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bloodbucket
Aspirant
Sep 20, 2019

questions about XR500

so i want to buy the XR500 pro gaming and i have a few questions like will this router work in my country (iran) and also do i have to pay a monthly bill or something? i dont have a master card or pa...
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bloodbucket
Aspirant
Sep 20, 2019

so i just have to buy it and plug it in and it will work.

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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Sep 20, 2019

Be aware of Modem Combo Units:
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.

 

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    Netduma-Fraser
    NetDuma Partner
    Sep 21, 2019
    It should work with all internet providers so yes should be no reason you can't plug and play. Keep in mind you'll need to continue to pay your Internet Provider for Internet monthly but the router is a one time cost.