Create a new Bridge connection: sendcmd 1 DB set WANC 1 VLANID [Your_VLAN_ID] sendcmd 1 DB set WANC 1 ConnectType 2 (2 = Bridge, 1 = Route) sendcmd 1 DB set WANC 1 Enable 1 sendcmd 1 DB save reboot

Log into the ZTE F689 as an Administrator (Not just "User"). Try root , Zte521 , or your ISP-specific super admin (e.g., admin with password Telmex2015 or Claro ).

Date: October 2023 Target Device: ZTE F689 (GPON/EPON ONT/ONU) Difficulty Level: Moderate Introduction: Why Bridge Mode? The ZTE F689 is a common Optical Network Terminal (ONT) deployed by Internet Service Providers (ISPs) worldwide, including Claro, Telmex, Tigo, and various Asian carriers. By default, this device acts as a "combo box"—a modem, router, switch, and Wi-Fi access point all in one.

Attempt to force bridge mode by submitting a POST request. Create a local HTML file with the following JavaScript (or use cURL in Linux/Mac):

Find the internet service (e.g., WANC 1 ). Delete it: sendcmd 1 DB delr WANC 1

This method requires caution. Changing the wrong VLAN or interface can kill your VoIP phone or IPTV.