After further trialling and deliberation, finally found the issue. The VLAN passthrough needs to be UNCHECKED.   After I did this and went back to bridge mode, the ASUS log now shows a valid IP address following the PAP authentication succeeded log entry.   Finally, it's fixed...  ... View more

Hi Dave,   I have changed the mode back on the DM200 back to modem + router and the connection is fine with no issues (i.e valid IP address over PPPoE).   However, to use the ASUS router the DM200 needs to be in modem only mode.  This is when I'm running into the log issue with 'unable to complete PPPoE discovery'.   I've checked my ethernet connection again - it's connected from the LAN on the DM200 back to the WAN port on the ASUS RT-AX88U.   Any suggestions? ... View more

Hi KarlB,   Somewhat of similar issue with my recent NetGear DM200 and Asus RT-AX88U router purchases. I keep getting 'unable to complete PPPoE discovery' with a timeout on PADO packets.   I'm certain my username and password are correct including other settings (e.g PPPoE). Both the modem and router have the latest firmware. Currently the DM200 is set to bridge mode.   Any help would be appreciated. ... View more