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MTPATL
Oct 28, 2019Aspirant
How do i set up a static IP for my Orbi Router
I am trying to set up a static IP for my RBR50 in hope that is will prevent the wifi for constantly dropping. I recently switched the router to AP mode, but after reading various messages, if was sug...
ekhalil
Oct 28, 2019Master
MTPATL wrote:.......I have followed the instructions from this link, https://kb.netgear.com/31140/How-do-I-manually-enter-a-static-IP-address-for-my-Orbi-router, but when i get to the basic tab, i am not able to click on internet. Its the only link that isn't active.
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This link is to set a fixed WAN IP address (obtained from ISP) for Orbi in Ruuter mode.
In your case, when Orbi in AP mode, you nead to reserve a fixed IP address for Orbi in the main ISP router. Please use the ISP router's manual on how to reserve a fixed IP address for Orbi. Use the MAC address of the Orbi's WAN port for that (you can see the MAC address in the web GUI by going to >> ADVANCED >> ADVANCED Home >> INTERNET PORT.
Markim10
Jan 09, 2020Aspirant
Do I need to call my ISP ?