Can a router function both as an Ethernet switch and a WLAN access point at the same time?
Can a router function both as an Ethernet switch and a WLAN access point at the same time?
In my room there is one ethernet outlet that lets me connect my PC and get a stable internet connection. To also use WLAN, I attempted to connect a router with the internet for WLAN and as a bridge to my PC, but it didn’t work either. I turned off DHCP on the router and tried changing its IP address after checking some forums, but I still can’t make it function. What am I missing? Is this possible with a regular router (Telekom Speedport Smart 3)? I’m in a student living area so I don’t have access to the broader network settings. Help appreciated!
link the ethernet outlet to a yellow ethernet port within the speed port settings
select expert mode in the speed port menu
navigate to network and turn on WLAN Access Point
this completes the setup, allowing you to use Wi-Fi and other yellow ethernet ports for your devices
Thank you! I'm able to link my PC through the router now. The WLAN indicator is lit, but I can't access the internet using the WLAN connection with the router. I took the power off for a short time, but it still doesn't work on my phone.
change the speed port back to the default settings and attempt it using the WLAN access point mode
the modem/router you're connected to might not allow an access point, or it could be disabled or blocked from doing so
Reset the router back to its original settings. Connect the wan port to the wall jack. This isn’t the best setup for the future, but it lets you verify everything functions. You’re simulating a situation where you’re ordering ISP services from someone else in your home who manages the main router. The main concern is whether the primary router shares the same IP range. Most routers will show a warning if that’s the case. If the wan IP is 192.168.0.x and your main router uses the same range on the local network, you’ll need to adjust it to something like 192.168.1.x. But it should work with the approach you attempted. The issue might lie in the Wi-Fi settings—check if the SSID names are identical or different. You could use distinct names on your router to confirm it’s connecting correctly.