I have a 802.11 b-router and a 802.11 g-router. Possible diagram: cable modem --> b-router ----split hardwire-----> desktop tower AND g-router --- wireless ---- > laptop. I just need to maximize the connectivity of the laptop. Thanks!
2006-11-21 06:32:34 · 4 answers · asked by visualmaximus 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
Why 2 routers why not an access point or a range extender somewhere in the house. Stick with the G router because the G routers are all b compatable as well. Putting two routers next to each other doesn't buffer the distance more. It will still be approx 300 feet (this is in optimal conditions, no walls no interferance and in the right humidity). An access point sets up a second 300 foot circumferance in a different location. The two routers in one spot are redundant and create a hastle of two netowrks to connect to. An access pont will be one network but extended.
2006-11-21 06:36:42 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Cable modem > g-router > then run the b-router off the g. (If you run the g off the b, you slow the g-router to b speed). However, the second router is going to crawl because it will be sharing one single connect with all the ports on that router.
You are better to invest in an access point, which will extend the range of your one g-router.
2006-11-21 06:45:30 · answer #2 · answered by dewcoons 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are using cables, then use a straight through and put it into a LAN port on the first router, and into a LAN port on the second.
2006-11-21 14:06:59 · answer #3 · answered by heinzbitte 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you want to increase the range of your wireless, best idea is to buy access points, which incrase the range of any wireless.
since connecting to routers together can cause problems.
u can get access points from most computer shops.
2006-11-21 06:39:01 · answer #4 · answered by Paultech 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