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Remote switch for DSL Modem?
Name: mcamax Date: March 4, 2006 at 06:50:26 Pacific OS: Win2k CPU/Ram: PIII/512MB Product: HP Vectra VL400
Comment:
I have a DSL modem that connects to my home wireless network. As a control for "excessive internet surfing" I would like to add a simple remote controlled disconnect switch just before or after the modem. Anyone know if such a device exists? I have looked at software controls like NetNanny and others, but I think a simple hardware device is the best for me. The remote control, which would be used only with fair warning, would have to have the range of a typical cordless home phone.
Name: blackbill Date: March 4, 2006 at 07:12:46 Pacific
Reply:
Most modems after set up by your isp, should automatically search and connect as they are plugged in. Give yours a test to see if this is the case.
If so, then just go to radio shack or a similar place and get a universal romote controlled outlet switch.
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Response Number 2
Name: mcamax Date: March 4, 2006 at 23:01:00 Pacific
Reply:
Great idea, thanks! My DSL modem does search and connect on power up. As an option, I could also power down my router to accomplish the same objective. I'm off to Radio Shack tomorrow.
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