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Rafap
Dec 15, 2022Aspirant
Netgear mk62 not visible
My system went off during the night. It’s no longer visible on my phone on available Wi-Fi networks. I tried everything from full restart, full reboot, setting as new system, complete power down of...
FURRYe38
Dec 15, 2022Guru - Experienced User
Has a power off for 1 minute then back ON with the ISP modem and router been performed since last update?
Be sure to restart your network in this sequence:
Turn off and unplug modem.
Turn off router and computers.
Plug in and turn on modem. Wait 2 minutes for it to connect.
Turn on the router and wait 2 minutes for it to connect.
Turn on computers and rest of network.
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?
Be sure your using a good quality LAN cable between the modem and router. CAT6 is recommended.
Rafap
Dec 15, 2022Aspirant
Modem and internet works ok
Mesh router is flashing silver light.
Mesh router is flashing silver light.
- FURRYe38Dec 15, 2022Guru - Experienced User
Is there a #### after the zxhn?
- RafapDec 19, 2022AspirantYes full model number is zxhn h298a
I also brought brand new high end cables and still no luck- FURRYe38Dec 19, 2022Guru - Experienced User
Your ISP Modem already has a built in router and wifi. This would be a double NAT (two router) condition which isn't recommended. 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
Couple of options,
1. Configure the modem for transparent bridge or modem only mode. Then use the NG 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 NG router gets from the modem. https://kb.netgear.com/25891/DMZ-on-NETGEAR-routers
https://kb.netgear.com/24086/How-do-I-set-up-a-default-DMZ-server-on-my-Nighthawk-router
3. Or disable all wifi radios on the modem and connect the NG router to the modem, LAN to LAN configure AP mode on the NG router.Try option #2 first...