Does BT allow port forwarding?
BT Hubs are configured to handle that data transmission automatically, but sometimes you may want to create your own port forwarding rules. Ports are virtual pathways and you can create rules that can block or forward inbound data packets to specific devices on your local network.
How do I setup port forwarding on my BT Hub?
How do I set up port forwarding on the BT Business Hub 5 or Hub 3?
- Select Settings.
- When prompted, enter the admin password and click OK.
- Click Port Forwarding.
- From the Game or Application drop down list, select the rule you require.
- From the Device drop down list, select the device you want to access remotely.
- Click Add.
How do I use my BT Home Hub 3 as a repeater?
Re: Can I use Hub3 as a wifi repeater You can’t use it as a repeater, but if you connect it by Ethernet to the Hub6 you can use it as a wireless access point. Just give it an address outside of the Hub6 DHCP range, say 192.168. 1.20, and turn off DHCP. Connect to the Hub 6 LAN port to LAN port.
Can I use my old BT Hub as a repeater?
Well, the answer is Yes! All you need is an old BT Hub and an ethernet connection between them.
Can I use my old BT Hub as a wifi extender?
Re: Re-using old BT router as an extender Yes, as has been explained countless times on the forum. Just turn off DHCP and give the secondary hub an IP address outside of the DHCP range of the main hub and connect the hubs together LAN port to LAN port.
How do I open ports on my Xfinity router?
xFi Users: Set Up Port Forwarding
- Visit xfinity.com/myxFi or open the Xfinity app and sign in with your Xfinity ID and password.
- Select the Connect tab.
- Select your network on the Xfinity app, or select See Network on the xFi website.
- Select Advanced Settings under More Options.
- Select Port Forwarding from the menu.
How do I setup port forwarding on my router?
Set Up Port Forwarding
- Log in to the router as admin.
- Locate the port forwarding options.
- Type the port number or port range that you want to forward.
- Choose a protocol, either TCP or UDP ports.
- Type the static IP address you chose.
- Enable the port forwarding rule with an Enable or On option.