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Surg
Jul 14, 2018Aspirant
CBR40 as access point with Xfinity modem router set up
Hello, I could really use some help. In an attempt to improve my internet service for work and provide WiFi throughout my row house, I switched to Xfinity (only service available) and purchased a RB...
FURRYe38
Jul 14, 2018Guru - Experienced User
You should post this here since you don't have the cable modem Orbi system:
https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi/bd-p/Orbi
Modem Combo Units:
Couple of options,
1. Configure the modem for transparent bridge mode. Then use the Orbi router in router mode.
2. If you can't bridge the modem, disable ALL wifi radios on the modem, configure the modems DMZ for the IP address the Orbi router gets from the modem. Then you can use the Orbi router in Router mode.
3. Or disable all wifi radios on the modem and connect the Orbi router to the modem, LAN to LAN and configure AP mode on the Orbi router.