Can I use BT Smart Hub as modem only?

Can I use BT Smart Hub as modem only?

With the FTTC smart hub in bridge mode, it should behave just like any other DSL bridge modem (like the discontinued Openreach VDSL2 modems). Simply connect a 3rd party router to any LAN port on the hub. Configure PPPoE (for BT, Plusnet etc) on the 3rd party router and it should connect to internet via the DSL port.

Can I use my BT router as a modem?

A bt home hub cannot provide this modem only functionality. You can in effect double nat all traffic or you can turn off the dhcp, nat and routing functions of the home hub to turn it into a layer 2 switch or access point.

Is the BT Home Hub a router or modem?

The BT Home Hub 2.0 was a combined wireless router and phone. It supports the 802.11b/g/n wireless networking standards, and the WEP and WPA security protocols. It supports many of BT’s services such as BT Fusion, BT Vision and BT Broadband Anywhere. It can also be used as a VOIP phone through BT Broadband Talk.

How do I turn my BT Hub into a modem?

To enable bridge mode on the BT Business Hub 5, simply:

1. Click on Advanced Settings.
2. Enter your Admin password if prompted (can be found on the base of your Hub) and click Ok.
3. Click Continue to Advanced Settings.
4. Choose the Broadband tab, then click on the Routing tab.
5. Scroll down to the bottom of the page to Bridging.

What routers work with BT?

VDSL BT Infinity Routers

• Netgear Nighthawk X6S R8000P IEEE 802.11ac Ethernet Wireless Router.
• NETGEAR R7000-100UKS Nighthawk 1900Mbps Wireless-AC Dual Band Gigabit Router.
• Netgear Nighthawk XR500 IEEE 802.11ac Ethernet Wireless Router.
• TP-LINK TD-W9970 IEEE 802.11n ADSL2+, VDSL2 Modem/Wireless Router –

Do you have to use the router provided by your Internet provider?

Do I Have to Use the Router Provided by My ISP? If you want to replace your ISP’s equipment, you may wonder if your ISP forces you to use their router. The answer is no, but sometimes sticking to your ISP’s router will make things easier.

Is BT Hub 5 any good?

The Home Hub 5 is fifth time lucky for BT. It delivers superb performance in an attractive package, has a simple setup and a bargain price tag. It can’t outpace the fastest 802.11ac routers but it stands toe-to-toe with many while far costing less, especially considering there’s a VDSL modem inside.

What is the difference between BT Home Hub 5 and 6?

Although the Home Hub 5 has 802.11ac, the Smart Hub (which really should be called the Home Hub 6) has the latest version of 802.11ac which BT calls ‘wave 2’. The Smart Hub has more antennae – seven to be precise – which generate better Wi-Fi coverage – and it also supports MU-MIMO.

How do I get a new BT hub?

Your best bet would be to contact the customer option team on 0800 800 030 and renegotiate a new contract which would include a new smart hub.

How do I get the BT Home Hub 5 for free?

If you’re an existing BT Infinity customer, simply renew your existing contract and you’ll be given a discounted price for the Home Hub 5. If you switch providers and sign up for the BT Infinity fibre optic broadband package, you’ll be entitled to a free Home Hub 5 as part of the deal.

Can the BT homehub be used as a modem?

All your assumptions are correct. I now have the BT Homehub working as a modem by switching off WiFi and only plugging in the Eero. DHCP is still enabled on the BT Homehub but it only provides the IP address for the Eero.

Can I use my Eero modem with BT Home Hub?

If you turn the WiFi off on the BT HomeHub it would still act as both the router and modem, you would merely use the Eero in bridging mode for WiFi and leave everything else to the BT HomeHub. It looks like the OpenReach modem does not do PPPoE itself and you have indicated that Eero do not do so either.

What makes the Home Hub 5 so much better than the 4?

If you’ve had the Home Hub 4 and are considering upgrading, you may be keen to know what makes this latest model so much better. Faster wireless connection: While the new Home Hub 5 uses the same dual band wireless system as the previous model, it also provides a much faster wireless connection.