I would like to set this up in my basement to directly plug in my PS4 and PC but the distance from my modem is too far to use an ethernet cable. Can I wirelessly connect the router to my modem or does it have to be directly wired? null

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TheArtist · Accepted Answer

Yes the distance isn't the greatest but it has the download and upload speed

crfulshopper · Answer

As far as I can tell, you must connect the router via an ethernet cable from your modem into the router and after that you can use the router wirelessly OR via the four ethernet ports in the back. If your PC doesn't have wi-fi, you can get an extra long ethernet cable to connect it directly to the router.

Answered by crfulshopper 9 years ago

djxuqyz · Answer

Why not move the modem closer

DjayD · Answer

In short buy a long Ethernet cable. Connect your modem to your router, get your wifi working. As long as your ISP is good enough this router will be strong enough to give u the wifi speed ur looking for. If you want to use an Ethernet cable you will need a long enough cable regardless. You will be able to connect this router both devices using the Ethernet ports on the back. IMO id connect directly through wifi. Saves you a mess of cords and saves you money on cords. I'm running my Ps4 on this routers wifi and I couldent be more happy. 

To answer the question. Your modem needs to be connected to the router period.

CommunityAnswer · Answer

Yes, the router does have to be directly wired to the modem.

“I would like to set this up in my basement to directly plug in my PS4 and PC but the distance from my modem is too far to use an ethernet cable. Can I wirelessly connect the router to my modem or does it have to be directly wired?”

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