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From: kevincullen1968 on 30 Mar 2008 19:42
Can i set up a wireless network with only one computer and have the
router in a different part of the house from the computer?
From: Harry331 on 30 Mar 2008 20:05
kevincullen1968(a)hotmail.com wrote...
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>Can i set up a wireless network with only one computer and have the
>router in a different part of the house from the computer?

Sure you can.
Setup the router with your computer wired to it.
Move your computer to another location in your house.
Connect your computer to your router via wireless.

From: Jeff Liebermann on 30 Mar 2008 20:16
On Sun, 30 Mar 2008 16:42:19 -0700 (PDT), kevincullen1968(a)hotmail.com
wrote:

>Can i set up a wireless network with only one computer and have the
>router in a different part of the house from the computer?

Sure. Do the initial setup on the route via a wired ethernet
connection (especially if you're going to update the firmware). Once
you have it configured working with a wired connection, unplug the
ethernet cable and try the wireless. If that works, you can move the
computer anywhere within range. The rule of thumb is that wireless
will easily go through one wall, has some problems with two walls, and
is difficult to impossible with three or more walls. Open doorways,
windows, and hallways are a big help. Aluminum foil back insulation
in the walls will totally block the signal. See the FAQ at:
<http://wireless.wikia.com/wiki/Wi-Fi>

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