Because I have networked equipment all over the house, and 'cause I'd like to have a strong wireless signal throughout, what's to stop me from buying an extra DSL modem and installing it? Would SBC know? Would they care?
2006-12-31 14:34:09 · 8 answers · asked by jeff g 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
Yes, you can have two DSL modems in your home.
You call up SBC and order a second DSL service. You will now have two DSL modems from SBC and you can connect the DSL modems to a dual WAN router such as the Linksys or Hawking Technology. You then connect WAN-1 and WAN-2 to the modems and this will provide load sharing and fall back backup on the DSL circuits.
You can also ask SBC for a "bonded DSL" with two DSL circuits into one DSL modem.
The dual DSL has the fall back modem advantage rather than a single DSL modem.
You could also have a single DSL modem and two routers installed in your home.
2006-12-31 14:36:10 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, you can have two DSL modems in your home.
You call up SBC and order a second DSL service. You will now have two DSL modems from SBC and you can connect the DSL modems to a dual WAN router such as the Linksys or Hawking Technology. You then connect WAN-1 and WAN-2 to the modems and this will provide load sharing and fall back backup on the DSL circuits.
You can also ask SBC for a "bonded DSL" with two DSL circuits into one DSL modem.
The dual DSL has the fall back modem advantage rather than a single DSL modem.
You could also have a single DSL modem and two routers installed in your home.
2007-01-04 09:35:01 · answer #2 · answered by kam_cute_bai 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your best bet would be to purchase a wireless router and connect it to your DSL modem. They have a broadcast range of about 300 feet. If that isn't enough, you can "daisey chain" 2 or more wireless routers together to extend the range. Or, you can purchase a range extender antenna that will boost the signal strength.
Most DSL companies will not allow more than 1 direct DSL modem connection; they will charge extra each month for each extra connection. If you purchase a wireless router and (perhaps) a wireless network adapter (plugs into your other computer), you will spend only around $100 one time (no extra monthly fees).
2006-12-31 14:52:49 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You could probably buy a 2nd dsl modem but if a strong wireless signal is what you want there is lot less expensive routes to take , you can get signal boosters for your existing routers and even install antenas in diferent locations of your house, what you may need though is more bandwidth even with excellent wireless signal multiple machines can slow your speed down tremendously in this case you may want to check with sbc see if they have any better packages, more bandwidth to one customer.will be much you can do to staedily and rapidly increase speed and range but just depends what kind of $ you want to spend.
2006-12-31 15:18:09 · answer #4 · answered by c.c. 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First ensure your friends computer has a NIC in it. Look for an ethernet jack on the back of the computer. Then you need an ethernet patch cable. They come in different lengths or you can have a custom size made. 300 feet is the max length without a repeater. Just plug in and go. The modem should be a router also, if it has 4 ports. So you shouldn't have to worry about getting an IP address.
2016-05-23 01:51:46 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You do not need another DSL router. What you need is another WAP (wireless access point). This new WAP will interface with your existing DSL router through one of its ethernet ports. You set it up to make use of the DHCP provided IP addresses from your router so that in effect, it acts like a switch/hub. It will enable you to extend the reach of your wireless network.
If you need to install another DSL router, you need to get another phone line to do this. You cannot make use of the same phone line for 2 DSL connections.
2006-12-31 17:44:18 · answer #6 · answered by Del S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Won't work...there's only one DSL signal on the telephone line. You'd do better (and cheaper) to run one of the wired ports to a WAP or second router elsewhere in the house.
2006-12-31 14:36:08 · answer #7 · answered by Joe Rockhead 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All you are doing is adding complexity. The best solution is to buy either an access point, or use a high gain antenna.
Either way you will get a better result then by adding another modem.
Also look at the positioning of the main unit, locate it centrally if possible, and away from any thing like microwave ovens, cordless phones on the 2.4Ghz band.
2006-12-31 14:38:24 · answer #8 · answered by OzHawk 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