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The D-Link DI-713P is a broadband IEEE 802.11b compliant wireless gateway. The DI-713P provides the ability to share a broadband connection as well as a print server function. The D-Link DI-713P allows a DSL or Cable Modem connection to be shared through either its three local 10/100 Ethernet ports or via its integrated Wireless IEEE 802.11b component. The DI-713P is equipped with a bi-directional LPT port to support a direct printer connection. The DI-713's integrated Router and Firewall provide NAT, DHCP, and packet filtering services between the local network and the Internet.
D-Link's DI-713P allows wireless LAN users to share the Internet connection while providing the security of 128-bit Encryption. Static address support, integrated DHCP, PPPoE, and device name support will allow it to connect to nearly any broadband provider whether Ethernet Cable or DSL based, and at the same time simplify local area network settings.
The DI-713P provides two levels of security support. First, it masks local users' IP addresses from others on the Internet making it much more difficult for a hacker to target a machine on the network. Secondly it can block and redirect certain ports to limit the services that outside users can access. Specific ports can be opened by the user to ensure that games and other Internet applications will run properly.
The DI-713P provides special pass through function for common VPN implementations including PPTP (Point to Point Tunneling Protocol), L2TP (Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol) and IPSec*. The Virtual Server feature allows the user to expose HTTP, FTP, Game Servers and other local services to be accessible to Internet users located outside the LAN. The User-Definable Application Sensing Tunnel feature allows the user to define the attributes to support special applications requiring multiple connections, such as Internet gaming, video conferencing, and Internet telephony. A DMZ setting can be applied to a single client behind the DI-713P to expose it to the Internet and ensure complete Internet application compatibility even if specific ports are not known.
Unlike proxy server or NAT software that requires the software server to remain visible on the Internet, no local computers are directly externally visible when using the DI-713P. Also the DI-713P, like broadband, is always on, removing the need to constantly boot a software server when Internet access is desired from a client.
Integrated DHCP services allow up to 252 users to obtain their IP address automatically on boot up from the DI-713P. Client machines require no software, simply set them to accept a dynamically assigned IP address and reboot. Each time they are powered up the DI-713P will recognize them and set their IP address to instantly connect them to the LAN.
* PPTP, L2TP and IPSec support compatibility are dependent on the platform used.
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D-Link's DI-713P allows wireless LAN users to share the Internet connection while providing the security of 128-bit Encryption. Static address support, integrated DHCP, PPPoE, and device name support will allow it to connect to nearly any broadband provider whether Ethernet Cable or DSL based, and at the same time simplify local area network settings.
The DI-713P provides two levels of security support. First, it masks local users' IP addresses from others on the Internet making it much more difficult for a hacker to target a machine on the network. Secondly it can block and redirect certain ports to limit the services that outside users can access. Specific ports can be opened by the user to ensure that games and other Internet applications will run properly.
The DI-713P provides special pass through function for common VPN implementations including PPTP (Point to Point Tunneling Protocol), L2TP (Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol) and IPSec*. The Virtual Server feature allows the user to expose HTTP, FTP, Game Servers and other local services to be accessible to Internet users located outside the LAN. The User-Definable Application Sensing Tunnel feature allows the user to define the attributes to support special applications requiring multiple connections, such as Internet gaming, video conferencing, and Internet telephony. A DMZ setting can be applied to a single client behind the DI-713P to expose it to the Internet and ensure complete Internet application compatibility even if specific ports are not known.
Unlike proxy server or NAT software that requires the software server to remain visible on the Internet, no local computers are directly externally visible when using the DI-713P. Also the DI-713P, like broadband, is always on, removing the need to constantly boot a software server when Internet access is desired from a client.
Integrated DHCP services allow up to 252 users to obtain their IP address automatically on boot up from the DI-713P. Client machines require no software, simply set them to accept a dynamically assigned IP address and reboot. Each time they are powered up the DI-713P will recognize them and set their IP address to instantly connect them to the LAN.
* PPTP, L2TP and IPSec support compatibility are dependent on the platform used.
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http://www.rage.net/wireless/wireless-howto.html
jnuts
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jnuts
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Have you considered laying in cat-5? It's much more reliable than wireless. I've found wireless to be nice to have for my laptop, but when moving big files around, having 100mbit speed is much nicer - and much, much more reliable.
If you do buy - you might want to buy from somebody local so it will be easier to bring back. You are trying to span a two story house and sometimes that is a bit of a stretch for some routers.
