"Pete Kennedy" <peterkenn***@nahhhh.com> wrote in message
news:%23kGMlFkRFHA.996@TK2MSFTNGP09.phx.gbl...
> Hi,
>
> I already have a 3-PC wired network which works perfectly. Now I need to
> complicate my life a little and want to venture into the world of wireless
> networking. Actually, this has come about because I've just ordered a new
> Centrino laptop so it makes sens to take advantage of its wireless
> networking feature. For the other 2 PCs, I have purchased wirelss cards,
> one
> for the curent host and one for the old laptop. I was also going to buy
> either an acces point or a DSL modem/router when I saw on Practically
> Networked that the network cards can communicate between each other ("Ad
> Hoc") without an access point or router.
>
> Now, this seems too good to be true so I wonder whether anyone could
> advise
> me of the pros and cons of doing this or give me a link to a site with the
> right info.
>
> Also, would setting up a wireless LAN in this way (or any other way for
> the
> mattter) upset the existing wired network settings, ie if I foul up the
> new
> wireless LAN, would I be able to go back to the wired LAN, or would the
> new
> LAN overwrite the old  ?
>
> Thanks
>
>
> --
> Peter Kennedy
> ------------------------
>
>
>

> An AD-HOC network will only work between two wireless computers, so what
you
> want to do will not work. The easiest thing for you to do would be to
> purchase a wireless router and connect your DSL modem into the Router.
This
> will automate everything for you as much as possible.
>
> I would advise against purchasing a all-in-one dsl modem/router because if
> one part fails in the future then you will be SOL.
>
> As far as your LAN settings, they will be fine as your wired NICs will not
> be used in your wireless network.
>
> Robert.....
>
> "Pete Kennedy" <peterkenn***@nahhhh.com> wrote in message
> news:%23kGMlFkRFHA.996@TK2MSFTNGP09.phx.gbl...
> > Hi,
> >
> > I already have a 3-PC wired network which works perfectly. Now I need to
> > complicate my life a little and want to venture into the world of
wireless
> > networking. Actually, this has come about because I've just ordered a
new
> > Centrino laptop so it makes sens to take advantage of its wireless
> > networking feature. For the other 2 PCs, I have purchased wirelss cards,
> > one
> > for the curent host and one for the old laptop. I was also going to buy
> > either an acces point or a DSL modem/router when I saw on Practically
> > Networked that the network cards can communicate between each other ("Ad
> > Hoc") without an access point or router.
> >
> > Now, this seems too good to be true so I wonder whether anyone could
> > advise
> > me of the pros and cons of doing this or give me a link to a site with
the
> > right info.
> >
> > Also, would setting up a wireless LAN in this way (or any other way for
> > the
> > mattter) upset the existing wired network settings, ie if I foul up the
> > new
> > wireless LAN, would I be able to go back to the wired LAN, or would the
> > new
> > LAN overwrite the old  ?
> >
> > Thanks
> >
> >
> > --
> > Peter Kennedy
> > ------------------------
> >
> >
> >
>
>

"Pete Kennedy" <peterkenn***@nahhhh.com> wrote in message
news:O0NZrVkRFHA.1528@TK2MSFTNGP09.phx.gbl...
> Thanks for your quick response ! So wireless ad hoc is the equivalent of a
> wired crossover cable connection ?
>
> Microsoft appears to give the impression that several computers can be
> linked via an ad hoc connection. See the last paragraph on the following
> page
> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/expert/bowman_02april08.
> mspx?pf=true
>
> I thought it had something to do with the quality of the connection.
> Anyway,
> if an access point is what I need, I'd better go for it !
>
> Thanks
>
> Peter
>
> "DLink Guru" <rjacobs0spamfree@pacbell.net> a écrit dans le message de
> news:
> uSm3bQkRFHA.3***@TK2MSFTNGP14.phx.gbl...
>> An AD-HOC network will only work between two wireless computers, so what
> you
>> want to do will not work. The easiest thing for you to do would be to
>> purchase a wireless router and connect your DSL modem into the Router.
> This
>> will automate everything for you as much as possible.
>>
>> I would advise against purchasing a all-in-one dsl modem/router because
>> if
>> one part fails in the future then you will be SOL.
>>
>> As far as your LAN settings, they will be fine as your wired NICs will
>> not
>> be used in your wireless network.
>>
>> Robert.....
>>
>> "Pete Kennedy" <peterkenn***@nahhhh.com> wrote in message
>> news:%23kGMlFkRFHA.996@TK2MSFTNGP09.phx.gbl...
>> > Hi,
>> >
>> > I already have a 3-PC wired network which works perfectly. Now I need
>> > to
>> > complicate my life a little and want to venture into the world of
> wireless
>> > networking. Actually, this has come about because I've just ordered a
> new
>> > Centrino laptop so it makes sens to take advantage of its wireless
>> > networking feature. For the other 2 PCs, I have purchased wirelss
>> > cards,
>> > one
>> > for the curent host and one for the old laptop. I was also going to buy
>> > either an acces point or a DSL modem/router when I saw on Practically
>> > Networked that the network cards can communicate between each other
>> > ("Ad
>> > Hoc") without an access point or router.
>> >
>> > Now, this seems too good to be true so I wonder whether anyone could
>> > advise
>> > me of the pros and cons of doing this or give me a link to a site with
> the
>> > right info.
>> >
>> > Also, would setting up a wireless LAN in this way (or any other way for
>> > the
>> > mattter) upset the existing wired network settings, ie if I foul up the
>> > new
>> > wireless LAN, would I be able to go back to the wired LAN, or would the
>> > new
>> > LAN overwrite the old  ?
>> >
>> > Thanks
>> >
>> >
>> > --
>> > Peter Kennedy
>> > ------------------------
>> >
>> >
>> >
>>
>>
>
>

