I have an SMC barricade wireless router in one part of my house, and I would like to extend my network wirelessly into the basement of the house. My guess was that I could buy a wireless bridge and put it downstairs, and then somehow have the two wirless devices communicate together. Does this sound possible? If so, do I need to buy a special bridge or can I use any? Also, can I use my original wireless AP or will I need to replace that as well with something more specific? Many, many thanks to any information at all!! PS: If possible, could any poster please cc your response to my email address? Thanks!!

What you can do is run a network cable down to your basement and then hook up a wirless access point such as one made by linksys. http://linksys.com/products/group.asp?grid=33&scid=35

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