Connect gadgets to two linked local area networks.
Connect gadgets to two linked local area networks.
They are positioned close to the modem. Bridge mode isn't supported; mesh mode is the only option.
I'm not talking about it physically. I'm referring to it virtually. Two routers are likely using 192.168.0.0/24 and 192.168.1.0/24 (or 2.0/24). The network we're aiming for is the one closer to the modem. You might consider turning off DHCP and connecting the source network directly to a LAN port instead of WAN, though that could become complicated. It's not the best approach. There isn't a simple workaround around NAT except using Bridged Mode, and if that's unavailable you'll need a different router. If you were to purchase new gear, investing in a switch and a proper AP would be more effective for expanding both wired and wireless networks without interference from another router.
The setup is already configured with the modem connected to the router and the mesh to the nighthawk. It doesn’t seem necessary to purchase new gear unless you want to adjust router/mesh settings. The Nighthawk is at 192.168.1.1 and the mesh at 192.168.86.1. I’ve attempted to manually sync the mesh with the nighthawk, but it didn’t succeed.
The setup involves connecting a modem, then a Nighthawk, and finally integrating it into a Google Mesh network. The correct device should be placed in Bridged mode if possible. If not, using LAN ports and disabling DHCP works but may lead to issues. This approach is somewhat unconventional and can create routing conflicts. Think of it like two people sharing the same name—if you mention both names, they both respond, causing confusion and preventing the message from reaching its destination.