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bigjazza · 02-06-2004, 18:33

Hi all

First post from a non technical type so - please be gentle!

I'd like to set up a wireless network at home between main XP & 2nd ME machine and share my BB connection. As I understand it a router is in order together with 2 wireless adaptors. So far so good. The issue is the Home 100 modem which is connected to my PC via a usb cable (no ethernet card fitted as yet to main machine).

Linksys suggestion seems to require an ethernet connection to main machine from router and a ethernet link from to the router to the modem. Do I need to do this or can I patch between modem and router and continue to use the USB connection? If so, any cons?

Any suggestions gratefully appreciated.

Views on the recommended router (Linksys WRT54G ) or alternative kit also appreciated.

02-06-2004, 18:33	#1
bigjazza Inactive Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 8	Ntl Home 100 & wireless network router Hi all First post from a non technical type so - please be gentle! I'd like to set up a wireless network at home between main XP & 2nd ME machine and share my BB connection. As I understand it a router is in order together with 2 wireless adaptors. So far so good. The issue is the Home 100 modem which is connected to my PC via a usb cable (no ethernet card fitted as yet to main machine). Linksys suggestion seems to require an ethernet connection to main machine from router and a ethernet link from to the router to the modem. Do I need to do this or can I patch between modem and router and continue to use the USB connection? If so, any cons? Any suggestions gratefully appreciated. Views on the recommended router (Linksys WRT54G ) or alternative kit also appreciated.