Arris modem & AEBS in bridge mode w/ OS X server (Yosemite)

I have been using a AEBS (ac) as router in bridge mode behind an Arris cable modem (with its own wireless network setup) and have it create a wireless network. I extended it with 1xAEBS (ac) and 2x AEBS (n) to reach all corners of the house, all in "extend" and "bridge" mode. The AEBS (ac) router is using Ethernet cable to connect to Arris modem. This setup worked well for me and still does, until...
Recently, to get access to my files on the network from the Internet, I installed OS X server (4.2) on Yosemite running on a MP (have a few drives attached). I intend to use the servers VPN service, but cannot get its new reachability tool to identify any services running. After doing some searching I found tutorials on how to run the AEBS in DHCP and NAT mode, which results in a double NAT error the way my modem/provider service is setup.
I have not been able to find a tutorial how to configure the server in Internet mode behind the AEBS (ac) router in bridge mode. I do have a domain name, but the service provider does not offer Dynamic DNS service. And I did let the server install the DNS services automatically.
A server setup guide when running AEBS in bridge mode would be very helpful.
I would need some help configuring the AEBS router as well as setting up the server - thanks a lot!

I see nobody else has jumped in.. so I read this last night and thought it was a bit too hard..
But perhaps I can get you to at least clarify some stuff.
Arris cable modem (with its own wireless network setup)
What model is the arris? Since it has its own wireless it is a router.. or what is sometimes called gateway.
I have been using a AEBS (ac) as router in bridge mode
You cannot use "as router" in bridge.. they are opposites.. but I think you just mean.. AEBS is in bridge.. the mention of router is to qualify the AEBS which we know is a router.
I intend to use the servers VPN service, but cannot get its new reachability tool to identify any services running.
I do not use server and I would not have done the setup this way to get access to your files.. but the vpn service should work.
Test by using a computer on the local network running a vpn client to see if you can log in to the server. It is much easier to get things working locally before you attempt to do it remotely.
What type of vpn is it.. I can look it up but easier if you post the details.. each vpn uses different port forwarding requirements. PPTP is different to IPSEC which is different to L2TP which is different to SSL.
After doing some searching I found tutorials on how to run the AEBS in DHCP and NAT mode, which results in a double NAT error the way my modem/provider service is setup.
You cannot run two routers.. that will mess things up. The AEBS should be in bridge.. double NAT will kill your access.
I have not been able to find a tutorial how to configure the server in Internet mode behind the AEBS (ac) router in bridge mode. I do have a domain name, but the service provider does not offer Dynamic DNS service. And I did let the server install the DNS services automatically.
Some of this I have not used.. so I cannot say much.. I much prefer to do vpn using vpn routers.. it is far easier.
Anyway.. the bridged AEBS is irrelevant.. your problem is needing to setup the Arris for VPN pass through. This sometimes involves something simple like tick a box.. it can also be complicated and need port forwarding.
You can use Dynamic DNS client in the Arris.. that will be the best place to set this up.
You will need to download and read carefully the manual for your arris gateway.
Let me also suggest you run ethernet directly to the arris .. bypass the Extreme altogether.. it is not related to this setup but can cause issues.. because Apple have some inbuilt ipsec security for BTMM.
For setting up yosemite server to do vpn I recommend you post in the Server OS area of the discussions.

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AEBS in bridge mode

What am I doing wrong?
Hi, this is a re-branded follow-up post of a question yesterday.
I'm trying to make my AEBS work in bridge mode without success. I have followed instructions from documentation (http://manuals.info.apple.com/en/DesigningAirPort_Networksv4.2.pdf) but it still does not work.
Here is a quick picture of what I have done:
iMac-))))((((- AEBS ----- MacBook
The iMac has its Airport interface and the MacBook its built-in ethernet interface manually configured on a common subnet. The AEBS does not allocate IPs and has a self-assigned IP. The AEBS is physically connected to the MacBook via its LAN port.
Still the iMac and MacBook cannot see each other.
Questions:
- The AEBS and the macs are configured to use WAP2 personal. Can that cause a pbm?
- What else should I check?
- Any other info I coud provide to help?
Thx for any help
Eric
MacBook, iMac, mini, G4 Mac OS X (10.4.8)
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If I understand your post correctly, you are using your iMac as a wireless base station to create a wireless network. Then you want your AEBS to join that network. Is that correct?
If that is correct, it will not work. The AEBS can only wirelessly join a network if it is configured to use WDS. Since the iMac acting as a wireless base station does not support WDS this is not possible.
I hope that I am misunderstanding your setup. Since the iMac and MacBook both have wireless capability, why are you trying to use the AEBS as a bridge?

