I have an existing Verizon DSL connection, and i have been using it wired.
i need something so that im not tied to my desk. i would like to use my laptop around the house, typing up stuff while watching tv, etc.
would i need a router? or something else?
and for what price?
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Does your router have built in wireless?
If not: What wireless network types (a/b/g are the types) that your notebook supports then I can recommend a wireless router that has high-range and only need to e plugged into the RJ-45 port on the router
Looking forward to helping,
-TBird -
im using a westell 2200 router. no wireless.
notebook supports a/g -
about how much can you spend on this?
and how fast is your internet connection usually?
I am looking at your options right now
-TBird -
if you current configeration is internet over a LAN (local area network) then then all you need is a compatible router that can connect to you laptop (a/b/g) my current configeration is an Interbaun dsl internet modem with is wired to the router using a Lan cord and the rest is fairly easy, just follow the instruction to set it up when you purcase the router.
a basic and cheaper router will set you back between 15-50 dollars (depends were)
i hope this helps and good luck -
Was just looking around and found this one:
Belkin Pre-N router
and read many reviews and found it is great and has very long range
It will work with your laptop (it is b/g... your card supports a/b/g)
The cost is $80 (this is just the first price I found I will look around more for you if you want)
But if you want to buy the wireless Pre-N card you will get larger range to the router
but it is another $80 and will take up a PCMIA slot and it eats up power...
See a cnet review here
Will post more as I find them
Please post answer to this ?:
Can you spend more than $80?
Do you want to spend less than $80?
Hope this helps,
-TBird -
i was actually hoping to spend less than $50.
i dont think range will be a problem, cuz i wont be moving very far. maybe 100ft at most
my connection is 100mbps -
How about $56?
I found this Buffalo one and it looks good...
Link: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16833162173
Here is a review: http://laptopmag.com/Review/Buffalo-125-High-Speed+Mode-Wireless-Smart-Router-WHR-G54S.htm
What do you think??
Ready to help,
-TBird -
that looks good.
thx so much
Wireless solutions: What do i need?
Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by mckam826, May 17, 2006.