which router?

Hi,
I have a Dell inspiron 8600 laptop. running XP pro.
I have ordered yahoo dsl for my home.

Now all I need is a router right? (I'll worry about the printer later)
What do I need?

On the compusa website I see them for as low as $24.99 after rebate.
Which one do I really need?

I have a small house (2000 sq. ft.) and the equip will be centrally located.
Might want to go out on the patio and word or surf...but that's about it.

I might later add a wireless card to an existing PC, so might need to
accommodate that...

Thanks for suggestions.

jojo
(trying to be cost effective, but not cheap)

jojo

Hey JoJo,

I just got the Netgear WGT624 108mps wireless router along with the Netgear
WG511T PC Card and have had great luck with it. I'd suggest this setup to
anyone - easy to install, very fast and so far, no problems at all. I had
to replace my Linksys equipment after too many disconnects. Others here
will tell you they like Linksys - it just didn't work for me.

I say Netgear - either the 54mps or 108mps router along with the WG511T PC
card.

Good luck,

- Tom C.


"jojo" <cgv_2000*yourhat*@yahoo.com> wrote in message
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> Hi,
> I have a Dell inspiron 8600 laptop. running XP pro.
> I have ordered yahoo dsl for my home.
>
> Now all I need is a router right? (I'll worry about the printer later)
> What do I need?
>
> On the compusa website I see them for as low as $24.99 after rebate.
> Which one do I really need?
>
> I have a small house (2000 sq. ft.) and the equip will be centrally
located.
> Might want to go out on the patio and word or surf...but that's about it.
>
> I might later add a wireless card to an existing PC, so might need to
> accommodate that...
>
> Thanks for suggestions.
>
> jojo
> (trying to be cost effective, but not cheap)
>
>

Tom C.

Hi
Internet Hi.
The content of the following links will provide you with a tutorial about
the issue. It is short and to the point.
The first three links bellow were written by me ages ago. You might ignore
the prices and Brands recommendations.
The principles however are still the same.
Basic Options for Internet Connection
Sharing -http://www.anandtech.com/guides/viewfaq.html?i=105
Hubs, routers, switches, DSL, LANs, WANs...? -
http://www.anandtech.com/guides/viewfaq.html?i=48
What do I need for wireless Networking? -
http://www.anandtech.com/guides/viewfaq.html?i=122
Connection Diagram With Cable/DSL Router. -
http://www.ezlan.net/~network/router.jpg
Installing Network - http://www.ezlan.net/installing.html
Wireless - Hardware: http://www.ezlan.net/Wireless_Hardware.html
Wireless - Basic Configuration: http://www.ezlan.net/Wireless_Config.html
Wireless - Basic Security: http://www.ezlan.net/Wireless_Security.html
Jack (MVP-Networking).


"Tom C." <> wrote in message
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> Hey JoJo,
>
> I just got the Netgear WGT624 108mps wireless router along with the
Netgear
> WG511T PC Card and have had great luck with it. I'd suggest this setup to
> anyone - easy to install, very fast and so far, no problems at all. I had
> to replace my Linksys equipment after too many disconnects. Others here
> will tell you they like Linksys - it just didn't work for me.
>
> I say Netgear - either the 54mps or 108mps router along with the WG511T PC
> card.
>
> Good luck,
>
> - Tom C.
>
>
> "jojo" <cgv_2000*yourhat*@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:OcPfd.1679$ m...
> > Hi,
> > I have a Dell inspiron 8600 laptop. running XP pro.
> > I have ordered yahoo dsl for my home.
> >
> > Now all I need is a router right? (I'll worry about the printer later)
> > What do I need?
> >
> > On the compusa website I see them for as low as $24.99 after rebate.
> > Which one do I really need?
> >
> > I have a small house (2000 sq. ft.) and the equip will be centrally
> located.
> > Might want to go out on the patio and word or surf...but that's about
it.
> >
> > I might later add a wireless card to an existing PC, so might need to
> > accommodate that...
> >
> > Thanks for suggestions.
> >
> > jojo
> > (trying to be cost effective, but not cheap)
> >
> >
>
>

