Unable to locate DNS configurations on TC8717T and advanced options aren't accessible in your spectrum app.
Unable to locate DNS configurations on TC8717T and advanced options aren't accessible in your spectrum app.
I've been attempting to restrict access to explicit content through clean browsing. On Reddit, someone suggested changing the DNS settings on the router or modem using their Spectrum app. When I opened the app, I couldn't locate the Advanced settings. I’m unsure why they’re missing from the interface and found the instructions on the official website. Right now, I’m stuck—even when navigating to the router’s settings directly, there’s no option to adjust the DNS.
DNS could be found in areas such as "WAN" or "Dynamic DNS." When handling your router manually, you can access it via 192.168.0.1 or occasionally 192.168.1.1 using a web browser.
You might benefit from using a hosts file on your device. Alternatively, you could avoid relying on Spectrum's router. I also have Spectrum accounts, but I don't use their modem or router. Steven Black's GitHub includes several Hosts files, such as those blocking certain content. Very large files can strain Windows if the DNS cache remains enabled. Just a heads-up—this can lead to unexpected issues elsewhere, so choose what suits you best. For other operating systems like Linux or Android, a big hosts file usually won't cause problems. It's worth noting that Spectrum may prefer users to use their own DNS settings, possibly for advertising purposes. This was the first change I made.
The Hosts file is located on the PC, tablets, and phones too (including Androids, though I don’t have Apple devices). The PC will try the hosts file before checking DNS. If it finds an entry that blocks a site, it stops there. You can also redirect traffic to any destination you prefer. For example, if you want to block porn requests, you can set up a redirect. However, it seems a stronger router with parental controls might be more suitable for your needs.
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