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    USB Modems?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by dazedandconfused, Jul 17, 2004.

  1. dazedandconfused

    dazedandconfused Newbie

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    OK I have a broadband connection which uses a USB DSL modem, that is, it has a DSL input from my phone line, and a USB output to my computer.
    Will I be able to use this USB modem with the Airport Express or will I have to go out and buy a new modem with both input and output point being DSL?
    Any answers would be much appreciated...
    Cheers.
     
    dazedandconfused, Jul 17, 2004
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  2. Venombite

    Venombite Notebook Virtuoso

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    Hey Dazed,

    Let's see if I can try to answer your questions.

    Just to clarify, you have a phone cord to your DSL modem & a USB cable from your DSL modem to your computer.

    From what I read on the Apple site, it looks like the AirPort Express should connect to your wireless adapter on your Apple/Windows notebook/desktop. You just run the Apple software on your computer and setup the AirPort Express and you're set. Everything is controlled through your notebook/desktop so a new DSL modem should not be required.

    I believe the basic setup/diagram would be:

    DSL Modem connects to computer via USB to get internet access
    Your computer's Wireless card (after setup) connects to the Airport Express
    Your Airport Express connects to your stereo

    Any music you download is stored on your computer, it is then played on the computer and sent wirelessly to your Airport Express, which in turn plays through your stereos speakers

    I hope this is what you were looking for. I would also recommend checking out the Apple support page below for the Airport Express. It'll give you more info on setup and usage.

    http://www.apple.com/support/airportexpress/

    -Vb-
     
    Venombite, Jul 18, 2004
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