If you do buy - you might want to buy from somebody local so it will be easier to bring back. You are trying to span a two story house and sometimes that is a bit of a stretch for some routers.
naturally anabolic
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Linksys, and if you have the dough get the wireless router amplifier, because as you move around the house or get farther away from the source, the signal can become pretty weak.
gsxr1000
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I got the Linksys BEFW11S4. It supports 802.11b, pretty much the most widely used wireless standard right now. It's a great piece of hardware, reliable and inexpensive. I have 5 computer and my Playstation 2 Online all connected to it. Two computers and the Playstation are hardwired to the ports in back, the other three are all wireless. It shares my online cable connection to all of them. The signal is pretty strong. I keep the router up in my room and I can still hit full 11 Mbps speed 2 floors down in my basement.
I'll agree with jnuts, if your plan is to transfer big files back and forth between the machines it's a little nicer to have 100 Mbps hardwire (you can now get 802.11g wireless which 54 Mbps too if you wish) but if it's mainly for Internet connection sharing, 11 Mbps is fine, it's also nice not having to run wires all over your house.
I'll agree with jnuts, if your plan is to transfer big files back and forth between the machines it's a little nicer to have 100 Mbps hardwire (you can now get 802.11g wireless which 54 Mbps too if you wish) but if it's mainly for Internet connection sharing, 11 Mbps is fine, it's also nice not having to run wires all over your house.
I agree with corn, but you're best off getting the DI-714P+ since it has printserve because many wireless routers don't have it. Just make sure your pritner is compatible with it. They have a list on the D-Link website. I have it connected to my desktop and laptop and i never have problems. My friend has the same one and has 3 desktops and 2 laptops connected to it with no problems.
jnuts
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velvett said:
Just pull your cable runs through existing phone and cable jacks in the walls. Much, much easier that way.
Or you could do it ghetto style -> out one window and in another window. Ugly ass cat-5 hanging all over the place.
I've done both those types of cable jobs. Now that I'm married, you can guess which kind the house has...
Zander1983
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We've got four desktops linked to a Netgear system. It works wonderfully well.
gsxr1000
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I have 3 different wireless adapter in my network. I bought a Linksys PCI for a desktop which was $79. An SMC USB wireless adapter for $39 and and my laptop had it preinstalled.
True the 2.4 Ghz band is a pretty crowded one. But to be honest I've never seen any real appreciable interferance from microwave ovens, cordless phones, cell phones or whathaveyou.
True the 2.4 Ghz band is a pretty crowded one. But to be honest I've never seen any real appreciable interferance from microwave ovens, cordless phones, cell phones or whathaveyou.
gsxr1000
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This looks cool.
http://www.linksys.com/splash/wet54g_splash.asp
Make your PS2 Online or XBox Live wireless.
http://www.linksys.com/splash/wet54g_splash.asp
Make your PS2 Online or XBox Live wireless.
I'm using a Netgear MR814, 802.11B wireless router in my gf's condo for 2 computers. No problem at all with it. And got it for $40 from Best buy several months ago. Can be found on ebay for $30 or less now.
NETGEAR's MR814NA Cable/DSL Wireless Router with 4-port switch and access point offers the easiest way to share and extend your high- speed DSL/cable modem Internet connection, either with or without wires. This high-performance IEEE 802.11b standards-based router connects all of your PC's equipped with wireless PC cards, while an integrated 4-port switch connects your devices that need Ethernet wiring. The integrated Web- content filtering and alerts allow you to restrict Internet access based upon Web addresses, Web address keywords or the time of day, and protect your family or business with a safe surfing environment. Network Address Translation (NAT) and VPN pass-through provides your network with protection from hackers. Simple, Web-based instructions gets your PC network up and running in less than an hour. With the MR814NA reliability, you can rest assured that your network will stay up and running, backed by the NETGEAR 3-year warranty
NETGEAR's MR814NA Cable/DSL Wireless Router with 4-port switch and access point offers the easiest way to share and extend your high- speed DSL/cable modem Internet connection, either with or without wires. This high-performance IEEE 802.11b standards-based router connects all of your PC's equipped with wireless PC cards, while an integrated 4-port switch connects your devices that need Ethernet wiring. The integrated Web- content filtering and alerts allow you to restrict Internet access based upon Web addresses, Web address keywords or the time of day, and protect your family or business with a safe surfing environment. Network Address Translation (NAT) and VPN pass-through provides your network with protection from hackers. Simple, Web-based instructions gets your PC network up and running in less than an hour. With the MR814NA reliability, you can rest assured that your network will stay up and running, backed by the NETGEAR 3-year warranty
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