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One DSL connection - want to use two routers - one to provide wireless connectivity - can I do it?

I have a hotel with DSL service.
I have two routers, one which serves as a hub for my LAN.
I want to use another router to provide wireless connectivity for my guests.
I want that router to use a different IP than my LAN, so guests can't get on the lan.

Can I set one up as an access point using a different IP system?

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zephyr_hex (Megan)

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zephyr_hex (Megan)

by the way, you will need 2 static IP's in order to do this. each router will need its own IP

zephyr_hex (Megan)

actually, i take back my last statement. you would only need 2 static IP's if you were doing something like VPN. you can use the config i suggested without the static IPs

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davidis99

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forgot to list the order of the connections -

DSL modem
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Wired Router
! !
Wireless PCs
Router

jimmysupport

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I can get connectivity - if I set router b to 172.16.151
(router A is 172.16.1.1) but it allows browsing of my LAN.

If I change router b to 172.16.2.1 and turn on dhcp,
and connect to wan port - the status shows I am connected to 172.16.1.1 and evrything looks good, but I can't get out to the Internet.

jimmysupport

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I got the connection working - however - it seems as though unless I purchase another IP from Verizon - everyone can see anything they want.

jimmysupport

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How come the system won't allow split points for this question?