d-link router problems
 

Hi, please could anyone help? - I have just purchased a d-link dsl-G604T router and cant for the life of me seem to connect it to my ntl broadband modem (external) - many thanks for any help

Re: d-link router problems
 

looks to me like you have bought a dsl router which has a modem built in,if there is no ethernet port labeled wan then you can't plug a cable modem in,Ive not looked at modem just gone with the name.I am taking forgranted your on cable and not freedom dsl?

Re: d-link router problems
 

Yep, its a DSL modem/router/WAP all in one, I've got the same model.

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many thanks for the replies - but how do I connect it all up? - or is it another trip to PC world? for a quick refund

Re: d-link router problems
 

hi and :welcome: to the site , if you are using an ntl cable modem then as far as i know you cannot use a adsl router , of course i am prepared to be corrected :erm: :D :D

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its a trip for a refund you just need a broadband router.Modem goes into wan there will be ports for other pcs you need ethernet patch cables all round

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all many thanks, what should I purchase to enable my daughters PC upstairs to share my broadband connection? - again many thanks

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A wireless broadband router and a wireless pci card for the pc furthest away from modem,theres loads about its about price

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assuming you ar eon nl cable modem then you need a cable router and a couple of leads and away you go :)

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wired will be cheaper but you will have trailing cables,think of a figure to spend then look at dabs or ebuyer or aria :)

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As you can all probably tell by now I a bit thick tech wise! - any chance of a complete list of all the things I need - my daughter wont stop! - please help!

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do you want wireless???is it 2 pcs or a lap to and a pc and where is the modem in relation

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many thanks - I would prefer wireless - my pc is situated in the kitchen and if I'm totally out, my daugters PC is right above me - I'd say no more than 7ft above my head so I could always run up a cable but like I said I would prefer wireless, again many thanks

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If the modem is near kitchen pc you place a wireless cable router there,switch off modem and plug the modem into wan port,cat 5 patch cable to your pc,install a wireless pci card in upstairs pc boot modem then boot router but first make sure you read the manual lol lol

Re: d-link router problems
 

This is what you want:

http://www.nickknows.co.uk/en-gb/dept_57.html#item_1068

Means you'll need to install a card inside your daughter's computer though (not difficult to do at all really):

Re: d-link router problems
 

Then if your daughters PC/Laptop hasn't already got a wireless card then you need both a router and a wireless card, preferably the same make.

http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/produ...duct_uid=45621

and this

http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/produ...duct_uid=75646

Would do the job nicely if she has a laptop then substitute the second item for this:

http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/produ...duct_uid=45581

But there are many other makes and combination, a good look around ebuyer or dabs may help you decide on a brand and model.

Re: d-link router problems
 

That seems a fair price :)

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I don't want this to deteriorate into a who to buy from thread, but at the moment I would seriously consider not ordering from eBuyer.

I know that they have an awful lot of unhappy customers at present.

Sorry, that was Off Topic, but sort of relevant.

Re: d-link router problems
 

To be fire they are a lot better again now (god I hope I've not spoken too soon), we've had a couple of orders recently that have been fine.

Saying that if you feel more comfortable buying from else where then the products are available from most suppliers, "you pays your money you takes your pick" I guess.