is it easier with a router

1 Nov 2006 7:13 AM

NUGGET

hi people had a chap set up network two d/tops & 1 laptop.

n1 d/top hooked up via modem using usb cable.

n1 to n2 d/top hooked together via crossover cable cat6.

laptop hooks up via cat6 cable directly from modem.

im very lost, is it easier to buy a router,
what type do i need,how many ports, brand, etc.
posted a question the other day and recieved answer from chuck but was over
my head as i didnt set up network.

1 Nov 2006 8:58 AM

Ian

Yes. Easier, and more secure.

You need a router with at least two Ethernet ports. A 4-port one should do.

1 Nov 2006 10:37 AM

NUGGET

Thanks ian shall be off to get one hopefuly they are much of a muchness or
the bloke behind the counter might shaft me thanks again

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"Ian" wrote:

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> Yes. Easier, and more secure.
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> You need a router with at least two Ethernet ports. A 4-port one should do.
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1 Nov 2006 11:22 AM

Mike Hall - MS MVP Windows Shell/User

If your laptop has built in wireless capability, a wireless broadband router
would be a good idea.. a website for you to look over..

http://www.dlink.com/products/category.asp?cid=1&sec=1

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Mike Hall
MS-MVP Windows Shell/User

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"NUGGET" <NUG***@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
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> hi people had a chap set up network two d/tops & 1 laptop.
>
> n1 d/top hooked up via modem using usb cable.
>
> n1 to n2 d/top hooked together via crossover cable cat6.
>
> laptop hooks up via cat6 cable directly from modem.
>
> im very lost, is it easier to buy a router,
> what type do i need,how many ports, brand, etc.
> posted a question the other day and recieved answer from chuck but was
> over
> my head as i didnt set up network.