Wireless Routers

[SublimeRT]

Hey everyone, I am in need of a wireless router for my new laptop, but I also need something that will work with my Xbox 360. I also have a desktop. The desktop is at the opposite end of the house from my 360. I am going to get the Microsoft 360 Wireless network adapter so I can get on Live. The wireless network card in my laptop is the Dell 1505 Wireless-N mini-card. Now, I don't know a thing about any of this, so does anyone know of a wireless router that will work with my laptop, the 360, and also my desktop? Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks

 

[bettner12]

uuuhm pretty much any linksys. you would want to get one with N capability for sure for your laptop. most routers have at least 4 wired ports so put the router in the middle of the house run cat5 to the desktop and make everyone happy. if your a big online gamer with the xbox i would consider wiring it directly to the router and possibly getting a PCI wireless card for your desktop to eliminate an possible lag

 

[CalcVictim]

any router will work, the question is what router works at a far distance
http://www.pcmag.com/category2/0,2705,4234,00.asp

 

[LS1PUSSOUT]

I have a Linksys Wireless-G 2.4 Ghz broadband router with "speed booster" that I would be willing to sell if interested. Id have to find the CD and cables for it, I threw the box away. I was using it when I lived in the campus dormrooms, but now I have an apartment.

 

[SublimeRT]

Hmmm, ok. So what is the difference between all the 802.11a/b/g/n crap? And if I had to guess, I'd say my 360 and desktop are about 60-75ft away if that matters/helps. I wouldn't call myself a big gamer either, but I do like to get on and play Halo pretty often and check out the demos and stuff.

 

[VirtualSVT]

speeds. Get G or N and youll be happy.

 

[bettner12]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IEEE_802.11

 

[LS1PUSSOUT]

well I was using mine and it was real fast. Never had any problems with the G. I think they were on sale for like $75 at staples. Its an 802.11g

 

[mysticalsnake]

i know whenever i last checked circuit city carried the basic Linksys G router for $50

i wouldn't bother with anything that has speedbooster as neither your desktop, laptop, or 360 have speedbooster...and if you would get an N router, it would be faster than a G with speedbooster, you just have to make sure the wireless network adapter for the 360 will accept the N wireless signal

 

[JasonSnake]

I have a Netgear WPN824 and very user friendly setup menu. I recommend it. PM me if you want it...

 

[Om3ga47]

I like my DLink G router. Designed for the video gamer.

 

[Cookieman00x]

get a wireless N router, they have 2 antenna on the base and tend to get better range. I have a D-link, but the brand doesnt matter much.

 

[EVILNSS]

Linksys FTW I Have 3 Wireless routers through out my parents house... all Linksys...

 

[BradN01]

I also use Linksys, but with a open-source firmware. Rock-solid and very hard to beat unless you spend big money. Check out the link, http://lifehacker.com/software/router/hack-attack-turn-your-60-router-into-a-600-router-178132.php

 

[GodStang]

Linksys also:

 

[SublimeRT]

Well I went and got a Linksys WRT54G and Xbox wireless adapter today. Took about 45 minutes to set everything up and works like a charm. I'm downloading some new Forza 2 content on Live and typing this on my laptop across the house from the router. :banana: Thanks for the help guys.:rockon:

 

[JasonSnake]

cool! Make sure that you are using WPA encryption in the router so neighbors won't try to use your signal...