still possible to switch or upgrade to a different connection type depending on what is available. Research your available connections before choosing an NBN option.
Prepare for Installation
Once you have chosen and purchased an NBN plan, although it is not always necessary, you might need help in setting up your NBN connection: Find a certified professional to help you install and operate your new NBN internet connection. If you can’t connect right away, a technician might have to visit your property to install some additional wires and devices to make the connection possible.
After you have purchased a plan, your provider will tell you if you need an installation, and it will be arranged at your convenience. You will need to make an appointment for the technician to visit. The visits are free and normally take around an hour to get your internet up and running.
Other Things to Consider When Connecting to the NBN
Eventually, everyone will be connected to the NBN and enjoy fast internet and reliable national internet, but there are a few additional things to consider before making the switch. Changing providers can result in compatibility issues with medical alarms, fire alarms, security systems, and lift emergency phones. Always ask your new provider about any system vulnerabilities.
Finalise the NBN connection
Now that you have a connection to the NBN network, thanks to a professional NBN technician, you need to finalise the process by purchasing a new modem; the modem can be bought independently or from the NBN technician.
