topic Fast 5354 bridge mode in Full Fibre

Fast 5354 bridge mode

sanders888 — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 14:31:49 GMT

Hi,

Does FAST 5364-3.T8 support bridge mode yet?

And if I does would I be able to connect to a mobile hotspot and have this out out via ethernet?

Thanks!

Re: Fast 5354 bridge mode

KeithFrench — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 14:41:39 GMT

Why do you want to put it into Bridge mode? I ask because most people mistakenly mean Modem mode. When I know what you want to do, I will answer your question & tell you how to configure the 5364, to achieve what you want.

Re: Fast 5354 bridge mode

sanders888 — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 14:45:28 GMT

Hi, thanks for the response. I ask because my FTTP is down, and wondering if in bridge mode I can connect the router to my mobile hotspot and then use the connection as ethernet. I have a device that needs to be wired. I have this hub and and eero 6 extender that I don't use, just wondering what options I have.

Re: Fast 5354 bridge mode

KeithFrench — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 15:06:38 GMT

Simple answer - no.

If your mobile is running as a WiFi hotspot, it is broadcasting out a new network name (SSID) for other devices to connect to. The 5364 would need to act as a WiFi client to connect, like any other phone or tablet etc to your hotspot. It can only be used, as designed, as an AP (wireless Access Point).