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TP-Link WR340G - Wifi Receiver/Network Extender
bod1467
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I'm not sure of the term. I have a BT HomeHub4. I have this TP-Link device spare and was thinking (as an experiment) of using it to connect to the HH4 wifi network and make the TP-Link LAN ports part of the network. (e.g. to connect TV etc. to the network without needing long LAN cables back to the HH4).
Is this possible? If yes, how would I configure it?
TIA.
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It's a wireless router, not a wifi extender/repeater, so if you wanted to use it, you'll need to run a cable to it, then you can use its wifi and the network ports.1. Have you tried to Google the answer?
2. If you were in the other person's shoes, how would you react?
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.Homeplugs ?... (e.g. to connect TV etc. to the network without needing long LAN cables back to the HH4)
e.g. http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/networks-pl200-100uks-200mbps-powerline-kit-12-99-currys-pc-world-ebay-outlet-quidco-1799857If you put your general location in your Profile, somebody here may be able to come and help you.0 -
however it can be used as a wifi repeater, when set up as such. Would have to dig out the user guide to tell you how.......Gettin' There, Wherever There is......
I have a dodgy "i" key, so ignore spelling errors due to "i" issues, ...I blame Apple0 -
It was really just a thought as an experiment.
If it's set up as a wifi repeater, does that mean the LAN ports also become part of the network? (That's really the goal I'm looking for).
And yes - I know about homeplugs. But I have this TP-Link device lying doing nothing ... if it could be made to perform the function I'm seeking then cost = £0 ... these are the Money SAVING Expert forums after all.
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Yes, if you run a cable to it, then 3 of the 4 ports will become part of the network. (the first port will be the one you plug the cable into).
I have 3 old wifi routers set up like that around the house (walls are thick stone)1. Have you tried to Google the answer?
2. If you were in the other person's shoes, how would you react?
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That defeats the object of the exercise then.
I was looking to make those LAN ports active via the WIFI part - i.e. avoiding the need to run any cables TO the TP-Link device. 0 -
Would WDS bridging give you the result you desire?
I do this at home with a TP-Link router and a virgin Superhub, works just fine. Though I don't use the LAN ports from the TP-Link. I'll test it later anyway.
If your router doesn't have this functionality then this can't be done, obviously.Friendly greeting!0
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