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  • Show the love...for your modem

    April 24, 2012

    All too often the most neglected piece of technology in the home is the humble DSL modem. Just think about it. When its working fine we don't give it a second though. But it's certainly top of mind when it stops doing what it should.

    To minimise the chances of a modem not performing at it's best, Alex from Amnet Support has provided some tips to help carry out some modem TLC.

    • Keep your modem dirt and dust-free so it doesn't get clogged up and overheat
    • Periodically switch off and restart your modem to re-establish a ‘clean' line synchronisation
    • Keep external Wi-Fi antennas pointed upwards at the highest point possible
    • Switch off and unplug your modem if you're going away for long periods, or if you've got storms predicted. Power surges are one of the more popular causes for replacing modems.
    • Pets and modems don't mix well. Keep the two apart
    • Keep modem cables well organised and free of cuts or crimps
    • And try and keep modem cables less than a few metres long to minimise line noise
    • Keep a copy of any custom settings in case of a reset or if a fault develops.

    In general, share a bit of TLC with your modem and it will look after you for the long-term.

    If your modem isn't doing it's bit in your relationship, give us a call on 1300 88 22 32 and we can take a look. Or give us a call to make a time and we'll take a look at your modem in our office in the city.

  • Happy Birthday to me....

    April 13, 2012

    Break out the party hats, its party time at Amnet!

    Yes, we’re celebrating our 12th Birthday today. Way back in 2000, Amnet started offering residential Internet after the buzz of the millennium bug fizzled and people were RACING along with 56.6kbps dial-up modems. 

    Over the last 12 years we’ve grown to be a trusted provider of Broadband Internet with numerous awards and a very loyal customer base. 

    We’re Celebrating
    All new customers signing up TODAY will receive a FREE month and FREE connection on our 12 and 24 month plans. If you’ve got friends who want to take advantage of this special promotion, just quote happybirthday when signing up online or over the phone.

    And we haven’t forgotten our loyal customers. We’ve searched through our records and we’re giving our 12 oldest residential customers a free month each to share in the celebrations. 

    Step Back in History
    Check out our website over the years. 

    Circa 2000 - check out the logo

    Circa 2002 - love the green

    Circa 2005 - Go Cable Guy!


    So for now, thank you for your support and please join in with our celebrations. If you’re around the city, please pop by and say hello and we may even have a special visitor pop along around lunchtime.

    The Amnet Team

  • Win with Amnet - Signed Hopman Cup Poster

    April 11, 2012

    It was only a few months ago, but the memories are still vivid of a fantastic event and we have a memento from the recent XXIV Hopman Cup tournament to giveaway.

    On offer is a framed commemorative poster signed by the winners, Marion Bartoli and Richard Gasquet. 

    To enter the competition, just click below.

    This competition is now closed....

    The prize will be drawn at 4pm on the 30th of April 2012 and the winner will be notified by email.

  • You + 3 Friends = iPad

    March 20, 2012

    We’ve upgraded our Refer-A-Friend program to make it even more rewarding to refer Amnet Broadband to your friends and family. Refer-a-Friend

    All you have to do is complete 3 qualifying referrals and we’ll send you a new Apple iPad. No prize draws. No raffle tickets. No chocolate wheel.

    And we don’t forget your friend or family member. They’ll receive $20 just for signing up. 

    Visit amnet.com.au/refer to learn more. 

  • Keep in Contact on the Go

    March 16, 2012

    With the explosion of smartphones in the past few years, staying in contact whilst on the go has never been easier. 

    Whether you’ve got an Android or an iPhone smartphone, you can access your Amnet email easily with our simple setup guides. 

    The process is similar if you have an Apple iPad or Android tablet.

    Click here for the iPhone Guide

    Click here for the Android Guide

  • Are you catching up?

    March 16, 2012

    With so much going on in our lives, sometimes we need to take some time out and catch up. 

    And when it comes to some of your favourite TV program, you can’t go past the online offerings from the major free-to-air TV stations. 

    If you’ve missed one of your favourite programs, then head to the following places to catch-up:

    ABC iView  - www.abc.net.au/iview

    iView on iPad


    SBS On-Demand - www.sbs.com.au/ondemand



    Channel 10 – ten.com.au

    OneHD - one.com.au

    With some great content on offer, you’re no longer bound by the TV Schedule and can watch your favourite programs when you like and on a range of devices, including PC, Smart TV and in some cases Smartphone and Tablet PC. 

  • Need a new modem?

    March 16, 2012

    If you like to keep on top of the latest technology, then check out the new Netcomm NB16WV Modem Router. 
    Netcomm NB16WV
    This is the new top-of-the-line offering from Netcomm that comes with a swag of awesome features to make sure your home Internet and network are running at lightning speed. 

    Where do we start? Here are a couple of great features. 

    Firstly, Wi-Fi is beefed up with Wireless ‘N’ delivered by dual internal antennas which delivers data transfer speeds of up to 300 MB/s* through your home. 

    For those who want to share your music with other devices throughout your home, the NB16WV comes with a built-in Media Server. 

    Just connect an external Hard Drive via the built-in USB port, enter some configuration settings and voila, iTunes Network Server. 

    Here are some other great features:
    - Four 10/100 MB/s Ethernet ports
    - Built in VoIP so you can use your normal phone to make cheap calls1
    - IPv6 ready
    - Quality of Service (QoS) enabled to prioritise data (such a VoIP calls) through the router
    - 3 Year Warranty (via free online registration)

    If you want to upgrade to the experience all these features and more, the NB16WV is available now by visiting http://amnet.com.au/broadband-internet/hardware. 

    *Wi-Fi performance is affected by a number of factors and speed can vary accordingly.

    1Requires a suitable VoIP service like Amnet VoIP.

  • Welcome to the new Amnet website!

    January 04, 2012

    We’ve given our site a new look and made it easier to get around to find the information you need when making serious decisions about your home Internet.

    We hope you enjoy the site and look forward to your feedback.

  • You + 3 Friends = iPad!

    January 03, 2012

    Yes, you can receive a bright shiny iPad by simply participating in the Amnet refer-a-friend promotion.

    It's simple. Just log into your My Account page, click the Referral link and send an email to 3 or more of your friends via the referral tool. And once we validate that three friends have signed up on an eligible plan, you'll receive a fantastic new Apple iPad 2!. 

    It's that easy. Just visit our referral page for more information. 

  • Hopman Cup XXIV

    January 02, 2012

    Amnet's sponsorship of the XXIV Hopman Cup has been very well received by the many patrons of the Hopman Cup. Amnet has a major presence at the Hopman Village with free Internet access, free Wi-Fi in the Burswood Dome, a free photo booth and lots of free giveaways.

    Just check out the telecast on OneHD and take in the vast sea of Blue Amnet Visors in the crowd. Awesome!

    Have you seen the Amnet Number 1 Fan Club in action? They look great in their supporter gear. Well done to them all. The winner of the Number 1 Fan competition will be announced soon. They're in the running to win a fabulous Apple iPad and movie tickets. 

    Wei Chee - Amnet Number 1 Fan Squad

    To keep up with the fun of Hopman Cup, just visit our Facebook page.