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Orbi RBK22 - Verizon Fios Gigabit - NordVPN Issue
I need some help with a situation I've recently experienced. Sorry in advance for the long post. First some backstory.
I recently upgraded to Verizon Fios Gigabit service. This required that I...
I would connect up all your devices to the Orbi system and not connect them to the FIOS system and see how it goes in AP mode.
Modem Combo Units:
This would be a double NAT condition which isn't recommended. 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
what is the distance from the garage to the basement? As the crow flys?
Does the router in the garage have a LAN out by chance? If so, I would run CAT 6 or CAT6A from the garage to the basement and this would bypass the need of the wifi exender in the basement.
There a model# of this T-Link switch?
Seems like the ISP could have set this up better. The main model or ONTs should be with in the main house building, not in the garage. :smileyfrustrated:
Distance is perhaps 100 feet but numerous walls. The Verizon tech who installed the Quantum router said there was no way to get to the basement with Ethernet as the original wiring was done before the walls were in place. No gaps in the walls due to foam insulation after the walls went up. The Verizon tech stated that the Wi-Fi Extender simply imports all of the Garage Quantum router's settings, so in effect, connecting to the Extender is the same as connecting directly to the router. If true, I assume connecting the Orbi to the LAN port on the Extender should work just fine. I will try it when I get home.
Here's the extender in case you are interested: https://www.verizon.com/home/accessories/fios-network-extender/
All of the ONTs in my plan are in the garage...
Not 100% sure on the exact model of the T-Link switch. I believe it's an inexpensive TL-SG1008D.
Really appreciate your help. Thanks.
Let us know how it goes.
Definitely will. So just switching the Ethernet from the Fios to the Orbi should be all that's necessary? No setting changes required on the Orbi? I'm assuming not, but wanted to make sure.
I'll post later with my findings after making the change.
Thanks again!
Yes. If you've already set up the Orbi for Ap mode, then connect the LAN cable to the WAN port of the Orib base.