Sagemcom FAST 5364 Bridge Mode

[jgd1955]

Hi - anyone know how to enable Bridge Mode on the Sagemcom FAST 5364 modem router that comes with Fibre 65.

I've purchased a couple of eero 6e pro devices to replace inconsistent wifi extenders and eero suggest putting the modem/router in to bridge mode.

I've logged in the the admin GUI and poked around including in advnaced but can't see anything that mentions bridge or passthrough mode. I can see I can disable wifi but that's not what I should use is it?
I'm familiar with the use of SSH - I configure Unix web servers.

[jgd1955]

Hi - if I switch the WAN addressing type to Static where do I get my public IP address from? I surely can't retain the one assigned from TalkTalk?

I can, as you suggest, set my IPv4 DNS servers manually to Google's
The eeros don't have DSL modem capability (I'm on Fibre 65) so I will need to retain the Sagemcom for this functionality. The eeros will replace the wireless SSIDs on the Sagemcom.

[nambuso-TT]

Change DHCP Settings:

• Go to Internet settings and then Manage advanced settings.
• Under IPv4 WAN Addressing Type, if you can change it to Static, set a static IP configuration that matches your network needs, but avoid assigning DHCP to this router while your eero devices manage that feature.

Finalize DNS Settings:

• If you have the option, set the DNS settings to point to a known public DNS provider (like Google DNS: 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4) to manage DNS through eero.

Turn Off Wi-Fi:

• Consider turning off the Wi-Fi feature in the TalkTalk Wifi Hub settings. This ensures there’s no interference from the modem’s wireless signal.

[jgd1955]

Hi Nambuso - when I log in I see 3 options See internet settings / See Wi-Fi settings and Manage My devices

If I go to Internet settings > Manage advanced settings I have links to TalkTalk Wifi Hub, Access Control and Internet connectivity

Internet connectivity gives me for IPv4WAN Addressing Type (currently set to DHCP other options are PPP or static), VLAN id, Public IP address, Mask and Gateway

I'm also able to change DNS settings in another tab.

TalkTalk Wifi hub gives me Device info, LAN IPv4, Light control, DNS, DynDNS, Route and Maintenance, none of which contain any reference to IP Passthrough or Transparent Mode.

Any other ideas?

[nambuso-TT]

Log In to the Admin GUI:

• Open a web browser and type in the modem's IP address (commonly 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1).
• Enter your login credentials (default might be admin for username and admin or password for the password unless changed).

Find the Advanced Settings:

• Navigate to Advanced or Network Settings.

Locate Bridge Mode:

• Look for a section labeled WAN, Internet, or Router Settings.
• If you don’t see “Bridge Mode” specifically, find an option labeled something like IP Passthrough or Transparent Mode.

Disable Routing Functions:

• If you find Bridge Mode, select it and apply. You may need to disable DHCP on the router, as well.
• If you find options to disable routing, ensure those are selected to allow the eero devices to handle the routing functions.

Save and Reboot:

• After adjusting the settings, save your changes and reboot the modem/router.

Reconnect the eero Devices:

• Connect your eero devices to the Sagemcom modem via Ethernet, and follow the eero app instructions for setup.

[nambuso-TT]

Hi there @jgd1955 Thank you very much for reaching out.