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Aspirant

Jul 20, 2018

Orbi router to CenturyLink

Double NAT issue. I want to fix by using centurylink as modem in transparent bridge mode. However when I change that in the settings I lose the internet.

Troubleshooting

st_shaw

Master

Jul 20, 2018

I have a C2100T in transparent bridge mode. In my area we have IPOE not PPPOE. I have to set VLAN tag 201 for the modem to connect. Perhaps that is your issue as well. Review your settings when the modem is working in router mode and see if VLAN tagging is set.

https://www.centurylink.com/home/help/internet/modems-and-routers/technicolor-c2100t/access-advanced-setup/wan-settings.html

You can also just leave the C2100T in router mode, turn off the WiFi radios, and set Orbi in AP mode. The 2100T probably has more router features than the Orbi anyway.

I have the C2100T in bridge mode, a Mikrotik router, and Orbi in AP mode. Works great.

Jagdawg
Tutor
Jul 21, 2018
I have a c2100t as well. I just configured the Orbi in AP mode and was up and running. So far this system is amazing!
- aorlikoff
  Aspirant
  Jul 22, 2018
  That is the easiest way, but in AP mode I would lose to many features such as guest network
  - FURRYe38
    Guru - Experienced User
    Jul 22, 2018
    You can use the modems DMZ if you can't get the modem bridged. DMZ works for a 2ndary router...then you can use the Orbi routers features...