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fuzzevans
Jan 07, 2021Aspirant
Plex Remote Access
To start, my system is listed as an AC2200 (RBK23), but that wasn't an option, so I've selected something as close as I could. I am attempting to setup Plex Remote Access in my network, but runni...
- Jan 07, 2021
This would be a double NAT (two router) 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
FURRYe38
Jan 07, 2021Guru - Experienced User
What mode is your modem working in, router or is it bridged?
- fuzzevansJan 07, 2021Aspirant
I believe this indicates it's 'routed' - but if I'm misunderstanding this configuration, let me know.
- FURRYe38Jan 07, 2021Guru - Experienced User
This would be a double NAT (two router) 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- fuzzevansJan 07, 2021Aspirant
Thank you for clarifying that. I'll do some research and see about bridging the modem as I want the orbi setup to handle all modem functions. I should hopefully have some updates on that later today.