AEBS in bridge mode: wired problems

Hello, I can't manage to setup AEBS to fit my needs.
Here's the situation:
There's a router/switch that provides net access (wired) to the flats in my building. It distributes IPs through DHCP (in the range 10.68.3.x).
Plug1 (office room): Mac Pro, wired connection
Plug2 (living room): AEBS (through LAN port)
AEBS LAN port: XBox 360
AEBS wireless: Powerbook
the AEBS is configured to be a client to DHCP and in bridge mode.
the Mac Pro, AEBS and Powerbook get correctly their config (in the 10.68.3.x range) but the XBox does not (169.254.240.x).
If I wire the powerbook to the AEBS and switch off airport, same thing, it loses its config and get a 169. address.
So basically, it seems it bridges between LAN and wireless but not between LAN/LAN.
I know i can get something working if i accept to have the MacPro on another subnet than the network after the AEBS (if i use DHCP/NAT with AEBS). But then I loose the possibility to share files between the two computers.
Another possibility would be to use a switch before the AEBS for the wired part of the network i guess, but i'd prefer not to add one more piece of hardware.
Does anyone went through this type of problems or setup? Or is it definitely not possible? Any clue will help.
PS: The final network would be more complicated if i get past this stage (WDS with Airport Express to cover the whole flat)

Arkhleyi, Welcome to the discussion area!
Plug2 (living room): AEBS (through LAN port)
Have you tried changing this to the WAN port?

Extend Verizon 802.11g router using AEBS in bridge mode for better reception by Airport Express at other end of apt.?

I connect to the internet using a Verizon FIOS router, 802.11g. The brand name is Actiontec MI424-Rev. D. I stream music from my MacBook Pro and/or iPhone and use an Airport Express to connect to my stereo receiver, which is wired to in-wall speakers. The streaming experience is pretty uneven. The Apple Store recommended an Airport Extreme to beef up the network. Note: this is an average Manhattan apartment, not a vast mansion, but there is lots of interference due to a couple dozen other wireless networks in my building. Which is the best way to set up the network for more robust streaming and fewer dropouts?

Ok, then let's start with the following as the basic configuration of your "single" wireless network.
The Actiontec will be the main Internet router; no configuration changes would be required.
Connect the 802.11n AirPort Extreme Base Station (AEBSn) directly to the Actiontec router by Ethernet; reconfigure the AEBSn as a bridge, and also, reconfigure the AEBSn as the "main" base station in the extended wireless network.
Connect the 802.11n AirPort Express Base Station (AXn), by wireless to the AEBSn. Configure the AXn to extend the wireless range of the AEBSn.
The following are step-by-step instructions on configuring the AirPorts for an extended network:
Dynamic WDS - Extending a Wireless Network Setup
Temporarily connect the AXn directly to one of the available LAN ports on the AEBSn during the setup phase. Once completed, disconnect the AXn and place it at the desired location.
Open AirPort Utility, and then, select the AEBSn.
Choose Manual Setup from the Base Station menu. Enter the base station password if necessary.
Click Internet in the toolbar, and then, click on the Internet Connection tab. Change Connection Sharing to "Off (Bridge Mode)."
Click AirPort in the toolbar, and then, click on the Wireless tab.
Choose “Create a wireless network” from the Wireless Mode pop-up menu, and then, select the “Allow this network to be extended” checkbox.
Next, select the AXn, and then, choose Manual Setup from the Base Station menu. Enter the base station password if necessary.
Choose “Extend a wireless network” from the Wireless Mode pop-up menu, and then, choose the network you want to extend from the Network Name pop-up menu.
Enter the base station network and base station password if necessary.
Click Update to update the base station with new network settings.
(ref: Pages 43-44 of Apple AirPort Networks.)
(ref: Wi-Fi base stations: Extending the range of your wireless network by adding additional Wi-Fi base stations)

