How To Set Up Wifi Router On Workplace Computer?

I know how to set one up at home, but it seems like it's a bit different at work
as a simple plug in play isn't enough.

My workplace pc has a LAN/cable connection into the PC. I brought my TP LINK
wifi router to work and I unplugged the ethernet cable from the PC and plugged it into my router's main port. I then used another ethernet cable and plugged it into slot 1 of the router and plugged the other end back into the PC.

I tried both automatic setting and manually changing the IP4 info to be exactly the same as my PC settings (the ip address, gateway, dns).

No internet connection is found.

I'm guessing it might have to do with the workplace's network server has some kind of setting or feature that won't allow me to just plug in a wifi router and get access to the internet. Any suggestions?

And yes, I will have asked them to put wifi in my room but it's like 6 months ago and still no wifi, so I just wanted to try and set my own up.

 

The Network Administrator at your workplace will be able to help you with this.
You will likely need their permission if you wish to use their bandwidth privately.

Good Luck!

 

Sorry, I figured it out.
I just had to change the IP4 properties to automatic and then access my router login and change the network settings in there to be identical to the network settings set up for my PC. Then I can connect the ethernet cable back into my router and done, now I have access to internet via wifi.

 

Thank you, just read your message now.
I was able to get it to work. Yes, I only want to use it for a short time (when I need to upload videos via my smartphone) because my data plan is only 1.5 gb a month and I can easily use that up in a few uploads

 

You sound like an Admins nightmare, creating your own wifi in the office is an issues for the IT dept. I hope no one exploits that wifi. Just because you asked 6 months ago doesn't give you the right to go rogue, do you understand (most) companies do what they do becasue of security concerns?? This would likely be grounds for termination if that company is worth its salt. WOW just WOW!!

 

Seriously?
Let us know when you get fired...

 

"Safer" ways, if the phone is Android, just plug it in the computer and it can be read like an external drive (unless IT disabled USB).
Apple - IOS get a USB key that has plugs for Apple and regular USB, copy from the phone to the key, then plug it in the computer and copy them over.
Less risky. But if you're also planning on using the companie's Internet to save your data - then forget it all & brush up your resume / CV.
I know you came for help, but believe me we are trying to help you.

 

I agree most of what you all said but at the same time this not a company or some corporate office. I'm not in the middle of a downtown core or the business district or tech district etc. It's nothing even close to that.
There's literally no one in this area that is close enough to even receive my wifi router signal so nobody is going to access or hack my wifi.
I'm just curious, what kind of threats are you all worried about? Real legitimate threats...I would like to know.
I appreciate you guys care about my job status lol. Don't worry about it. I've been doing this for 10+ years. I'm not worried about losing this job and they are not going to fire me over just wanting to access the internet and even IF I do, I could probably use the rest and or a change in career anyways.

I just want to know honestly, what risks are you worried about? I don't understand how accessing the internet via a wifi router is actually dangerous if no one is around here to even be able to access my wifi signal. Are you saying someone could hack into the network through my wifi (like the weak link in the entire chain) or someone could steal my bank info and other personal data?

 

You are connecting an unauthorized device to the company's network.
That's a security risk to the company.

You are using the company's internet data without permission. It's the same as using the company's phone or copier for personal reasons.
In a nutshell... you are stealing from the company.

 

Thanks everyone for your concern.
Not to worry.
I asked them again yesterday and we got it all set up.
I took my own personal wifi router back home.

 

They can gain access to your employer's network and steal your employer's info and money. That should matter to you.

 

What you need to grasp is this........if your company faces any assets at the internet, they are open to intrusion from many angles!
These assets may consist of Company LAN's (Internal Networks), Company 'Back-End' Databases, Production servers that host Company websites, Cell phone applications, Director and Employee personal information etc, etc.

One of the largest threats today come from unauthorized Staff Devices accessing the internal network.

Think of it this way..........your boss allows you to hook your cell phone to his company network!
No problem you say?
Maybe not for you, but what about Julie the receptionist?
She has the same access for her device, but on her lunch break, she disconnects out of area from your building and heads down to McDonalds for lunch.
She has been here many times before, so her internal network adapter in her phone, auto connects to the Macca's public hotspot.
The network says, yes I know you....you are trusted, come in.

Little known to anyone, a man-in-the-middle sits at the far table accessing every piece of network traffic that comes across the hotspot.
Because they can see your traffic, they have access to your device but your oblivious to this.

Whats to stop them placing a 'backdoor' entrance script on you device that they can access anytime they choose whilst its powered up?
What if they do this whilst Julie is back at work and hooked back up to the companies private network?

I dont have to tell you of the possible consequences!