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Internet Speed Test Guide — Why Is My NBN Slow? — Melbourne
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Slow NBN in Melbourne is usually caused by: ISP CVC congestion during peak hours (6–9pm), router age or poor placement, device Wi-Fi card issues, or a plan that's too slow for your household. Use the diagnostic above for targeted advice.
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NBN Speed Guide — What to Expect
| NBN Plan | Download | Upload | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic (NBN 12) | 12 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Light browsing, 1–2 people |
| Standard (NBN 25) | 25 Mbps | 5 Mbps | SD streaming, 2–3 people |
| Standard Plus (NBN 50) | 50 Mbps | 20 Mbps | HD streaming, 3–4 people |
| Fast (NBN 100) | 100 Mbps | 20 Mbps | 4K streaming, 4–6 people |
| Superfast (NBN 250) | 250 Mbps | 25 Mbps | Heavy users, 6+ devices |
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Internet Speed Test Guide — FAQs
The most common causes: ISP CVC congestion (evening peak), router age or placement, device Wi-Fi card issues, incorrect plan for your household size, or technical faults on the line.
Compare your test with your provider's current plan information and typical evening speed, and test by Ethernet where practical. Wi-Fi conditions, the connection type, network load, devices and faults can all affect the result.
A new router fixes issues caused by router age, Wi-Fi range, or device limit. It won't fix ISP congestion or plan speed limits.
Yes — we provide Wi-Fi setup and mesh network installation across Melbourne's North. We diagnose the cause first so you're not spending on hardware you don't need.
Home onsite support uses the current $150/hour including GST rate. Any router, mesh hardware or larger network project is scoped separately and confirmed before paid work.
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