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Retired_Member
Mar 22, 20222G WiFi No Internet Connection
I have a Netgear R8500 router connected to an XFinity Modem (configured in Bridge Mode). My 5G Wifi Internet is working without issue. However, my 2G WiFi shows No Internet Connection when used (e....
FURRYe38
Mar 22, 2022Guru - Experienced User
What Firmware version is currently loaded?
What is the Mfr and model# of the Internet Service Providers modem/ONT the NG router is connected too?
Has a power off for 1 minute then back ON with the ISP modem and router been performed since last update?
Be sure to restart your network in this sequence:
Turn off and unplug modem.
Turn off router and computers.
Plug in and turn on modem. Wait 2 minutes for it to connect.
Turn on the router and wait 2 minutes for it to connect.
Turn on computers and rest of network.
Last resort would be a factory reset.
- Retired_MemberMar 23, 2022
The XFinity Modem information is as follows:
System Software Version
eMTA & DOCSIS Software Version: Prod_20.2_d31 & Prod_20.2Software Image Name: CGM4331COM_4.11p7s1_PROD_seyAdvanced Services: CGM4331COMPacket Cable: 2.0- FURRYe38Mar 23, 2022Guru - Experienced User
This modem already has a built in router and wifi. This would be a double NAT condition which isn't recommended. https://kb.netgear.com/30186/What-is-Double-NAT
https://kb.netgear.com/30187/How-to-fix-issues-with-Double-NAT
Couple of options,
1. Configure the modem for transparent bridge or modem only mode. Then use the NG router in router mode. You'll need to contact the ISP for help and information in regards to the modem being bridged correctly.
2. If you can't bridge the modem, disable ALL wifi radios on the modem, configure the modems DMZ/ExposedHost or IP Pass-Through for the IP address the NG router gets from the modem. https://kb.netgear.com/25891/DMZ-on-NETGEAR-routers
https://kb.netgear.com/24086/How-do-I-set-up-a-default-DMZ-server-on-my-Nighthawk-router
3. Or disable all wifi radios on the modem and connect the NG router to the modem, LAN to LAN configure AP mode on the NG router.- Retired_MemberMar 23, 2022
The XFinity router is configured in Bridge Mode.