"Pete Kennedy" wrote:

> Hi,
>
> I already have a 3-PC wired network which works perfectly. Now I need to
> complicate my life a little and want to venture into the world of wireless
> networking. Actually, this has come about because I've just ordered a new
> Centrino laptop so it makes sens to take advantage of its wireless
> networking feature. For the other 2 PCs, I have purchased wirelss cards, one
> for the curent host and one for the old laptop. I was also going to buy
> either an acces point or a DSL modem/router when I saw on Practically
> Networked that the network cards can communicate between each other ("Ad
> Hoc") without an access point or router.
>
> Now, this seems too good to be true so I wonder whether anyone could advise
> me of the pros and cons of doing this or give me a link to a site with the
> right info.
>
> Also, would setting up a wireless LAN in this way (or any other way for the
> mattter) upset the existing wired network settings, ie if I foul up the new
> wireless LAN, would I be able to go back to the wired LAN, or would the new
> LAN overwrite the old  ?
>
> Thanks
>
>
> --
> Peter Kennedy
> ------------------------
>
>
>
>

> you are going to be workign in what is called a star topology
> http://doit.ort.org/course/networks/30.htm
>
> The introduction of wireless will not in any way interfear with your
current
> setup other than adding wireless capabilities. I suggest getting yourself
a
> wireless router, and depending on your household or environmental
arrangement
> you will need to decide how strong a signal you need (as most routers do
not
> have very good signal strength
>
> it is pretty easy to set up a wireless network. I know i say it a lot but
> the best program for helping beginners with a network is Network Magic...
>
> if you want to share an internet connection over it, and ytou want the
> Internet to work even when the computer your router is connected to is off
> you may want to look at something like DSL-604+
>
> Hope that helps
>
> Cheers
>
> Quintin
> MVP wannabe
>
> "Pete Kennedy" wrote:
>
> > Hi,
> >
> > I already have a 3-PC wired network which works perfectly. Now I need to
> > complicate my life a little and want to venture into the world of
wireless
> > networking. Actually, this has come about because I've just ordered a
new
> > Centrino laptop so it makes sens to take advantage of its wireless
> > networking feature. For the other 2 PCs, I have purchased wirelss cards,
one
> > for the curent host and one for the old laptop. I was also going to buy
> > either an acces point or a DSL modem/router when I saw on Practically
> > Networked that the network cards can communicate between each other ("Ad
> > Hoc") without an access point or router.
> >
> > Now, this seems too good to be true so I wonder whether anyone could
advise
> > me of the pros and cons of doing this or give me a link to a site with
the
> > right info.
> >
> > Also, would setting up a wireless LAN in this way (or any other way for
the
> > mattter) upset the existing wired network settings, ie if I foul up the
new
> > wireless LAN, would I be able to go back to the wired LAN, or would the
new
> > LAN overwrite the old  ?
> >
> > Thanks
> >
> >
> > --
> > Peter Kennedy
> > ------------------------
> >
> >
> >
> >

