Sharing Broadband Access - DPChallenge Forums

01/12/2004 03:17:28 PM · #1

I finally got broadband the other day (At last!), I have two computers, one desktop (Win2k) and one laptop (WinXP).

I'd like to share broadband access on both machines, but not 100% sure on what I need.

I've got an ADSL modem, no other visable connections on the modem, just USB to connect to the computer and a normal telephone cable.

I looked at a router at the weekend and several ethernet ports on it (Well. looking at the pictures on the box) and I couldn't see one that would let me connect the modem to it.

Does anyone have the solution for me?

Any help would be great!

P.S. Don't want to use a wireless system... Cabling will do fine for me.

Thanks!

01/12/2004 03:23:11 PM · #2

Crap... damn hands aren't working today.

Message edited by author 2004-01-12 15:28:37.

Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

01/12/2004 03:27:51 PM · #3

The USB port on it connects to the computer.

Am I right in thinking that the modem would connect into the router, then the router to the computers?

justine

Canon EOS-50D

01/12/2004 03:28:18 PM · #4

>snip I finally got broadband the other day (At last!), I have two computers, one desktop (Win2k) and one laptop (WinXP).
[My to pc's are about 60 feet apart.
I have almost the same set up as you. We use a Linksys and it works just fine. Of course now you can get wireless which I would recommend. It works just as well and you don't have exposed wires.

Nusbaum

Fujifilm X-T1

Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM

01/12/2004 03:29:03 PM · #5

I agree with the recommendation to look at linksys routers. There are a number of good products on the market, but I have had excellent success with linksys products and recommended them to many friends and family members.

01/12/2004 03:29:06 PM · #6

Originally posted by justine:

We use a Linksys and it works just fine.

What Linksys is it you use?

01/12/2004 03:29:10 PM · #7

Originally posted by brownt:

The USB port on it connects to the computer.

Am I right in thinking that the modem would connect into the router, then the router to the computers?

Yes. Phone line to modem. Modem to router. Router to computers.

01/12/2004 03:29:29 PM · #8

Originally posted by TechnoShroom:

Crap... damn hands aren't working today.

:-) lol

Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

01/12/2004 03:30:17 PM · #9

Originally posted by TechnoShroom:

Yes. Phone line to modem. Modem to router. Router to computers.

Slowly getting there...

Router's have a USB connection?

Nusbaum

Fujifilm X-T1

Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM

01/12/2004 03:31:03 PM · #10

The ADSL modem usually connects to a router via an ethernet cable. If you current modem doesnt include an ethernet port, I would recommend that you ask the ISP for a different modem or get one yourself.

jab119

01/12/2004 03:31:31 PM · #11

have you tried to do a google search for that DSL modem you have??? use the make and model # for the search.

sometimes you can find someone that has the same modem you do and what solution they used to share the connection. also the modem manfacturer's web site should be a good source for connection sharing for multiple PC's

Also I do believe that some routers/hubs have a USB connection that you can use to connect your DSL modem to for the uplink, not sure of the brands anymore because i forgot all that stuff years ago once i got my multi-PC connection sharing set up.

James

justine

Canon EOS-50D

01/12/2004 03:31:33 PM · #12

Originally posted by brownt:

Originally posted by justine:
We use a Linksys and it works just fine.

What Linksys is it you use?

It just says EtherFast cable/dsl router. Mine has four ports...............
//www.linksys.com/Products/product.asp?grid=34&scid=29&prid=561

Message edited by author 2004-01-12 15:33:07.

01/12/2004 03:33:17 PM · #13

The most common routers do not have USB. They have ethernet. As I said in the post that got messed up. You can get a USB to ethernet converter but it is best to just ask them (your ISP) about an alternet modem that has ethernet. Most broadband companies offer several different models of modems.

01/12/2004 03:34:42 PM · #14

Originally posted by justine:

It just says EtherFast cable/dsl router. Mine has four ports...............
//www.linksys.com/Products/product.asp?grid=34&scid=29&prid=561

For what it's worth I have the BEFSR41 as well.

01/12/2004 03:38:45 PM · #15

This is what I got. Free modem + free connection.

Can't see them having a choice...

joshua

Canon EOS-500D Rebel T1i

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

01/12/2004 03:39:51 PM · #16

go to your local best buy or circuit city and pick up a netgear 4 port router/switch. i've installed a few of these and they are a breeze

Tamron SP AF 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di for Canon

01/12/2004 03:40:28 PM · #17

Originally posted by achiral:

go to your local best buy or circuit city and pick up a netgear 4 port router/switch. i've installed a few of these and they are a breeze

I'm in the UK, will read up on these though.

Canon EOS-20D

01/12/2004 03:45:06 PM · #18

I also have a BEFSR41. I've installed a number of Linksys routers and they're very easy. You may not end up wanting wireless but at least give it some thought. I was convinced I would never want it and now I'm kicking myself.

01/12/2004 03:47:44 PM · #19

Which BEFSR41 is it?

Edit : Ignore that....... one is for VPN's

Message edited by author 2004-01-12 15:52:18.

Nusbaum

Fujifilm X-T1

Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM

01/12/2004 03:53:54 PM · #20

Last I saw the linksys with integrated router, 4-port switch and wireless access point was the same price as the router with just the 4-port switch, so you might as well leave you options open.

There is still the problem with the USB connection. I haven't run into that before, but I was going to see what I could find.

01/12/2004 03:59:37 PM · #21

Suppose I should get one with a built in modem??

Just bought a new car yesterday so my bank balance is crying it's heart out just now....

sfalice

Canon PowerShot SX60 HS

01/12/2004 03:59:46 PM · #22

You might want to reconsider wireless. I started out with cable networking a laptop and desktop. Six months later, I changed to the Netgear 4-port wireless described elsewhere in this thread. Laptops move around and so do I. It's tedious dragging the cable too.

MikeO

Fujifilm x100

01/12/2004 04:01:57 PM · #23

All you need are 2 network cards and a suitable length of UTP cable. You can get these without spending much cash.
Fit network card into your Windows XP and W2k Machines.
Connect UTP cable to network cards
Use the Windows XP Home Network setup Wizard.
You will need your Windows XP cd
Its a doddle
If you need anymore help let me know.