Can I hook this up directly to a router? I just ordered one of these because I now have two components in my entertainment system that require network connections and not enough outputs from my cable modem/router. When I checked the instruction manual for this item on the company's official site, it said that it should be connected to a computer and then out to the other sources. Can I connect it directly to the router instead? Can I hook this up directly to a router? I just ordered one of these because I now have two components in my entertainment system that require network connections and not enough outputs from my... » Read More Can I hook this up directly to a router? I just ordered one of these because I now have two components in my entertainment system that require network connections and not enough outputs from my cable modem/router. When I checked the instruction manual for this item on the company's official site, it said that it should be connected to a computer and then out to the other sources. Can I connect it directly to the router instead? « Show Less
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Assuming you have a modem/router and not just a modem, it should work fine.
324486
Of course. Connect one port of switch to Ethernet port on modem/router. Connect Roku's Ethernet port to another port on switch. Power on switch. Power on Roku. On front panel of switch you should see "link" lamps lit corresponding to switch ports connected to powered-on external devices.
731508
I would think you'd need a direct line of site - even if it works then. I bought two of these and had to return them because they wouldn't work directly at my computer. I would consider another choice.
1234293
You currently have a modem router combo from your cable company, this item is a router which would take place of the networking, however there is an additional piece of equipment that you would need, a customer purchased modem, or a purchased cable modem. You would have to get one and call your cable company and give them the numbers for your purchased modem the modem then connects to the router and networks it wirelessly and wired through the house
1015169
Please note that basic cable modem service may not be sufficient if you are running multiple devices. Furthermore, sometimes this device works only when connected immediately to the cable modem, instead of to the router.
2202789
You probably do not have a router if it only has one port, you may be talking about the modem. you should invest in a router which will add more ports to your modem first. this product does not add additional ports, it simply connects to 1 existing port. once it is connected and plugged into a power outlet, it converts it to a signal that will run through your home's power lines. this is where the second unit comes into play. when you plug in the second unit it will grab the signal and convert it again so that it will be usable with your Ethernet enabled device.
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I don't know why someone wrote it's only a router because it's both. All I have is this one box and so many wifi devices connected to it. iPhones, roku player, amazon fire tv's, laptops, wifi printer, and an apple tv. Oh and Dlink wifi cameras too. I love modems with built in routers. I never had to use a modem and a router separately before. Wouldn't even know how to hook the two up. I guess I'll watch a YouTube video just so I could have a clue. But yes this one box is all you'll need. My internet provider is Comcast.
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I was just about to post the same question. I really don't want to run an ethernet line over to the player. I've looked at wireless access points but they're not much cheaper than a full blown router. I'm starting to think I'll end up with another wireless router (with 4 or more ports) to use as a bridge to my existing wireless lan. I just really don't want to spend upwards of $100 just to get bdlive.
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It connects via a Cat-6 network cable with an RJ45 end. Any of the ports will work. A straight-through cable will work fine. It's a switch, not a router, so you will still need a router between this and a cable modem, unless your cable modem has an integrated router. Since you mentioned both, I would suggest just hooking up a LAN FE port on your router into any one of the ports on this switch.
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This device isn't meant to be hooked directly into an ethernet cable to my knowledge. It is meant to take a coax cable in and have ethernet outs. For example with FiOS, the coax cables are usually already 'hot' in that they carry the internet/tv signals ready for use. This device connects directly to the coax to then provide multiple Ethernet ports. If you're looked to take ethernet from you router and break it out into multiple ethernet connections I think you'll need a powered ethernet bridge.
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You cannot use this directly between your modem and your other devices (guessing that is how you hooked it up) you must use a router in between so it would be Modem -> Router -> Switch. Hooked together in that order.
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I agree with Amanda's comment. Ethernet cable from router to computer is only for the initial set-up.
319907
Can I connect this directly to my DVD player? My DVD player has the following: "Line out video"; "S-Video out"; "R, L Audio out"; "Component video out" (which is 3 RCA size jacks); "Digital out coaxial" (which is one RCA size jack). Thanks.
1572169
This is a router only. Depending on your type of internet service (e.g. cable, DSL, etc) you will need some type of "modem". Some manufacturers build cable modems and DSL modems with routers built in. If you need both, then it would be more economical to purchase a modem/router combination.
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RhymeBoy.G, Thanks for your post. I want to connect our satellite receiver, blu ray disk device, and plasma tv to the internet by cat5 cable. We have the following: dsl modem>D-link wifi router>desktop pc>wifi laptops. I was not certain if I could connect the entertainment devices through a switch connected to the wifi router. Now I know this will work! Thanks.
2174430
it all has to do with your router compatibility and what type of connection it take. look at your book that came with your router and it will tell you what kind can be hook up with yours.
2179863
You need a simple network router.(@ $15) Router output into modem. Two single inputs into router. Using this setup for about a year.
723726
If you only need to hook up one PC, go ahead and plug it right into the modem - this will work great. Just make sure your PC's firewall is enabled! Your PC is receiving direct, unfiltered Internet when hooked up like this.