Can I use an old BT Homehub wireless router as a wireless card for my computer?

[Ricochet J]

Hi!

I have an old BT Homehub wireless router, which isn't being used. Currently my computer connects to the TalkTalk router via a 5m long ethernet cable.

I'm getting sick of the cable. Is it possible to have this setup:

1. My computer -> connected to spare router via a small ethernet cable.
2. The spare router connects via Wi-Fi to the real router that is connected to the internet.
3. Success?

In a nutshell I want to make a spare wireless router act as a wireless adapter for my PC. Can it be done?

Your advice is most welcome!

 

[dfarrall]

It could, but would be extremely complicated and would need firmware modifications.

Just buy a wireless dongle..

 

[Ricochet J]

I was kind of hoping for an "it's easy, here's how you do it" kind of answer.

I'll get onto OcUK and order a wireless card.