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Orbi RBK12 - question about setting up bridge mode on combined router/modem
Hi, I'm trying to set up bridge mode on my combined router/modem to use with my Orbi RBK12. My ISP isn't able (i.e. won't) help me to set up bridge mode, so in the end I successfully set up the DMZ s...
Hi, after Googling I found some instructions from a different ISP (Zen) for putting the Technicolor TG589vac router into bridge mode (apparently my router DWA0120 is a direct replacement for the TG589vac, so I guess these instruction also apply for mine?) I’ve attached a screenshot showing the relevant bits of the instructions. You can clearly see the same warning disabling the auto sensing of the WAN interface. If they say to go ahead despite this warning, does that mean it’s ok?
My question is generally whether or not disabling auto sensing of my WAN interface is going to mess anything up? I have no idea of what this means or what the implications are, and I’m just trying to check if I can safely do this
My question is generally whether or not disabling auto sensing of my WAN interface is going to mess anything up? I have no idea of what this means or what the implications are, and I’m just trying to check if I can safely do this
I don't know. The UI could be the same or different between the two models.
It is something to try. If it doesn't work, you can revert the change or reset the modem and setup from scratch...