In this example, the DD-WRT router detects one network with SSID bordella available. The router is open (no security), so to repeat it, simply click “Join” to create the association.


Troubleshooting


If you can’t seem to access the Internet from a client connected to the repeater, first check that the repeater is successfully connected to the host router.

Click Status/Router and scroll to the bottom of the page. There you will see a summary of the DD-WRT router’s WAN connection – has it received an IP address, DNS and gateway from the host router? If the IP is 0.0.0.0, it has not, and your client connection between the DD-WRT router and host router is not working.

Some people find it helpful to configure the DD-WRT as a simple wireless client first, before setting it up as a repeater. You can configure DD-WRT as a client on the Wireless/Basic page. As a client, you do not have a virtual interface, since the client can only share the host router through wired connections.

If client mode does not work, be sure to check the security arrangement between the host router and the DD-WRT router. Once client mode works with a wired PC, you can then change DD-WRT from “client” to “repeater” and add the virtual interface.


Advanced Repeating


If you’re feeling especially adventurous, it is possible to set up your repeater to dynamically repeat any open (unsecured) host AP in the vicinity. The primary application for this would be to use your repeater in an, ahem, mobile configuration.

Click on Wireless/Basic and set the SSID for the Physical Interface to blank. Now click Administration/Command and enter into the command field:

nvram set wl_ssid=""

Click Save Startup and restart the router. Now DD-WRT will behave as a promiscuous repeater, which will consort with the first open AP it finds. Also, “promiscuous repeater” makes a great band name.

For the especially sophisticated, you can download a DD-WRT script called AutoAP, which can dynamically detect and repeat an available AP with the strongest signal, and can even associate with secure APs if you provide a set of keys to choose from.



ADDED FOR **** AND WIRESS 'BORROWING' APPLICATIONS:

Reboot both computer and Linksys. Once rebooted, unplug the cable going from your laptop/computer to the linksys, any existing internet/ethernet cable to your router and make sure your laptop wireless connection is on, and search for the new SSID you created earlier, and log on. Use your 'preferred networks' setting to bring your new SSID to the 'top' of the list of available wireless. If you created a passphrase or key, then enter it, but for now, lets not worry about security if you can log on to the network.

Once connected,IT'S ****/*** TIME! Turn off your receiver from the rear switch. Turn off linksys router. Plug cat5 cable from port 1 on back of router to ****. Power on STB receiver, power on router as well. Let both fully reboot.

Wait til the 'network adapt connect' appears, then go into ipconfig in main menu. Set to DHCP, use DNS- YES, set DNS IP as what you changed the router address to in Step 2 above, Server Port is 1920, then click 'Apply'.

If you get TV, GREAT!. If not, go to menu, PVR, 'network download', (will likely fail), then go back to IPconfig and reset your settings. Turn STB off from back then back on.

Enjoy!


For added security, use a program called SMAC 2.0.5 PRO that enables you to change your MAC and IP address of your computer. This effectively makes it 'anonymous' who is 'borrowing' your neighbors wi-fi. So when the big black truck pulls up outside, and guys wearing suits and/or tactical outfits come knocking at (or breaking down) your door, all you have to do is smash your ****, since there is no physical trail leading directly to your connection. Use either of these serials to enable SMAC to the full registered version-

SMC2U-00C8-5612-1234-2615-5945 OR SMC2U-00C8-4646-4646-F5BC-E87E


ALSO- I found the router picks up the best signals near windows/glass, and ideally that's close to where you have your ****/TV.

When all is said and done, here is a crude diagram of how it will function.



"Borrowed wireless with router", wirelessly picked up by your Linksys (NO ethernet cable going into the main port). On Linksys, output port 1 goes to ****. output port 2 goes to another computer, your TV dinner, where-ever. And your laptop now picks up the wireless signal. BEST PART- lets say with your laptop now you can only pick up 1 or 2 "bars" from an unsecured signal and it drops even if you move 1 inch. Once you set this up, find that 'sweet spot' where the connection never drops. Leave your router there. Now, whenever you pick up wireless with your laptop, you'll have max signal. By using a download/upload measuring tool on the web, my wireless download and upload speeds increased CONSIDERABLY than had they were set before.