How To Put A Netgear Router In Bridge Mode?

Follow the steps given below on how to put a Netgear router in bridge mode.

Bridge mode helps get rid of the NAT feature on your router and lets the router function as a DHCP server without any IP address conflict. With the bridge mode enabled, you can connect multiple routers and help yourself in extending the Wi-Fi range in your office or at home. There are some amazing benefits when you turn your Netgear router into a bridge.

You can use Wi-Fi for applications like streaming videos and gaming by extending the Wi-Fi range.

You can connect to multiple devices like NAS, Smart TV, Blue-ray player, gaming consoles at Wi-Fi speed using the link.

You can avoid using multiple adapters for each device.

Make sure that Wi-Fi is connected to the computer.
You can log in to the router page by entering the router’s IP address in the browser’s address bar.
The router login page will prompt you to enter the default credentials.
Username: admin
Password: password
When you log in, you will see a list of tabs available on the screen.
Click the Advanced tab and select advanced setup.
Click on the option Wireless Bridge.

Click the checkbox that reads Enable Bridge Mode.
Select the bridge mode wireless settings to enter the parameters of the router.
Set the wireless network frequency to 2.4GHz or 5GHz.
Enter the name of the wireless router (SSID) in the appropriate field.
In the security mode, select the network security mode required for the router.
Enter the passphrase of the router in the password field if the settings prompt you.
Click on the Apply button to save the settings in the advanced setup. If you have a further query on how to put a Netgear router in bridge mode, click the call button available on the screen.