Local networks are conventionally divided into two main types: cable and wireless. Naturally, for the joint work of stationary and mobile computers, it is recommended to combine these networks into a single whole.
Necessary
- - patch cords;
- - switch;
- - Wi-Fi router.
Instructions
Step 1
There are two main methods for making a wired and wireless connection. In the first case, you need to reconnect stationary computers to the equipment that connects laptops to a wireless network. Disconnect all PCs from the switch or router.
Step 2
Connect the loose ends of the patch cords to the LAN ports of the Wi-Fi router. Further work with the network depends on the parameters of the wireless equipment. If you are using the DHCP function, reset the parameters of the network cards of the computers. To do this, open the properties of the connection to the router.
Step 3
Navigate to TCP / IP options. Find and enable the "Obtain an IP address automatically" function. Now activate the item "Obtain DNS server address automatically". Follow these steps with the network cards of other computers.
Step 4
If you are not using the DHCP function, set the appropriate IP address values for the network cards of the new computers. Remember that IP addresses must be on the same subnet mask for stable operation of the internetwork. It is best to use addresses where the first three segments match.
Step 5
If your Wi-Fi router does not have enough LAN ports to connect all the computers you need, use a slightly different network scheme. Purchase a straight crimp patch cord. Use it to connect the network hub to the LAN port of the router. It is necessary to use the switch with which the computers of the local network are connected.
Step 6
Now reconfigure the parameters of the network adapters of the required PCs. To do this, use the methods described in the previous steps. After the computers are connected to a single network, configure the sharing settings. This will allow you to quickly share the files you want and use the shared network resources.
