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Why would someone want to use AP mode vs Router Mode?
i am trying to learn more about my router and satellite. I have RBR20 router and one RBS20 satelline. I am reading about router and AP modes but do not understand why we would need to change from r...
AP mode is meant for a configuration with a router or modem that has a router built in already.
https://community.netgear.com/t5/Cable-Modems-Routers/What-s-the-Difference-Between-a-Cable-Modem-and-Cable-Modem/m-p/1864698#M21950
This would be a double NAT 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
What is the Mfr and model# of the ISP modem the NG router is connected too?
30 feet is recommended in between RBR and RBS to begin with depending upon building materials when wirelessly connected. https://kb.netgear.com/000036466/How-far-should-I-place-my-Orbi-satellite-from-my-Orbi-router