Turn a compatible router into an access point and avoid double NAT or competing DHCP servers.
Before you begin
- Connect to the router by Wi-Fi or Ethernet.
- Keep the router powered and avoid interrupting updates.
- Record important settings before changing them.
Step-by-step instructions
- Connect to the secondary router and back up its settings.
- Enable access point mode if available.
- Connect the main router LAN to the access point uplink or specified port.
- Choose channel and placement settings that complement the main network.
Planning considerations
Write down the current configuration, understand which devices will be affected, and schedule disruptive changes when reconnecting devices is manageable.
Security and compatibility
Use supported features, official firmware, unique credentials, and the least-permissive rule that meets the need.
Testing the change
Test from more than one device, verify internet and local-network access, and roll back using your notes or backup if behaviour is worse.
Menu names differ between manufacturers. Use the label, official manual, or built-in help for model-specific wording.
Reviewed for clarity and general compatibility. Router menus vary by model and firmware.