Bridge Mode Setup
If you, like many others, are looking to expand your home network, you've likely considered using a second router to extend your Wi-Fi coverage or provide wired connectivity to devices outside your primary router's range. One way to accomplish this is by setting up a bridge mode configuration.
When in bridge mode, a router is essentially turned into a networking device that forwards traffic between two networks. The first network is your primary network, typically created by your internet service provider's modem or your primary router. The second network is the network created by your secondary router. By connecting your secondary router to your primary router and setting it up in bridge mode, you can use its Wi-Fi capabilities to cover additional areas of your home, or connect wired devices that are outside the range of your primary router.
To set up bridge mode, you will need to access the web interface of your secondary router. This typically involves connecting a computer to the router via an Ethernet cable and navigating to its default IP address using a web browser. Once logged in, look for the "Wireless" or "Advanced" settings and configure your secondary router's wireless settings to match those of your primary router. Finally, enable bridge mode from the router's settings.
Keep in mind that bridge mode will disable certain features of your secondary router, including its ability to assign IP addresses and manage its own network. However, by setting up bridge mode correctly, you can expand your network and get the most out of your secondary router.