1 modem with 1 ethernet port and two routers

[sergio.lopezsevilla]

My router only has one 1 ethernet port which is connected to a router with 1 ethernet and 4 lan if i buy another router how would i connect it?

 

[offroadguy56]

It sounds like your first "router" is actually a modem. I don't see a reason why you would need a 2nd router. If you are trying to extend the range or coverage of your WiFi you will need to get an access point instead. Using a 2nd router will just create a 2nd WiFi adding to the noise and generally lowers the connection stability.

If you insist on keeping the other router you will need to set that one to bridge mode. The one that sits between the modem and the 2nd router.

Additionally, if all you need are more LAN ports. Just buy a switch instead of a another router. Purpose built, plug in and go, no hassle.

 

[Alabalcho]

If you have separate boxes - second router will be "cascaded" to the first one. If you need that router just for WiFi coverage, you'd be better looking at WiFi Access Points