Use The Modem Router As A Wifi Access Point Only - NETGEAR D8500 User Manual

For 802.11ac mode, both modem routers must use the same 5 GHz band.
b. In the Name (SSID) field, enter the WiFi network name (SSID) that the other modem router is using.
In the previous figure, the SSID name NETGEAR32 is just an example.
c. In the Security Options section, select the radio button for the WiFi security that the other modem router
is using.
d. If prompted, type the passphrase (the WiFi password that you must use to connect with WiFi to the
other modem router).
11. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
12. To let the modem router that functions as the WiFi bridge get an IP address dynamically from the modem router
that is connected to the Internet modem, leave the Get dynamically from existing router radio button
selected.
We recommend that you leave the Get dynamically from existing router radio button selected. However,
if you are sure that you must use a static IP address, you can specify a static IP address from your other
modem router LAN IP address pool.To specify static IP address for the modem router that functions as the
WiFi bridge, do the following:
a. Select the Use fixed IP Address (not recommended) radio button.
A pop-up window opens.
b. Enter all static IP addresses.
13. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.The modem router restarts with a new IP address.
14. To reconnect, close your browser, relaunch it, and log in to the modem router by entering .routerlogin.
When the modem router functions as a WiFi bridge, you cannot change its WiFi settings, that is, the
settings on the Wireless Settings page (BASIC > Wireless) are masked out. However, if you want to
reverse the configuration, you can disable the WiFi bridge option on the advanced Wireless Settings page
(ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Wireless Settings).

Use the Modem Router as a WiFi Access Point Only

By default, the modem router functions as both a router and a WiFi access point (AP).You can set up the
modem router to function in AP mode and let it operate in the same local network as another router.When the
modem router functions in AP mode, many router-related features are disabled.
If you want to change the modem router's function, use a wired connection to avoid being
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disconnected when the new function takes effect.
To change the modem router to AP mode:
AC5300 WiFi VDSL/ADSL Modem Router Model D8500
Manage the Advanced WiFi Features
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