wireless network switch? Is there such a thing?

[Devrij]

Not sure if I was clear enough in the title, but is there something I can use to receive a wireless network connection and then distribute it via ethernet? I have a router in one room and the rest of my AV/console/media kit in another one. The missus has forbidden the use of ethernet cabling to connect the two rooms and homeplugs are expensive/ineffective.

In summary, is there something that works like an ethernet switch, but that is able to receive a wireless signal?

Thanks
Dev

 

[tntcoder]

Pretty sure you just want a Wireless Access Point that supports 'client mode'. You can then wire that into your switch and it should provide the wireless link you're after.

Looks like this AP supports client mode: http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=NW-038-EX&groupid=46&catid=1837&subcat=

 

[csmager]

Pretty sure you just want a Wireless Access Point that supports 'client mode'.

Also known as a 'wireless bridge' - might help when searching. e.g. Linksys WET54G.

 

[Dave L]

I'd grow a set and over-rule the missus!!

 

[ecksmen]

Not sure if I was clear enough in the title, but is there something I can use to receive a wireless network connection and then distribute it via ethernet? I have a router in one room and the rest of my AV/console/media kit in another one. The missus has forbidden the use of ethernet cabling to connect the two rooms and homeplugs are expensive/ineffective.

In summary, is there something that works like an ethernet switch, but that is able to receive a wireless signal?

Thanks
Dev

Run a cable, you'll be disappointed with wifi unless its only for very basic use that doesn't include gaming or streaming.

 

[paradigm]

I'd grow a set and over-rule the missus!!

Do it while she is out and run it through the walls.

Do it neatly and she'll never know