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Bill_Pgh
Feb 21, 2019Star
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...
- Feb 21, 2019
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