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RS600 latest version, 1.0.6.16 IoT network works like a Guest Network
Well, I got all excited about the new IoT network capabilities in 1.0.6.16. I moved a couple of devices to the new IoT network, and they connected to the internet. Then connected my phone to the IoT ...
I think the general consensus is that the IoT and the main network should not be able to communicate with each other. It could be an option, but I want it to be separate.
I think the general consensus is that the IoT and the main network should not be able to communicate with each other.
Definitely not a general consensus. Although CrimpOn initially said it was arguable either way, there is no general agreement that the IoT network should be fully isolated. Instead posters are puzzled about why your RS600 is behaving differently from other Netgear routers with the feature (including the RS500 and RS700).
And other Netgear routers with the feature definitely do allow the devices on the IoT network to communicate with the main network and with each other. I just confirmed this using ping on my Orbi 871.
That said, I do think it would be good to have some more options for isolation. But I think that isolation should not be the default, since the main benefit I see for the IoT network is to maintain compatiblity with older 2.4 ghz only devices and also devices that do not support WPA3 security (which is required for WiFi 7) .
