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Originally Posted by blenky
I'm considering ditching my ntl TV package but retaining broadband and the phone line. Customer services advised that they would remove my STB and install a cable modem.
Currently I have my STB connected to a Netgear wireless router and my PC is upstairs in the loft. Everything works just fine.
Would the change to a cable modem work OK with my wireless set up?
Is it best to have the CM near the PC or would it be OK to have it downstairs more or less where my current STB is? I'm not really confident of ntls engineers ablity to not make a god awful mess getting it installed in the loft.
Thanks for any advice.
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Using a cable modem will be fine
Might be easier to have it by the PC, but I don't see there being a problem if you left it, & the router, downstairs - saves more drilling & cabling.
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Originally Posted by daz300
hello , i am having the same thing on wednesday i am all so set up with a actiontec wireless network and have to change so i can have my x box pluged in for x box live ,at a cost of £30.00 .
will i have to change the setings for the new modem ?
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Why do you have to change to use XBox Live?
It's quite easy to use XBL with either an STB or a standalone modem, without paying ntl any extra.
Have a look here for info on using a direct connection:
http://www.cableforum.co.uk/board/showthread.php?t=715
You can also use a router, or use internet connection sharing (ICS).
and there's some wireless XBL info here:
http://www.cableforum.co.uk/board/showthread.php?t=1342