Need some help configuring a router

[HelplmChoking]

So I'm trying to set up a router/AP thing so that I can connect multiple devices to it, and then the network the router is connected to will only see one device, not the individual users.

 

For some background; my brother lives in an apartment shared among 4 people, but their internet is provided through a wireless AP in the hallway, shared among multiple apartments. The provider only allows 4 devices per apartment (assholes) and obviously they have more than that. There's an Ethernet jack (which works) in one of the rooms, so I was hoping to connect a dedicated AP to that in the hopes that the network will only see that connection, and not the devices connected to that AP.

To do this, will I be able to just leave DHCP enabled and let the router figure things out itself, or will I need to mess with things a little?

[jslowik]

How do they know which devices are from which apartment to limit to 4?

 

Does that limit only apply to that shared access point? Would adding a personal access point to the network connection you mentioned bypass that restriction entirely?

[HelplmChoking]

1 minute ago, jslowik said:

How do they know which devices are from which apartment to limit to 4?

 

Does that limit only apply to that shared access point? Would adding a personal access point to the network connection you mentioned bypass that restriction entirely?

So they have to log in to an account, which only allows 4 devices at once. I was hoping they would be able to connect using one device, then hide the individual devices behind that.

[jslowik]

I'm not a networking guy beyond basic stuff, but if that restriction doesn't just apply to the shared WAP you may be out of luck. If you could hide devices that are ultimately connected to that access point I don't think they'd be usable. Each device would need an IP for proper routing.

 

Your only real shot is if that connection restriction is only applied to that WAP. If you can install your own on that wired connection and not have to deal with it you'd be golden.

 

I'm not good on packet routing. IP/MAC addresses and whatnot. Someone correct me

[HelplmChoking]

3 minutes ago, jslowik said:

I'm not a networking guy beyond basic stuff, but if that restriction doesn't just apply to the shared WAP you may be out of luck. If you could hide devices that are ultimately connected to that access point I don't think they'd be usable. Each device would need an IP for proper routing.

 

Your only real shot is if that connection restriction is only applied to that WAP. If you can install your own on that wired connection and not have to deal with it you'd be golden.

 

I'm not good on packet routing. IP/MAC addresses and whatnot. Someone correct me

Good point, I'm heading over there tomorrow to try it. I'm pretty sure NAT tables allow multiple private IPs behind one public IP, but I've never tried it. Thanks for chipping in anyway, I'll let you know how it turns out.

[jslowik]

Every time I've seen that come up it's in the context of a server and involves port forwarding. Though, as mentioned, this isn't my area

 

If you come up with a solution please do let me know. I'm always interested in more knowledge. Good luck!

[Donut417]

10 hours ago, Rangaman42 said:

Good point, I'm heading over there tomorrow to try it. I'm pretty sure NAT tables allow multiple private IPs behind one public IP, but I've never tried it. Thanks for chipping in anyway, I'll let you know how it turns out.

Biggest issue there is you will probably be double NATed. Im guessing all these Wireless APs around the building are connected to the same router. Have you thought about just purchasing your own service if possible? It might be better.