Your NETGEAR cable modem router (also known as a cable gateway) provides the functions of a cable modem and a router together in a single device. However, in some cases you might want to set your modem router to function as a modem only. For example, if you are upgrading to a newer WiFi router or mesh system but don’t want to buy a new modem, you can turn off the router functionality of your modem router and continue using it as a modem.
If you don’t turn off the router functionality of your modem router when connecting another router or mesh system, you might create a double network address translation (double NAT) problem on your network. Double NAT might prevent some of your applications and devices from working correctly. For more information, see What is double NAT and why is it bad?
To set your NETGEAR cable modem router to function as a modem only:
- Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to your router’s network.
- Enter www.routerlogin.net or 192.168.0.1.
A login window displays. - Enter your user name and password.
The user name is admin. The password is the one that you specified the first time that you logged in. The user name and password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays. - Click or tap ADVANCED > Administration > Router Mode.
The Router Mode page displays. - Select No and click or tap Apply.
Router mode is disabled and your modem router functions as a modem only.
Note: When router mode is disabled, use 192.168.100.1 to log in to your modem router.
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