Yes, it is possible to use two (or even more than two) routers on the same home network. The benefits of a two-router network include: Improved wireless reach (signal range): Adding a second wireless router to an existing Wi-Fi network can extend its reach to accommodate far away devices.

Can we connect two routers?

Home wireless routers can be connected using Ethernet cable in the same way as wired routers are connected. Connecting two home routers over wireless is also possible, but in most configurations, the second router can only function as a wireless access point instead of a router.

Can I use a splitter to combine two routers?

You can also use an Ethernet splitter to connect one cable modem directly to two computers. Instead of connecting one end of each of the Ethernet cables to the wireless routers, connect each one to a computers Ethernet network jack.

How can I use my old router as a wifi extender?

Configure your repeater routerConnect the ethernet cable to the router you want to use as your wi-fi booster and power it on. In the wireless repeater settings, change it from Access Point (AP) to the repeater option (for some routers you might have to create a wireless bridge).More items

Will two routers make internet slower?

Will Adding a Router Increase Speed? Network bandwidth is much the same as a plumbing system. If your Wi-Fi is slow, adding a second router can improve data flow if your Wi-Fi was slow, but it wont help if your internet service was slow too. There are three components to a Wi-Fi network that all work together.