Not sure where to put this, so here, i need networking help!

[Dem Pyros]

Since i see no networking forum i put it here.

Recently my WRT54G linksys router's "Internet" in port died. It simply won't detect any connection. It seems to be a physical part that has been damaged, as not even the front light for internet in turns on.

So, i've upgraded to DD-WRT firmware. I took a look around and saw the VLAN page.

So here's my question:
By using VLAN settings or other, is it possible to use one of the other ports as the "internet in" port?

[SgtM]

No. A VLAN is a virtual LAN, usually found on switches. They are used to separate broadcast/collission domains. They also provide a little security because one VLAN can not communicate with another unless you say it's ok. A router MUST be between the switches, unless they are layer 3 capable. A firmware update isn't going to change the fact that the port is physically dead.There is WAYYY too much info for me just to sit and type about regarding VLAN's. Here's a link that will explain VLAN's better. (http://net21.ucdavis.edu/newvlan.htm)

[nil8]

You beat me to the punch. Damn!
He's right and all that info is correct. I'd give a rep, but I can't.

[Dem Pyros]

k, just a quick FYI on what the router settings look like:
http://img167.imageshack.us/img167/8352/untitledhw4.png

Is there any other way to configure your router to use one of the other ports as an input?

[SgtM]

k, just a quick FYI on what the router settings look like:

Is there any other way to configure your router to use one of the other ports as an input?

Negative.

[simon275]

Basically it is a switch so I don't see why you couldn't connect a separate modem or router to one of the network ports on it.

(We need a networking forum)

[SgtM]

Basically it is a switch so I don't see why you couldn't connect a separate modem or router to one of the network ports on it.

(We need a networking forum)

There wouldn't be anything to grab the WAN IP address. The LAN would work, but more than likely, no internet.