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r1chi
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Dec 05, 2022

R6400V2 ignores DHCP Settings

Hi guys!   So I've connected my r6400v2(wan-port) to my existing network. Then i disabled the dhcp server at the 6400v2 but it totally ignores this option? I just want to use it as a access point b...
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michaelkenward
Guru - Experienced User
Dec 05, 2022
r1chi wrote:

 

So I've connected my r6400v2(wan-port) to my existing network. Then i disabled the dhcp server at the 6400v2 but it totally ignores this option? I just want to use it as a access point but the ap-mode is forcing a new subnet.

 

That's not AP mode.

 

Why not just use the proper setting?

 

How do I change my NETGEAR router to AP mode? | Answer | NETGEAR Support

 

But beware this:

 

Disabled Features on the Router when set to AP Mode | Answer | NETGEAR Support