Hi, my original TPG-supplied Archer VR1600v modem is end of life and out of support. The latest firmware is vulnerable to critical CVEs and it also has started to go yellow and runs very hot. It's quite literally a time bomb in both a fire and cyber risk way. Does TPG upgrade this hardware? How do I organise that? ... View more

Hi there, I have an NBN Cable Broadband SL plan with the "iconic" Archer VR1600v modem/router.   I have a Google Mesh connected to it, but I have what I believe is a double NAT issue.   Getting the Archer VR1600v into bridge mode seems more trouble than it's worth, so I'm interested in hearing any recommendations people have on a decent BYO modem I could buy that is compatible with my plan.   Bonus points if it supports some form of VLAN-ing (I currently have my primary PC wired to the Archer to segment it from the Google Mesh that acts as the common house network) ... View more