Can my older Linksys E2500 be 'slaved' to this via Ethernet cable in order to make the older model a separate access point? null

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Cabot · Accepted Answer

Followup: I had to set my older Linksys router to "Bridge Mode" by plugging it in, running a direct ethernet cable out to my laptop, and then entering the old router's ip address 192.168.1.1 (I had never changed the router default) in my browser's web address bar. This took me to a router setup screen that had the 'Bridge Mode' option at the bottom of the settings menu. This allowed a separate wifi access point with separate (original) router name/pw to be set up in my bedroom with full signal. Signal was ok with the new main router but is block home with master bedroom fairly far from center of house. Having the separate access point with full bars is nice.

Answered by Cabot 8 years ago

Nate · Answer

Yes as long as the E2500 can be configured as an access point in it's router configuration.

hank · Answer

you will have to separate networks. I had that but it really isn t needed with this model. I shut down my other router and this one handles all devices just fine.Even the tv doesn t buffer any more.

Linksys Staff · Answer

If you plan to cascade the Linksys E2500 to the Linksys EA8300, then you can go with LAN to WAN type of connection, Cabot. For more details, please refer to this link: https://www.linksys.com/us/support-article?articleNum=132275

Answered by Linksys Staff 8 years ago

Lobitolou · Answer

Yes, you can "cascade" your older Linksys router as a separate access point. But you will need to change the ip address. Both routers cannot have the same ip address. They likely have the same ip address if they are both Linksys routers. This can be done by accessing the admin settings of the router. Search online for instructions on changing the ip address for one of the routers or call Linksys support.

Answered by Lobitolou 8 years ago

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Mightyjoe · Answer

I am not sure about that. But I don’t think you need a slaved, this is the best route I have ever used. It covered large area; I went to basement 2nd floor, all great

“Can my older Linksys E2500 be 'slaved' to this via Ethernet cable in order to make the older model a separate access point?”

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