This article describes how to put a Telus Router into Bridge Mode enabling you to use your Own Router.
What Is Bridge Mode?
When you sign up for TELUS internet you will receive a device called a gateway - a two-in-one modem & router combo. Bridge mode is a feature that allows a user to shut off the router side of the gateway (i.e. Wi-Fi), and use a 3rd party router in its place.
TELUS currently only offers bridge mode on 3 gateway models - the T1200H, T2200H and T3200M. The main difference between these two models is that the T1200H is a single line gateway while the T2200H is a copper bonded gateway, used for higher speed plans where two lines are required.
Procedure to Enable Bridge Mode
- Determine your router model to see if it is capable of Bridge Mode Support
- Login to the admin (generally 192.168.1.254 on Telus Routers). The Admin username and password should be located under the lid of the router or on the bottom.
- Navigate to Networking--LAN
- Use the dropdown to find "Bridge" or "Bridge Mode"
- Enable Bridge mode by Toggling the switch.
- Follow the instructions for which port to connect to. Usually LAN port #1.
- Connect your own WAN port to the LAN port of the Telus Router.
- Reboot the Telus Router
- Reboot your own Router and it should work.
You can also enable some SHAW Cable routers in Bridge Mode as well. The procedure is very similar.
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