Assigning a static IP address ensures consistent network identification.
Assigning a static IP address ensures consistent network identification.
I'm trying to set up my network with Spectrum and have an Arris TG1682G as my router. As a student interested in networking, I wanted to split the wired and wireless parts by creating subnets. I bought a TP-Link TL-ER5120 V2, a Netgear GS724T, and another Netgear GS748TPS. The network is set up like this: Arris TG1682G - 192.168.1.1, TP-Link - 192.168.0.1. I connect the LAN1 from the Arris to the WAN port on the TP-Link, then link the TP-Link to the Netgear switch, and finally connect the two switches together. My TP-Link router has a fixed IP address in the 192.168.1.1 range, which lets wired devices see the wireless network. The problem is I can't get a static route from the Arris to the TP-Link. I checked the router's interface but found no option there. Other forums suggested it, but I'm stuck. Any advice would be great! I really need to keep the subnetting intact.
Consider purchasing your own modem and router from the store. For a more robust setup, investing in enterprise-grade equipment makes sense—Cisco routers on eBay are available around $65. The network layout would resemble this: -> AP 1 ISP -> Modem -> Router -> Switch | -> AP 2
It varies by ISP. You might also be able to change the router to bridge mode, letting you use a standard Ethernet device instead of the ISP's router. Personally, I prefer sticking with one network to avoid complications when connecting wired and wireless devices.
I would choose a separate cable modem, but for business needs I suggest Cisco gear. If that isn't possible, opt for a consumer router capable of setting static routes. My current configuration looks like this: Cable Modem → Edge Router (Cisco 2951) → Cisco ASA 5510 x2 → Cisco Catalyst 3560-X → Cisco Meraki MR33