Is it easy to setup a wireless network with Linksys?
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yes exceptionaly easy just plug it all together snd follow the instructions.
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It depends on how you're doing it. The easiest way is to use a DSL switch/router like Linksys or Dlink . connect THAT to the DSL router, and then all your computers connect to the router. Most routers sell between 25 and 50 dollars and have easy setup programs.
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Fast and easy to setup and maintain?  Go pick up a router.  You will need cat-5 cable to stretch out to each pc from the router.  These cables cannot be more than 326 feet. Set all of the machines up to acquire an IP address automatically.  Set the workgroup to be the same on all machines (this asumes a Windows environment).  Turn everything on and give it about 2 minutes to settle down then start checking for connectivity between the machines.  Depending on your situation, wireless might work better than stringing cables.  I have a mixed network in the house here.  I also have the network bridged via wireless to the neighbors house.(Share cable modem)
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Buy a Wireless PCI Card and a wireless router if you don't have one. I recommend Linksys.
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I would suggest picking up a wireless router. you could do an ad-hoc network but if you want to share the internet connection, your best bet is to use a small router. for about $50 dollars you can pick up a Linksys WRT54G and have all your bases covered.   ofcouse you'll need wireless network cards for each of the computers. the documentation with the linksys router will guide you through the process. also check out some info on wireless security. (see sources)
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Setting up network is complex. Setting up wireless is more complex. And then security adds more complextiy still. It is possible to do it "all in one shot." However doing so will make it nearly impossible to identify where the installation went wrong. Instead, my recommendation is to do this a step at a time, performing each step on the web page that manages your router and on the configuraion utility on PC. After step 2, ensure that you still have a connection, then move on to the next step.\n\n\n--------------------------------------------------------------------------------\nAnd, whether you are working on a wired or wireless network, it is recommended that you configure the router while using a wired connection\n--------------------------------------------------------------------------------\n\n\nIf you have DSL/PPPoE, ensure that you have your logon information before you start.\n\n1. Download and install the latest firmware for the router from the manufacturer's website\n2. Download and install the latest drivers and configuration utilty for your PC from the manufacturer's website Wired and Wireless. For wireless do not use the Windows WZC (Wireless Zero Configuration) Utility. It has many known problems, including inability to see connections and dropping connections\n3. Perform a hard reset (typically by pressing and holding a pin/button on the back of the router) to reset the router to factory configuration.\n4. (Wireless only) Remove any configuration of your wireless card on the PC, if the card was previously configured\n5. (Wireless only) If you have a multi-mode router (b,g, pre-N), make sure your router is set to support the right networks. (Some of these routers (e.g.Linksys) can be set for specific networks. For example, if you have both b and g devices, you must set the router to "mixed mode" for both to connect)\n\nOnce you have done this, you should access your router's web page to\n\n6. Change your routers password\n7. Configure your network connection type. For DSL, you typically need to set it as PPPoE, and then enter your logon/password information. For cable modem, you typically needs to set it to DHCP. No logon or password is required. (DHCP for cable modem is usually the default)\n8. Enable IPSec Passthrough if you need to connect to a VPN at the office\n9. (Wireless only) Set SSID to your desired setting on router (not the default) and laptops/PCs and verify connectivity to the internet from each laptop / PC Required for wireless only\n10. (Wireless only) Disable SSID broadbast on the router and verify connectiviy (Longer is better, less obvious is better) Required for wireless only\n11. (Wireless only) Set WEP/WPA/WPA2 and verify connectivity (WEP/WPA/WPA2 should be set to something different than the SSID) (Longer is better, less obvious is better) Required for wireless only See security note below\n12. (Wireless only) (Optional depending on how paranoid you are) Set MAC filtering and verify \n13. (Optional if hosting games) Configure DMZ \n\n\nNote: Routers now frequently come with autoconfiguration setup software. While there is nothing wrong with this software, you should be aware that this software often does not support non standard configuations (e.g. LAN only, no internet) or all capabilities. (e.g. MAC ID filtering). If your needs extend beyond what the autoconfiguration tool supports, then perform a manual configuration by accessing your router's web page\n\nSecurity noteOnly WPA/WPA2 is not easily hacked. Any other type of security should only be viewed as enough to stop casual eavesdropping. If you use WEP you should expect that if someone wants your data, that they can get it.\n\nPLEASE GO THROUGH THIS TOOV V V V V V V \nhttp://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_zdpcm/is_200403/ai_ziff120551
