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Old 05-11-2007, 01:41 PM
seaweedsteve
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Default Re: join a wireless network and have a router - how?

On May 11, 4:34 am, Steve Pearce <*stevepea...@btinternet.com*> wrote:
> On 10 May 2007 16:36:49 -0700, goldt...@worldpost.com wrote:
>
> >What device should I buy? What is it called? I want to join a wireless
> >network and then have several Ethernet RJ-45 sockets for devices to
> >connect to the internet.

>
> An Ethernet Bridge/Converter does this, I use a Buffalo WLI-TX4-G54HP:
>
> http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16833162168



Agreed, that Buffalo WLI.-TX4-G54HP should be an excellent solution
for you.

However, IF you like to play with things a bit, you can buy the
wireless router version of the above device (called Buffalo WHR-HP-
G54) and install free DD-WRT firmware on it. This will require some
fiddleing, but have the advantage of being more flexible - adaptable
later to serve as a router/AP when you get your own internet
connection.

In sum:
Best dedicated device to solve your problem with no "hacking":
Buffalo WLI-TX4-G54HP
Best flexible, multi-use device to solve your problem, but some
"hacking" required: Buffalo WHR-HP-G54

Steve



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