Ok, I am a teacher but believe it or not I know SO little about wireless routers. I did, way back when, then disconnected & I'm starting over. here's what I have
- desktop
- laptop ( HP6700T)
- laptop (my son didn't receive it yet)
What I want to do:
- desktop connected to modem (cable), done already
- connect my laptop (not even set up yet) wirelessly
AND if possible connect a wireless printer/all in one
which has also not been purchased yet b/c I dont know
what I need)
- connect my sons laptop wirelessly
QUESTIONS :
what type of router to get that will allow me to do all of that?
(I am only aware that I should stay away from N)
Can I do this with ease ? I can find my way around the computer,
the internet, shopping banking etc. but technical terms, NO WAY !
I've read all threads on this topic and many were foreign to me.
If I can't have all of the above, my primary concern is wireless printer/fax
If that will be too difficult for me, then I will simply bring my laptop to my all in one !
Misc: both laptops have/will have vista premium
My son is only 12 and does basic computing (no gaming/minimal as of yet, I do none, just basics word processing, photos, shopping etc)
Thanks in advance to anyone who might be able to help me !
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The idea is you have to connect cable modem to a router (instead of that desktop), then a router will share the internet to any computer through wire(LAN cable) and wireless(802.11a/b/g/n).
So it's like every computers have to connect to router in order to use the internet.
For example, Dlink DI-624, DIR-615
For routers that support Wireless LAN-n (802.11n), it's alway supported 802.11b, g or a too. So don't worry. IMO, a newer router is more friendly in term of GUI.
When you got a router, just ask again.
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Sgt. Hollywood Notebook Evangelist
As stated above all this is extremely easy to do.
NewEggs top rated router here would work fine
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833124190
I would imagine once you open the package you'll find a simple graphic diagram showing how to connect everything.
For printer sharing since you don't have the printer yet you're in luck. Having a dedicated Networked printer saves from having a host PC turned on.
The most complicated task you might have to do would be if you want to secure the network, if you are in a location that network "sharing" might be of an issue, I'd recommend it. It's still pretty easy to do. -
blue68f100 Notebook Virtuoso
Good luck on these network devices, they are not very cheap. If you have a desktop PC that is on 24/7 you can share the printer on it. But again that pc must handle all of the scanning and faxing functions. This is the workaround for lack of driver support. Printing will work but not as fast as a network printer.
starting over w/ wireless & need help
Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by Ladder223, Feb 27, 2008.