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Putting Modem in Bridge Mode for Orbi Installation
I just got my new Orbi RBK50, and I'm getting ready to install it. I've found instructions online for how to put my ATT-provided modem into "bridge mode", so that the Orbi will be the only device b...
I tried 2 different cables, including the one that was working with my Apple router as of today, so I don’t think the cable is the problem.
Brenkj wrote:
I tried 2 different cables, including the one that was working with my Apple router as of today, so I don’t think the cable is the problem.- Are you connecting the cable in the modem to the port marked as number 1? Have you tried the other 3 ports as well?
- If you disconnect Orbi and connect the other end of the cable from the modem to a PC, will it get internet access?
- Well, now it’s showing cable connected and internet detected. But when I try to finish configuration, I keep getting a configuration error.
Have you restarted your modem recently? Might be useful to reboot modem and router and see if that helps.
Takes a few minutes to reboot... do the modem first.
