Extend wireless network with homeplug / router?

Mel_P · 13 Sep 2011 at 23:12

Hello - can I set up a wired "bridge" via homeplugs so that the wireless range of my virgin superuselesshub is extended (same ssid, etc) via second router?

Mel

iraiguana · 13 Sep 2011 at 23:14

I believe so yes. My understanding as they effectively operate as a blind connection between the plugs, so having a wireless extender or router either end would work.

Linkex · 14 Sep 2011 at 00:37

I think what op means is to have the second router function as if it was the main router - so a pc connected to it would not know the difference? If so, I don't think that can be done with consumer grade network gear. It is possible - we a wireless system at my office that automatically hops to the strongest signal wherever you are on the campus, so someone may come and correct me.

Mel_P · 14 Sep 2011 at 12:57

Linkex said:
I think what op means is to have the second router function as if it was the main router - so a pc connected to it would not know the difference? .

Yes! Mainly use wifi for iPod Touches / netbook and the virgin superuselesshub's range is near zero ouside the bedroom it is in!

If so, I don't think that can be done with consumer grade network gear. It is possible - we have a wireless system at my office that automatically hops to the strongest signal wherever you are on the campus, so someone may come and correct me.

I don't think that I can do it either - this is not a "bridge".

Thanks