DHCP mode on Purple

Follow

Dean

• May 27, 2022 17:31

Hi all,

A quick question on DHCP mode on the Purple: I'd like to switch to DHCP mode (from Simple) to have better control over static DHCP assignments (my ISP router DHCP management is very clunky).

I understand that the Purple allows you to use the same subnet in DHCP mode, and I was wondering whether this dodges double NAT?

I believe DHCP mode causes double NAT on the Red/Blue, but they use an overlay network. As the Purple doesn't use an overlay network, does it operate differently? I'd like to avoid double NAT, as the gamers in the house will be breathing down my neck!

As an aside, I know I'll need to turn off IPV6 on the router - are there any plans to add IPV6 to DHCP mode?

And as a tiny note, I know it is often requested, but it would be great to have a live throughput list showing the top current bandwidth hogs.

Many thanks :-)

0

• 

  Firewalla

  • May 27, 2022 18:06

  DHCP mode is always double NAT. The difference is you don't have to change network addresses.

  IPv6 will need to be turned off for DHCP mode to work. 

  Since you have a purple, you should explore how to use it in router mode, it is likely much better

  1

  Comment actions Permalink
• 

  Dean

  • May 27, 2022 22:00

  Many thanks - much appreciated.

  I'd like to run it in router mode, but I'm unfortunately stuck with my ISP router - it has no bridge mode, and is needed for our landline phone (built-in VoIP adapter).

  Simple mode and transparent bridge mode work great though.

  Thanks again. You guys have made a great product!

  0

  Comment actions Permalink

Please sign in to leave a comment.