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Feb 01, 2022Aspirant
Waiting for server response when setting up VPN with Orbi on MacOS
I'm trying to connect to a VPN for work through my Orbi. I've followed the OpenVPN instructions using Tunnelbrick. When I do that I am never able to successfully connect to a server. It shows me th...
- Feb 01, 2022
Your ISP Modem already has a built in router and wifi. 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=desktopTry option #2 first...
FURRYe38
Feb 01, 2022Guru - Experienced User
What Firmware version is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?
Does Tunnelbrick support have any information regarding this?
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Feb 01, 2022Aspirant
What Firmware version is currently loaded?
V2.7.3.22
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?
Arris BGW320-505 AT&T
Does Tunnelbrick support have any information regarding this?
I hadn't checked. I assumed that it had something to do with the nonwindows VPN configuration with the Orbi router. When connected to the modem I'm able to use the other VPN configurations without a problem.