Connecting to XBOX Live using a Wireless Internet Connection.?

Question

I'm having trouble connecting to XBOX Live using my wireless internet connection and was wondering if there are any other ways round this.

I have a BT Home Hub and are using 3 computers with wireless internet, the Home Hub has 3 Ethernet ports available and 2 USB's available.

However the XBOX Ethernet cable is to short to reach it and therefore I'm having to connect it from the XBOX console to a Computer however it doesn't seem to want to pass the IP Address Test on the XBOX Live Connection Test.

The Internet Gateway remains disconnected and cannot connect as it always says Fail.

Is my only option buying a XBOX 360 wireless adaptor which are quite pricey just to be able to play online....

Any answers will be appreciated...if you need more information just ask and I'll try to include it.

Answer 1

I have my xbox set up the way you describe, and also with a BT Home Hub. I warn you though it was an absolute nightmare to work out, and even now if I don't play on XBOX live for a while I have to set it all back up.
To connect via another computer, Do not use windows ICS as you will get a strict NAT (causes problems finding/hosting games)
You need to access the Hub controls, do this by typing 192.168.1.254 into your internet browser address bar. Then choose the advanced tab. If asked for a user name/password it is admin (for both, unless you have changed it)
Choose devices from the menu on the left and go to the device that you will be connecting the Xbox to. Click 'edit' then tick the box that says always use same address.
At the bottom of this same page you can add a connection sharing service. Do this and select Xbox Live (it should have the correct paramaters already set up). Now go to application sharing and make sure use plug and play is selected.

now for the fun part. You need to make a network bridge between the wireless connection and your wired connection to the xbox. This is a pain in the *** but here is a guide

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/expert/crawford_02april22.mspx

I also found this helpful

http://www.xboxlivetheguide.co.uk/XBoxLiveTheGuide3.php?title=How%20do%20I%20setup%20Bridging

You do need to force the wireless card into compatibility mode as described in the guide.This is necessary because the BThome hub is not recognised as a suitable adapter by Microsoft. I wonder why....

Anyway, once all of this is done, and you have set you xbox settings on the connection blade to automatic you should have a fast, stable connection for xbox live. Good luck!

Oh yeah I forgot to mention that I also have to turn my sophos firewall off to play. But thats a problem with sophos and a whole other story....

Answer 2

Simple solution to your problem:

HOW TO: Cheap Wireless For Your Xbox 360
(scroll down under the ads on top)

http://www.geeksaresexy.net/2007/10/02/how-to-cheap-wireless-for-your-xbox-360/

Answer 3

i did the same thing this is what you do plug the ethernet cord into the back of the xbox then plug the other end into the router or modem (the box by your computer with flashing lights ask ur parents they will know what it is) OK then turn the router or modem off then back on then wait 30-45 seconds ( till all the lights are on) then get on ur xbox then push get xbox live then u test connection and all the lights on the loading thing sould go on but just wait a few then put creat xbox live acount P.S. enter code P.S.S. wat u did wrong the first time is u pluged the other end of the ethernet cord to the back of the computer not the router or modem

Answer 4

Ok well here is the link for a really cheap 50 ft ethernet coard

http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-50-Ethernet-Cable/dp/B000BDG9M4

Or go wireless thats what i use and it works just *** well......be sure to go to your routers settings and allow another "computer"(an xbox is just like a pc) to acess the internet through your router...hope it help!

Answer 5

You can buy a connecter that conects a ehternet cord to another so you can buy a smaller cord

Answer 6

A lot of people successfully use wireless connections for all of their entertainment consoles, including Xbox and Play Station. I understand it is expensive, but I also know that some wireless connections intermently lose their connection. I would have you first check your wireless connectivity by adding a wireless connection to one of your current computers, use the connection for a week and see if it stays connected or if it disconnects often, causing you to have to use the Repair connection utility.

If it stays connected, then paying the price for the wireless adapter is worth it, if it does not stay connected, then you will find it extremely frustrating and it would not be worth it at all.

Do you have the option of buying a longer cable? Can you build yourself a cable long enough for your needs? Building cable is not difficult at all. All you need is the cable, which you can buy at any length you choose, the two end caps, and a crimping tool to afix the connector caps.

If you are interested, there is a book on Networking which includes a section on building your own cable. The book is called, Absolute Beginner's Guide to Home Networking, and it is written by Mark Edward Soper. It is a great book, and it has a lot of information which deals with home networking, and also has step by step instructions for building your network, adding game consoles, and a lot of other devices. It is not a huge book, nor is it very expensive, I bought mine for under ten dollars at an Electronics store, Fry's.

Here is some Help pages for Networking, do you use XP or Vista? Knowing that bit of information would be of help. Anyway, here you go:

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/setup/default.mspx

The link above is one third of the information on XP Networking. For additional information on security, and managing and troubleshooting your network, just go backwards via the links at the top of the page. The links show you which area you are in, and are blue. Simply click on the first blue link and you will find yourself at the main page for XP Networking.

http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/Windows/en-US/networking.mspx

The link above is to the more basic information of Networking with Vista. It has a lot of information, but is also lacking in substance. However, it can quickly get people up and running.

http://support.microsoft.com/ph/11732

The link above has more comprehensive help and also has links to the Knowledge Base, and Newsgroups. Be sure to check out the Newsgroups, they are free, and the people who answer questions there are usually experts in their fields. They are not Microsoft employees, but really know computer systems and software issues.

I hope this helps you get your issue fixed soon. I know how fun the game consoles are, especially the Live connections. Have a great day.

Answer 7

You have to kepp the IP adresses different, whats happening is the X-BOX is taking the computers IP adress wich is screwing it up. Go into edit setting on x-box and manually change the IP adress, just switch a number. But no IP adresses can be the same on your network.

Answer 8

You can run cables up to 300 feet. Check CDW.com They can get you most any cable length you need

Answer 9

You could always try buying a longer Ethernet cable, they are available almost anywhere electronics are sold (for under $20 too for long lengths).

Answer 10

well you can go to an electronics store like Best buy or Circuit and they have longer USB cables you can buy. i have a 50 foot one i got from my neighbor