"Pete Kennedy" <peterkenn***@nahhhh.com> wrote in message
news:OvZn5rkRFHA.2784@TK2MSFTNGP12.phx.gbl...
> Thanks,
>
> However, by going for a dsl modem/router, aren't I putting all my eggs
> into
> the same basket ? Some appear to advise a separate access point. Also,
> I've
> heard the wireless signal from routers is weak compared to APs. Its all a
> little confusing.....
>
> Cheers
>
> Peter
>
> "Quintin" <Quin***@discussions.microsoft.com> a écrit dans le message de
> news: 38DF8FD0-2931-4846-85F3-AA36DAA2C***@microsoft.com...
>> you are going to be workign in what is called a star topology
>> http://doit.ort.org/course/networks/30.htm
>>
>> The introduction of wireless will not in any way interfear with your
> current
>> setup other than adding wireless capabilities. I suggest getting yourself
> a
>> wireless router, and depending on your household or environmental
> arrangement
>> you will need to decide how strong a signal you need (as most routers do
> not
>> have very good signal strength
>>
>> it is pretty easy to set up a wireless network. I know i say it a lot but
>> the best program for helping beginners with a network is Network Magic...
>>
>> if you want to share an internet connection over it, and ytou want the
>> Internet to work even when the computer your router is connected to is
>> off
>> you may want to look at something like DSL-604+
>>
>> Hope that helps
>>
>> Cheers
>>
>> Quintin
>> MVP wannabe
>>
>> "Pete Kennedy" wrote:
>>
>> > Hi,
>> >
>> > I already have a 3-PC wired network which works perfectly. Now I need
>> > to
>> > complicate my life a little and want to venture into the world of
> wireless
>> > networking. Actually, this has come about because I've just ordered a
> new
>> > Centrino laptop so it makes sens to take advantage of its wireless
>> > networking feature. For the other 2 PCs, I have purchased wirelss
>> > cards,
> one
>> > for the curent host and one for the old laptop. I was also going to buy
>> > either an acces point or a DSL modem/router when I saw on Practically
>> > Networked that the network cards can communicate between each other
>> > ("Ad
>> > Hoc") without an access point or router.
>> >
>> > Now, this seems too good to be true so I wonder whether anyone could
> advise
>> > me of the pros and cons of doing this or give me a link to a site with
> the
>> > right info.
>> >
>> > Also, would setting up a wireless LAN in this way (or any other way for
> the
>> > mattter) upset the existing wired network settings, ie if I foul up the
> new
>> > wireless LAN, would I be able to go back to the wired LAN, or would the
> new
>> > LAN overwrite the old  ?
>> >
>> > Thanks
>> >
>> >
>> > --
>> > Peter Kennedy
>> > ------------------------
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>
>

> I use a D-Link DI624 wireless router and my signal reaches across the
street
> and down three houses. Low signal at that range, but still a usable
> connection. Would that be enough signal strength for you? It includes four
> wired ports so you can replace the hub or switch on your network.
> Also a router includes a firewall and many other features not found on an
> AP. Routers are usually cheaper than APs.
>
> "Pete Kennedy" <peterkenn***@nahhhh.com> wrote in message
> news:OvZn5rkRFHA.2784@TK2MSFTNGP12.phx.gbl...
> > Thanks,
> >
> > However, by going for a dsl modem/router, aren't I putting all my eggs
> > into
> > the same basket ? Some appear to advise a separate access point. Also,
> > I've
> > heard the wireless signal from routers is weak compared to APs. Its all
a
> > little confusing.....
> >
> > Cheers
> >
> > Peter
> >
> > "Quintin" <Quin***@discussions.microsoft.com> a écrit dans le message de
> > news: 38DF8FD0-2931-4846-85F3-AA36DAA2C***@microsoft.com...
> >> you are going to be workign in what is called a star topology
> >> http://doit.ort.org/course/networks/30.htm
> >>
> >> The introduction of wireless will not in any way interfear with your
> > current
> >> setup other than adding wireless capabilities. I suggest getting
yourself
> > a
> >> wireless router, and depending on your household or environmental
> > arrangement
> >> you will need to decide how strong a signal you need (as most routers
do
> > not
> >> have very good signal strength
> >>
> >> it is pretty easy to set up a wireless network. I know i say it a lot
but
> >> the best program for helping beginners with a network is Network
Magic...
> >>
> >> if you want to share an internet connection over it, and ytou want the
> >> Internet to work even when the computer your router is connected to is
> >> off
> >> you may want to look at something like DSL-604+
> >>
> >> Hope that helps
> >>
> >> Cheers
> >>
> >> Quintin
> >> MVP wannabe
> >>
> >> "Pete Kennedy" wrote:
> >>
> >> > Hi,
> >> >
> >> > I already have a 3-PC wired network which works perfectly. Now I need
> >> > to
> >> > complicate my life a little and want to venture into the world of
> > wireless
> >> > networking. Actually, this has come about because I've just ordered a
> > new
> >> > Centrino laptop so it makes sens to take advantage of its wireless
> >> > networking feature. For the other 2 PCs, I have purchased wirelss
> >> > cards,
> > one
> >> > for the curent host and one for the old laptop. I was also going to
buy
> >> > either an acces point or a DSL modem/router when I saw on Practically
> >> > Networked that the network cards can communicate between each other
> >> > ("Ad
> >> > Hoc") without an access point or router.
> >> >
> >> > Now, this seems too good to be true so I wonder whether anyone could
> > advise
> >> > me of the pros and cons of doing this or give me a link to a site
with
> > the
> >> > right info.
> >> >
> >> > Also, would setting up a wireless LAN in this way (or any other way
for
> > the
> >> > mattter) upset the existing wired network settings, ie if I foul up
the
> > new
> >> > wireless LAN, would I be able to go back to the wired LAN, or would
the
> > new
> >> > LAN overwrite the old  ?
> >> >
> >> > Thanks
> >> >
> >> >
> >> > --
> >> > Peter Kennedy
> >> > ------------------------
> >> >
> >> >
> >> >
> >> >
> >
> >
>
>

