NETGEAR is aware of a growing number of phone and online scams. To learn how to stay safe click here.
Forum Discussion
SpocksBeard49
Jan 22, 2026Follower
Weird IPv6 DHCP using SXR80 with SXS80
Hi, I found a weird behavior. After successfully connecting to WIFI, I get immediately a proper IPv4 address and all is fine. Looking forward to IPv6 (since more ISPs change to 6 only) I discover...
FURRYe38
Feb 18, 2026Guru - Experienced User
If you set up the SXR in AP mode, then IPv6 would be disabled on the SXR and just work as a pass thru for IPv6 being handled by the Fritzbox since there is a router there already and would be in a double NAT condition if you had the SXR in router mode. Would need to use the Fritzbox DMZ to avoid double NAT issues if you have the SXR in router mode.
Related Content
NETGEAR Academy
Boost your skills with the Netgear Academy - Get trained, certified and stay ahead with the latest Netgear technology!
Join Us!