[kwlug-disc] OpenWRT Capable Routers

D. Hugh Redelmeier hugh at mimosa.com
Wed Aug 12 10:43:00 EDT 2026


> From: Chris Frey <cdfrey at foursquare.net>

> Speaking of linux and routers, is there any way to run a DOCSIS
> compatible modem with linux?
> 
> In the olden days, I recall running PPPoE on DSL, but I haven't seen
> anything similar for cable.

You can go through the Rogers modem using "bridge mode".  That makes your 
device the router: all IP traffic to the globally routable IP address gets 
to your device.  That's probably what you want.

<https://www.rogers.com/support/internet/how-to-set-up-bridge-mode-on-your-modem-and-configure-a-third-party-wi-fi-router>


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