Connecting 2 wireless networks (bridging?)


  1. Posts : 112
    Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit
       #1

    Connecting 2 wireless networks (bridging?)


    Hi, At home I have my wireless network, my next door neighbour has his wireless network, we wish to connect the two to share files and play xbox via LAN, they are in range as i can connect to my network with my phone from his house. I have a D-Link DIR615 (Virgin Media) router. not too sure what his router is, Will this be possible?

    Thanks,

    Dave.
      My Computer


  2. Posts : 8,870
    Windows 7 Ult, Windows 8.1 Pro,
       #2

    You really need to be on the same network using a common default gateway in order to share folders and files. A typical LAN gaming connection also needs to be on the same network.

    It is possible to set it up a LAN for gaming or sharing files using a single router with a wireless bridge or A/P "access point" placed in the optimal location which one of you would need to connect to but that is the same as being part of their network.
      My Computer


 

  Related Discussions
Our Sites
Site Links
About Us
Windows 7 Forums is an independent web site and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Microsoft Corporation. "Windows 7" and related materials are trademarks of Microsoft Corp.

© Designer Media Ltd
All times are GMT -5. The time now is 13:55.
Find Us