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garrettg84
Jan 31, 2019Guide
Disable auto change IP address
I've seen similar posts about a way to disable the auto change IP address before. They've been brushed off. The 'answers' and 'solutions' are wrong. There is an issue with the product. Every month wh...
jbofjax
Feb 19, 2019Tutor
I have experienced the same problem (among many others) with the Obri. I have AT&T fiber with Arris modem. I'm about ready to ditch Orbi.
FURRYe38
Feb 19, 2019Guru
Modem Combo Units:
This would be a double NAT condition which isn't recommended. Couple of options,
1. Configure the modem for transparent bridge 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 for the IP address the Orbi router gets from the modem. Then you can use the Orbi router in Router mode. The Orbi will always get a private IP address on this configuration, since the ISP modem can't be bridge and the DHCP disabled, the Orbi will get a private IP address only.
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
I recommend trying option #3...
jbofjax wrote:
I have experienced the same problem (among many others) with the Obri. I have AT&T fiber with Arris modem. I'm about ready to ditch Orbi.