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Set up 2 routers 1 modem
How to set up 2 routers with one modem Ok so I know nothing. I've got a modem/router supplied by my ISP. This is in an outhouse building (why the designed it like that i don't know From this...
Firstly, you should disable the router portion of your cable modem. Otherwise you'll have two "NAT"'s, which can cause complications.
How-to-fix-issues-with-Double-NAT
One can use 2 routers but it is unneccessarily complicated. There is a brief description at
Option 2 is the way to go, with using the 2nd Orbi as an access point (in other words, disabling its router functions). A better way (that will allow roaming between the different parts of your house) is to use a single Orbi router and as many Orbi satellite as needed to provide a single WiFi name (SSID) throughout your house.
Firstly, you should disable the router portion of your cable modem. Otherwise you'll have two "NAT"'s, which can cause complications.
How-to-fix-issues-with-Double-NAT
One can use 2 routers but it is unneccessarily complicated. There is a brief description at
Option 2 is the way to go, with using the 2nd Orbi as an access point (in other words, disabling its router functions). A better way (that will allow roaming between the different parts of your house) is to use a single Orbi router and as many Orbi satellite as needed to provide a single WiFi name (SSID) throughout your house.
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