We have Verizon DSL. They're recommending a modem/router combo. Can't we just run to radio shack and get a router and add it onto what we already have? We know the laptop is all set because it's detecting our neighbor's wifi.
2006-11-16 04:34:09 · 5 answers · asked by Kacky 7 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
My advice would be to get the one they are offering you. It is a lot easier to deal with. If you have a regular modem, then a router, you will need to go into the modem settings and bridge the modem. Then if you happen to have PPPoE service (your user id and password are stored in the modem) then you will have to go into the router settings and enter your user id and password.
If you do decide to buy your own router, only get a Linksys brand. Verizon will only support that brand. So, if you ever need to call Tech support, they will more than likely have you disconnect the router before they will troubleshoot the issue.
HTH
2006-11-17 18:25:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't need to get what they're offering. If they're giving it to you free, or if you're going to need a lot of tech support from them, I'd get it, otherwise, I'd shop around first.
To set up a wireless network connected to your DSL internet conection, you need three things.
1 You need a modem- Verizon may be willing to give you a DSL modem free.
2 You need a router.
3 You need a wireless access point.
You can buy a router which has the wireless built right in. Heck, if you want to, you can buy a router which has the modem and the wireless built in. When you buy a router, I'd make sure it comes with a firewall.
When you buy wireless, get 802.11G. You can get other things, like N as well if you'd like, but make sure you have at least G. You should also look for WPA, which is rather good security.
If you buy a modem, make sure it's for the right kind of DSL. Odds are, you're getting ADSL (A for asymetric- different amounts of bandwidth up and down) over POTS (Plain Old Telephone Line) a quick glance on the sales paperwork they give you should tell you.
2006-11-16 06:23:05 · answer #2 · answered by btoblake 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
home router should handle 4 connections pretty decently without any issues really. If you are talking about 10 to 15 connections then you should be concerned. One suggestion is to upgrade your router antenna if that option is available. That should really help in boosting the Rx Tx signals of the router. Try a 8 dbi or a 10 dbi antenna if possible. Also try and raise your router or antenna as high as you can from the ground i an open clear area. Keep the router in a cool area.
2016-03-17 07:23:07 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can use any brand. just go to walmart, buy a wireless router and connect it to your verizon dsl modem. just remember to set up security.
2006-11-16 04:50:01 · answer #4 · answered by RJ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
modem/router
2006-11-16 04:37:27 · answer #5 · answered by system 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