Install RAX29 without a modem

Question

My Netgear R6250 router is old, so I replaced with Nighthawk RAX29. The app wants the ethernet cord connected to the modem. I never had a modem with the old router - just plugged into the wall. Doing the same with the new router, I cannot get an internet connection. Seriously, must I also now buy a modem?

microchip8 · Answer

"The wall" must have something in it, either a modem or an ONT.If you can connect to the router's WiFi, you can pull up that Web GUI page in a browser

FURRYe38 · Answer

https://kb.netgear.com/22697/How-do-I-install-my-NETGEAR-router-using-the-router-web-interface

Magoo7315 · Answer

I am on an iMac desktop - no Ethernet port.

michaelkenward · Answer

microchip8&nbsp;wrote:"The wall" must have something in it, either a modem or an ONT.If you can connect to the router's WiFi, you can pull up that Web GUI page in a browser
That's the way to do it Magoo7315&nbsp;.
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Connect iMac to the wifi. Fire up whatever browser you have, aim it as the usual addresses (routerlogin.net or 192.168.1.1) and you should see the GUI.
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When you get there, you may be able to use the "Internet setup wizard" to take you through the process.
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At least, no longer warns against using Safari on this router.
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The manual might help:
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Visit the support pages:Support | NETGEARFeed in your model number and check the documentation for your hardware.Check the section in the manual
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Use a web browser to access the routerYou may have done that already. I can't tell from your message. I mention it because Netgear gave up on supplying paper manuals and CD versions some years ago and people sometimes miss the downloads.

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Install RAX29 without a modem

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