NETGEAR is aware of a growing number of phone and online scams. To learn how to stay safe click here.
Forum Discussion
Wifi with Readynas Duo
i'm looking for a way to connect my ReadyNas Duo through Wifi instead of ethernet cable... My problem is that i have three ReadyNas and only 2 free slots in my router... So i really need to use wif...
Just to be clear, you use the switch with your router (it doesn't replace it). In addition to what mdgm said, a router also provides internet access and a firewall to protect your home network. A switch is the right way to expand your [wired] home network. If you also want to upgrade your wifi, then you would want to upgrade your router in addition to adding the switch.
The switch you referenced will solve your problem. You connect all your local ethernet connections to the new switch, and add one more cable between the router and the switch. (You leave the WAN connection on your router alone). Remember that you need cat5e or cat6 cable!
Then your ethernet speeds go up, and you have more connections. Your router continues to work, and you still can access everything over WiFi.
The switch you referenced will solve your problem. You connect all your local ethernet connections to the new switch, and add one more cable between the router and the switch. (You leave the WAN connection on your router alone). Remember that you need cat5e or cat6 cable!
Then your ethernet speeds go up, and you have more connections. Your router continues to work, and you still can access everything over WiFi.
NETGEAR Academy
Boost your skills with the Netgear Academy - Get trained, certified and stay ahead with the latest Netgear technology!
Join Us!
