Old modem? Expand the network

If you are looking to expand your home network or simply to get a little more out of the one you have, it is worth considering an old modem. These devices are usually tucked away in closets and basements, gathering dust, but they can actually be very useful for expanding your home network.

This technique can be used to extend the network in a variety of ways, from creating a new Wi-Fi hotspot in the garage to connecting multiple devices in different rooms of the house. In this article we will show you how to use an old modem as a bridge between two routers to expand your home network so that it can support multiple computers and devices.

What is a home LAN network?

A home LAN is a computer network that connects computers and other devices in a residential environment. It is an example of a local area network (LAN), which is a group of devices connected together in a limited area, usually within a building or campus. A home LAN can also be called an intranet, similar to the Internet but limited to a single organization or entity. Home LANs are typically created using one of two methods: wired or wireless. Wired connections typically use physical cables that connect devices together. Wireless connections use radio waves to communicate between devices without the need for cables.

Home LANs can be expanded in a number of ways, including: adding more devices via wireless access points or routers; installing wired switches so that computers can communicate with each other through additional ports; installing cable modems so that other computers on the Internet can communicate with those within the home LAN; and connecting external storage drives such as USB flash drives so that they can be shared among several computers at once.

Why use an old modem/router to expand our home network?

There are many reasons to use an old router to expand your home LAN. The first and most important is that it is free! If you are like us, you probably have several old modems and routers around the house. You can buy a new router for 50-60 euros, but why waste that money when you already have a perfectly good modem/router in a drawer somewhere?

The second reason is that they are easy to configure. If you want to add another device to your home LAN, all you have to do is plug it in and go! There is no need for complicated configurations or settings-just a few simple changes! Third, If you have ever tried to set up one of the new wireless routers with all their features, you know how frustrating it can be if something goes wrong. With an old modem/router, there is not much that can go wrong because there are no sophisticated features!

How to configure your old modem/router

Most modems and routers have a management interface that can be accessed through a web browser. The address of this interface can usually be found on the router itself or in the manual. The management page of the old router/modem can be accessed by entering 192.168.1.1 in the browser address bar. The login credentials are probably “admin” for both username and password, but if you are not sure, it is a good idea to double-check it in the manual.

Once you find the modem/router ISP connection management web page, disable the connection to your Internet service provider (ISP). To do this, click on “Configuration” and select “Connection Status.” From here, click “Disconnect” and then click “OK.” This will disconnect your old device from the ISP and prevent it from trying to reconnect later when you set up your new router or modem.

Option 1: Local Lan

If you are setting up a home subnet to share an Internet connection, you may have encountered the problem of not being able to see devices connected to the main network. First, connect a lan port on the central modem/router to the wan port on the old modem/router. Then, reconfigure the dhcp to a different address range than the main one. This will allow devices connected to the local network to access the Internet through the old router.

Click on “Network” under “Setup” in the menu, then on “LAN” under “Network.” Another list of options will open; click on “IP Address Range” under “LAN,” then enter an IP address range for the local network that does not overlap with other devices (e.g., 192.168.2.1). Then click “Save.” The main advantage of setting up and connecting an old router/modem in a local LAN is to provide greater security. This can be achieved by creating an isolated network that has no access to the main network or other subnets. The major disadvantage is that it will be impossible to connect to devices on the main network or other subnets.

Option 2: Global Lan

Connect a LAN port on the main modem/router to any LAN port on the old modem/router. From the configuration page, disable DHCP and set a fixed IP. This will prevent conflicting IP addresses from being assigned to devices connected by both routers. The advantage of this is that it allows all devices to be connected to the same LAN.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the best way to deploy a wired connection throughout your home or small building is to use an old modem/router as an access point. This will give you the best of both worlds: a stable wireless signal and the ability to connect wired devices. I highly recommend this setup if you are having problems connecting to the Internet in your house or apartment because you have no access points nearby or if you are trying to eliminate dead spots. You will not regret it!