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C7000 Nighthawk - AC1900. Firmware Version: V1.01.34
I am trying to change my WAN IP address (my public IP address, not the private addresses).
Some information:
- I called my ISP and they said my public IP is assigned dynamically
- I have power cycled my modem in intervals of 1 minute, 10 minutes, and 8 hours, without the WAN IP address changing.
- I have tried ipconfig /release and ipconfig /renew. This did not change the WAN IP address
- I am not going to MAC address clone.
So...how do I change my WAN IP address? Thank you!
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No problem. The issue with my setup was that I was using a router/modem combo. To fix my problem, I had to buy a dedicated router, and switch the modem/router combo to only modem mode.
After I had one dedicated modem and one dedicated router, I was able to mac address clone the router (or change the routers MAC address). Once I changed the routers MAC address, my public IP address changed. I can repeat this process whenever I want.
You can buy a router for ~$50. MAC address cloning is the easiest way to change your public IP address.
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Re: How to Change WAN IP Address
> I am trying to change my WAN IP address [...]
Why? Your (unspecified) ISP determines that.
> o I have tried ipconfig /release and ipconfig /renew. [...]
Where? On the C7000 or on some Windows system?
> [...] This did not change the WAN IP address
Not amazing.
> o I am not going to MAC address clone.
Because?
> So...how do I change my WAN IP address? [...]
Talk to your ISP? Reverse your decision on the MAC address?
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Re: How to Change WAN IP Address
My ISP is Xfinity.
I've tried to release and renew the lease both on my pc and on my modem.
Sorry for the confusion, I meant I CANT MAC address clone since the modem (C7000) doesn't offer the feature . However, if there is another way to MAC address clone, I would totally be willing to do so.
I've talked to the ISP many times and all they say is that the IP should change "from time to time". I've had the same dynamic IP for many years, and I've tried many times to change it, but it's very sticky.
Thanks for the reply.
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> Sorry for the confusion, [...]
Same here. I was thinking of my DSL modem+router, which does allow
the user to change the router MAC address. Cable-TV ISPs depend on
modems having unique (and fixed) MAC addresses for access control. They
don't want your neighbor tapping into your cable and having his modem
impersonate your modem.
> [...] but it's very sticky.
If you can't persuade your ISP to jostle things a little, then you
might be doomed.
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I think the best option would be to only use my C7000 as a modem, and buy a dedicated router, like an AC1000, so I could use MAC address cloning and overall have more control over my internet.
Thanks for the help.
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No problem. The issue with my setup was that I was using a router/modem combo. To fix my problem, I had to buy a dedicated router, and switch the modem/router combo to only modem mode.
After I had one dedicated modem and one dedicated router, I was able to mac address clone the router (or change the routers MAC address). Once I changed the routers MAC address, my public IP address changed. I can repeat this process whenever I want.
You can buy a router for ~$50. MAC address cloning is the easiest way to change your public IP address.
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No problem. I'm not a professional, but I'll try and give the best answer I can based off of my experience.
After you buy and setup the router, here's what I did.
1. Make sure the modem is running in modem only mode, and make sure the router is running in router only mode. (To answer your question, you don't have to put the modem/router into bridge mode).
2. Log into the router, and find the mac address section. Then change a few numbers/letters in the MAC address field.
3. Restart the router and modem, and you'll have a new IP.
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1. Do you know how to make sure modem is in modem only mode? I thought bridge mode was the way to make it modem only/connect to the router.
2. Also when setting up the router do I connect it via Ethernet to the modem or does it connect Via WiFi?
3.some of these answers may be answered when I get a router. (Tmrw hopefully) but as well as setting up the router do you have to enter all the same credentials from your modem into the router or does it recognize the connection and essentially you just control your network from the router?
I’m not sure exactly how much sense I’m making to anyone but myself. Sorry I’m advanced but again appreciate your quick responses immensely!
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1. what modem do you have now? If I could have the model name that would help.
2. via ethernet cable which is normally provided when you buy the router.
3. It's essentially the same as when you have the router/modem combo, except now all the networking settings are done from the router. What route model did you buy?
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Sorry, you will have to turn on bridge mode per this article: https://www.xfinity.com/support/articles/wireless-gateway-enable-disable-bridge-mode
Once you turn on bridge mode, install the router that you bought (if you tell me a price range I can help find a router). After you install the router, change the MAC address, and you're good to go!
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Under $200 would be idle and obviously doable, just don’t know which one.
Also I do understand that turning on bridge mode will disable WiFi from the Xfinity modem/router, so this is why I want to get a good router for WiFi usage. That would be correct right ?
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Yes, if you turn on bridge mode, the Xfinity router/modem wouldn't be transmitting the wifi signal. The router would transmit the wifi, so if you want a large range and fast speeds, it would be good to get a quality router.
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Ethernet would go into the router. The modem wouldn't do anything except forward the signal from your ISP to the router.
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Re: How to Change WAN IP Address
Looks good! After you setup the router and get your internet working like normal, your IP should change.
If you want to change your IP whenever you want, you can MAC address clone. Here's a guide by ASUS: https://www.asus.com/US/support/FAQ/1044003
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IM ATTACHING PICS OF MAC CLONE (i only change the last two numbers in pic, unplugged modem, Clicked save, then turned modem back on) i have everything setup up and the router is working with internet. i tried the clone and ip did not change. Which Leads me To another question..
did you do this with ethernet connection (ethernet ip)??
or with Wifi (wifi ip)??
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I'd follow this guide: https://www.asus.com/US/support/FAQ/1044003.
But basically:
1. Change the MAC address and click apply.
2. Unplug both the router and modem for ~1 minute.
3. Plug the router and modem back in and wait ~1 minute.
4. Check to make sure your public IP address changed.
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so change the mac and let it process/load and then turn off the router & Modem or turn them off while it loads. i tried just turning off the modem and then clicked apply for clone and turned modem back on. maybe waitng for the clone to finish wouldve helped.. i will try again and get back to you, thanks again for all the help!
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Re: How to Change WAN IP Address
yep, this did not change my wan ip unfortunately. im not sure what i could be doing wrong, it should still be possible ive made sure its an dynamic ip with xfinity. any ideas ill upload pic of wan panel on admin website of router (SEE PIC)
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