Extended router LAN port

[msamiullah]

Hi I have a router on the second floor of the house and have a streaming box at the ground floor. The streaming device only accepts LAN cable (wireless is not supported). Is there a way I can setup another router next to my streaming box which accepts wireless signal (and internet off course) from my first router and then I can connect the second router with streaming box via LAN cable ?

Thanks

 

[kanewolf]

You want a "wireless bridge" capability. A router with alternate firmware (DD-WRT, Tomato) can provide that capability or they sell dedicated devices, sometimes called "gaming adapters" because of game consoles not having WIFI capabilities.

 

[Pooneil]

Some off the shelf routers have bridging functions built in. Asus is one brand that supports this, at least on some models. Check the specs on a models compatible with your router (N vs AC etc.) and in your price range. Bridges almost always work better than built in wifi on gaming consoles, TVs & etc. because they can be positioned for better signal reception.

 

[g90814]

You might want to consider powerline networking.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833704164

 

[Calvin Bowens]

Something like this: http://store.linksys.com/linksys-WUMC710-wireless-media-connector-wifi-5ghz-bridge_stcVVproductId149779333VVcatId550467VVviewprod.htm

 

[kanewolf]

Something like this: http://store.linksys.com/linksys-WUMC710-wireless-media-connector-wifi-5ghz-bridge_stcVVproductId149779333VVcatId550467VVviewprod.htm

That would work. As @g90814 recommended, powerline networking can many times be more reliable than wireless.