Can I use my own router with Sky Fibre broadband?

You can use any router you like to connect to Sky broadband systems. Clearly, an ADSL2+ router will not work with anything other than Sky broadband essentials. So, that router you have will not work with Sky superfast service, eg: fibre to the cabinet (VDSL2).

What router do you get with Sky Fibre?

Like on Sky’s other home broadband plans, you’ll receive the Sky Hub 4 router (SR203) on Superfast Broadband.

Does Sky Fibre need a new router?

You’ll need a new hub, if yours isn’t already fibre-ready and you’re upgrading to Sky Broadband Superfast. Or if you have Internet Calls and your hub’s not compatible. Don’t worry, we’ll automatically send you one if you need it.

Is Sky Fiber Under Sky Broadband?

Sky Fiber (Formerly as SKY Broadband) is the broadband internet service brand of Sky launched in early 2011.

Does any router work with any Internet provider?

You can use any wireless router you want, but the modem you purchase has to be approved by your ISP to function with their network. In a sense, you can think of your router as a device that’s part of your home network and the modem as a device that’s part of your ISP’s network.

Do I have to use my broadband providers router?

Most providers, including BT, TalkTalk, and Plusnet, allow you to use your own router, though they don’t always recommend it. You may not want the router that your provider gives you, but don’t throw it away! You might end up needing it later if you need technical support. Besides, it’s always good to have a spare.

Are Sky routers any good?

It offers a good range of broadband speeds for all types of households. However, its set-up costs are on the high side compared to most other providers, and if you aren’t planning to bundle Sky TV there are cheaper (and faster) providers.

Can I replace Sky router with my own?

You can replace Sky Q Hub with own router provided it is using WiFi 6 standards, the third-party router that you are will be using to replace sky hub will link the sky fiber to home internet telephone lines which are then used in authenticating the system.

Will any router work with fibre?

If the router has a WAN port then it potentially may be used as a fibre router. But you may, in some cases, be able to use your existing DSL Wi‑Fi enabled router to extend your Fibre connection via Wi‑Fi. This will depend on which router you have and how the provider installs your Fibre.

Is Sky fibre better than Sky Broadband?

Sky gives you a choice between three fibre optic broadband packages: Sky Fibre – gives you average speeds of 36Mb with a 25GB monthly usage limit. Sky Broadband Superfast- gives you average speeds of 59Mb and truly unlimited downloads.

Is Sky Fiber still available?

SKY Cable Corporation today said that its SKYcable and SKY Fiber services continue to operate and serve its subscribers nationwide, as they are not covered by the cease and desist order issued by the National Telecommunications Commission.

Is Sky Fibre unlimited really unlimited?

All of our broadband packages currently have unlimited broadband data usage. Most of our packages were already unlimited, but if you had a package with a usage allowance (Sky Everyday Lite, Broadband Lite, Broadband 12GB or Sky Fibre), you’re now unlimited too for the foreseeable future.

What kind of router does Sky Fibre use?

The “free” Netgear modem router that comes with Sky Fibre Broadband (FTTC) is fine for most users, and has never given me any problems over the past couple of years. However, it’s lacking in functionality and settings that appeal to techies.

What’s the speed of the Sky Hub router?

The Sky Hub, which still comes as standard with Sky broadband deals unless you upgrade to Sky Broadband Boost, is a serviceable router. But with a maximum speed of 100Mbps, it’s not anything like as fast as Sky’s more recent routers.

What is the password for Sky Fibre pro?

However, there are various discussions and information online, with some people saying you can just use generic credentials ( Username: abcdefgh@skydsl Password: 1234567890abcdef). I wasn’t sure this was going to work for me as I’m on the Sky Fibre Pro broadband package because it offers a static IP address.

How do I restart my Sky Fibre router?

Press the “Start Capture” button in the toolbar to start collecting data. You should begin to see data appearing on screen. You’ll now need to restart your Sky router. You can do this by going to the control panel in your web browser, selecting the Diagnostics page, scroll to the bottom and select the Restart button.