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whammy
Aspirant
Oct 26, 2018

Remote Management On Internal Network Only

All,   I want to enable the remote management service on the Orbi router in order to use the android app.  I am not using the default router wireless network name and password and the Orbi app do...
Troubleshooting
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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Oct 26, 2018

What FW is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too?

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    whammy
    Aspirant
    Oct 26, 2018

    RBK50 & FW ver 2.2.1.210

     

    As for the modem, it is a Motorola cable modem.  Why does that matter?

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      FURRYe38
      Guru - Experienced User
      Oct 26, 2018

      Checking for NAT on the WAN side of the Orbi. 

       

      Management is kind of already open on the LAN side, as the Orbi and satellite can be access all the time on the LAN side. Opening up Remote Management is for WAN side access while your away from home. LAN side management can be accessed by the Orbi app from home or from remote locations.