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Orbi w/ AT&T Fiber
I am looking to switch to AT&T fiber. I currently have xfinity internet for which I use my orbi system. AT&T representative said there would be no benefit to using the orbi with their fiber. Is that c...
Putting my Orbi in AP (Access Point) mode and turning off the WIFI on the Arris worked a charm. No more problems.
Modem Combo Units:
Couple of options,
1. Configure the modem for transparent bridge mode. Then use the Orbi router in router mode.
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. DMZ helps wtih double NAT conditions in this case.
3. Or disable all wifi radios on the modem and connect the Orbi router to the modem, LAN to LAN and configure AP mode on the Orbi router.
Orbi Wifi would be far superior to anything that ATT has on there modem/ONTs.
I have att fiber and orbi. It works great but nyou need to get the right gateway. You do not want to use DMZ with this. What you want is IP passthrough. Set it up with this and the orbi works great.
Make sure yo tell thgem this is what you want. Specify a gateway with IP Passthrough. You can request it and they will ship one.
They do have more bthan one model but this arris i have is the latest. At least when i got it the beginning of them year.
My att gateway is
| Manufacturer | ARRIS |
|---|---|
| Model Number |
BGW210-700
|
I have the same setup. Will you be so kind as to let me know what you did to accomplish this?
Thanks!
What FW is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too? Built in router here?If so, 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
bvg820 wrote:
I have the same setup. Will you be so kind as to let me know what you did to accomplish this?
Thanks!
I have an Orbi as well but trying to get it to work with BGW210-700. Can you walk me through by specifying a gateway with IP Passthrough?
Thanks
Try AP mode on the Orbi if IP Passthru doesn't work well for you.
viperxln1 wrote:
I have an Orbi as well but trying to get it to work with BGW210-700. Can you walk me through by specifying a gateway with IP Passthrough?
Thanks
Once you have BGW210 setup, the Orbi needs some attention as well. My recommendation is to fully factory reset the Orbi, then use a wired connected PC to access the console via browser and when going through the setup procedure, you’ll see a notification the LAN subnet was moved from 192.168.1.x to 10.0.0.x to avoid conflict with the BGW210. This is a crucial step.
I have the setup here if you need more help.
- What settings did you use with your gateway? I have the same model but can’t get it configured correctly.
- Hi, I’ve been out of town and don’t have access to a gateway but I will find a write up and pic to share.
I’m seeing many people taking this route and most have succeeded.
Also of note, the BGW210 received a new firmware update recently so it’s best to factory reset it before proceeding. Check to ensure 1.9.16 is applied.