After Installing Oracle Virtual Box and changing the network adapter to bridged mode cant access my server

Hi ,
I have installed Oracle Virtual box on windows server 2008 r2 hosted on 1und1.de.
Till installtion and setting up untun on virtualbox it was fine, but once i changed the adapater to bridged mode. I immediatly lost connectivity with my server and now cant access.
It is now 2 days i cant access my server and neither ping it, also the website hosted on it is also down.
The 1und1 has following 2 options
1) using putty i can connect to server command prompt using administrator but cant run any gui application
2) Server Rescue mode: where i get special environment to start, stop services, access registry and command prompt.
Till now i have tried lot of setting to enable network connectivity but not able to success
This is the result of Ipconfig /all
Windows IP Configuration
Host Name . . . . . . . . . . . . : s15453760
Primary Dns Suffix . . . . . . . :
Node Type . . . . . . . . . . . . : Hybrid
IP Routing Enabled. . . . . . . . : No
WINS Proxy Enabled. . . . . . . . : No
Ethernet adapter VirtualBox Host-Only Network:
Connection-specific DNS Suffix . :
Description . . . . . . . . . . . : VirtualBox Host-Only Ethernet Adapter
Physical Address. . . . . . . . . : 08-00-27-00-04-FD
DHCP Enabled. . . . . . . . . . . : No
Autoconfiguration Enabled . . . . : Yes
Link-local IPv6 Address . . . . . : fe80::5d5c:5bbc:c61:e9b1%16(Preferred)
Autoconfiguration IPv4 Address. . : 169.254.233.177(Preferred)
Subnet Mask . . . . . . . . . . . : 255.255.0.0
Default Gateway . . . . . . . . . :
DHCPv6 IAID . . . . . . . . . . . : 352845863
DHCPv6 Client DUID. . . . . . . . : 00-01-00-01-15-B9-51-EA-00-19-99-A5-E7-BE
DNS Servers . . . . . . . . . . . : fec0:0:0:ffff::1%1
fec0:0:0:ffff::2%1
fec0:0:0:ffff::3%1
NetBIOS over Tcpip. . . . . . . . : Enabled
Tunnel adapter isatap.{BBF9AA14-45EA-460C-8F23-E106D890D878}:
Media State . . . . . . . . . . . : Media disconnected
Connection-specific DNS Suffix . :
Description . . . . . . . . . . . : Microsoft ISATAP Adapter
Physical Address. . . . . . . . . : 00-00-00-00-00-00-00-E0
DHCP Enabled. . . . . . . . . . . : No
Autoconfiguration Enabled . . . . : Yes
Tunnel adapter 6TO4 Adapter:
Media State . . . . . . . . . . . : Media disconnected
Connection-specific DNS Suffix . :
Description . . . . . . . . . . . : Microsoft 6to4 Adapter
Physical Address. . . . . . . . . : 00-00-00-00-00-00-00-E0
DHCP Enabled. . . . . . . . . . . : No
Autoconfiguration Enabled . . . . : Yes
Tunnel adapter Local Area Connection* 12:
Media State . . . . . . . . . . . : Media disconnected
Connection-specific DNS Suffix . :
Description . . . . . . . . . . . : Teredo Tunneling Pseudo-Interface
Physical Address. . . . . . . . . : 00-00-00-00-00-00-00-E0
DHCP Enabled. . . . . . . . . . . : No
Autoconfiguration Enabled . . . . : Yes
How can i restore my connection.
Thanks

