ESP as wireless bridge for forgetful clients
Posted: Sun Dec 16, 2018 11:28 am
I have a client who moved his office on Saturday (12/15/2018) and waited until Friday to call and ask for internet service.
It suddenly occurred to me, why can't I connect an ESP to his Cell HotSpot, add a wired network connector and bridge/route his email traffic through his cellular service. I know it will be expensive, but better than waiting until January 7th before he can get DSL service.
Has anyone made such a product ? Since his PCs are all wired, no wireless, the MESH project isn't exactly a good match.
Any suggestions ?
Thanks
Tom
(well experienced programmer for over 40 years, new (1 year) to Arduino and ESP32/8266). Strong electronics background as well.
It suddenly occurred to me, why can't I connect an ESP to his Cell HotSpot, add a wired network connector and bridge/route his email traffic through his cellular service. I know it will be expensive, but better than waiting until January 7th before he can get DSL service.
Has anyone made such a product ? Since his PCs are all wired, no wireless, the MESH project isn't exactly a good match.
Any suggestions ?
Thanks
Tom
(well experienced programmer for over 40 years, new (1 year) to Arduino and ESP32/8266). Strong electronics background as well.