I have two homes on my property, with the main house being where my AT&T internet service comes in. I've set up WiFi extenders, one upstairs in the main house and another in the second home. The previous owner mentioned there's an Ethernet port in the kitchen of the main house that's connected to the second home. I'm looking for a solution that can grab the WiFi signal from the main house, plug into the Ethernet port in the kitchen, and then allow me to provide internet to the second home's Ethernet port. My goal is to connect a WiFi extender in the second house to improve the signal compared to what I'm currently getting. Does that make sense?
4 Answers
You could run an Ethernet cable from your router's LAN port to that kitchen Ethernet plug. Then, from the second house, connect another Ethernet cable to a WiFi access point to boost the signal. But please check your local electrical codes, as running Ethernet between buildings might be against some regulations.
What you need is a wireless bridge! These devices can connect to your main WiFi and send it through the Ethernet port. However, just a heads-up – it can get a bit complicated. If you're looking for simplicity, you might just want to run an Ethernet cable discreetly, like under a rug or something, to connect directly instead.
Consider using something simple like the GL.iNet Mango. It's affordable and should help you link your main home WiFi to the Ethernet port easily. Just be aware that converting wired to wireless and back can sometimes slow down the connection, but starting with a wired connection will definitely improve your speed.
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