I only used Telnet to test internet access, i.e ping by IP (routing check) and host name (DNS check). If you changed the username during its first startup, it was only changed for web access, linux/DD-WRT login is always root. On Windows 7 Network Map, PCs from Router 2 network appear connected through a Bridge, as opposed to Switch for devices on Router 1 network.Ī quick tip for those new to Linux and struggling to access their DD-WRT router over Telnet. Does not ask for a password, will use the configuration on Wireless pages. Status -> Wireless -> Site survey to Join a network. Learn about measures you can take to prevent exposures. In repeater bridge mode, a wireless client can connect to either your main router or your secondary router (repeater bridge).
I am only using 1 physical wireless interface on both routers for this setup, no virtual ones. In the V23 firmware, you can set up the bridge from the Wireless->Wireless Mode menu. IT pros cant rely on software vendors to eliminate vulnerabilities in their products. Preamble = Short (read in some article on the net, not sure if it’s needed or not). Router (Router 2), LAN & WAN (LAN would probably work too, since WAN is disabled).Īdvanced Wireless Settings. Setup - Advanced Routing, operating mode: Username: - replace it with your domain name. DYNDNS Server: - the name of the server should not be changed. You will need to fill out the following fields: DDNS Service: Custom. Local IP Address = 192.168.1.2/255.255.255.0 Log in to your router’s web interface and go to Setup > DDNS. WAN Connection Type = Automatic configuration - DHCP. For reference: DD-WRT v24-sp2 (08/07/10) std (SVN revision 14896). Both internet and local network are now working. TP-Link TL-WR1043ND, same version, regular firwmare (8MB), later Router 2.ĭespite routers run on Broadcom and Atheros chips, it was possible to configure them to cooperate. 1 / 24 on DD-WRTs setup tab as this will be the routers ip and set DHCP to start.