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No of course not. \n\nTry usin WEP Key from the router (build in)\nSet a password to it.\n\nSee if your router comes with a CD, install the software or...\n\ndefault configuration is... (type on address bar)\n\nhttp://192.168.1.100\n\nor\n\nhttp://192.168.1.1\n\nor \n\nhttp://192.168.0.1\n\nor\n\nhttp://192.168.0.100\n\n(depends on your router) please refer to your router manual. Router recommended -- AZTECH, LINKSYS
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Depending on the layout, that's quite a spread for a WiFi, and will take a fair bit of management - task which will continue after the installation is complete.\nUnless you have the expertise and the time to deal with the headaches yourself, then you may want to contact a reputable local network firm. Alternatively, give your local service providers a call, they may contract the installation for you.\n\nTrust me, this is a bigger task than you think.  I sell networking hardware every day, a lot of it to people doing just this, in condos and trailer parks (This is Florida :-)...   almost all of them come back looking for help.
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get a linksys acess point and go by hardwire it from there
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I assume your Linksys is a wireless router?\n\nMake sure that the built-in adapters are enabled or turned on.  Make sure you're not running any firewall or security software, it'll conflict with the firewall of your router.  Try setting up the wireless network without a wireless security enabled first.\n\nFor wireless security, you may need to test if your laptops can use WPA.  Mine didn't, so I stayed with WEP.\n\nSome modems don't have a power button.  You may just need to unplug the power cord.  Or maybe if you have a switch or button that may say "Standby".\n\nOh, yeah... if your ISP is Cable Internet and you can get online when wired to the modem, you may need to do 2 things:\n\n1. Change the router's IP to 192.168.2.1 because some modems have the same IP address as the router.\n\n2.Do a Mac clone.  Comcast authenticates users through MAc addresses - w/ Linksys, just access the router page and in BAsic Setup look for a tab called "Mac Clone" (I think).... then enable it and save.  \n\nHope this helps!   :)
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It depend on which router and card you have but go to linksys\n\nhttp://www.linksys.com/servlet/Satellite?c=L_Content_C1&childpagename=US%2FLayout&cid=1116519870339&pagename=Linksys%2FCommon%2FVisitorWrapper\n\nThey have a step by step setup
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I tried one many years ago, and it didn't work that well. You should consider setting up a wireless network with a wireless router and a wireless card for your computer.
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I would suggest clicking on the learning center tab (near the top middle of the page) at the Linksys reference below and start with network basics.  Linksys has been in the business for a number of years and makes wireless access points, routers and gateways.  If you then have questions post them here.
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i hve a linksys as well and have no trouble with wep.  in theory, enabling wep should only affect wireless traffic (not the net connection), so I would check to make sure you have the internet cat5 in the right plug then take it back and get a new router- if you're good at this stuff then configuring wep shouldnt do anything bad- assume it's bad hardware once and give it a go w/ another unit.
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You need a router.  Linksys is the best.\n\ngo to \n\nhttp://www.linksys.com/servlet/Satellite?c=L_Content_C1&childpagename=US%2FLayout&cid=1114037291160&pagename=Linksys%2FCommon%2FVisitorWrapper\n\nIt will show you what you need and how it's done.
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What is your budget?\n\nI generally setup networks with a Cisco PIX and then have a separate switch for each subnet.  \n\nIf you need something a bit more affordable, check out the Linksys RV042 and make sure it has the latest firmware.
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You can set up a wireless network with ANY internet connection.\n\nHowever, the cost of a few metres of phone extension cable is easily cheaper than the cost of a router and wireless adaptor.