"Pete Kennedy" <peterkenn***@nahhhh.com> wrote in message
news:eBTkOQmRFHA.1208@TK2MSFTNGP10.phx.gbl...
> Thanks,
>
> I already have a software firewall that works really well. I've heard
> routers cans mess things up - some applications get get through. As for
> cost, this'll be set against the company's expenses anyway (I have a small
> home-based business). I'm looking for simplicity really - originally setting
> up the wired LAN was hell. I don't want to go through that again!
>
> Cheers
>
> Peter
>
> "TW" <twilckenATmsnDOTcom> a écrit dans le message de news:
> OgHeaxlRFHA.3***@TK2MSFTNGP12.phx.gbl...
> > I use a D-Link DI624 wireless router and my signal reaches across the
> street
> > and down three houses. Low signal at that range, but still a usable
> > connection. Would that be enough signal strength for you? It includes four
> > wired ports so you can replace the hub or switch on your network.
> > Also a router includes a firewall and many other features not found on an
> > AP. Routers are usually cheaper than APs.
> >
> > "Pete Kennedy" <peterkenn***@nahhhh.com> wrote in message
> > news:OvZn5rkRFHA.2784@TK2MSFTNGP12.phx.gbl...
> > > Thanks,
> > >
> > > However, by going for a dsl modem/router, aren't I putting all my eggs
> > > into
> > > the same basket ? Some appear to advise a separate access point. Also,
> > > I've
> > > heard the wireless signal from routers is weak compared to APs. Its all
> a
> > > little confusing.....
> > >
> > > Cheers
> > >
> > > Peter
> > >
> > > "Quintin" <Quin***@discussions.microsoft.com> a écrit dans le message de
> > > news: 38DF8FD0-2931-4846-85F3-AA36DAA2C***@microsoft.com...
> > >> you are going to be workign in what is called a star topology
> > >> http://doit.ort.org/course/networks/30.htm
> > >>
> > >> The introduction of wireless will not in any way interfear with your
> > > current
> > >> setup other than adding wireless capabilities. I suggest getting
> yourself
> > > a
> > >> wireless router, and depending on your household or environmental
> > > arrangement
> > >> you will need to decide how strong a signal you need (as most routers
> do
> > > not
> > >> have very good signal strength
> > >>
> > >> it is pretty easy to set up a wireless network. I know i say it a lot
> but
> > >> the best program for helping beginners with a network is Network
> Magic...
> > >>
> > >> if you want to share an internet connection over it, and ytou want the
> > >> Internet to work even when the computer your router is connected to is
> > >> off
> > >> you may want to look at something like DSL-604+
> > >>
> > >> Hope that helps
> > >>
> > >> Cheers
> > >>
> > >> Quintin
> > >> MVP wannabe
> > >>
> > >> "Pete Kennedy" wrote:
> > >>
> > >> > Hi,
> > >> >
> > >> > I already have a 3-PC wired network which works perfectly. Now I need
> > >> > to
> > >> > complicate my life a little and want to venture into the world of
> > > wireless
> > >> > networking. Actually, this has come about because I've just ordered a
> > > new
> > >> > Centrino laptop so it makes sens to take advantage of its wireless
> > >> > networking feature. For the other 2 PCs, I have purchased wirelss
> > >> > cards,
> > > one
> > >> > for the curent host and one for the old laptop. I was also going to
> buy
> > >> > either an acces point or a DSL modem/router when I saw on Practically
> > >> > Networked that the network cards can communicate between each other
> > >> > ("Ad
> > >> > Hoc") without an access point or router.
> > >> >
> > >> > Now, this seems too good to be true so I wonder whether anyone could
> > > advise
> > >> > me of the pros and cons of doing this or give me a link to a site
> with
> > > the
> > >> > right info.
> > >> >
> > >> > Also, would setting up a wireless LAN in this way (or any other way
> for
> > > the
> > >> > mattter) upset the existing wired network settings, ie if I foul up
> the
> > > new
> > >> > wireless LAN, would I be able to go back to the wired LAN, or would
> the
> > > new
> > >> > LAN overwrite the old  ?
> > >> >
> > >> > Thanks
> > >> >
> > >> >
> > >> > --
> > >> > Peter Kennedy
> > >> > ------------------------
> > >> >
> > >> >
> > >> >
> > >> >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
>
>