Why Do I Want To Do This?
Wi-Fi technology has changed significantly in the last ten years, but Ethernet-based networking has changed very little.
Related:Understanding Routers, Switches, and data pipe HardwareWhat does this matter to you, the consumer?
When do you need a connection switch?
Any time you want to share an Ethernet cable among multiple devices, you need a switch.
For example, let’s say you have a single Ethernet wall jack behind your entertainment center.
What Do I Need?
A quick note on the difference between the basic and advanced versions of this tutorial before we proceed.
If you only need to switch for 2-3 devices, this may be satisfactory.
launch the administration control panel via web web client on a connected computer.
To start, let’s navigate toSetup ->Basic Setup.
192.168.1.2]
Subnet Mask: [same as the primary router, e.g.
preserve your changes and navigate toSecurity ->Firewall.
initiate the administration control panel via web internet tool on the connected computer.
Navigate to theSetup -> Basic Setuptab to get started.
In the Basic Setup tab, ensure the following parameters are adjusted.
The setting changes are not optional and are required to turn the Wi-Fi router into a switch.
The optional configs are arranged via the menu you find them in.
Remember to preserve your options with the save button before moving onto a new tab.
Once you’re done here, save and move on to the Administration tab.
Time to stuff it behind your desk or entertainment center and streamline your cabling.
