Can I connect to laptop via ethernet cable through my router? I'd like to set this up in a room over 50 feet away.
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If you already have a modem (DSL, cable or otherwise) then the answer is no. Of course, I highly suggest that you also have a wireless router as well, especially if you wish to connect wirelessly. Alternatively, you could connect the cord (with RJ45 connector) from the modem directly to your laptop. While you would get on the Internet this way, I don't suggest it, as it offers no protection. Some modems from service providers do have routers built in; so, check with your service provider to see what you have. This laptop is a great value. Good luck!
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Hi, Most wireless routers come with 4 ethernet ports on the back. You can pick up some cable for around $10 and "plug" your laptop in to the router. It's as simple as putting the cable in the place where it fits on the device(s).
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I connected mine to the ethernet port in my sons room, which is on the 2nd floor of our house. He now has his xbox and laptop connected directly to it and it extends our network over a larger area than the router in the basement can.
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It must be powered from the POE and connected to the router via cat5/6. It sounds like you may be looking for a range extender, but the throughputon those will be much lower due to their nature (having to receive/transmit radio signals simultaneously).
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I don't know. For me, going longer distances I've used Ethernet and other methods achieving pretty functional and reliable results for extreme distances (e.g., windows remote - a free tool with windows (PC). Good luck,
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There are two ways to connect - ethernet wire to your router (best way) or use a ethernet powerline connection. I ordered the Linksys powerline for $114 and literally plugged it in and it works. It uses your existing electrical outlet to transmit the signal and lost not speed from my cable modem. If you use a traditional wifi it can be limited on speed and transmission can be choppy.
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Don't know the maximum range. Mine is in same room about twelve feet from router and works fine.
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The best way for it to work is to hook up one plug link from router to wall via ethernet cable and other from wall to desired PC via ethernet cable and best range is 25ft to 30ft. I am running 75mbps and runs great.
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No you cannot connect to ethernet. you can connect to WIFI only. This is a portable device why would you tie it down with a cable?
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It's hard to know how to respond, because you don't say what ports your router has - or what OS you're using. The spec is pretty complete, and yes, there is no ethernet. If this is really vital, I might try connecting this to a specific host machine (I use Firewire) and then remote mounting it on other machines. (This is easy in the mac world, and I'm sure there are Windows solutions.) Hope this helps. At least, it's probably better than, "Huh?"
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I use the Ethernet but I am quite sure that it can be use wireless you may have to just type in the connection number and the name of the link.
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Hello Angel! To be honest I'm not sure about that. Mine isn't in the livingroom, it's in my bedroom and needs the Ethernet cord to be able to go online. Sorry I couldn't give you more then that.
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Probably. If the wall connection is HDMI you would not be able to connect it there. If the connection is an ethernet connection (looks like a large phone plug) you would be able to. Instead of connecting it to the computer you would connect it to the router and setup a secure connection between the router and the laptop.
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If you are highly tech-savvy you might be able to. You can contact the vendor for help. I ran Ethernet cables for both of mine because we had trouble getting a wireless connection to work reliably.
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Sorry I can't help. This device did not meet my need. I can't remember now what I wanted it to do. I am doubtful that it would do much ethernet connecting. But please don't take that as fact
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Yes, you can connect it to pretty much any high speed modem. All you do is connect the ethernet cable from the cable modem (you know the one that looks like a fat phone cord) and plug it into router.