Hello, I want to use my Linksys WIFI router as the WIFI connection using my C1000a as a DSL modem with the WIFI turned off. Is this possible?
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Of course. You can optionally disable most all modems or routers and hang another device off if it. I use an Apple Airpirt Extreme for my wireless.
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Yes, You'll need your PPPoE information from your provider, and then you can enable Transparent Bridge mode so that the Modem is just that, a modem.
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I believe so because this does have the connections needed to do that. It all depends on the type of Linksys Wifi router.
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Yeah probably. I wish I had a solid answer for you. We used this for maybe 6 months and then switched Internet providers.
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Yes. I ran a router from this device so I could have a 5.0 Ghz connection for my apple devices. I had no issues. Not sure if you can turn the wifi off.
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This may help. Looks like you can turn it off. http://internethelp.centurylink.com/internethelp/modem-c1000a-wireless-wps-disable.html
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Hi Andrew. If your modem has wireless capability, then you may let the wireless adapter ( Belkin N600) connect to its network wirelessly. No need for another router if you already have one.
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Yes you can, you can turn any wired modem or router into a wireless device. You also use it to extend your wireless reach (signal repeater).
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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.
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Hi Itsawrap. Yes, you can. Here's how you can do it: http://www.linksys.com/us/support-article?articleNum=132275 However, we also agree to what the other user said.
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The router has a special port designed to connect it to the modem (cable or DSL). The router book (manual) should have the diagram and instructions on how to do it. Is actually pretty easy.
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Yes. You can hook up your cable connection to the modem and plug your router into an ethernet port and configure the wifi on your "better" unit by logging into the ip address of your "better" unit. You don't even need to log into the ip of the Arris if you are not going to use the wifi from it. I have done it this way many times in order to verify that another wifi unit was working properly. I hope this helps.
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I assume you have DSL instead of cable and are looking for a DSL modem/router to combine the modem, wired and wireless in one package. The Linksys X2000 is awful, constantly dropping the connection. I've had better luck with Actiontec GT784WN. Great setup software and support. TP-Link TD-W8960N was OK, but support is non-existent and the interface is overly complex.
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The C1000a is a crap router. It will not connect to some xp intel chips. I put a WRT54 on it and it connects fine. They are cheap on ebay. Actiontec and Centurylink are not the best providers. If you Google xp and c1000a you will see many comments on this. If you are using a newer laptop this answer is not for you.
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Ken, Since I don't know the answer, check out linksys.com/support and I hope this helps out. I am using the linksys E1200 router.
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Hi,The Linksys E2000 router can be configured to be cascaded to an existing router setup. It can be set as an Access Point to further extend the wireless coverage of the network as well as provide additional ports to accommodate more wired connections. It also has the option to disable the DHCP server function so that it does not produce/propagate IP addresses to local clients.Thanks.Cisco-Linksys Supporthttp://homesupport.cisco.com
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You can use this router as a wireless access point. I have one of these routers connected to my main router in wireless repeater mode to get stronger signal in another part of my house. I also have three computers connected to the same wireless repeater via Ethernet so that I do not have to have wireless adapters for each of them to connect to my wireless network.
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Not surprised, the one I had started dropping the network connection completely and had to be restarted to get it back. After hours on the phone with dlink, they blamed my ISP. I called my ISP and blamed dlink, through all this I made several attempts to bridge this router with my modem/router, to no avail. I gave up and got switch and used my ISP's wireless connection via the modem/router.
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Hi,Thank you for emailing me. If your DSL modem uses a RJ-45 connection you will be able to use this router. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks.Regards,Andrew SchearerOperations Manager"Like" us at facebook.com/reforgerdirect
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Well I have a linksys wireless router plugged into the modem. The modem does NOT send out a wireless signal it is just a cable internet modem so if you don't have a wireless router you won't be able to connect with the modem unless you plug an Ethernet cable into it.
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The answer is Yes, but the way to go is hard-wire it. I got rid of my CCK-W because it kept losing the signal and I would have to reset my router at least once a week. I finally gave in and called Directv and their tech came out, tried 2 other CCK-W units with no luck so he hard-wired it to my modem. I don't know how he did it but he didn't even run an extra Ethernet cable.
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Yes, Router will be needed to connect wireless devices. Modem is a short of access point to access intrrnet from your service provider but using ethernet cable. You can buy separate router and create your own wireless network.