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CrazyMonk · 28-02-2008, 17:59

Ok well i have the Virgin Media cable modem plugged directly into a homeplug and then fed upstairs to another homeplug - This works fine, no problems at all.

However when i try to connect a second homeplug to another pc the connection will not be established.

I guess this is because i do not have a router plugged in after the modem? I thought that the homeplugs did routing automatically. Any help would be very appreciated.

I have a Netgear DG834G wireless ADSL modem that i know can be somehow transformed into just a router.

Using the surfboard SB5101E modem.

I expect a normal router will be required, please can you give advice on which one to buy, Wireless capability's are a plus but really am looking for a cheap and cheerful product.
Thanks a lot.

28-02-2008, 17:59	#1
CrazyMonk Inactive Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 15	Homeplug help! Ok well i have the Virgin Media cable modem plugged directly into a homeplug and then fed upstairs to another homeplug - This works fine, no problems at all. However when i try to connect a second homeplug to another pc the connection will not be established. I guess this is because i do not have a router plugged in after the modem? I thought that the homeplugs did routing automatically. Any help would be very appreciated. I have a Netgear DG834G wireless ADSL modem that i know can be somehow transformed into just a router. Using the surfboard SB5101E modem. I expect a normal router will be required, please can you give advice on which one to buy, Wireless capability's are a plus but really am looking for a cheap and cheerful product. Thanks a lot.