Connecting a Cisco linksys E 2500 as an access point with my Apple time capsule

Is it possible to extend my network using a Cisco linksys E 2500 with my existing time capsule. My main source for the Internet goes to my time capsule and I have two airport express and want to add the Cisco router. I want to put this router by my entertainment center where I have yv etc. that need to be plugged in. I extended my network by using the airport express with no issues but need the extra Ports to plug in all the equipment that's why I want to use the Cisco Linksys.

The Cisco cannot extend the wireless of the Apple router.. sorry it is impossible.
You can use the Cisco as a switch but then again you could buy a switch for a few dollars and use that with the express.
Do you feel brave.. well do ya'
Flash your E2500 to dd-wrt and face the consequences.
http://www.dd-wrt.com/wiki/index.php/Linksys_E2500
It can then be used as universal wireless bridge or repeater.. I do not recommend this.. IMHO universal repeater is lousy and you are asking for years of bad wireless dropouts. But it is possible.. vaguely .. to do.
Better use EOP (homeplug) adapters.. and wan bypass or APmode the E2500.. that is very viable.
Best.. use ethernet to the area and use the E2500 as a switch and wireless AP.

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