Discussion about LTT Network and Ubiquiti technology
Discussion about LTT Network and Ubiquiti technology
LMG's connection setup with their ISP seems a bit unusual. They technically have a direct 10 gig link, but they’re expected to handle how it’s used. The device they use might just be a fiber modem, acting as a way for the ISP to connect them or provide monitoring points. In these enterprise fiber deals, providers often install a simple 'pass-through' unit at the client side, so the user doesn’t need to manage their own cabling and has a reliable monitoring point. This setup means your home hub is essentially basic compared to the professional equipment. These internet plans usually fall into the range where you only need to ask questions if needed.
I’ve spoken with support, and they only mention Giga Hub for 1.5gb needs—business or home. Removing the Giga Hub isn’t too tough; I can purchase an SFP+ for fiber and set up a SFP+ version of Mac/sn/software to work around it. The PPPOE performance on the UDM still feels poor. Alternatively, I could ask the tech to switch the hub to bridge mode, which turns it into a junction box.
Based on my interpretation, the device continues to use PPPOE even for large connections, likely because its magic box runs an ASIC optimized for that. It then receives DHCP for its UDM, similar to how a cable modem operates by default. I plan to look for the video and timestamp information.
The premium business plans use a separate router. They also have dedicated circuits offering guaranteed speed, a SLA, and typically higher costs (around 3k per month for gig in my area). The smaller business lines are essentially rebranded home services that still share bandwidth. You might want to switch to a different router for PPOE if that’s the problem. I’d also prefer sticking with 1Gig since it’s uncommon to fully utilize it in residential setups, and you wouldn’t be able to push PPOE on it.
This setup isn't intended for home use; it's designed for business operations. We'll require a few team members to connect through a VPN to reach our SAP and file servers. Their familiarity should feel similar to working on a local network.
They likely face bandwidth restrictions from their home network before the 1G connection is established. For quick file access, remote access to an onsite system would be more efficient. This approach also ensures company data stays within the organization, reducing the risk of unauthorized document handling by employees. Consider pricing for premium services that provide varied routers, as these often cover different lines and company areas.
It’s a modest firm, and if anyone wanted to act independently it would be simple. We maintain four backups—two offsite clouds, one local, and one we handle manually at month’s end on external hard drives. There’s no fear of ransomware, file loss, or unauthorized sharing; everything is fairly transparent. All devices currently hold 1.5GB each, and Bell has recently offered some unusual deals for $50–60 depending on location. Possibly it’s just my OCD, but we’re using a 120MB/20MB cable with 20ms latency—still faster than the Advanced DMZ, even when it fails. I was hoping someone with experience in Bell’s business could help, since most Reddit discussions seem based on residential setups. If we didn’t need VPNs, double NAT wouldn’t matter much. After some digging, the Nokia box doesn’t stand out as special; it’s about the same as a Giga Hub. It looks like their UDM Pro Max was likely running PPPOE, which explains the slow speed. The most dependable option seems to be using ADMZ and running a script on the UDM before work begins, restarting the Giga Hub around 6 AM.
Your organization utilizes Bell Business Internet Dedicated (BID) with FTT-demarc. They supply a Juniper device (typically 24+4 or 48+4-port) that transforms their single-mode fiber module into either SFP+ (requiring you to add the DAC or modules and cabling to your setup) or 1G Ethernet. The switch offers some connectivity monitoring and will notify their NOC if there’s an issue. Generally, it leads to them contacting you first to verify power availability before taking further action. Despite this, only one port is active at your location, which can increase costs if you need additional ports. It includes a 4-hour SLA and provides up to 13 usable IPv4 addresses (possibly more). You can link your VPN concentrator or firewall to one of the public IPs, but no NAT is supported behind your firewall. Overall, this setup is significantly more expensive than standard connections—expect around $1900 per month for a 3-year term on a 1G/1G plan, or $750 per month for a 150M/150M plan. Additional expenses might arise from installation costs to lay fiber to your premises.