Many home networks now contain multiple routers without the owner even knowing it. Many cable and DSL modems have a router built in. Therefore, if you have another router in the system, you then have multiple routers. A VoIP phone adapter is also a common way to have multiple routers in a home network. Fortunately, setting up a Slingbox to a multiple router home network is easy.
Instructions
1. Identify all the routers in your network. Check the bottom of all your switchgear equipment (devices with Ethernet jacks) and look for anything labeled "Router."
2. Determine which of the routers in your network is the primary router. The primary router is the one that's closest to the outside world, closest to the Internet connection coming into the house. If the cable/DSL modem contains a router, it's the primary router.
3. Follow the directions that come with the Slingbox for "Setup." When you come to the step for connecting the Ethernet cables, make sure that you connect the Slingbox to the primary router. Connecting the Slingbox to the primary router allows for the easiest and most straightforward setup.
4. Continue the Slingbox setup with the software installation. When prompted for the router, make sure to identify the router that the Slingbox is connected to as the primary router.
5. Finish the Slingbox setup and enjoy watching your home television channels remotely on your laptop or smartphone.
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