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Name: jordanashley14
Date: September 3, 2008 at 13:10:07 Pacific
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Hi, I am looking for a small/medium business
network incorporating a server ect.

I have seen these ADSL wireless routers for
Home use, but I need something larger that I
can connect more things to (And it still
needs to be an ADSL Modem) I would also like
this to be rack mountable!

Please can you help me!!!!



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Name: jefro
Date: September 3, 2008 at 14:26:22 Pacific
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I'd only use wireless if you really understand how to secure the system. Consider wired, it is normally faster and less troubles.

Not sure they make such a product. ADSL modems are not that fast, it isn't a normal business choice. Mostly a soho choice. Cisco and others might make a plug in module for their routers. I know they have most other types of plug-ins.

"Best Practices", Event viewer, host file, perfmon, antivirus, anti-spyware, Live CD's, backups, are in my top 10


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Response Number 2
Name: Curt R
Date: September 3, 2008 at 14:46:41 Pacific
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It sounds to me like you need a switch to go along with your SOHO router.

A SOHO (small office/home office) router is a very good idea as it provides a firewall which you will want.

Also, it will provide NAT and DHCP.

You can purchase a rack mountable 1U or 2U switch with either 24 or 48 ports. How many ports would depend on present/future need.

The DSL modem plugs into the router's WAN port. The switch connects to a LAN port on the router (with a crossover cable to avoid problems). Clients plug into the switch.

I would definately stay away from wireless if you handle any sensitive data or large amounts of data.


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Response Number 3
Name: stevem5000
Date: September 3, 2008 at 19:24:06 Pacific
Reply:

In my view...the question that you ask suggests your knowledge is very limited and I am assuming you are intending on doing this yourself...

I applaud you desire for knowledge and to learn...however, if you are setting this up for a business, rack mount, etc...you need to find an IT pro to help you...

There are many, many questions that need to be asked and resolved as you get into this project...not the least of which is security...and wireless was addressed by Jefro above...

If your business is small, I suggest you try to find a networking guy that is working on the side...save some money and you will get good advice...hopefully...

That being said...please use this forum to ask your questions and learn...


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Response Number 4
Name: Curt R
Date: September 4, 2008 at 06:43:30 Pacific
Reply:

Well said Steve!

Jordan, I'm that 'networking guy' if you live in western Canada. If not, too bad because the people I'm working for right now do allow moonlighting.

In the past, most (if not all) of my previous employers made me sign contracts that disallowed me to moonlight on my own (well, I could in some cases, but they wanted a cut of my action....not!)

So anyhow, if you're in the Edmonton area, let me know and we'll talk turkey. I've been in IT for around 15 years now (all aspects), the last 3 1/2 I've specialized in networking.


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