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PMB1
Aspirant
Jun 19, 2020

Block Access not working

I am trying to block specific devices on my network. I log into the router, go to Advanced/Security/Access Control. Turn on Access Control is checked. Allow new devices to connect is selected. I sele...
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FURRYe38
Guru - Experienced User
Jun 19, 2020

Have you set up an IP address reservation for the device you trying to control first? 

Under Advanced Tab/Setup/Lan Setup. 

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    PMB1
    Aspirant
    Jun 25, 2020

    I have not tried doing that.  Are you saying that I must have an IP reservation set up in order to block access?

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      FURRYe38
      Guru - Experienced User
      Jun 25, 2020

      Would be helpful. Sometimes If the IP address changes, this can effect how blocking works. You want to ensure the device has the same IP address when it connects.