X-Box online

Rick O · 09-25-2006, 07:23 PM

My son wants to play X-box online but the X-box is not in the same room that his computer is in. Currently we have two computers in the same room using a combination modem/router (not wireless). Can someone tell me what he would have to purchase and basically how it would need to be wired up?

Thanks

Phishnoob · 09-25-2006, 07:38 PM

I would say just switch to a wireless router or have him use like a Belkin USB portable setup that works with the other piece plugged into your regular hub. I think those are maybe 25 bucks or something at Staples, and I have the setup like that for my work laptop when I use it at home.

wharyat · 09-25-2006, 10:32 PM

Yep, it's to the point that a USB wireless adapter is cheaper than hardwiring.

wharyat · 09-25-2006, 10:39 PM

Actually after I was thinking, how long of cable do you think you would need?

You can find a good quality 25' network cable locally for under $20.

Rick O · 09-26-2006, 05:29 AM

Cable is not an option.

To go wireless would I have to replace my current modem/router?

Phishnoob · 09-26-2006, 07:31 AM

Nope, you just buy the set which is a USB adapter for the X Box and a little transmitter receiver dealy that plugs into one of the ports in your router. Staples or Office Depot or Comp USA will hook you right up. I assume you have four ports or so in your router. Just plug the one part into one of them.

Tim224DT · 09-26-2006, 08:33 AM

Ok like any problem solving thing here on TRT we need pics of your modem and router.

So running a cable from the router to the xbox is not an option?

Then i do like perry is saying it would be two devices total one your plug into your router(providing you have a 4 port switch on it) and the other would plug into your xbox.

But some pics of your setup would be helpful

Tim