A strong fibre connection is only as good as your in-home WiFi. Here’s how to get the best possible coverage and speed.
Router placement
When your lead-in is installed, our technician will place your NDT/ONT (Optical Network Terminal), which also acts as your router, in the best possible location to maximise coverage.
Ideally, this is in a central, open spot in your home.
Avoid placing it inside cupboards or behind large furniture.
Avoiding interference
Certain objects and devices can weaken your WiFi signal, including:
Thick walls and metal surfaces.
Microwaves.
Baby monitors and cordless phones.
Large fish tanks 🐟 (yes, really – water blocks WiFi).
If possible, keep your NTD/ONT or WiFi extenders away from these sources of interference.
Extenders and mesh systems
If you have WiFi “dead zones” in your home:
WiFi extender beacons boost the signal into harder-to-reach areas.
Mesh systems (multiple beacons) provide consistent coverage across large or multi-storey homes.
You can purchase the right gear for your home directly through the Splice - reach out to the team and they can set you up.
Upgrading your modem/router
If your current hardware is underperforming, it may need replacing.
Contact our team if you think this is the case.
A technician will need to visit and install the replacement.
Because the NTD/ONT and modem/router are a combined device provided by Rural Fibre Co, off the shelf boxes may not do the trick.
Tip: Test your speed in different rooms. If the speed drops dramatically in certain spots, it’s a sign you may need an extender or mesh system.