Yes, you can set up your own small network.
Yes, you can set up your own small network.
Hello everyone, I’m heading to university this fall. My room has wired Ethernet already connected. I’ll have a router, a NAS, a network printer, and I plan to bring an Xbox, Switch, laptop, desktop, some tablets, my phone, and maybe a few more gadgets. I’m not sure it’s that easy—just plugging an Ethernet cable into the router’s internet port and setting up DHCP for everything? My goal is to build a private network in my room that connects to the common areas for devices like my laptop and phone. This way, I can enjoy better security and reliability without relying on the property’s WiFi. I’m looking for advice on how to set this up so all my devices can communicate while staying isolated from the main network. Do you have any suggestions?
The university doesn't actually own the property; it's managed privately for students. I reviewed the tenancy agreement and found no mention of internet beyond the fact that it's provided without restrictions on UL/DL. It seems they're trying to understand how everything functions. My router should appear as if it's coming from the building, acting like my ISP, or setting up DHCP might clash with the host network's configuration?