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18th Aug 2009, 10:20
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Okayy, so I've googled this already, but found mixed results.
Currently got a wireless router downstairs, that has 4 ethernet ports on the back like normal. Got a ethernet cable running upstairs, but i'm looking to have more than one pc wired, so save me running another cable, can I use an old router as a switch? Current wireless router is a cable router, whereas the old one that I've found is a ADSL, but still has 4 ethernet ports on that back.. I'll buy a proper switch if i have to (if that will work), but i'd rather use what i've got and not waste my money. Is using the old router a good idea? If it works at all that is? I understand networks at their basics, but that's about it! Cheers, MCTW |
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28th Aug 2009, 12:55
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I think the reason that you got mixed results is because it varies, model to model.
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28th Aug 2009, 14:23
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Have a read here and give it a go ..... it can only not work
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30th Aug 2009, 10:37
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Thanks for your input guys!
The routers an old BT branded thing, which doesn't let you alter any IP settings or whatnot, so gave it up as a bad job :-P Was worth a go though! |
