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JGold
Feb 04, 2020Tutor
Named DNS with dynamic IP address - Orbi
I'm using the Orbi running firmware version 2.3.5.30. I'm trying to set up my router to use a specific DNS server (OpenDNS), not automatically provided by my ISP. In the admin interface, the "Use...
- Feb 04, 2020
Problem solved.
You need to disable Circle (Advanced->Security->Parental Controls). Then you can set your specific DNS with automatic IP address. Once that's set up, you can go back and re-enable Cicle. The DNS / IP settings will remain. I don't know why Cicle would force that interaction, but the resolution is easy.
JGold
Feb 04, 2020Tutor
Problem solved.
You need to disable Circle (Advanced->Security->Parental Controls). Then you can set your specific DNS with automatic IP address. Once that's set up, you can go back and re-enable Cicle. The DNS / IP settings will remain. I don't know why Cicle would force that interaction, but the resolution is easy.
- FURRYe38Feb 05, 2020Guru - Experienced User
Please post about this in the Circle app forum:
https://community.netgear.com/t5/Circle-Smart-Parental-Controls/bd-p/en-home-circle
Thank you.