Hi,
According to the result of "ipconfig /all", the physical adapter dosen't appear.
Please check if the physical network adapter works properly. We can verify this in Device Manager.
To open Device Manager by using the Windows interface
Click Start, and then click Control Panel.
Click Hardware and Sound.
Click Device Manager.
If the network adapter is working properly, please make sure that the Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) has been checked in the properties of the physical network adapter.
If issue persists, please try to uninstall the Oracle Virtual box.
Best Regards.
Steven Lee
TechNet Community Support

Deploying CSM in Bridge Mode into an existing server envronment

We have installed two CSM's in a 6509's in a network that has servers already in an existing subnet and vlan.My question is.Can I use the same vlan that the servers are on at this time for the server slb vlan or do I have to create another server slb vlan in the subnet?

the servers can stay in the same vlan.
But if you want bridge mode, you will need to configure 2 vlans in the CSM using the same subnet.
1 vlan will be the same as the servers.
The 2nd vlan will be a new vlan using the same ip subnet.
The MSFC should be setup with only the 2nd vlan.
So at the end you get
MSFC---VLAN-A----CSM-----VLAN-B----SERVERS
<-------------- one subnet --------------->
The servers can keep the same gateway ip address.
This ip address should be moved from current msfc vlan to the newly created vlan.
[I say MSFC, but it could be any other router being currently the default gateway]
Gilles.

Alternative AEBS setup to Bridged mode? Qwest DSL, ActionTec GT701

I just upgraded to the new dual mode AEBS and it's a different setup than my old Airport Extreme that died. Things are working OK at the moment with the AEBS in bridge mode (which is required to avoid the double NAT error), letting the GT701 handle PPPoE, NAT and DHCP. But as I've learned from these forums, this disables the Guest Network feature on the AEBS, and also requires me to e.g. setup port forwarding via the GT701 web interface. I've read I can put the GT701 in bridge mode and have everything including PPPoE authentication handled by the AEBS, but if possible, I think I'd prefer to have the GT701 handle only the PPPoE authentication with the Qwest server, but manage all LAN settings and functions via the AEBS. Is this kind of configuration possible? If so, what are the correct GT701 and AEBS settings?
Please don't let my throwing around of these acronyms fool you - I'm know little about this stuff. I tried to get help from Qwest ("we only support the basic configuration, for advanced configuration talk to ActionTec...") and ActionTec ("Qwest provides all DSL support for their modems, you need to call them..."), to no avail. I've downloaded the manual for the GT701, but I'm in over my head already. Suggestions welcome, thanks.

Option 1: Set up the WRT as access point. Follow these instructions. (I think the actiontec uses 192.168.0.1/255.255.255.0 by default thus 192.168.0.2 should be a good LAN IP address for the WRT).
Option 2: Put the Actiontec into bridge mode which basically turns of the router. Then configure the WRT for your internet connection and connect it with the internet port to the modem. However, in case you have to use PPPoA (i.e. you have PPPoA configure in the modem at the moment) then you cannot do it. The WRT54GS does not support PPPoA only PPPoE.
Please make sure that there is no USB connection to the modem! The USB connection will interfere with the connection through the ethernet port!

Cannot access DSL modem in bridge mode w/ Airport Extreme

Hi
I have the following setup:
DSL Modem: Used in bridge mode + NAT/DHCP/Firewall turned off. Static IP is set to 192.168.2.1
Airport Extreme: In PPPOE mode with Shared IP (which is selected by default): Distributes IP range 192.168.1.X with subnet 255.255.255.0. At this point, Airport Extreme's IP address is what it gets from the ISP, basically DSL Modem is passing thru' this to the AE.
Ethernet cable is running from DSL modem to AE's WAN.
In this mode, everything works fine and me and all others can use Internet fine...
But the problem is that I can't ping/ access DSL modem at all in this mode. Basically, I need to login to the DSL modem to monitor my DSL connection quality (SNR, Attenuation, etc.) but whatever I tried I could not figure out how.
Basically, I tried setting a static IP on the DSL modem as 192.168.1.3, this did not work. I read somewhere that it needs to be on a different subnet, so tried using 192.168.2.1, that did not work either.
If I connect the DSL modem to a machine directly and set that machine's IP to 192.168.2.10, it can connect to the DSL modem, but there is no way I could access this DSL modem from the setup I explained above.
I am simply out of solutions at this point and any idea would be appreciated.
Thanks a ton!

