You need to be hardwired to set up the unit and to update it as well. If I were you I would think about pulling a hard wire connection. If not and you have any issues or need to update software, you will have to run a temporary line anyway. You can run the wire from your current router in many ways. I took mine outside and went under a patio and back into the basement, where I installed a router. The connectors and cable can all be purchased at Home depot and assembled by almost anybody.