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aantiix
Aug 04, 2023Aspirant
Nighthawk CAX80 - Guest Network Options
I'm looking at purchasing a new router and leaning towards the AX6000 WiFi Cable Modem Router (CAX80) I've contacted Netgear 3x so far and they can't seem to give me a straight answer, just keep quo...
- Aug 04, 2023
Well possible that NG may close having guest devices access to each other. This has been a security risk over time and NG may close this. Not sure if or when that might happen. Guest Network works normally for internet access.
FURRYe38
Aug 04, 2023Guru - Experienced User
Guest Network is isolated from the main LAN.
- aantiixAug 04, 2023Aspirant
Understood. However, what I'm wondering is if Guests can see each other and access the internet while remaining isolated. Some routers don't allow internet access unless you allow them to interact with local network, others don't allow Guests to see each other.
- FURRYe38Aug 04, 2023Guru - Experienced User
Well possible that NG may close having guest devices access to each other. This has been a security risk over time and NG may close this. Not sure if or when that might happen. Guest Network works normally for internet access.