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    Tell me how I can setup my wireless

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by ATCQ, May 25, 2006.

  1. ATCQ

    ATCQ Notebook Enthusiast

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    I got the Netgear WGT624 router to use with my new Dell e1505.

    I thought the setup would be a breeze, but I've run into a snag.

    My cable modem is connected to my desktop computer via USB. The setup instructions for my router have me connecting the desktop to the router to the modem all via Ethernet. There is no ethernet on my desktop, though I do have one port on the modem.

    Is there anyway I can get this thing setup? I'm only interested in wireless for the laptop. The desktop will continue running wired from the modem.

    Any help is greatly appreciated.
     
    ATCQ, May 25, 2006
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  2. Aero

    Aero PC/Mac...Whatever works! NBR Reviewer

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    It nonetheless should work with the USB adapter. It just has to be able to connect to the router before it will actually let you run setup,
     
    Aero, May 25, 2006
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    ZaZ, May 25, 2006
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    Zaz, thank you.

    I had a feeling that was what it was going to take.

    I ordered that card, when it comes I'll let the forum know how it works for me!

    again, thanks.
     
    ATCQ, May 25, 2006
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  5. ZaZ

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    I see no reason it doesn't work. NIC cards are pretty low tech nowadays.
     
    ZaZ, May 25, 2006
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