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Is it possible to set a router as a wireless access point without connecting it to the original router? Can I bridge wireless connections?

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Well yes and no...it depends a lot on the brand...and I think you will need to set up a VLAN...I'll look into this tommorw when I'm at work. I'll ask my boss. He has like 7 or 8 wireless labs for the schools so he probly would know...I'll get back to you more indepth tomorrow.

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What you are thinking of is WDS, aka wireless bridging. Typically wireless bridges are expensive. However the Linksys WRT54G/GS routers with a 3rd party firmware like Satori can enable WDS.

 

Wireless bridging generally is not recommended as there is higher latency for starters. Direct bridging with ethernet cable is always recommended.

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