i already know i cant go wireless on a 98.my other computer is a newer one with windows xp on a wireless.thankyou
2006-10-27 10:52:04 · 9 answers · asked by bassetluv 4 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
Whoever told you you couldnt use a wireless router on 98 is full o crap! You can use about any router you choose! If you already have a wireless router, you dont need another router, you need a wireless network interface card for the old pc! This will connect you to your router!
2006-10-27 10:54:03 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm assuming that you are wanting to set up the DSL connection through a separate wireless router so that you can use the wireless feature on your newer computer. The answer would be any wireless router that is compatible with your XP system (almost certainly a wireless G will work) AND has wired ethernet ports so that you can run cable to your Win98 machine. You probably (check to make sure) already have an network interface (ethernet) card in your computer (look on the back for the oversized phone-looking jack). If not, it is a simple operation to install one. If that is in and operating properly, then whatever router you use should be fine. Good luck!
2006-10-27 17:58:10 · answer #2 · answered by izzy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can use any router you want as long as it is up to date. You can use wireless with your windows 98 too. If you get a wireless router, get a wireless pci card to go in your windows 98 and it will run just fine. Or just get a usb wireless device to plug into your usb ports. You can do it alot of different ways. Find all of the stuff to fit your budget and purchase it.
I have a Linksys 2.4 gig setting here on my desk that is wireless or cable either one. I am waiting for that service on my line now.
2006-10-27 19:23:58 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Does your wireless also have a hard line input? Most do... I use a D-link router myself. It was only like $20 and works well. It offers all the security one needs to safly operate on the internet and what not. Understand that with dsl servise u will be given a modem/router with activation, but I would suggest also using a additional router for security... good luck.
2006-10-27 17:57:15 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi. You'll need a NIC (Network Interface Card) for maybe $20, and there are several brands or router. I use a Linksys and have had good luck. The modem plugs into the router and the router plugs into the NIC.
2006-10-27 17:55:41 · answer #5 · answered by Cirric 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you have a wrireless router on da new win xp. pc. then all you need is a wireless card or .wireless usb adapter for ur win 98 pc u have to set up network id on the router pc from the router control panel when that is done install the network drivers for ur wireless network card or wireless usb adapter on the win 98 pc . it will ask you to put in the wieless usb adapter if you buy a wireless usb adapter. but if you buy a wireless network card then it will set up on the win 98 . pc ur have to place the network id an password on da win 98 pc for ur wireless to set up . you can set wireless up on win 98 easy
2006-10-27 18:03:13 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any 802.11 B/G router will do ya just fine. Stick with the better brands like Netgear and Linksys.
2006-10-27 17:54:27 · answer #7 · answered by Jer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A lot of companies will provide the router for you at no or low cost.
2006-10-27 17:54:54 · answer #8 · answered by Clogged-Up 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The standard router, ( Modem) will work.
I have a wired DSL, and it works in Windows and in Linux. I run Ubunto.
2006-10-27 17:54:26 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