29-11-2018, 15:57
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New Computer
I have an old PC still running Windows XP, SP3 with perfection may I add. It is hooked up to a USB Ethernet modem. My XP is not wireless enabled, in fact there is no wireless network adaptor icon shown in Device Manager. I will keep this PC untouched and running.
I intend to buy a brand new PC complete with Windows 10. The set is wireless enabled. It will be located 4 - 5 feet away from my existing PC.
I have just phoned my broadband provider Virgin Media and asked if my modem is wireless enabled and supports WiFi.
I was told explicitly that my existing modem is wireless enabled for WiFi and that if I enter the modem details into my new computers network, it will be up and running on the Internet and all else.
All that will be needed is a power supply, no other connections.
Is this correct ?
Last edited by beaker17; 29-11-2018 at 16:59.
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29-11-2018, 16:04
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laeva recumbens anguis
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Re: New Computer
Yes - you will need to log on to the modem wifi network from your new pc.
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29-11-2018, 16:05
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Re: New Computer
There is no "modem" that supports wireless. What VM kit have you actually got and why would you need a power supply?
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29-11-2018, 16:09
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laeva recumbens anguis
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Re: New Computer
It's probably his term for whichever VM Hub he has.
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29-11-2018, 16:14
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Re: New Computer
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Originally Posted by pip08456
There is no "modem" that supports wireless. What VM kit have you actually got and why would you need a power supply?
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"There is no "modem" that supports wireless" - Oh yes there is.
I need a power supply because the new desktop does not run on batteries.
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29-11-2018, 16:16
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Re: New Computer
Really?
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It is hooked up to a USB Ethernet modem
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---------- Post added at 15:16 ---------- Previous post was at 15:15 ----------
Quote:
Originally Posted by beaker17
"There is no "modem" that supports wireless" - Oh yes there is.
I need a power supply because the new desktop does not run on batteries.
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29-11-2018, 16:42
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Re: New Computer
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Originally Posted by pip08456
Really?
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Virgin told me that my modem is wireless enabled and can be used in harmony with other WiFi equipment. That is good enough for me and I will not enter into an argument about terminology.
Perhaps it is a modem, a router or a modem/router - I could not care less.
If Virgin told me my "modem" is a WiFi enabled device, then it is and that is all I care about, not its correct name. I will have to accept Virgin's information until I prove it wrong.
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29-11-2018, 17:28
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Re: New Computer
how long have you had this modem? there may be some confusion as what you have.
Years and years ago, I had a virgin modem, that connected to the PC (and later a router) via a cable, it had no wireless.
All the newer modem/routers they supply are wireless.
so maybe you have one of the old style ones, and the operator didn't realise that, or you have a newer one, but that would be connected via Ethernet rather than usb.
it's probably easiest to post a photo, or model number, and then we'll know for sure.
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29-11-2018, 18:03
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Re: New Computer
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Originally Posted by admars
how long have you had this modem? there may be some confusion as what you have.
Years and years ago, I had a virgin modem, that connected to the PC (and later a router) via a cable, it had no wireless.
All the newer modem/routers they supply are wireless.
so maybe you have one of the old style ones, and the operator didn't realise that, or you have a newer one, but that would be connected via Ethernet rather than usb.
it's probably easiest to post a photo, or model number, and then we'll know for sure.
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Your points are very valid, I have had my modem for years, you could be right.
If I find that my modem is NOT a wireless enabled one, I will demand a new modern modem that is.
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Here is my modem -
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29-11-2018, 18:24
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Re: New Computer
Looks like my SH1. It can be a modem or a wireless router / modem combo.
It has "modem mode" where the router and wireless is inactive and allows you to use your own kit which is what I do.
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29-11-2018, 18:50
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Re: New Computer
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Originally Posted by beaker17
Virgin told me that my modem is wireless enabled and can be used in harmony with other WiFi equipment. That is good enough for me and I will not enter into an argument about terminology.
Perhaps it is a modem, a router or a modem/router - I could not care less.
If Virgin told me my "modem" is a WiFi enabled device, then it is and that is all I care about, not its correct name. I will have to accept Virgin's information until I prove it wrong.
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You're terribly rude when someone is trying to help.
You have a Superhub 1 which is a modem/router which has wifi when in router mode and it is connected via ethernet not USB, you said you had a modem and Virgin did supply modem only equipment donkeys years ago which did not have wifi so pips response was perfectly valid.
You also dont need a power supply as obviously it already has one.
Last edited by SnoopZ; 29-11-2018 at 19:16.
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29-11-2018, 19:25
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Re: New Computer
@SnoopZ
"You have a Superhub 1 which is a modem/router which has wifi when in router mode and it is connected via ethernet "
So I do have Wifi. The power supply I mentioned was for my new PC not the modem. The new PC will not have a modem, it will operate on Wifi.
Going through cmd.exe and ipconfig, the panel says -
Ethernet adapter Local Area Connection 4
Is that OK for Wifi ?
How do I tell what mode my modem/router is in ?
Last edited by beaker17; 29-11-2018 at 19:41.
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29-11-2018, 19:58
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Re: New Computer
If your new computer is a desktop pc then it is unlikely to be wifi enabled and you would need some kind of a wifi adaptor to connect to the internet.
If your new computer is a Laptop then it will have built in wifi.
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29-11-2018, 20:06
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Re: New Computer
Quote:
Originally Posted by beaker17
@SnoopZ
"You have a Superhub 1 which is a modem/router which has wifi when in router mode and it is connected via ethernet "
So I do have Wifi. The power supply I mentioned was for my new PC not the modem. The new PC will not have a modem, it will operate on Wifi.
Going through cmd.exe and ipconfig, the panel says -
Ethernet adapter Local Area Connection 4 Wired connection
Is that OK for Wifi ?No, that is what you connect a wire to. I would use the correct terminology but it appears to be lost on you. Ho hum.
How do I tell what mode my modem/router is in ?
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29-11-2018, 20:19
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Re: New Computer
@SnoopZ
HP 21.5 Inch Celeron 4GB 2TB All-in-One Desktop PC.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCT -
Interfaces and connectivity:-
3-in-1 media card reader.
2 x USB 2.0 ports.
2 x USB 3.0 ports.
Ethernet port.
1 HDMI port.
Bluetooth.
Wireless/Wi-Fi enabled. <==== How about this then ?
All the selection shown are wireless enabled. It seems to be the norm.
Last edited by beaker17; 29-11-2018 at 21:21.
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