do i need to connect by wire to the modem
607412
At this time, you need to connect via a wire. If you have the 2014 Model, you will be able to connect sometime this year via WiFi. I've been told by Magic Jack that they will send out an announcement when their WiFi is ready and the 2014 Model is already set up for that. If you go to their web site, you can chat directly with a Magic Jack Tech and they are good. Unlike NetTalk who claims to be ready for WiFi, but they don't have any tech support. I hope this helps
903798
I have never tried this but doubt it. You need to go modem > router > switch. I don't see any reason to go with what you are suggesting.
1294535
Yes. It does not need a modem to perform basic wifi and switching however for routing+firewall you must connect a device to the wan port on the router. Your ISP would provide a network device (modem) in order to access the internet.
468306
i havent been able to connect it to the internet because i dont have a router close to it and is to long to run a wire to connect it to the modem. i need to get some kind of wireless adapter to connected, i gess
1836650
As long as your router and modem are wireless, no you don't need a physical connection.
1459123
No it does not have to be wired to your router. It will be connected wirelessly. The process takes less than a minute.
1941905
No, you need the modem to convert the incoming analog signal to a digital signal. There are modems that have built in routers which would eliminate one device in your network and possibly help a bit with latency.
302770
Yes, you need a portable modem with an USB plug. Dongle is where this device goes.
1459126
No, it does not need to be wired to your router. In fact, there is no way to direct connect to your router anyway. It will connect to your network from wherever it is placed.
213956
You can hook this directly to the modem. However, if you still do not get the signal strength needed, you may need an amplifier. The antenna itself is not powered.
561645
No , you need to run a sepret Ethernet cord . One of the best cords is a cat 6
2076147
Don't think so. I need a separate Null Modem cable to connect to my devices.
2279803
Yes it needs to be wired to a router, if it is a wireless router then you will see it over the network.
1227759
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.
1233302
No you don't need to connect any wires or cables but you need to configure it with your current router.
2241416
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.
2061166
What I would recommend is to plug your modem into a router that has at least WPA2 security options then plug the TP-Link to the router. Why you may ask? You should never connect your computer through the modem without a router, its like going to war without weapons. By having the modem connected to a router then the tp-link you have a line of defense for internet threats. If you do not already have a router, please do yourself a favor and buy one, it will save you in the longrun they are currently fairly cheap.