Answer | The G18/G20 operates as a Wi-Fi cable modem and provides Internet access to devices (up to 253 devices) in the home network.  Setting the G18/G20 in Bridge mode disables the router and wireless functions and will operate as a cable modem. A device directly connected to the G18/G20 with an Ethernet cable will receive the Public IP address from the Cable Provider for Internet access. Installation of a Wi-Fi router will be required to provide Internet access to multiple devices in the home network. This document contains the following sections:
Enabling Bridge Mode
- Launch a web browser, such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Safari.  Enter http://192.168.0.1 into the address box, and press the Enter key. The https:// Redirect page will appear. Â
 - The SURFboard Web Manager is redirecting to a more secure connection, click the Proceed button to continue.  The Gateway > Login page will appear.
 - A security or private risk alert may appear on the web browser advising users to proceed with caution when accessing the Web Manager. There is no risk in proceeding to the Web Manager. For instructions to bypass the alert screen, refer to article # 18181 - Alert Message for Web Manager Access.
NOTE: The Home Network Wizard will appear if this is the first time accessing the Web Manager. For assistance with the wizard, refer to article # 19602 - G18/G20: Web Manager First Time Login.
 - The Username field has admin populated, enter the custom password in the Password field.
NOTE: If the Login page prompts for email address and password, retrieve the email address and password in the app to sign in. For detailed instructions in the app, refer to article # 19069 - SURFboard Central: Web Manager Access.Â
 - Click the Login button.  The Gateway > Summary page will appear.
 - Click the Enable button for the Bridge Mode option. The Warning pop-up window will appear. Â
 - Click the OK button on the Warning pop-up window. The G18/G20 will reboot to complete the bridge mode setup. Â
NOTE: The G18/G20Â Gateway takes approximately 4Â minutes to fully operate after reboot.Â
 - The G18/G20 has now been configured for bridge mode. A device directly connected to the G18/G20 with an Ethernet cable will receive the Public IP address from the Cable Provider for Internet access.
Disabling Bridge Mode
- Connect a device via Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port of the G18/G20.
 - Launch a web browser, such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Safari. Enter http://192.168.100.1 into the address box, and press the Enter key. The https:// Redirect page will appear. Â
 - The SURFboard Web Manager is redirecting to a more secure connection, click the Proceed button to continue.  The Login page will appear.
 - A security or private risk alert may appear on the web browser advising users to proceed with caution when accessing the Web Manager. There is no risk in proceeding to the Web Manager. For instructions to bypass the alert screen, refer to article # 18181 - Alert Message for Web Manager Access.
 - The Username field has admin populated, enter the custom password in the Password field.
NOTE: If the Login page prompts for email address and password, retrieve the email address and password in the app to sign in. For detailed instructions in the app, refer to article # 19069 - SURFboard Central: Web Manager Access.Â
 - Click the Login button.  The Gateway > Summary page will appear.
 - Click the Disable button for the Bridge Mode option. The Warning pop-up window will appear. Â
 - Click the OK button on the Warning pop-up window.
 - Allow a few minutes for the G18/G20 to turn on the router functionality and enable the Wi-Fi.
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