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Cutting the Cord using AT& T internet
I currently have ATT U-Verse using their equipment and attaching wirelessly to three addional televisions. I also have the other usual devices like cell phones, ipad and several computers all using the internet. My desire is to eliminate U-Verse and buy my own equipment and would like to install it wirelessly on a 2800 sq foot home all on one level. I've been watching some videos but can't really get to the level of understanding I need. So, I'd like to understand what I need to buy from Netgear to knowing I probably need a good Modem/Router (and maybe switch) all in one. I know I need to get stronger signals to proabably two other locations in the home as the current AT&T devices offer a weak signal at best. So, what to do? Hard Wire a WAP or two back to the router or maybe a wireless device(s) which I would prefer becasue that should be easier than crawling around in the attic. What would you all suggest I buy? I'm thinking the complete package thinking about a cable from AT&T is all I keep. The rest would be what I'd buy and yes, I would prefer one company with all equipment so we don't have issues. I look forward to hearing from you experts in the field. I've included a model that might be a good kit but do I need additional equipment like a modem and/or switch etc?
This would be a double NAT (two router) condition which isn't recommended. https://kb.netgear.com/30186/What-is-Double-NAT
https://kb.netgear.com/30187/How-to-fix-issues-with-Double-NATYou can connect any external router to your modem, however you'll need to configure the modem and router for one of the following options....
1. Configure the modem for transparent bridge or modem only mode. Then use the Orbi router in router mode. You'll need to contact the ISP for help and information in regards to the modem being bridged correctly.
2. If you can't bridge the modem, disable ALL wifi radios on the modem, configure the modems DMZ/ExposedHost or IP Pass-Through 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, configure AP mode on the Orbi router. https://kb.netgear.com/31218/How-do-I-configure-my-Orbi-router-to-act-as-an-access-point and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7LOcJ8GdDo&app=desktop
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This would be a double NAT (two router) condition which isn't recommended. https://kb.netgear.com/30186/What-is-Double-NAT
https://kb.netgear.com/30187/How-to-fix-issues-with-Double-NATYou can connect any external router to your modem, however you'll need to configure the modem and router for one of the following options....
1. Configure the modem for transparent bridge or modem only mode. Then use the Orbi router in router mode. You'll need to contact the ISP for help and information in regards to the modem being bridged correctly.
2. If you can't bridge the modem, disable ALL wifi radios on the modem, configure the modems DMZ/ExposedHost or IP Pass-Through 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, configure AP mode on the Orbi router. https://kb.netgear.com/31218/How-do-I-configure-my-Orbi-router-to-act-as-an-access-point and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7LOcJ8GdDo&app=desktop