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Port 8883 block on X6 R8000 Router
How can I unblock port 8883
Cox says it is because of my router
I am trying to install a garage door opener with Amazon
Amazon says that port should be open
I have a nighthawk X6 R8000 Router
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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?Try Port Forwarding? https://kb.netgear.com/000053857/Enable-Port-Forwarding
I am trying to get my Amazon garage door opener to work.
Its a smart garage control - It's called a My Q
Sorry, I am not tech smart. đ
The My Q support person had me go on
Ismyportopen.com
I entered port 8333 and it was block. She said I should call Cox and have them open the port
I called Cox - The said they do not block the port. My router was blocking that port
SandyStow wrote:
I am trying to install a garage door opener with Amazon
This may offer a few clues:
Search - NETGEAR Communities â garage door opener
Cox says it is because of my router...
Amazon says that port should be open
The usual "blame the router" tactic. Properly designed Internet of Things (IoT) things should not require that sort of messing around.
You might get more help if you tell people exactly what this thing is.
