Q: Xbox (Live) and Linksys
11-29-02, 07:06 PM
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Q: Xbox (Live) and Linksys
I just bought a Linksys Wireless Access Bridge (WET11)
and a Wireless Access Point Router with 4-Port Switch.
so that I can replace my 1-port DSL router and seperate 5-port hub, as well as hook up my Xbox Live without draping cables across the apartment.
Has anyone run into probems with this setup?
and a Wireless Access Point Router with 4-Port Switch.
so that I can replace my 1-port DSL router and seperate 5-port hub, as well as hook up my Xbox Live without draping cables across the apartment.
Has anyone run into probems with this setup?
11-30-02, 03:02 PM
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Linksys has a $10 mail-in rebate for each item I listed - I didn't know the WET11 had one until I checked the Linksys site.
Best Buy - Wireless Router & Switch - $109
CompUSA - Bridge - $129
Total $238.00
less 2x $10 rebate
Total $218 + tax
Amazon has them for $94.99 and $100 respectively.
So $195 - $20 rebate = $175 with no sales tax.
Think I've got me some returnin' to do. Xbox Live can wait.
Best Buy - Wireless Router & Switch - $109
CompUSA - Bridge - $129
Total $238.00
less 2x $10 rebate
Total $218 + tax
Amazon has them for $94.99 and $100 respectively.
So $195 - $20 rebate = $175 with no sales tax.
Think I've got me some returnin' to do. Xbox Live can wait.
12-01-02, 12:15 AM
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Originally posted by Gromit
Same setup I have. Works great (Xbox and PS2 connected via a hub to the WET11).
Same setup I have. Works great (Xbox and PS2 connected via a hub to the WET11).
So you could then hookup a GameCube?
That's probably not what Linksys intended.
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12-01-02, 11:36 AM
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The WET11 just serves as a method for connecting wired ethernet devices to your wireless network. It doesn't care if you connect a hub, PS2, Xbox, etc to it.
I guess there is room on the hub for a GameCube, but I have enough to keep me busy for now.
I guess there is room on the hub for a GameCube, but I have enough to keep me busy for now.
12-02-02, 07:54 PM
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I have a question. I have a normal linksys internet router for $100 bucks. Iwant to hook up my XBOX to Xbox live (i bought starter kit) and I want to know is it better to get the wireless one? how di i install it?
12-02-02, 08:24 PM
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moyam, if you don't mind running the cable from your router to your Xbox, then stick with your current router. Otherwise you will have to buy a new wireless router and wireless access point, which will probably run a little under $200 total.
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I was going to get a cable internet connection & they only have 1 connection, so is this what I would need? My PC is on the 2nd floor & the Xbox is in the basement. Would the signal travel better either way (router in basement or 2nd floor). I thought I'd put it upstairs so the PC can connect directly. Is there any signal interrupt at all? My cordless phone has a problem finding channels sometimes in my house, so I just hope this wouldn't. So with the Xbox Live kit, we're talking $250.
