In this video, we show you just how easy it is to upgrade the firmware on your DrayTek router — step-by-step, in just a few minutes!
Continue reading “How to upgrade your firmware on a Draytek Router”Draytek Firmware update breaks the internet
if you have a Draytek router dating back to the Vigor 2862 (which has been replaced by the DrayTek Vigor 2865), you may experience intermittent internet dropouts. This issue appears to be linked to a firmware update released in early March 2025.
If your router was running an older firmware version, you may need to either update to the latest stable version or downgrade to a previous, more reliable version. Check the Draytek support site for firmware options and test different versions to see which one provides the best stability. Click here for the latest version of firmware from the Draytek site.
Here is a link to help with hardware replacements for End of Line Draytek replacements.
VPN Issues with Watchguards connection on L2TP
If your on a Mac and VPN to a watchguard due to the ongoing issue with IKEv2 connections for Macs running Sonoma and above kicking the user off at 24 or 48 minutes depending on the configuration within the Watchguard the workarounds are limited. For some the easy option is if the hardware is staying put you can move from IKEv2 to L2TP.
There has been a few issues with the Watchguard allowing connections through the firewall. Fortunately there is an easy fix on the mac’s with the issue.
Share iCloud account in Outlook
So sharing your exchange calendar to iCal is very easy and works very nicely on your mobile device. To share the Calendar the other way so bring it into Outlook (Why) is another story.
Outlook for Mac doesn’t support the CalDAV or CardDAV Internet standards. n short Outlook will not sync with iCal and there is no plan for Microsoft to change its approach. Looking into this and it’s possible to share the iCloud calendar to most web mail applications included Outlook for Web (notice the Web version).
So the process is login to iCloud.com with your Apple ID and go to calendars.
Continue reading “Share iCloud account in Outlook”Bitdefender system extension blocked in macOS
Installing Bitdefender on a Mac running Big Sur or above you are going to get the alert from gatekeeper Warning you of the System Extension Blocked. The Application is SecurityNetworkInstallerApp which is trying to load the system extensions. This will need to be enabled by open Privacy & Security in System Settings and click ok or allow depending on the screen. This is relatively simple on Macs ruing Ventura or below. However with some recent builds of Sonoma and Sequoia the App does not appear in security to allow you to authorise the app.
Other ways to setup your new Apple ID
Usually for a new Apple user the way to setup your Apple ID (new) is to go system settings and then Apple ID is at the top.
How to fix a corrupted profile user account issue on your Mac.
Hey there, Mac users! Today, we’re diving into a quick and easy tutorial on how to fix your user account profile. Whether you’re updating for a fresh start or just personalizing your device, we’ve got you covered!”
Changing your corrupted profile account is simple, but it’s important to follow the steps carefully to avoid any hiccups. So, let’s get started and make your Mac truly yours!
Grab your mouse, and let’s jump into the system preferences!
How to install and remove a Profile to a Mac for a Watchguard VPN
When you setup a Watchguard VPN using IKEv2 you will need to download the installer for file to setup the profile for your computer or smart phone. The Watchguard includes it all within a package build. It’s a zip file you just need to unzip it and then located the folder to the Operating System you are using. So in our case you open the MacOS_IOS folder and either double click or right click and install the WG IKEv2.mobileconfig profile.
OSX Sonoma and above OS silicon bases Macs VPN IKEv2 randomly disconnects
Are you encountering the random logout of VPN using IKEv2 on a WatchGuard running a Silicon Mac on OS Sonoma and above?
This one seems to keep popping up with an issue the Symptoms are VPN IKEv2 cuts you out at 24 min or 48m min. After testing this one on several machines I have found it cuts out on any silicon machine running Sonoma or above from a WatchGuard VPN. As for a fix well it’s a change to the VPN settings in the Watchguard and re deploy the profile to the Mac with the issue.
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