Can you have 2 Wi-Fi hubs?

Yes, it is possible to use two (or even more than two) routers on the same home network. The benefits of a two-router network include: Support for more wired devices: If the first router is the wired Ethernet kind, it supports a limited number of connected devices (typically only four or five).

How do I setup 2 routers on the same network wirelessly?

Set the Internet Gateway of router 2 to router 1’s IP address. Connect the two routers using a wired connection from any of port 1-4 in router 1 to any of port 1-4 in router 2. You can use a Wireless Media Bridge or Powerline Ethernet Kit to create a wired connection. DO NOT use router 2’s WAN port.

How do I set up a second wireless router?

Firstly, you need to give your second router an “Internet IP address”. This is different than the LAN IP address, which you saw above is 10.0.01 for my router. The Internet IP Address will simply be any available IP address on your first wireless network.

How do I connect the Home Hub to another router/switch?

Here’s what you need to do Connect from one of the Home Hub’s Ethernet ports to the main port on your other router/switch Log in to the Home Hub interface and turn off DHCP. On the Hub v1, go to ‘Advanced > Configuration > IP Addresses’.

Should you add a second router to your home or business?

If you experience poor wireless network connections in your home or business, then you might want to add a second router to extend the range of your network. Adding a second router to your wireless network can improve the reach of your Wi-Fi. By now, you probably already know the Wi-Fi blackout areas in your home.

How do I use BT Home Hub as the main router?

Using the BT Home Hub as the main router. 1 Connect from one of the Home Hub’s Ethernet ports to the main port on your other router/switch. 2 Disable wi-fi on the Home Hub – details. 3 Log in to the Home Hub interface and turn off DHCP. On the Hub v1, go to ‘Advanced > Configuration > IP Addresses’. On the Hub v2m go to ‘Settings >