Wi-fi question

Derrell · February 23, 2012, 10:14:48 PM

I'm looking for an easy and inexensive way to set up wireless. I mostly want it for accessing Playstation network and for my kindle.

TheTick · February 23, 2012, 10:49:12 PM

Do you currently have high-speed internet at home, plugged right into your computer? You'd need a wireless router (check the sales at Newegg.com or TigerDirect.com), and the typical home user shouldn't have to spend more than $40. You want a wireless-N (or 802.11n) capable one, that can do WPA2 security. PS3s, do they have built in wireless? I don't know offhand.

Derrell · February 23, 2012, 10:53:45 PM

We do have DSL. PS3's have an ethernet port and I thik tey have built in wireless. Otherwise,, you can get an adapter.

Derrell · February 23, 2012, 11:07:37 PM

Are routers easy to install, or will animal sacrifices be required? ;)

TheTick · February 23, 2012, 11:43:16 PM

Usually pretty darn easy. Most have a CD that will guide you through it from your PC.

Derrell · February 24, 2012, 02:18:40 PM

Router ordered.

TheTick · February 24, 2012, 11:03:05 PM

What did you get?

Derrell · February 25, 2012, 08:15:01 AM

Medialink - Wireless N Router - 802.11n - 150 Mbps - 2.4 Ghz - NEW Design w/ Internal Antenna
by Medialink

All the reviews say it's easy to install and durable. It's also cool looking. 8)

Derrell · February 25, 2012, 05:44:14 PM

Holy carp. The company that made the router sent me an email thanking me for buying it. They explained the basics of installation. :o

TheTick · February 27, 2012, 10:39:47 PM

Looks highly rated at Amazon. Hope it works well for you. :D

Derrell · February 28, 2012, 10:19:18 PM

I just found out that our DSL modem has wi-fi capability built in. Thi after repeated failed attempts to get the modem and router to play nice . >:( Anybody need a new router?

TheTick · February 28, 2012, 10:26:14 PM

You know, I never would've thought of that, as I have never had one come with that, but I DO know some companies have that.

rivka · February 28, 2012, 10:30:33 PM

Mine does, but it's part of why I got this particular one. I keep being in apartments where the best place to put a computer is too far from the only place(s) to put DSL jacks.

TheTick · February 28, 2012, 10:38:04 PM

You might be able to return it still, depending on what the restrictions are where you bought it. Otherwise, toss it up on craigslist or eBay to get something back for it.

Ela · May 30, 2012, 12:30:49 PM

Quote from: rivka on February 28, 2012, 10:30:33 PM
Mine does, but it's part of why I got this particular one. I keep being in apartments where the best place to put a computer is too far from the only place(s) to put DSL jacks.

Mine did, too. It's the standard cheap model that ATT was sending out at the time we signed up for DSL. No special dispensations required. ;)