One computer linked to two different networks
One computer linked to two different networks
Hello, you're asking about connecting a PC that already has an Ethernet port to two separate networks. It sounds like you want to use an external NIC with an Ethernet port to link your existing LAN to another network. Yes, it's possible if you have the right setup and permissions. You'll need to ensure the external NIC is properly installed, configured, and that your network settings allow traffic between the two segments. Check your router or switch configurations to confirm they support VLANs or port-based segmentation if needed.
Simple to achieve. The PC connects to a modem and receives an IP address within a single subnet, along with a gateway. Set the second network card to use a fixed IP in that subnet and avoid adding a default gateway during configuration.
Yes, your PC can use both Ethernet ports at the same time, but it depends on how the operating system manages them.
When moving several files across various locations, yes. For a single move between two machines, no. Your internet connection will restrict you to the rate provided by your ISP. Internal network transfers will depend on the speed of the connected NIC, which I assume is around 1Gbps.