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New internet provider using existing netgear router
I have just changed internet service providers and I want to use my existing router but don’t know how to set it up
Router is R7000
Extender is EX7700
New router that i have been supplied with is a TP Link Archer AX10
There a ISP modem in front of the TP Link? Brand and model#?
You should be able to replace the TP Lilnk with the R7000 if you want too. The TP Link is newer and has WiFi 6 where as the R7000 is only WiFi 5 supporting.
You could try to connect the EX7700 to the TPLlink however may not work well or if it does, would only supply WiFi 5 signals as it's also not WiFi 6 supporting.
New RouterThing before router
The thing before the modem has no markings on it, i have sent a couple of pictures
Ok that's an ONT. Fiber Optic service box from the ISP.
Will be up to you if you want to use the R7000 or TP Link.
If you use the R7000 router, just power both the ONT and R7000 router off. Connect the ONT to the R7000, then power ON the ONT first then R7000. Should connect up.
Really as easy as that? Is there nothing else that needs to be done? I will try this tomorrow, i have been on this all day today and messed up the settings on just about all my wifi items in the house, will let you know how i get on,
Thanks a lot for your help Phil