After wasting two different off-days trying to get my damnable modem+router working, I want to return them both and get something entirely new. Any good recommendations for a solid, reliable DSL modem and wireless router set-up with decent NAS support?
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posted by Rhaomi
on Mar 3, 2013 -
5 answers
Trying to set up a new wireless network and running into all kinds of strange problems. Connections dropped every few hours! Some machines work, some don't! Can connect to internet,
can't connect to
router! DOGS AND CATS LIVING TOGETHER
(literally). Please help.
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posted by Rhaomi
on Feb 7, 2013 -
10 answers
I have a small netbook (Samsung NC10), running Windows XP, that I very much like for travel. But in some places, it doesn't connect to the internet over wifi. I've never tried to figure out why, or fix it: it's so far always been somewhere I could either skip being connected for a few days or plug directly into a router. But for an upcoming trip I'd like some help with a better plan and some tools and resources.
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posted by still_wears_a_hat
on Jan 23, 2013 -
5 answers
Hi,
I am trying to set up a surplus router as a NAS and torrent appliance, to integrate into an existing network. The setup will use two routers, one to provide network and internet to everyone, the other will use TomatoUSB and will be dedicated to torrenting.
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posted by Mokusatsu
on Jan 13, 2013 -
7 answers
I need to retrieve the SSID of a wifi network that is not in range from either an iPhone or an old hard drive.
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posted by IanMorr
on Jan 2, 2013 -
5 answers
Need suggestions for a sub-$100 WiFi-router for a small house (which can also serve as a media server).
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posted by libbrichus
on Jun 23, 2012 -
10 answers
Network configuration question: I have a desktop with a wifi card, a wireless router, and an external wireless connection I have access to. I want to connect the desktop to the external wireless connection, then connect the wireless router to the desktop, creating a second wireless network with internet access.
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posted by jsturgill
on Mar 18, 2012 -
2 answers
Help me diagnose problems with my Macs/Apple TV now that I have an XFinity wireless router please!
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posted by bodgy
on Feb 25, 2012 -
6 answers
I've been trying to setup a wifi network behind a wireless bridge, and keep finding that internet speeds are 1/3 to 1/10 of those I get by when connecting directly to the bridge or source network. What gives?
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posted by unmake
on Nov 30, 2011 -
5 answers
My phone connects to my home wifi network but won't load webpages/get internet. How can I fix this? Also, can anyone confirm that this won't be a hardware issue? There's a short window in which I could possibly exchange the phone, but I'd rather not if it's not a flaw in the phone.
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posted by needs more cowbell
on Sep 27, 2011 -
2 answers
How do I create a public wifi network that is separate from our corporate network while using the same internet connection?
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posted by talkingmuffin
on May 19, 2011 -
4 answers
GeekFilter: Is it infeasible to wirelessly mesh/ad hoc network computers together a la
MIT's Roofnet using integrated/inexpensive wireless cards instead of dedicated routers?
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posted by mccarty.tim
on Feb 1, 2011 -
6 answers
What's the best way to set things up so my wife can edit our iPhoto library (currently on the iMac) from a new MacBook that I plan to buy?
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posted by wheat
on Mar 12, 2010 -
4 answers
I'm having wifi troubles with my MacBook, and the lack of connectivity for the weekend gave me the shakes. Help me before the withdrawal gets worse!
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posted by COBRA!
on Dec 7, 2009 -
6 answers
Is it possible use an Apple Airport Extreme base station or Time Capsule to extend a Verizon MiFi's wireless network?
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posted by ewagoner
on Aug 4, 2009 -
5 answers
Experiences running iTunes off an Airdisk--particularly when things go wrong?
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posted by yesno
on Jul 13, 2009 -
4 answers
Netgear access point weirdness. Wireless roaming. OMG, why does the AP do
this and as a result cause my internets connection to connect/disconnect frequently?
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posted by beerbajay
on Sep 28, 2008 -
12 answers
Ok, since apple has released the new 802.11n revision of the Airport Express, and ebay is getting some decent deals on the 802.11g models, are there any strong reasons to get the n version if I just want to stream music from itunes?