Jack

My advise is a D-Link DI-624, it has a very easy GUI for setup, and is
capable of 108mbps when run in Super G mode with other D-link Air Extreme
devices. I have my router in the basement and with 2 directional antennas I
get 95% signal strength and full 108mbps on the second floor. Can't be
beat.
"jojo" <cgv_2000*yourhat*@yahoo.com> wrote in message
news:OcPfd.1679$ m...
> Hi,
> I have a Dell inspiron 8600 laptop. running XP pro.
> I have ordered yahoo dsl for my home.
>
> Now all I need is a router right? (I'll worry about the printer later)
> What do I need?
>
> On the compusa website I see them for as low as $24.99 after rebate.
> Which one do I really need?
>
> I have a small house (2000 sq. ft.) and the equip will be centrally
> located.
> Might want to go out on the patio and word or surf...but that's about it.
>
> I might later add a wireless card to an existing PC, so might need to
> accommodate that...
>
> Thanks for suggestions.
>
> jojo
> (trying to be cost effective, but not cheap)
>
>

Jim

I use the same router as you Jim, D-Link DI624 and I can get a signal across
the street and down three houses. I have downloaded the newest firmware and
it includes "extended range mode". Due to this extended range I have the
security enabled. I also use D-Link Extreme G products only for wireless
networking. Excellent products if you ask me.


"Jim" <> wrote in message
news:...
> My advise is a D-Link DI-624, it has a very easy GUI for setup, and is
> capable of 108mbps when run in Super G mode with other D-link Air Extreme
> devices. I have my router in the basement and with 2 directional antennas
> I get 95% signal strength and full 108mbps on the second floor. Can't be
> beat.
> "jojo" <cgv_2000*yourhat*@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> news:OcPfd.1679$ m...
>> Hi,
>> I have a Dell inspiron 8600 laptop. running XP pro.
>> I have ordered yahoo dsl for my home.
>>
>> Now all I need is a router right? (I'll worry about the printer later)
>> What do I need?
>>
>> On the compusa website I see them for as low as $24.99 after rebate.
>> Which one do I really need?
>>
>> I have a small house (2000 sq. ft.) and the equip will be centrally
>> located.
>> Might want to go out on the patio and word or surf...but that's about it.
>>
>> I might later add a wireless card to an existing PC, so might need to
>> accommodate that...
>>
>> Thanks for suggestions.
>>
>> jojo
>> (trying to be cost effective, but not cheap)
>>
>>
>
>

TW

Like you, I agree with selecting the D-Link DI-624. It is a very
capable wireless router. However, it does not have to be linked only
to other D-Link products to reach speeds of 108mbps. Currently, I am
using it in conjunction with my Netgear WG511T notebook card and
together, they sizzle. My only gripe with using the DI-624 is the
fact that, although it is "capable of supporting" AES encryption, AES
is not currently supported. The Netgear WG511T notebook card supports
both TKIP and AES.


On Wed, 27 Oct 2004 22:20:34 -0500, "Jim" <>
wrote:

>My advise is a D-Link DI-624, it has a very easy GUI for setup, and is
>capable of 108mbps when run in Super G mode with other D-link Air Extreme
>devices. I have my router in the basement and with 2 directional antennas I
>get 95% signal strength and full 108mbps on the second floor. Can't be
>beat.
>"jojo" <cgv_2000*yourhat*@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>news:OcPfd.1679$ om...
>> Hi,
>> I have a Dell inspiron 8600 laptop. running XP pro.
>> I have ordered yahoo dsl for my home.
>>
>> Now all I need is a router right? (I'll worry about the printer later)
>> What do I need?
>>
>> On the compusa website I see them for as low as $24.99 after rebate.
>> Which one do I really need?
>>
>> I have a small house (2000 sq. ft.) and the equip will be centrally
>> located.
>> Might want to go out on the patio and word or surf...but that's about it.
>>
>> I might later add a wireless card to an existing PC, so might need to
>> accommodate that...
>>
>> Thanks for suggestions.
>>
>> jojo
>> (trying to be cost effective, but not cheap)
>>
>>
>

Just Me, D

Doug Jamal