Installing an additional router
Installing an additional router
Hello. Your new place has two apartments—you’re upstairs and someone else downstairs. There’s just one router in the lower floor, which works fine for now, but you want your own router and the option to connect via Ethernet cables. It’s possible to add a second router on the same network, though you’ll need to configure it properly so both devices can communicate. Let me know if you’d like more details on how to set that up.
It's feasible by linking both devices via Ethernet. The second router can act as an access point, allowing you to share the same network with enhanced signal strength. For a separate network, connect your router directly to the modem through one of its physical ports, ensuring it has multiple ports if needed. An alternative method involves powerline connectivity, though its effectiveness depends on your home's wiring setup.
Are you and the individual upstairs both covering the internet costs? If yes, I recommend installing a network switch—it’s more economical than purchasing an entire router.
Ensure the opposite end connects to the WAN port on your router, if available.
You might consider using a single router like a PFSense device with several LAN ports, allowing you to segment your networks and keep them distinct. Bandwidth restrictions can also be applied to prevent either home or neighbor connections from consuming excessive data. Most routers don’t offer many port options.