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posted by SECONDHANDSMOTE
on Apr 8, 2008 -
15 answers
I cannot maintain a connection to my wireless network. I think it might have something to do with the EIGHTEEN other wireless networks available around me. What can I do? (And let's knock this one out early: I'm on a completely different channel from all the other networks).
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posted by logovisual
on Feb 19, 2008 -
11 answers
How best to work with my photo library from two different Windows laptops?
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posted by wheat
on Jan 7, 2008 -
5 answers
Is it possible to connect two macs via ethernet (to share files back and forth on their wired LAN), but both be connected to the internet wirelessly at the same time using airport? (an airport extreme is connected to DSL on the lower level of the apartment). If so, how?
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posted by lonemantis
on Dec 8, 2007 -
19 answers
So I thought I knew computers... but this network is killing me. I can connect, full strength, etc. But I can't actually connect to the internet. My IP is 192.168.10.32. Using an 850G (motorola) WAP, Cox SurfBoard modem. Other computers (this one, which is 192.168.10.28, connect fine, it seems.
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posted by tmcw
on Aug 27, 2007 -
13 answers
I'm Looking to do some fairly custom wireless setups in my area and I have no idea of a place that would supply everything I need for cheap. I live in Canada so this location needs to ship to Canada preferably located in Canada.
Basically I need:
-Really Low loss cable for wifi 802.11. (i have heard LMR-400 is good for 10foot lengths or so)
-RP-TNC connectors
-MC-card connectors
-N-male connectors
-N-female Chasis mounts
In total im hoping to result in about 4-6 cables.
I'm really hoping for a one stop shop but if i have to order from more than one place to get this cheaper thats fine too.
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posted by Chamunks
on Aug 16, 2007 -
3 answers
I'm having strange Wireless issues. I've tried two PCI cards (they were both LINKSYS WMP11 PCI Wireless-B Adapter) and a USB dongle (Netgear WG111T USB) in Windows XP and Ubuntu Feisty Fawn.
Any time I get to the point where the wireless connection is being made, the computer completely freezes. No keyboard or mouse response at all. I have to shut the computer's power off. Any suggestions?
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posted by bofe
on Aug 6, 2007 -
1 answer
Why is it that my WiFi doesn't work unless I go to TCP IP Settings > Advanced and delete the Default Gateway?
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posted by zek
on May 30, 2007 -
5 answers
Wifi: Can I have 1 wireless router & 1 non-wireless router in the same location? Or 2 wifi routers?
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posted by cg1
on Mar 28, 2007 -
9 answers
Which PCI wireless networking adapters have the best (meaning fastest and most lightweight) drivers and software for Windows 2000?
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posted by spiderskull
on Feb 2, 2007 -
4 answers
I have two Windows XP boxes with their own separate DSL connections, and one wireless router. I'm having trouble connecting these two machines with a wireless connection.
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posted by good in a vacuum
on Jan 28, 2007 -
8 answers
My wireless router is on the second floor of the house and cannot be moved. There is a mac mini on the main floor. I also have a Windows workstation in the basement which connects to the network but very poorly because of the distance to the router. Is there any way to prod my Mini into acting as a wireless bridge to extend the range of my network?
posted by Evstar
on Jan 24, 2007 -
16 answers
WIFI-Filter: My brother and I would like to build a wireless network between our two homes to create a secure network, but we have no idea about radio antennas, signal strength, line-of-sight, etc.
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posted by id
on Dec 30, 2006 -
13 answers
MacNetworkingFilter: Setting up a print server in a small office–Ethernet, AppleTalk, wireless, oh my… Lots
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posted by al_fresco
on Dec 10, 2006 -
17 answers
Internet access at home comes and goes, but can be resolved by resetting (powering on/off) the cable modem. Sometimes has to be done once a day, sometimes once every 30mins. No obvious pattern. What could be causing this?
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posted by modernnomad
on Sep 26, 2006 -
15 answers
I want to plug a WPA-enabled Netgear WGR614 POS-edition (that I hate) into a WEP-using Linksys WRT54G (that I love). It doesn't work, and I'm about ready to inentionally
brick the Netgear just out of spite.
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posted by ChasFile
on Jul 13, 2006 -
17 answers
wifi sharing via USB dongle filter: Is it possible to share network/internet connection via a usb dongle (from XP)? if so how?
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posted by mule
on Apr 7, 2006 -
7 answers