What you are asking about is generally possible but probably not with an Airport Extreme. As others have noted you SHOULD be able to access a DSL modem in bridge mode via it's "lan" IP address if you directly attach a cable to it and configure your computer with appropriate static IP settings (I'm assuming that in bridge mode the DSL modem has it's DHCP server disabled).
This approach can also be achieve through a router with sufficiently flexible configuration options (e.g. openwrt open-source firmware). Basically the router attaches its WAN port to the modem like usual. Then the router is configured to do PPPOE via the WAN port while SIMULTANEOUSLY assigning the WAN port a static IP address that can connect to the modem's LAN address. Finally the router firewall must be configured to pass traffic from the DSL modem LAN IP back to the network.
So your intuition suggesting that this should be possible is absolutely right. However; you can probably also see from the steps required why most modems simply (incorrectly) document that it isn't possible.
Here's a link with some gory details on achieving this with an openwrt-based router: https://forum.openwrt.org/viewtopic.php?id=10952

Modem 6100F Bridge Mode

Hello Everyone, I currently have my modem in bridge Mode. My Modem is a Westell 6100F. It's connected to a Linksys Router Model : WRT120N. Everything is fine, internet connection is good. No problems.
However there is one thing I'm having trouble. I tried connecting my modem directly to the PlayStation 3. The reason is that I want to play with a NAT Type 1. But that's something else. My Main concern is that why am I not able to connect my modem directly to the PS3. I get no internet access. In addition, I tried connecting my modem into another router ( a friend let me borrow his) and still nothing. It seems like my modem is only recognizing my Linksys router for some reason. I wont get any connection to any other devices, router, or even laptops when connecting my modem through the Ethernet cable.
So in conclusion I can only get internet access through my Linksys. Why is that? Why am I not able to connect my modem to a different router? I need you help.
Any help is appreciated. Thanks in advance.

This is due to either two reasons when your modem is in bridge mode:
1: You need to establish a PPPoE connection from the device you're connecting up, which your Linksys router is configured to do. This requires the Verizon Username and Password tied to the Verizon account or in OpenPPPoE areas, a username and password combination (anything, really).
2: If you're in a Western service area of Verizon otherwise known as ex-GTE, it's possible you're running on DHCP for obtaining IP address information from Verizon. For this, it's a case of you can plug a device into the modem/router but you must wait two hours to allow the DHCP lease to expire on Verizon's end before you can connect up another device. Many of these DHCP areas on the DSL network have been sold to Frontier Communications and subsquentially moved to use PPPoE or PPPoA authentication, but there are still a good amount of areas in California, for example that use it.
Ultimately, those two things above are what are stopping you. You'll be wanting to Port forward on your router to get NAT 1 or use UPnP. Also make sure your router has updated firmware; sometimes newer firmware helps to resolve forwarding issues seen with game consoles.
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No printing in bridge mode

Setting up an AEBS for use with an IMac. Using cable modem so I had to set the AEBS to bridge mode to be able to access the internet. Have an HP photoprinter/scanner hooked up that will work with a USB connection to the IMac but not when plugged into the AEBS. I've added a new printer for the HP using bonjour. The IMac seems to "see" the printer but nothing happens. Any ideas?
Would a work around be to attach the printer directly to the IMac and just allow it to be shared through the IMac?

As long as the airport is getting an IP, it should be working. Though if you had it set up in non-bridge mode before and it worked, the computer could be saving settings/information from the previous setup.
I'd check the airport utility and first make sure the airport is getting a valid IP (in the internet section). If so, check the printers section and make sure the printer is detected. Then remove and re-add the printer on the computers (in print & fax system preferences).
The work around you mentioned will also work.

Bridge Mode Problems?

