What is fibre broadband
Fibre Broadband has many names, those that you might be familiar with are ‘high-speed broadband’, ‘Gigabit broadband’ or 'full fibre broadband’.
Future-Proofed Broadband
Explore the High-Speed Era of Fibre Broadband.
Fibre broadband offers faster connection speeds, and is more reliable than cable, DSL or mobile. Perfect for homes and businesses, it’s a digital experience like no other, and it’s future-proofed for tomorrow, with speeds up to 2Gbps today, increasing to 10Gbs ( which is more than you will ever need) using the same physical connection.
Join the 1.2 million homes, boosting Ireland’s digital future. Explore how you can get connected today!
Benefits of Fibre
Say goodbye to sluggish speeds and say hello to lightning-fast broadband that will cater to the needs of you, your family, and your business.
Super Fast
Full fibre networks provide faster internet speeds compared to traditional copper-based or cable networks, enabling seamless streaming, gaming, and downloading all at the same time.
Reliability
We can't ignore that we now have a 'storm' season, but the good news is, Fibre-optic cables are more resistant to interference and inclement weather, ensuring a stable and consistent connection.
Low Latency
Fibre technology reduces latency, resulting in smoother online
experiences, especially for real-time applications like video calls and online gaming.
Future-Proofed
High-speed full fibre broadband is a future-proofed technology allowing speeds up to 2Gbps today, but with that same connection it can go higher and higher up to 10Gbps.
Environmental Impact
Fibre-optic networks are more energy-efficient than traditional networks, contributing to a reduction in carbon emissions.
Work life balance
Faster and more reliable internet access improves access to online services, education, healthcare, and entertainment, supporting a hybrid or fully remote working model.
Competitive Advantage
Communities and businesses with access to full fibre networks enjoy a competitive advantage, attracting investment and driving economic development.
Supports Digital Phone Lines
A fibre line will support a home landline, medical and security alarms. However before upgrading, make sure you check with your providers to ensure you have the correct hardware.
How to get connected
Upgrading to Fibre could not be easier
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Step 1
Firstly check that fibre is avaible to your home or business by using our eircode checker
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Step 2
We build, our partners sell. Choose what package best suits you from anyone of our 29 retail service providers
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Step 3
Once your order is confirmed, we install the fibre connection on behalf of your chosen retail service provider.
The choice is yours
As a customer, you choose which reseller suits you best, with over 29 Retail Service Providers you are spoilt for choice.
Any questions?Check our FAQ
Can I buy fibre from open eir?
We build the fibre network, we complete the physical installation and we maintain the network, but you need to buy the connection or subscription from a retail service provider who bundles our network with their TV, Internet and Voice services. We partner with over 29 providers – so you have a lot to choose from.
How do you connect the fibre into my property?
We connect the fibre to your property either overhead or underground. If overhead, we'll run the cable from the nearest pole to where the old copper network entered your home. If underground, we'll access the existing ducting on your premises. If you don't have ducting, we can assist in setting it up. If the existing ducting is blocked, we can help clear it. Additional crews may be needed for this, and we'll discuss this with you beforehand. We have a short installation video which outlines what to expect on installation day (click here)
How long will it take to get connected?
Most installs are completed on the 1 st day, but occasionally challenges liked blocked ducts may arise, however we do hundreds of installations every day, we have trained crews and processes in place should an issue arise and we will ensure we keep you updated on next steps and progress.
How do I know if fibre is available in my area?
We are rolling out fibre to 1.9 million homes and businesses, today over 1.2 million homes and businesses can access our fibre network, to find out if your home is enabled yet, we have a simple eircode checker (here).
Can I still have a landline at home with Fibre
Absolutely. With fibre, your landline voice calls are transmitted digitally, in the same way as your broadband operates. To ensure a smooth transition from copper to fibre:
(a) Please inform your service provider if you wish to retain your current number.
(b) If you rely on a medical or security alarm, ensure compatibility with digital connections as older alarms using a copper landline may need to be upgraded. While most providers have already upgraded their services to accommodate digital setups, it's wise to double-check.
Who is open eir
We are Ireland’s largest wholesale broadband provider. We are over 1000 people living and working across Ireland to build and maintain the telecommunications infrastructures and our 29 Retail Service providers offer the services that run over these networks bundled with their TV, Internet and Voice services. Our Full Fibre network can now deliver a gigabit connection to over 1.2 million homes and businesses. Our purpose is to connect for a better Ireland; we show up every day and work to keep homes, schools, hospitals, businesses connected.
We operate as a subsidiary of the eir group, which has committed over 1 billion euros to build Ireland's largest full-fibre network. Our dedicated team of employees visit hundreds of homes and businesses throughout Ireland every day. Through these efforts, we link individuals, communities, counties, and the nation to each other and to the wider world.
We are proud to be Ireland's largest full fibre network.
How will I know when fibre is in my area?
We would be more than happy to let you know when fibre is available in your area, all you need to do is sign up to our newsletter (here).