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tap123
Jun 07, 2022Aspirant
Netgear CM1100 Modem will connect to mesh wi-fi, but not a router or computer.
My ISP was recently purchased by Breezeline (was WOW). Now my modem will not provide a signal to any wired devices connected to it. It is on and providing an internet connection (as evidenced by it...
- Jun 07, 2022
Be sure that the R6400 router is the only device connected to the WAN #1 port on the modem. The other WAN port can not be used.
Power OFF the CM modem and R series router for 30 seconds then back ON with the CM modem first, then the R series router.
Connect ALL other wired and wireless devices to the R series router.
If you have a Wi-Fi MESH system, you might put this in place with the R series router and use the MESH system instead of the R series router.
Be sure your using good quality LAN cable, CAT6 is recommended.
FURRYe38
Jun 07, 2022Guru - Experienced User
Be sure that the R6400 router is the only device connected to the WAN #1 port on the modem. The other WAN port can not be used.
Power OFF the CM modem and R series router for 30 seconds then back ON with the CM modem first, then the R series router.
Connect ALL other wired and wireless devices to the R series router.
If you have a Wi-Fi MESH system, you might put this in place with the R series router and use the MESH system instead of the R series router.
Be sure your using good quality LAN cable, CAT6 is recommended.
tap123
Jun 07, 2022Aspirant
Thank you will try this when I return home. I'll leave feedback on how it works.