Connected my new AEBS gigabit model one week ago to our existing home network with the AEBS in bridge mode. All worked fine for 7-days but we lost internet connection yesterday. The Belkin router needed to be reset and Belkin support says its because the AEBS is set up in bridge mode.
Setup is: DSL modem (providing PPoE to ISP) connected to Belkin 4-port wired ethernet router WAN port and AEBS WAN port connected to "regular" port on the Belkin router. DSL modem and wired router are downstairs (in home office) and the AEBS is upstairs (for full house wireless coverage).
I need to maintain the current physical locations of the hardware. Do I need to change the setting of the AEBS from bridge mode? What other setting(s) would work?
Thanks

Hello MacsNMore. Welcome to the Apple Discussions!
Setup is: DSL modem (providing PPoE to ISP) connected to Belkin 4-port wired ethernet router WAN port and AEBS WAN port connected to "regular" port on the Belkin router. DSL modem and wired router are downstairs (in home office) and the AEBS is upstairs (for full house wireless coverage).
This looks like a good setup. I assume that your Belkin router is providing NAT & DHCP services...correct?
I need to maintain the current physical locations of the hardware. Do I need to change the setting of the AEBS from bridge mode? What other setting(s) would work?
Having the AEBSn in bridge mode would be the most appropriate configuration for your network setup.
Let's double-check your AEBSn's settings...
Temporarily connect your computer directly (using an Ethernet cable) to one of the LAN ports of the AEBSn, and then, using the AirPort Utility in Manual Mode, check these settings:
Internet - Internet Connection
o Connect Using: Ethernet
o Configure IPv4: Using DHCP
o IP Address: <provided by your ISP>
o Subnet Mask: <provided by your ISP>
o Router Address: <provided by your ISP>
o DNS Server(s): <provided by your ISP>
o Domain Name: <provided by your ISP>
o DHCP Client ID: (optional)
o Ethernet WAN Port: Automatic (Default)
o Connection Sharing: Off (Bridge Mode)

Linksys X3000 does not work properly in bridge mode

Hi there.
I have some trouble with my X3000, and I am not able to figure out what's wrong.
This is the case:
I have an ADSL-connection. I am going to use the X3000 as a modem only, and connect a router to it in bridge mode. Seems simple enough, but sometimes the router just don't seem to be able to get an IP from the ISP. The X3000 is set to "Bridged mode only", and DHCP-server is disabled, as well as the wireless network. When I connect the router to one of the ethernet ports nothing happens (other than one of the LEDs lights up, depending on which port I put the cable in). I then try to reboot the X3000, but that doesn't help.
The funny thing is that if I try to connect my computer to the modem I sometimes get an IP straight away, and if I connect the router again it still doesn't get an IP.
This has also happened the opposite way; sometimes the router gets IP, but my computer doesn't if I connect it directly to the X3000.
What is going on?

Hi, Jallenbo. Just make sure to properly configure the X3000 so you'll have no future problems. To do so, you may use this links: http://kb.linksys.com/Linksys/ukp.aspx?vw=1&docid=a868c394b0664cc59773abf6df3ba5cf_Setting_up_your_L... or http://kb.linksys.com/Linksys/ukp.aspx?vw=1&docid=5d8aaa8704694262bbe866f50a6ae46d_Setting_up_the_Li.... However, ISP configuration is essential so you can use this link: http://kb.linksys.com/Linksys/ukp.aspx?pid=80&vw=1&articleid=19892.

HT4259 Cant extend airport extreme in bridge mode?

My configuration is: Internet Cable Modem --> Airport Extreme (bridge mode) --> Airport Express (extend)
My primary wi-fi base station (airport extreme) is set to bridge mode because the cable modem has the DHCP enable. Is it possible to extend it wirelessly with an airport express in other room of the house?
Thanks!

