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JoeJoeJoeJoe
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Apr 08, 2025
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Orbi 870 with CenturyLink Fiber and VLAN 201 tagging

I just purchased and installed Orbi 870 (router + 1 satellite).  Is my 3rd Orbi system.   I live in Seattle and have Centurylink 1Gbps fiber.  CenturyLink does VLAN 201 tagging.   The Orbi has a ...
  • JoeJoeJoeJoe's avatar
    JoeJoeJoeJoe
    Apr 10, 2025

    Thanks for your comments

     

    After some experimenting I learned.

    1) have to select VLAN tag group (not by bridge group), add VLAN 201, select all wired and wireless ports

    2) can't just save the changes, must also power cycle the router

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CrimpOn
Guru - Experienced User
Apr 09, 2025

What does Netgear support say about installing the 870 system on CenturyLink?

That is sort of the point of providing 90 days of 'complimentary support' with purchase of a new system.

JoeJoeJoeJoe's avatar
JoeJoeJoeJoe
Tutor
Apr 10, 2025

Thanks for your comments

 

After some experimenting I learned.

1) have to select VLAN tag group (not by bridge group), add VLAN 201, select all wired and wireless ports

2) can't just save the changes, must also power cycle the router