I have cable modem but only has 1 ethernet and i have 2 computers so i was told to buy a router so i can have both hooked up at same time. this work?
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Hi Ivey, the one you picked is just a switch, not a router. You can go through this process so we can start suggesting a router for you. Here it is: http://goo.gl/7zB1dc
1008181
They are identical. You Ethernet from your router to one, plug that one to any power outlet. Plug your second powerline anywhere you want to receive Ethernet thru any wall jack and connect the Ethernet cable from your second powerline to your device.
1099872
I have a similar setup working, but instead of using the ethernet connection on the modem, which most only have one, I use two ethernet connections on the back of the wireless router. One goes to a swich which drives 3 components and the other goes across to the opposite side of my house to a second switch driving 4 components. I am running computers, PS3, Wii, and 2 internet TV's with improved streaming speed and reliability than wireless.
1742947
This is only a cable modem and not a wireless router or access point.. You will need to purchase another device to accomplish that, or get an all in one cable modem/wifi router instead...
1705841
It's a switch not a router. You would have the line coming from your cable/dsl modem go to a router then it would go to the switch. The router handles the natting and the dhcp. If you cable/dsl modem is also a router then you can connect it directly to this for more wired connections.
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Yes. You plug your main ethernet (coming from router/modem) into the device and then you can hook up up to 4 other devices. I have the main line coming into port 1 and then port 2 and 3 are outgoing to my computer and xbox and i have the option to plug in two more devices if i ever need to
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You can pick and choose the router you connect to. You can hook both computers to the router in the attic or split them up. I usually chose based on signal strength.
2205308
Yes, you can have two kits (4 power line units) to work with your router. With one unit plugs into the wall power outlet and Ethernet cable connects to your router. Three other units in a different rooms also plugging in wall power outlet and connect to other computer, laptop etc... through Ethernet cables or wireless if your units supported wireless. You can use the default security setup or your own security by following factory recommendation.
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It's a router, not a modem. The modem is what connects to your coaxial cable coming from the provider. The modem then has another slot for an Ethernet cable that goes on to your router. The modem is also what you're probably thinking of.All routers work with all cable providers because they're only meant to relay the service signal your modem is receiving.Look up the difference between a modem and a router if you want to learn more.
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I'm pretty sure that this is just a router, you'll need a modem separately. Unless you're with Xfinity, they'll provide a modem+router in one.
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No. This is a modem with one ethernet cable output. You will need a separate wireless router if you want to share internet connection with other devices.
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Yes, one would connect to your main router and the other one would need to connect to the other router
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This unit replaces the modem and router completely. I have it the cable attached to it, and see no reason why a splitter wouldn't work (except that you may lose some bandwidth). I would try it, based on if it were returnable.
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We have a wireless router for our laptops, but our desktop PCs are still wired into the router too ...in another room. So what do you suggest? I wonder if two routers in one home would work. Our Wii is in the room with the tv that we would like to install the player, so then we have to wonder about how this would effect it's wireless capabilities too.
802190
Hi. This is a router only. Do you need a modem-router? Let us know and we will do our best to help.
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I suppose so. Once this product is setup, you can use it like you would use a normal Ethernet cable; you could plug it into a device's Ethernet port, or plug it into a wired router to use it with multiple devices. Of course, if you use this product to provide internet to several devices at once, it is possible that the internet connection will be slowed.hope this makes sense,Lode
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Just one port on your router plus one power outlet near the router... On the other end (where you want to get the network signal), you will need one power outlet and then an ethernet cable to each device you want to connect (you can connect 4 devices)