Wi-Fi routers, home servers, virtual private networks, and more.
Networking
Why Can't I See My Wireless Security Cam Video?
Episode 1663
Todd fromTodd is getting wireless security video from one building on his property, but not the second. He can ping it, but he can't access it off-site. Leo recommends using a MESH system to extend the signal from building to building.
What mesh router should I buy?
Episode 1662
Stan fromStan wants to get a better router for coverage in his home. Leo recommends a mesh router with WiFi 6. Leo likes Orbi by NetGear, but he recommends checking out the Wirecutter for their recommendations. Leo also recommends the Aero, which is a good one too.
How do I reset my router?
Episode 1662
Sam fromSam looked in the settings of his Netgear Orbi router and made a few changes. Now, many things he uses on his network don't work any longer. Leo suggests powering down the router, count to 30, and then power it back up. If that doesn't work, you can completely reset the router. There's a reset hole that you poke a paperclip into and hold it until the lights blink yellow. You'll need to reset it up and give it a new password, but it will be back to the factory settings. Also turn off WAN administration, and universal Plug n Play (UPnP). You'll be back up and running.
Has My Cable Router Been Hacked?
Episode 1661
Charles fromCharles bought the CM1000 cable modem and a Netgear ORBI Router. But he's heard of a hack in cable modems. True? Leo says that there is a vulnerability called "cable haunt" that will allow someone to take over a cable modem. And there's no fix because the cable internet company doesn't want to do it since it'll take the internet down while they fix it. Additionally, the cable company wants him to pay for customer support every month to fix it. Leo says he has to keep putting pressure on the cable company to fix it.
Can I Put Multiple Hubs on My Router?
Episode 1661
Tom fromTom's router has four ethernet ports. Should he use them to install multiple hubs with switches or multiple switches? Leo says that switches aren't very smart on the whole, and switches are really just another name for hubs. What he needs is a smart switch to really isolate the traffic and maximize speed. Leo has a 24-port switch connected to his Orbi router and he uses that to connect all his devices that need a wired connection. That includes his streaming box and TV.
Can my NAS be hacked?
Episode 1651
Brett fromBrett is worried he's been hacked. He used UNRAID to create his own Network Attached Storage. But he recently got a message that he had 114 login attempts on his network. Leo says that it is very common. Any server that is online and attached to the internet will be attacked. Mostly by a bot that is programmed to look for servers online. Make sure you have security features that only allow logins from approved regions, IP addresses, or from your work. There should also be a feature that will lock out an IP address that keeps trying to log in.
Can I use my own router for FIOS?
Episode 1651
Andrew fromAndrew has Verizon FIOS and wants to know if he can use his own router. Leo says that Verizon bundles the router/modem together. Leo says you won't save any money since you have to use Verizon's modem/router anyway. But if you want to do your own router, you can turn off HDCP in the Verizon router and then use your own router for a better experience. Here's a YouTube video on how - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2Jr_0P0zwY
Can I Recover My Data From a Bad RAID Recovery?
Episode 1648
Alan fromAdam wants to create a new RAID 5 array, but his current RAID 1 system went belly up as he was converting to RAID 5. Can he get his data back? Leo says probably not through the RAID itself. He could take one drive out and try to recover, but Adam may have been too deep in the conversion process to restore the data. But the good news is, that he can take the drive out and plug it into the existing PC and see the data. If the data is mirrored, it should be easy to recover with a utility like Recuva. EaseUS also has a free drive recovery tool. He can probably use those to see the files.
What WiFi router should I get for my mom?
Episode 1647
Jack fromJack's mom is moving into an assisted living facility, and he wants her to have her own WiFi. What router should he get her? Leo says it's a good idea to give her own WiFi access point. It'll protect her. NetGear makes great WiFi Routers. How about a basic wireless access point? Leo says that the router will be better for security, but a WAC is fine.
Should he get a Samsung Galaxy Note 10? Leo says that since Jack has a note 8, he can trade it in and get a great deal on a Note 10. Go for it.
What Should I Get for Data Storage?
Episode 1644
Gifford fromGifford is getting a new Mac but he also needs some storage for his 6TB of data. Is a Drobo a good option? Should he build a Hackintosh? Leo says that's a fun project, but it'll never be as reliable as a bonafide Mac.
