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Orbi RBR50 wired connection problems
Since some time last night, my wired network devices are not communicating with my Orbi router, while all WiFi devices work just fine. They do show up in the device list with proper DHCP addresses (a...
Modem: Surfboard SBG6580
Switches: Trendnet TEG-S8g and Netgear GS108.
Performed the factory reset - did not work.
There is a static IP on the NAS.
Modem Combo Units:
This would be a double NAT condition which isn't recommended. https://kb.netgear.com/30186/What-is-Double-NAT
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/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
I would remove this swtich from the mix:
https://www.trendnet.com/products/product-detail?prod=525_TEG-S8g
There are known issues with Orbi and LAN switches with Green tech ethernet features.
What is the RBRs default IP address pool size?
milklksubstance wrote:Modem: Surfboard SBG6580
Switches: Trendnet TEG-S8g and Netgear GS108.
Performed the factory reset - did not work.
There is a static IP on the NAS.