ISP Modem/Router Bridge Mode Comments

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Hi, just a general question.
Do people find that switching their supplied modem/router, (in my case a Telstra Smart Modem Gen 2), to bridge mode to enable use of another router, (in my case the Orbi RBR850), caused network/internet problems initially?

Was the work around simple for non-network tech types, like me, or is it usually a very easy, no fuss procedure?

Thanks

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I did this recently (with different gear) and it was a breeze. Plug and Play.
My network is far more robust now than when using the ISP router.
Of course, different hardware may give different results.

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Thanks Jeff.I recently heard on an other thread they lost all internet when changing over and it was a bit of a challenge to rectify…and they were tech savvy.

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If you rely on VOIP - local telephone line then I think you might need the telstra one still…otherwise there might be more info on local isp forums like whirlpool IIRC

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No need for Voip.Thankfully.

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Ended up connecting Orbi directly to NBN Gateway,(removing the ISP’s Modem/router from chain). Works brilliantly and Roon Arc connected immediately, whereas before wasn’t connecting. I’m happy.

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