i dont have a router but can i hook it up with a usb and control direct from my windows computer??
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usb is not for controlling other computers. You can control the Vortexbox by using any computer on the same network, whether by wifi or wired ethernet. There are two ways to control the box: remote login using ssh, or for most people, finding out the IP address of the box and pointing your web browser (from the same network) to that address.
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No you need to have a router. If you only have wireless available you can get an access point or other solution. But you need a way for your computer and the VortexBox to be on the same network. Having a tablet or iPhone on the network is good as well. You can control the VortexBox with your computer but it's more convenient to use a table or phone.
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If you have an available USB port or a wireless router you should be able to.
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Sure can. I recommend the Linksys Dual-Band Wireless-N USB Adapter (AE3000). The setup is easy. Like in less than 5 minutes easy.
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If you have to ask this question, you'd be better off renting a router/modem combo from your ISP. It is a router, and creates a wireless signal that can be picked up by any network card that supports any 802.11 specification, regardless of what operating system you are using.
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No. If you want to use a wireless router you have to attach a USB wireless adapter to a USB port on the pc like the media link wireless or panda wireless adapter.
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You will need a bridge and wired connect to that bridge. It doesn't support usb dongle like windows/ios
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no this is a modem that connects to a router u will need a wireless router. you would connect the cable to the modem than run a ethernet cable from the modem to your wireless router, then from there another eternet cable to your computer
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Nope, just link it to your router, I had no problems with this unit, I am still using it today, no problems.
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No, the unit is designed to connect to the network. The unit wont work by direct connecting the unit to a pc/laptop via USB
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sorry-I don't understand your question-this is not a router-don't know how it would do for what you ask about-I suggest a router
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Yes it needs to be wired to a router, if it is a wireless router then you will see it over the network.
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You would have to be within range of router. there is an initial setup that is easy but requires you to plug it into the router.
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No. Most desktops do not have built in WiFi capabilities. There is a USB plug that I bought through Amazon that does allow you to pick up WiFi without having to plug directly into your router.
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No, its not a router, it is a usb wifi card. you can use it on a laptop or desktop to connect to a network.
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Try this...http://www.instructables.com/id/Use-a-DSL-with-WiFi-router-as-a-LAN-router/
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Just plug in to a wall like plugging in a lamp, it's just that simple. of course you need a router so it can be wireless.
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I agree with W.Beckles. Note: check your N router, also, some only work well withWindows 7