Orbi or mesh question(s)

You might try to bridge the modem as well if it supports this feature. Then you can run Orbi in router mode. 

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

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jkimbro wrote:

Hey all,,, I've got an older DGND4000 and a couple other routers I use just use as "extenders",, but I think it's time to upgrade and I'm thinking maybe to a mesh system.  Currently I have DSL,,, ya,, I know but it's all we can get out here besides satellite.

Anyway, I'm looking at the Orbi,, probably the one before the 6. 

Opinions?  And I would need to get a DSL modem,,, correct?  Anything else?

Thanks      

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