Transform a Cheap Used Router into Wireless Extender (No Cables) | OpenWRT
Extend Your WiFi Range Wirelessly - Unlock the full potential of a cheap router! In this step-by-step tutorial, I’ll show you how to turn a $5 used router into a powerful wireless range extender + network switch using OpenWRT - no Ethernet cables required! Perfect for eliminating dead zones, boosting your smart home network, or creating a DIY home lab setup.
Discover the ultimate budget-friendly solution for smart home enthusiasts and homelab users! This customizable WiFi extender doubles as a LAN switch perfect for connecting smart home devices, gaming setups, and handling networking tasks away from your main router.
────────────────
🆘 Your support helps me make more content:
/ anasbox
https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/anasb...
https://buymeacoffee.com/anasbox
https://ko-fi.com/anasbox
────────────────
🛠️Tools Needed:
openWRT compatible router - (check compatibility HERE):
https://toh.openwrt.org/
router used in this video
https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/do...
10 minutes of your time
────────────────
🔗 Links in video
📌 openWRT firmware selector:
https://firmware-selector.openwrt.org/
📌 ip address examples for beginners:
https://gist.github.com/Anashost/26be...
📌 openWRT docs:
https://github.com/openwrt/openwrt
────────────────
🎦 Usefull videos:
DIY Smart Space Heater with Home Assistant
• Make Dumb Space Heater Smart with Home Ass...
Home Assistant Dashboard
• Home Assistant Dashboard | ULTIMATE Smart ...
────────────────
🕑 Timestamps
00:00 Explanation
00:50 Flashing openWRT
03:29 Setup openWRT Extender
────────────────
📢 Subscribe:
/ @anasbox
────────────────
✉️ Cantact:
[email protected]
────────────────
#OpenWRT #SmartHome #WiFiHack #Homelab