Networking Problems
 

Hi, I have a PC, a laptop and an Xbox 360.

My problem is that I can only have two of them online at once, but I would like to get all of them online.

I have Virgin Media broadband going through a "D-Link DES 1005SD 10/100Fast Ethernet Switch" which is connected to my PC, laptop and Xbox 360. Currently I have to reset my equipment (modem etc) to use the one that isnt online, but then another one is stuck offline.

How can I get them all online and working properly at once?

Re: Networking Problems
 

have they all got wireless card or adaptors?

Re: Networking Problems
 

It's a wired-only router/switch.

All devices can go on-line OK, but not at the same time.

Re: Networking Problems
 

I think only one device can go online as the modem can only supply one ip not sure cos i got my xbox and pc set up wired on a netowrk and can use both

Re: Networking Problems
 

You need a router to sit next to your modem. What you have at the moment is an unmanaged switch.
Have a look at the Linksys WRT54G.

If you have any more questions ask away and someone will help!

Re: Networking Problems
 

I've heard that some routers are better than others when it comes to getting the best connection with an Xbox 360. Does anyone know more about this?

Re: Networking Problems
 

OK, I need a router.

I'm not really interested in wireless so what wired-only router would you recommend, and, do all wireless routers have ports for a wired connection?

Thanks.

Re: Networking Problems
 

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