home networking??

bradders · 20-Dec-2004, 22:25

I've got ntl broadband (no sarcy comments please!) and have a wire going half way around the world to get to my loft where the puter is. I have seen these wireless network kits - anyone know if I could use with ntl set top box and standard type puter? what would I need and is it difficult for a non techy person?

thanks

bradders

cashburning748r · 20-Dec-2004, 22:34

Really easy mate.

Best suggestion is to pop into your local pc world and buy a home networking kit. They cost around £130 for wireless and are easy to install.

Easy enough for me anyway, and thats easy!

Seasons greetings

mark

JPM · 20-Dec-2004, 22:42

Right you should have a cat5 cable coming out of the back of your set top box, basically buy a wireless router, netgear wg834T (that's off the top of my head) and a wireless network card, PC Card/PCI card depending on if it's a laptop or desktop, bit of jiggery pokery and away you go.

That's put in really simple terms, if you want any more help just ask

madmav · 20-Dec-2004, 22:49

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Originally posted by jpmercer
Right you should have a cat5 cable coming out of the back of your set top box, basically buy a wireless router, netgear wg834T (that's off the top of my head) and a wireless network card, PC Card/PCI card depending on if it's a laptop or desktop, bit of jiggery pokery and away you go.

That's put in really simple terms, if you want any more help just ask

hey freak are you OK mate?????????

thats the second post 2 night that looks like spaghetti !!!!

i'm realy starting to worry bout you!

Redsps · 20-Dec-2004, 23:24

well then, scary comments, where do we start then.

I expect it will be a downward spiraling service then:P:P

cheers
robin

Mark · 21-Dec-2004, 07:29

Bradders, I've got 3 computers running off a wireless network. If you wanna pop round and have a look how it works, you are welcome.

I use NTL as well.

bradders · 21-Dec-2004, 10:38

cheers flanker - any chance over the xmas week? may be able to pick up some sales bargs to do it with!

cheers guys, as always!

Mark · 21-Dec-2004, 12:34

Yes, Off from noon 24th, Only working 30th December.

07717 496590 is my mobile number, give me a ring anytime.

NBs996 · 21-Dec-2004, 13:05

I use a Linksys router plugged into my ntl box downstairs with a Netgear reciever which plugs to the computer via USB.

Cost, about a year ago, was £80 for the router and £30 for the receiver.

Easy to install too.

bradders · 21-Dec-2004, 18:15

cool nick - and you've seen where thecable goes so am sure can see why I want to change!! Must finish that web page soon...you off over xmas??

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20-Dec-2004, 22:34	#2
cashburning748r Registered Forum User Mille Posts: 164 Join Date: Dec 2004 Mood: For Sale... Really easy mate. Best suggestion is to pop into your local pc world and buy a home networking kit. They cost around £130 for wireless and are easy to install. Easy enough for me anyway, and thats easy! Seasons greetings mark Reply

20-Dec-2004, 23:24	#5
Redsps Registered Forum User Ducati Meccanica Posts: 2,572 Join Date: May 2003 well then, scary comments, where do we start then. I expect it will be a downward spiraling service then:P:P cheers robin Reply

21-Dec-2004, 07:29	#6
Mark Registered Forum User BSB Star Posts: 6,397 Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Fareham, Hampshire Bradders, I've got 3 computers running off a wireless network. If you wanna pop round and have a look how it works, you are welcome. I use NTL as well. Reply

21-Dec-2004, 10:38	#7
bradders Registered Forum User MotoGP God Bikes: 848, M620 DD bike Posts: 11,913 Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Hants Mood: waiting... cheers flanker - any chance over the xmas week? may be able to pick up some sales bargs to do it with! cheers guys, as always! Reply

21-Dec-2004, 12:34	#8
Mark Registered Forum User BSB Star Posts: 6,397 Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Fareham, Hampshire Yes, Off from noon 24th, Only working 30th December. 07717 496590 is my mobile number, give me a ring anytime. Reply

21-Dec-2004, 13:05	#9
NBs996 Registered Forum User Ducati in my Blood Posts: 4,728 Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: The deep south Mood: I love my 996 xxx I use a Linksys router plugged into my ntl box downstairs with a Netgear reciever which plugs to the computer via USB. Cost, about a year ago, was £80 for the router and £30 for the receiver. Easy to install too. Reply

21-Dec-2004, 18:15	#10
bradders Registered Forum User MotoGP God Bikes: 848, M620 DD bike Posts: 11,913 Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Hants Mood: waiting... cool nick - and you've seen where thecable goes so am sure can see why I want to change!! Must finish that web page soon...you off over xmas?? Reply