Linksys Wrt54gs-uk Ps3
 

hi all

first post hope my questions are not too silly, anyway Ive just ordered the linksys WRT54GS-UK for my son he wants to connect his ps 3 to the internet,I am on virgin cable,Ime hoping ive ordered the right router,also is this router easy to set up ie idiot proof also final question can he get viruses on the ps3, I had noticed on one of the reviews that you get the choice on setup of three firewalls can anyone recommend which one I should choose.

any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Re: Linksys Wrt54gs-uk Ps3
 

:welcome: to Cable Forum :tu:

That router should work fine with Virgin Media cable. It should be simple to set up out of the box. Simply power off the modem and computer (s), plug ethernet between router (WAN) and modem, plug ethernet between router (LAN) and PC(s) or consoles. Start modem, let settle, start router, let settle, start PC(s) / Consoles. Make sure PC(s) browser and network card settings are set to auto. Once you have wired setup, then you can configure the wireless.

For most people the standard firewall in the router is enough. Tweak settings only if you find something can't communicate properly such as torrent software. Then you might need to open ports.

As for wireless you do need to set some security on the router. Ideally enable WAP encryption, if this is supported by your wireless devices, alternatively look at WEP.

As for viruses on the PS3, no idea.

Re: Linksys Wrt54gs-uk Ps3
 

Thanks Rob
he will solely be using it wirelesly for his ps3, apparently when setting it up it gives you a choice of different securety set ups; hoping I can come back on the site if I get stuck setting it up. anyway thanks again.

Re: Linksys Wrt54gs-uk Ps3
 

I use Linksys WRT54GS (802.11g), the same as you. And I use Virgin (NTL) cable modem as well.
Except recommendation upstairs, you may need to hide your route's name and active wireless MAC filter. This gives you better security against hacker.
In terms of firewall, I found the build-in one is not good. I was hacked immediately after I connected a old laptop running W2K. So I installed Zonealarm in each of my desktop/laptop. I also running AVG to against virus but I am not sure how to deal with PS3.
If you have any issue to do with set up your route, you may search thread started by me because I asked a few questions regarding how to and received a lot suggestions which led me though the mess. Surely you can get it running as you asked a correct question at a correct place!

Re: Linksys Wrt54gs-uk Ps3
 

thanks Frank much appreciated.
I would also appreciate anyone else who knows whether you can get a virus on the PS3 letting me know.

cheers