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how to setup WNDR3800 router as a bridge
I have a FIOS router, with an RJ-45 cable/jack to the room where I want to create a new wifi network for that part of the house. I got it to work, but the crucial step seemed to be when the Netgear changed its IP to 10.0.0.1. I had full internet access....then I had to move some furniture, which meant the router briefly lost power. Now, I have the wifi network, but no internet connectivity (although the Internet light is green, and the router config page says Good for Internet). What is the reliable way to configure the NDR3800 into this sort of bridge mode?
Hi @njfiddler,
If that is the case, then you can setup the router in Wireless AP mode. You can do that by accessing the router's UI and go to Advanced > Advanced Setup > Wireless AP > Enable Access Point Mode > Apply. This will allow the NETGEAR router to be in the same network as the FIOS router and at the same time broadcasting a separate Wi-Fi for your devices to connect to.
Regards,
Dexter
Community Team
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- I would like a separate Wi-Fi from the Fios one, that tends to be maxed out with gaming, etc.
I didn't try the wizard, do I needed to run that on a laptop connected to the netgear?
I haven't tried that, I assume you mean more than power cycle.It's weird, but I came home from work today to find it working just fine. I didn't get around to doing anything to the router!
I will run the setup wizard if it breaks again. I don't understand your instruction to configure as "router." Isn't access point what I am looking for?