How to Provide LAN Connection in an Office with WAN-Only Connectors
What should you do when faced with WAN-only connectors in an office that requires a LAN connection for internet access?
Overview:
Steps to Provide LAN Connection:
1. Confirm the office's network requirements: Ensure that the office actually needs a LAN connection. If their devices can connect to the internet via a wireless connection, then a LAN connection may not be necessary. Confirm this with the customer.
2. Install a wireless router: If a LAN connection is indeed required, you can install a wireless router in the office. The router will create a wireless network that devices can connect to for internet access.
3. Connect the router to the WAN port: As the connectors on the wall plate are for WAN connections only, you will need to connect the router to one of these ports. This will establish the connection between the office's network and the DSL service from the ISP.
4. Configure the wireless router: Once the router is connected, you will need to configure it to work with the DSL internet service. This may involve entering the ISP's information (such as username and password) into the router's settings.
5. Connect devices to the wireless network: After configuring the router, devices within the office can connect to the wireless network by selecting the network name (SSID) and entering the network password, if required.
By following these steps, you can provide the office with a LAN connection through a wireless router, allowing their devices to connect to the internet. Remember to test the connection to ensure it is working properly.