Can you connect wireless devices directly to a wired internet router?
Can you connect wireless devices directly to a wired internet router?
Hello. You're looking to turn your phone into a hotspot using 5GHz Wi-Fi and set up a wired connection via Ethernet, likely with at least two Ethernet cables. Since DD-WRT doesn't support your current router model, I recommend checking routers that offer built-in wireless-to-wireless or wireless-to-Ethernet conversion. Popular options include models from Netgear, TP-Link, or Ubiquiti, which often support this feature natively.
Instead of linking your device directly, use a switch to manage the connection. I recall doing something similar, probably called a bridge.
Even if I could manage it, that would imply I’d need to keep my PC running constantly.
Even if it functions, I’m unsure my phone will charge via the Ethernet cable.
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Wouldn't it be simpler to choose a router with a SIM slot for easy connectivity? There are plenty of 4G options available. Unless there are specific needs that make ddwrt necessary.