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Double NAT configuration
I'm having trouble configuring my RBE971 as a router behind my modem/router, which is itself configured as a router. I want to retain some of the router functions of my modem/router, but also benefit from a larger local network through the RBR. I was able to configure the LAN portion of the RBR without any problems, creating a local network at 192.168.16/20. However, I can't seem to activate the other portion on the modem/router side. I connect the RBR from the yellow "10G Internet" port to my 10G hub, to which my modem/router is connected (network 192.168.1.0/24). In the "Internet Setup" section, I assign the RBR a static IP address of 192.168.1.1/24 (unassigned address), the gateway to 192.168.1.254 (my modem/router), and the DNS server address to my local DNS server. When I apply the changes, the 10G link from the RBR doesn't establish a connection, and the setup page refreshes, resetting my internet IP address to 0.0.0.0. Is this a problem with the RBR itself, or have I missed something?ORBI RBE 971
Just purchased an ORBI 970 series from a reputable seller, item is not new it’s used but in amazing condition. Was tested by seller before being put up for sale. I purchased, but for whatever reason the light just keeps on blinking white. I’ve tried multiple factory resets, I even factory reset my ATT modem and still to no avail the router just won’t connect or finish the setup. It’s looking like I’ll have to return. There’s nothing else left to try, guessing it might be a firmware issue but I can’t even set it up to address that issue. Oh wellRouter Recommendations
I am hopeful that a knowledgeable someone can save me some research time in selecting a new router. I have a few must haves and a few nice to haves: Must Haves: VLAN support with wireless for each VLAN Port level VLAN with at least 3 ports Mesh capabilities that support both wired and wireless back-haul Gigabit or faster Ethernet ports (preferably 5+) Nice Must Haves: Load balancing for multiple WANs Automatic switching to backup WAN if primary fails Port isolation configurable for each VLAN I am using a much older, non-mesh router now, but it does have Fresh Tomato firmware on it that supports port-level VLANs with ability for each VLAN to have its own wireless. This allow me to keep my IoT devices separated from my primary VLAN. It also allows me to keep my guest network separate from both my primary and IoT VLANs. I am hopeful to upgrade to a new mesh router while keeping these abilities. I currently have a primary and backup Internet provider and use a physical switch to toggle when needed. If possible, I would like to have the router either switch automatically for me or load balance.Is an upgrade worth it?
Hi there Background I have a RBR50 in AP mode, connected to 4 x satellites (RBS50) in my 5500 sq feet, 3 storey house. We just about get coverage across the whole house but it doesn't stretch to our garage which is only 3 metres from the house. We also have rubbish internet connection as we live in the sticks (no fibre). Getting download speeds of 44mbps download / 11mbps upload. Question Is it worth me upgrading to the newer models? Dual, Tri or Quad? The 970 series says it will cover 8200 sq feet with just a 3 pack. Or could I try adding a 5th RBR50 satellite? Any advice / lived experience welcome. TIAConnecting a Lutron hub to an Orbi Satellite
Maybe someone has run into this configuration? We have a Lutron (home lighting system) which we will install in a utility building, away from our house. The Lutron Caseta hub (which all the light switches connect to) needs to connect via an ethernet cable to the router (as the system is designed for a house). We have an Orbi 970 mesh system in our house, and plan to extend it to the utility building. The Orbi 970 router sits in our living room in our house, connected to our ATT modem. We will have a satellite in the utility building. That satellite has ethernet ports on the back of it. I am hoping we can install the Caseta hub via ethernet into the ethernet connection on the back of the satellite to give it internet access. In theory this should work great. Has anyone done this before with a Lutron home lighting system?Orbi 970 startup issues with 4 or 5 satellites
We purchased an Orbi 970 with 3 satellite and added 4 all connected through a netgear 10g ethernet switch. We noticed some issues on boot up where they may boot up as wireless, or stuck in config sync or not found, and every once in awhile out of sync We added 5 as wireless and it got really bad where maybe only 1 out of 20 reboot would all come up as good. We have done the reset and resync etc etc. We have also notice the list of connected devices on the remote login or app is not accurate and question even if the boot up state information on the app is accurate or not because a satellite will be blue but it will say not found? Any ideas? Is there a setting or a why we need to change the balance between wired and wireless that would make this boot up every time? Any way to get accurate data in the app and remote login?