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ORBI RBR750 in AP Mode static IP (not recommended)
I have Orbi in AP mode for wireless connection and after the last extended power outage I had to scan my network to locate the Orbi router because it had new IP. I thought I would just set a static I...
I believe it maybe due to most users wanting to set up the system for AP mode in the most easiest way. And some users may not have the experiences to use the Static IP address method and fully understand about that. Ya, I've ask NG to have a better support article that reflects the use of this. I came up with my own document outlining the details of using Static IP configuration for AP mode, which I prefer using. https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi-WIFI-6-AX-AND-Wi-Fi-6E-AXE/Procedure-for-Factory-reset-of-RBS850/m-p/2367505/highlight/true#M53985
I believe it maybe due to most users wanting to set up the system for AP mode in the most easiest way. And some users may not have the experiences to use the Static IP address method and fully understand about that. Ya, I've ask NG to have a better support article that reflects the use of this. I came up with my own document outlining the details of using Static IP configuration for AP mode, which I prefer using. https://community.netgear.com/t5/Orbi-WIFI-6-AX-AND-Wi-Fi-6E-AXE/Procedure-for-Factory-reset-of-RBS850/m-p/2367505/highlight/true#M53985