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ChristoffLaM · 30-07-2008, 23:06

Hello guys, I'm not much of an expert when it comes to networking so I hope you lot can give me a few pointers!

1. I have an old NTL connection on a 120 modem. I have tried to connect my notebook up to the internet by just swapping over the ethernet cable from the existing PC to the notebook but no connection is made. Same goes for a different desktop PC. Is this normal? Is the cable connection locked down to the MAC address on the existing PC?

2. I would like to set up a wireless connection for this broadband but I'm worried that this apparent lock down will prevent any other computers from accessing it. Will the wireless router happily beam the connection with no problems?

3. Will any wireless cable router work with the NTL modem or do I have to go ahead and buy the one virgin are offering?

thought I'd better clear these things up before I go spending my hard earned cash!

Cheers
Chris

30-07-2008, 23:06	#1
ChristoffLaM Inactive Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Shottingham Services: ghetto ntl cable. Posts: 3	A few questions about cable... Hello guys, I'm not much of an expert when it comes to networking so I hope you lot can give me a few pointers! 1. I have an old NTL connection on a 120 modem. I have tried to connect my notebook up to the internet by just swapping over the ethernet cable from the existing PC to the notebook but no connection is made. Same goes for a different desktop PC. Is this normal? Is the cable connection locked down to the MAC address on the existing PC? 2. I would like to set up a wireless connection for this broadband but I'm worried that this apparent lock down will prevent any other computers from accessing it. Will the wireless router happily beam the connection with no problems? 3. Will any wireless cable router work with the NTL modem or do I have to go ahead and buy the one virgin are offering? thought I'd better clear these things up before I go spending my hard earned cash! Cheers Chris