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jkimbro
Jan 19, 2020Tutor
Orbi hook ups
Hey all,,, I'm real close to pulling the trigger to switch over to an Orbi system,,not sure which yet but probably a RBK44. One question I have is about hooking up the satellites. I believe a sat...
FURRYe38
Jan 19, 2020Guru - Experienced User
Yes you can connect RBS via ethernet cable.
Modem Combo Units:
This would be a double NAT 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-NAT
Couple of 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
Try configuring the modem for modem only mode. Option #1...