W7200 with Xfinity gateway in bridge mode
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Is it possible to set up the W7200 mesh with an Xfinity CGM4331COM gateway in bridge mode?
How would you configure the DNS server and do port forwarding?
Thank you.
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Hi, yes, it would work with Xfinity CGM4331COM gateway when Xfinity gateway is in bridge mode.
As for how to configure the DNS and port forwarding, please have a look at the following links:
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The DNS and forwarding worked. I especially wanted to bypass the Comcast DNS.
I'm not sure if I need to bother with bridge mode? Would there be any advantage to using it?
Thanks again!
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Hi, if the Xfinity gateway is on the router mode as Deco W7200, you will have a double NAT issue which is to say, if there is a local server behind Deco, you will have to open ports twice, first on Xfinity, then on Deco.
Since your mention that port forwarding is working already, I think there is no need to bother with bridge mode anymore.
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Looks like you're right, ran a port check and it shows closed.
I tried to set up bridge mode earlier today but could not connect the w7200 after enabling it. Light flashed red. Any ideas?
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There might be two possible reasons:
1. the Xfinity might use PPPoE connection on their gateway and when setting up their gateway as a bridge mode, you might configure PPPoE broadband connection on W7200, but it is very rare for cable service.
2. the Xfinity service might lock a particular MAC address to their internet service.
--normally, you could reboot the Xfinity gateway and check the LED light later on Deco; otherwise, you might need to contact Xfinity to unbind the MAC for you.
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