Support for two networks, enabling devices on one network to communicate with those on another.
Support for two networks, enabling devices on one network to communicate with those on another.
Advanced routers enable routing between networks, though most home routers treat you as having a single L2 network. Tools like pfSense can handle this, but it requires significant configuration. The simplest approach is to set up a VPN on the desktop for printer access and avoid using the direct network link. Alternatively, connect both networks via physical cables in the desktop that need access, rather than routing them at the router level.
Hi, as discussed earlier, the issue arises because the router on Network B isn’t aware of the 192.168.0.x range. Even connecting it to a switch doesn’t resolve the problem. You have a few options: 1. Use a VPN—configure a server on one router and a client on another; the VPN handles routing. (The simplest) 2. Link Router A and B directly or via a switch, then configure static routes on both devices so they understand the paths and ports for traffic. (The quickest) Avoid setting up a managed switch as it adds complexity with routing rules.
1. Switch your network side to match the remote network's subnet using static IPs outside its DHCP range (you likely have few devices, so it should be straightforward).
2. Consider using a VPN, but ensure both sides can handle it (do routers support VPN?).
3. Upgrade your WiFi router to one that supports multiple LAN ports (like Mikrotik).
4. PfSence is an excellent choice (as previously noted) and offers many additional advantages.