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Xr500
Hey guys, I recently purchased the xr500 and I was wondering if this router has to run with my isp’s modem router combo? I wasn’t aware before I bought the xr500 that you couldn’t run it by itself. Pl...
You're correct in that the XR500 doesn't have an integraded modem.
What modem/router are you currently using? Some can be placed in passthrough/modem only mode.
As above, you need to connect it to your ISP provided modem/router. Connect them together by using an ethernet cable from LAN port on ISP modem/router connected to the WAN/Internet port on the XR500.