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FluidFactors018
Guide
Aug 27, 2023

I am also a CenturyLink 1G fiber subscriber

I am also a CenturyLink 1G fiber subscriber, and when I was running my previous Nighthawk router, I was able to use its PPPOE + VLAN tagging as CenturyLink requires, allowing me to eliminate the free...
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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Aug 27, 2023

I don't know if this will help:

https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi-App/Orbi-App-and-Advanced-WAN-Configurations-Setup-FAQ/m-p/2320345#M7526

 

I think this gets you the PPPoE setup during the installation process, however to get the final VLAN Tag configured, you'll need to use the RBRs WEB UI page to make that configuration. https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi-WIFI-6-AX-AND-Wi-Fi-6E-AXE/Orbi-RBR850-with-Centurylink-Fiber/m-p/2076711/highlight/true#M13729

 

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. CAT6A STP is recommended. 

 

Or use the ISP router to handle the PPPoE connecton and it's DMZ for the RBR in router mode with DCHP on the WAN side.