Bypass mode allows you turn off the Starlink router and connect a third-party router directly to Starlink. When bypass mode is activated, the Starlink router’s WiFi features are completely disabled. You can enable bypass mode in the Starlink app under “Settings.” To disable bypass mode, you can perform a factory reset.
Router Mini:
- Open the Starlink App > Settings > Bypass Mode > Enable (slide toggle).
- A violet LED will appear (turns off after 1 hour). This disables Wi-Fi for third-party router use.
- To exit bypass: Factory reset by pressing the rear reset button (use paperclip) until LED flashes rapidly; wait for reboot (slow white blink).
Gen 3 Router:
- Enable bypass mode using the Starlink app.
- Once bypass mode is enabled, you can plug your third-party router directly into one of the ethernet ports on the back of the router.
- A violet light will appear, indicating that the router is in bypass mode. The light will turn off after one hour. To exit bypass mode, you will need to perform a factory reset.
Starlink Mini:
- We recommend using the official Starlink Mini ethernet cable to maintain the Mini’s weatherproofing.
Starlink Enterprise:
- Instead of bypassing, simply plug in the third-party router to the power supply.
- Prior to setting up your third-party router, ensure you have an active Starlink account. You can activate your account at starlink.com/activate before proceeding with your third-party setup to establish an online connection.
Starlink Performance (Gen 1) and Starlink Performance (Gen 2) with Gen 2 Router:
- Instead of bypassing, simply plug in the third-party router to the power supply.
Gen 1 Router:
- Instead of bypassing, directly replace the Gen1 router with your third-party router.
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