C1200 - Static route to block google DNS

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C1200 - Static route to block google DNS
C1200 - Static route to block google DNS
2018-04-11 20:43:27
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Hi Guys,

I have TP link C1200 model and I need to access streaming sites from India and other countries. These sites are geo restricted, meaning can't access outside that country. I can use either VPN or smartdns to bypass the geo restrictions. I went with smartDNS option and set those DNS in router - worked perfectly.

My issue is with chromecast which always sends request to router to use google dns. I need option in router to block Google dns so router always uses the ones i set.

I tried adding Google dns in static route option but not blocking - still can ping to 8.8.8.8.

i've attached the screenshot where i've added static routes, disable IP6 in router(someone hinted Chromecast use IP6).




Help guys.. Thanks
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Re:C1200 - Static route to block google DNS
2018-04-12 19:37:12
Appreciate your advice..
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Re:C1200 - Static route to block google DNS
2018-04-14 07:39:07
Set the default gateway of your static routes to a non-existent IP on your LAN. I use 192.168.1.254 (my LAN is 192.168.1.0/24.) Set the subnet mask to 255.255.255.255
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Re:C1200 - Static route to block google DNS
2018-04-14 15:26:48
Hi,
I tried as below but still can ping to 8.8.4.4 from my laptop





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Re:C1200 - Static route to block google DNS
2018-04-15 16:23:26
IP addresses ending in 255 have a special purpose and cannot be used as a default gateway. Try 0.0.0.0 first. If it's rejected, use 192.168.0.254.
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2018-04-15 17:22:50




Hi tried both still can ping Google dns.. Is there any alternative to block these? Thanks
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Re:C1200 - Static route to block google DNS
2018-04-15 22:20:50
Wow, this is so weird. I blocked Google's DNS too, and it works hmmm.I have two methods I can use on my C1900: bogus static routes and access control rules. After adding the routes, I have to reboot the router.Access control rules are made for this, and is a cleaner way. I have three wi-fi routers with two different gateways and I actually block *any* other DNS server but the two I use.
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