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Sbook
Tutor
Sep 23, 2017
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Can I convert a C7000 cable modem router to a bridge/

I have several AC1900 Cable Modem Routers, that I need to convert to access points that will be attached to an ethernet cable.  I still need the wifi ability.  If I turn off the DHCP, will I then be ...
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  • TheEther's avatar
    TheEther
    Sep 23, 2017
    Turning off DHCP and using a LAN port should work.
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TheEther
Guru
Sep 23, 2017
Turning off DHCP and using a LAN port should work.
  • Sbook's avatar
    Sbook
    Tutor
    Sep 26, 2017

    Turning off DHCP, and using the LAN ports worked.  Now I am a happy camper.  One note, the lights on the front that denote internet connection up/down and internet, do not function now.  So just working as a wireless AP and switch.