Most providers set up your computer or laptop for free when connected. But if you need to create a miniature home local network with Internet access, then you have to carry out these manipulations yourself.
It is necessary
- Wi-Fi router
- network cables
Instructions
Step 1
To build and configure your own home LAN, you need a network hub. If you plan to provide Internet access to all computers and laptops of the future network, then it is better to use a router or Wi-Fi router.
Step 2
Purchase one of these devices. When choosing between a router and a Wi-Fi router, you need to be guided by the presence or absence of laptops in the future network.
Step 3
To connect to the network and computers and laptops, use a Wi-Fi router. Connect this device to your provider's cable. To do this, use the Internet or WAN port on the device.
Step 4
First, download the latest software version for it from the official website of the manufacturer of this equipment. Connect the Wi-Fi router to a computer or laptop that contains the firmware file. Use any LAN port for this.
Step 5
Open your browser and enter an address in the following format in the address bar: https://192.168.0.1, where the numbers represent the IP address of the device. You can find it out by carefully studying the instructions
Step 6
Open the Firmware or Firmware item in the Tools menu. Click the Browse button, specify the path to the firmware file and click Update. Reboot your router.
Step 7
Open “Network Setup” or Internet Connection Setup. Fill in the neodymium fields as required by your provider. Be sure to enter your login and password for accessing the Internet.
Step 8
Go to “Wi-Fi Network” or Wireless Setting. Open the wireless settings panel. Set a name and password for your future network. Specify the data transfer type and encryption option, such as 802.11g and WPA-PSK.
Step 9
Save the settings. Reboot your Wi-Fi router. Connect all computers to the LAN ports of the device, and laptops to the wireless access point.
