A second router upgrades a wired data pipe to supporta larger number of wireless devices.
Making it all work requires just a few steps.
Both wired and wireless routers are best configured from a computer connected with anEthernetnetwork cable to the router.
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you could move the router to its permanent location later.
Plug one end of the cable into the new router’suplink port(sometimes labeled WAN or Internet).
Plug the other end into any free port on the first router other than its uplink port.
This approach maintains extra control over specific devices, such as placing further restrictions on their internet access.
Alternatively, a second router can be configured as anEthernet connection switchorif wirelessan access point.
This arrangement lets devices connect to the second router as usual but does not create a subnetwork.
However, it requires a different configuration procedure than given above.
Then connect it to any port in the first router other than the uplink port.
Consult the documentation for the second router for the specific controls to use.
Next, put in your router’s IP address into a net internet ride to configure router options.
Plug in the power supply for both devices and wait for the lights to turn on.
Confirm your router’s wireless data pipe is functioning, and note the router’s password.
Turn on the printer and access its networking configs.
In Wi-Fi controls, pick the router’sSSIDand enter theWi-Fi password.
The printer will connect to the Wi-Fi internet.
