{"id":4458,"date":"2023-10-24T08:23:22","date_gmt":"2023-10-24T08:23:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skynetwave.com\/?p=4458"},"modified":"2023-10-24T08:23:24","modified_gmt":"2023-10-24T08:23:24","slug":"bypass-starlink-wifi-router","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/skynetwave.com\/bypass-starlink-wifi-router\/","title":{"rendered":"Bypass Starlink Wifi Router: Getting More from Starlink"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Many households will never need to bypass Starlink Wifi Router as the default hardware is good enough for most people.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But what if you want to add a custom router? What if you want to add more network components? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While you can add an ethernet adapter<\/a> to your Starlink setup to link it to your local area network (LAN), this may not be enough customization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0To add a more powerful router, you must bypass Starlink\u2019s Wi-Fi router.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the following guide, we\u2019ll discuss how to accomplish this task.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Does Bypassing Your Starlink Router Mean?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n


Starlink\u2019s router acts as an all-in-one. It\u2019s a modem, router and power supply for the Starlink base (receiver). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thus, you cannot replace them completely. This means you\u2019re limited or constrained to your Starlink router\u2019s limitations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For instance, the Starlink router does not support WiFi 6 technology and lacks Triband support. It only has a 1000 sq. ft. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wi-Fi range, doesn\u2019t have comprehensive built-in network monitoring or control tools.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, you can bypass the Starlink router. This will allow you to add a third-party router with better features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Man<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Man Connecting Third-Party Router<\/em>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Bypass Your Starlink Router<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll need a Starlink Ethernet adapter to successfully bypass the Starlink router<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll need to add a LAN\/ethernet port to your Standard Starlink kit.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Starlink High-Performance Kit<\/a> has a built-in ethernet port and the necessary cables.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As such, if you have that kit, we recommend discontinuing reading this guide and instead reading its official manual. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It should help you determine how to add or use an alternative router.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can purchase a Starlink Ethernet adapter from the official Starlink online shop<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When writing this guide, it was retailing for $25.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also find a third-party alternative at various online hardware stores. However, we would recommend using Starlink\u2019s official hardware where you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to the Starlink Ethernet adapter, you\u2019ll need a third-party router with an ethernet port. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll also require an ethernet cable. Most modern routers come packaged with an ethernet cable of decent quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Ethernet<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethernet Cable\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you have all the necessary prerequisites, you can bypass your Starlink Router.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1: Connect the Starlink Ethernet Adapter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

First, unplug the Starlink base cable from the bottom of your Starlink Router. Next, replace the Starlink base\u2019s connection with the corresponding connection from the Starlink Ethernet Adapter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make sure that it fits into the port securely. When that\u2019s done, connect the Starlink base cable to the corresponding port on the Starlink Ethernet Adapter.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2: Connect the 3rd Party Router to the Ethernet Adapter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Man<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Man Connecting Ethernet Cable to Router<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, connect your third-party router\u2019s ethernet cable to the corresponding port on the Starlink Ethernet Adapter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can then connect the other end of the ethernet cable to your third-party router. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You must ensure that you connect the cable to the internet or WAN port on the third-party router. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once that\u2019s done, you can power the router (third-party) on and configure it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3: Configure the 3rd Party Router<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You must configure the router according to the manufacturer. In most cases, you can use a mobile app or a desktop web app accessible from a local IP address.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nevertheless, it\u2019s best to consult the manual to minimize any complications. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, you must set a new admin password (and user name if required). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then, rename your Wi-Fi network and set a security key. You can then apply all the other default settings for your Wi-Fi router.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve completed the above steps, it\u2019s best to connect to your third-party router\u2019s Wi-Fi access point to test the connection.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You must ensure it can connect to the internet before moving on to the next step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Man<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Man Configuring Wi-Fi on a Laptop<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4. Enable Bypass Mode<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019re done configuring and connecting to your new router, you\u2019ll notice that your network has two Wi-Fi connection points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0One belongs to your original Starlink router, and the other to your new third-party router.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Having two routers or Wi-Fi points linked to a singular internet connection is not a good idea.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is a double\/two Network Address Translation (NAT)<\/a> configuration.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You could keep it this way. However, it increases the likelihood of unstable Wi-Fi and internet connections. Hence, the necessity of bypassing your Starlink router.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To enable bypass mode:<\/p>\n\n\n\n