home wired network and internet

[introspec]

I'm setting up a small home network. The main segment of the network will be wired into 1Gb Ethernet network (to speed up communications with the file server). Specifically, I'll have 2 PCs, file server and network printer all connected to a 1Gb hub. This hub used to be connected to the broadband modem/router using a cable.

Due to the changed house layout, I would like to get rid of this cable. Since the modem/router also supports wifi, I thought that it would be nice to simply connect my hub to a wifi range extender. Would this do the trick or do I need to do something more sophisticated? Will my wireless devices be able to access the wired network in this case? Could you perhaps recommend a specific model of an extender?

 

[digitaldoc]

Yes, you can certainly change your wired network to wireless. You should realize that by having a wired network it is more likely to be faster and secure. I have attached an extender that should serve your needs.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833122590&cm_re=wifi_range_extender-_-33-122-590-_-Product

 

[introspec]

Thank you, digitaldoc. I do understand the added risks of wireless networking, so will take care of the proper set up of file and device sharing.

 

[digitaldoc]

Yes, and also make sure to encrypt it with WPA2, and a long enough password with letters and numbers.

 

[introspec]

Will do