What is the approximate distance from the AirPort Exteme to the location of the AirPort Express?
12 meters (another room)
Distance here in and of itself should not be a problem.
How many obstructions are there in the signal path between the AirPort Extreme and the AirPort Express?
3 walls, 1 cordless phone
A single wall can absorb anywhere from 10-20% of the signal or more depending on the type of construction. If the wallboard/insulation type has foil backing...as many walls do...even more of the signal is likely being absorbed.
At best, the AirPort Express is picking up a signal that is likely 30-35% degraded. At worst, it is getting a signal that has degraded 70-80%, possibly more. As I said, the Express can only repeat the quality of signal that it receives.
The effect of the cordless phone is unknown, but I would note that cordless phones are the main culprits that interfere with wireless network signals in a home.
How many obstructions are there in the signal path between the AirPort Express and the general remote area where more signal coverage is needed?
No obstructions (same room).
Thanks for that info.
I would suggest that you move the AirPort Express closer to the AirPort Extreme. by 5-10 meters. You may need to experiment with several locations to see if the performance improves in the remote area where you need more wireless signal coverage.
Anything that you can do to eliminate or minimize obstructions in the wireless signal path will help. As an example, I cannot get an acceptable signal in my home in any area where the signal must pass through more than 2 walls.
If you do not notice any significant improvement, your home is simply not going to work with a wireless signal extension setup....and you will need to consider connecting the AirPort Extreme and AirPort Express together using a permanent wired Ethernet connection. As you might imagine, there is no signal loss in a wire, so this type of setup will work much better than what you are trying to do.
If I put the extreme and express side by side wirelessly (same room) is there a way to know if I am connected to the main or to the repeater?
You will need a Mac laptop to check. There is no need to locate the AirPort devices side by side...they can be located where they are now.
Locate your Mac laptop very close to the AirPort Extreme
Hold down the option key on the Mac while you click on the AirPort icon at the top of the screen
Look for the BSSID and jot that down
The BSSID is the specific ID of the AirPort device to which you are connected.
Now move the laptop very close to the AirPort Express
Perform the same test
If your Mac is connecting to the Express, you will see a different BSSID
If you see the same BSSID as the AirPort Extreme, the laptop is still connecting to the AirPort Extreme....and the Express is not extending the signal at all.

Airport extreme or netgear 3100 in bridge mode

I have just upgraded to fast internet and Telstra have supplied a Netgear 3100 D modem/router.
This modem is linked to an airport extreme (currently in bridge mode) which is the hardwired to a router (Intelligent) before hard wired to a time capsule and linked wireless airport express to send wireless around house.
my question is, what is the best set up. The netgear modem/router in bridge mode with airport extreme with DHCP and NAT or leaving the modem/router in DHCP and NAT and Airport extreme in bridge?
is one better than the other?
thx

One is not better than the other....unless you require that the AirPort Extreme also provide a Guest Network, which it cannot do in Bridge Mode.
Things will be much simpler though, if you leave the AirPort Extreme in Bridge Mode and let the Telstra provide DHCP and NAT services for the network.

Bridge mode for DSL modem

Hey all,
I recently purchsed a WRT54G (v5.0) wireless-G router for my apartment. There will be 4 users on the network: 2 PC's (wired), 1 xbox (wired), 1 mac laptop (wireless). I have been having a few issues setting everything up and could use some advice.
First, does the SBC Yahoo! DSL modem need to be in bridged mode or normal mode? Currently it is in bridge mode and I am having some issues with the router dropping the connection (PPPoe Authentication failing). If anyone knows how the modem should be set up, I would love to know.
Second, DHCP on the router seems to be having some issues. For example, one of the PC's is running Ubuntu (6.06 Dapper Drake), and while it is able to obtain an IP through DHCP, it does not show up on the DHCP Clients Table on the router. Has anyone seen similar problems?
I updated the firmware to v1.09, in case that makes any difference.

first :- does the PPPoE connection work or no ? i'd suggest that you also try to clone the MAC address of the PC along with PPPoE , certain ISP's use dual authentication modes ...The bridge mode is fine .
As far as your DHCP client list is concerned...do the other PC's show up on the DHCP client ?

Arris modem & AEBS in bridge mode w/ OS X server (Yosemite)

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