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Share DSL
Name: usamahashimi Date: November 12, 2008 at 00:27:34 Pacific OS: Windows/Linux CPU/Ram: 3 GHz/512 Product: Intel
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Hi I want to share my DSL internet connection with 2 other PCs. I will buy a router and CAT5 cable. I want to know that after replacing router with (DSL) modem, do I have to perform any configuration? or just plugging the router and wires is enough to share internet? Thanks
Name: StuartS Date: November 12, 2008 at 03:09:35 Pacific
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First you need to understand what a router is, it is not modem, something that you will still need. You will also need a switch which these days is usuaaly built into the router.
If you but a router with a built in modem you can discard your existing modem. If you buy a router without a modem you will still need your existing modem.
Until we know which router you are buying any answer would be guess work as there are different methods. Besides the manual that will come with the router will give you all the information you need.
Stuart
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Response Number 2
Name: picohat Date: November 12, 2008 at 05:35:19 Pacific
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You still need the modem to connect to router, and you need to configure the router as well. Take a look on this Ethernet home network setup tutorial to help you more, not difficult to set it up.
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Response Number 3
Name: itguru Date: November 12, 2008 at 06:41:47 Pacific
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It would help to state who your ISP is and the type of DSL connection you are provided with, as well as what country you are in...
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Response Number 4
Name: usamahashimi Date: November 12, 2008 at 11:55:07 Pacific
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Which router and which cable (CAT5, CAT6 or some else) you recommend?
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Response Number 5
Name: Jennifer SUMN Date: November 13, 2008 at 08:02:41 Pacific
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If you use Verizon, you don't need a router. Just get a Westell 327W Versalink modem off of eBay, and you'll be all set.
"So won’t you give this man his wings What a shame To have to beg you to see We’re not all the same What a shame" - Shinedown
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Response Number 6
Name: IT Guru Date: November 17, 2008 at 11:53:32 Pacific
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I recommened the HotBrick 401VPNX2, it's compatible with DSL, Cable and T1 Connections. I use mine with AT&T DSL and it works great. Very easy to set up and HotBrick Support is awesome.
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