Integrating Wireless with Ethernet Connectivity

Perhaps you have a laptop that you want connected wirelessly, or maybe you don't want to run an Ethernet cable to connect your kid's Xbox for Internet gaming. If you have an existing Ethernet network you can easily add wireless connectivity for a few devices. You also may want certain devices connected via Ethernet cable for the added security.

Many wireless access points have Ethernet ports that enable you to connect them to an existing wired network. You also can use these Ethernet ports when you initially configure an access point (AP), which is handy in case you make a mistake while configuring the AP and lose wireless connectivity.