What is fiber to the node?

An nbn™ Fibre to the node (FTTN) connection is utilised in circumstances where the existing copper network will be used to make the final part of the nbn™ network connection, from a nearby FTTN cabinet or micro-node to your premises. The fibre node is likely to take the form of a street cabinet. read more

One of the main benefits of fiber to the node and similar systems is the ability to deliver data over more efficient fiber optic lines, rather than other lines with greater speed restrictions. The remaining area from the node to an individual destination, often called "last mile" service, can be achieved with copper or other types of wire. read more

The fibre node is likely to take the form of a street cabinet. Each street cabinet will allow the nbn™ access network signal to travel over a fibre optic line from the exchange, to the cabinet, and connect with the existing copper network to reach your premises. read more

Welcome to the neighbourhood. FTTN uses a combination of new and existing technology that delivers next-gen broadband. Here's how it works: fibre optic lines are connected to the existing copper network. The nbn will run fibre to your friendly neighbourhood node, and use its copper wiring to connect to your premises. read more