I need more outlets on my network and have an old router (DLink DI-604) laying around. I am wandering if I can install it as a switch after my first router (Linksys BEFSX41)? I am using DSL from my ISP. I would like it to be on the same network as the first router. I have 8.1 installed on all computers activated with MTK 2.5-B5 dll injection method. Basically this would be the layout - DSL modem>Linksys>DLink>computer Thanks for all help.
disable DHCP and use plugs 1-4 not the internet port to other router. use ports 1-4 so it gives u 3 for computers 1 to router and internet port not used to bypass firewall of dlink
I definitely agree. I have seen people do that so many times. I think I'm most surprised that it actually works more often than not. But the result is double NAT on the LAN.. I always fix it when I see someone do that. I think a lot of "routers" are programmed for that situation, such as the Airport Extreme.
i would do it backwards to prevent wifi issues.. wifi router first, then the linksys hardwired with no dhcp piggy backing from dlink dhcp modem>dlinkwifi> linksys hardwire router. no dhcp port 1-4 only, 3 to pc, 1 to router