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padonnelly
Jan 08, 2019Follower
Now can only access my Orbing network from the iOS and Android Apps using the remote connection
I've set up my Orbi network successfully, one Orbi RBR50 Router & one Orbi RBR50 Satellite using the iOS App on my iPhone. I've connected the Orbi router to my EE Brightbox 2 (superfast broadband mod...
FURRYe38
Jan 08, 2019Guru - Experienced User
What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too?
Disabling the wifi on the ISP modem/router may not be enough since it has a built in router already and having two routers on the same network can cause problems.
Modem Combo Units:
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.
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