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jenryu
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Hi Guys~ I need help!

i just bought wii Lan adapter and ethernet cable in JB hifi..
But I'm so confused about installing LAN adapter!!!

Well... in user's manual,
it says "connect Lan Adapter to a free ethernet port on your hub/swith/router"

So... does this mean should i plug in the lan adaptet's ethernet cable directly to my CABLE modem and pull off the existing my computer ethernet cable from it?

Anyone who owns wii lan adapter please give me an advice
26/11/2007
Sydney, NSW
avt85
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what kind of cable have you got? name and model please.
I'll look it up and get back to you.

Usually, the ethernet cable coming from the Wii Lan Adapter connects to your internet enabled router, a router which acts as your modem and switch allowing internet connection of multiple pc's and data sharing with each other. If, however, you do not have an internet router but rather just a simple broadband modem, then you can always connect your wii ethernet adapter to your computer's ethernet port to create an internet sharing relationship (which is more work for you and more hassle having to have the computer on to use the wii internet).

NOTE-you can plug your ethernet cable from your wii to your modem directly but is not very ideal for long term usage as it will void your computer of internet use and will result with you pluging cables in and out to connect the right device to the internet upon request. Unless you are ok with all that hassle and only need the wii internet occassionaly for updates.
26/11/2007
Sydney
jenryu
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avt85 said: what kind of cable have you got? name and model please.
I'll look it up and get back to you.
Usually, the ethernet cable coming from the Wii Lan Adapter connects to your internet enabled router, a router which acts as your modem and switch allowing internet connection of multiple pc's and data sharing with each other. If, however, you do not have an internet router but rather just a simple broadband modem, then you can always connect your wii ethernet adapter to your computer's ethernet port to create an internet sharing relationship (which is more work for you and more hassle having to have the computer on to use the wii internet).
NOTE-you can plug your ethernet cable from your wii to your modem directly but is not very ideal for long term usage as it will void your computer of internet use and will result with you pluging cables in and out to connect the right device to the internet upon request. Unless you are ok with all that hassle and only need the wii internet occassionaly for updates.



Thank you for your reply!!
I'm using Motorola's cable modem and model number is SB51011.
I guess it is just a broadband modem...

But from your info, are you saying wii ethernet adapter as the wii Lan adapter?? just confusing abt that;
26/11/2007
Sydney, NSW
avt85
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sorry...I meant ethernet adapter as the LAN adapter (these two terms are basically the same).

Looked up your modem and model and as it seems, only one ethernet connection is possible from your modem. So your best best would either get an CABLE modem and router in one, one that acts as your modem and a router at the same time to allow more than one device to be connected on the internet without requiring your computer to be on or you could just connect your wii to a spare ethernet port on your computer and create internet sharing as described by my previous post.
26/11/2007
Sydney
jenryu
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Thank you avt85! Great advice
I think i should try the second one! since getting a new modem cost me too much
26/11/2007
Sydney, NSW
avt85
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no worries, good luck on your endeavour.
26/11/2007
Sydney
jon-500
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Or just get a cheap switch, only cost around $50 or cheaper.
27/11/2007
Hobart, Tasmania
cmpa1970
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i've got that combo too. just get a multi port router. plug the modem into that. then use the multiports for all your equipment (ie) pcs & wii..... easy as....
27/11/2007
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Sydney, NSW
annirowe
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Yep cmpa's right. Dont waste your money on a cable modem/router combo. Just get yourself a router and be done. But get yourself a Wireless router and then you wont need the cable or the LAN adapter anyway. Makes it a lot neater as you dont have extra cables lying around.
27/11/2007
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Mill Park, Victoria
leeman34
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i have same modem as you .
use the ethernet socket for your wii and usb for your pc
27/11/2007
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hainaku
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wireless router FTW. but don't buy a DLINK G604T, i have one and it sux - prone to dropouts.
27/11/2007
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Sarukun
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Just get a Netgear DG834G it's Wireless Modem/Router.... you will never "EVER" have any problems again.... I've been using it for my wireless connection on my wii, laptops and even DS and until now i've yet to come accross a problem with my connection.

Plus it's really easy and simple to set up.... no reading through lots of manuals or trying to figure out what the heck to do

I recon a combo like that would be ur best bet....just sell ur lan adaptor and with that cash get one of these.... I promise ya... all ur problems connecting with ur wii will be solved
27/11/2007
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annirowe
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Hahaha. Thats an okay hoice Sarukan but your pretty game saying you "Promise" they will never have any problems. I have had Netgear routers before that have have been faulty and needed to be returned. Plus certain devices require very specific settings to be configured for them to work (take for instance PSP and PS3. Both of these require an Open WEP key, and not a shared key which is more secure (and seeing the DS only supports WEP you can run the higher WPA security in place.)

But yeah that router is good choice. Cheap and easy!
27/11/2007
NBA Live 08
Mill Park, Victoria
jenryu
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wow, i am so surprised ! all these great help!!
Thank you sooooooo much for all you guys' great advice!
27/11/2007
Sydney, NSW
Sarukun
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annirowe said: Hahaha. Thats an okay hoice Sarukan but your pretty game saying you "Promise" they will never have any problems. I have had Netgear routers before that have have been faulty and needed to be returned. Plus certain devices require very specific settings to be configured for them to work (take for instance PSP and PS3. Both of these require an Open WEP key, and not a shared key which is more secure (and seeing the DS only supports WEP you can run the higher WPA security in place.)

But yeah that router is good choice. Cheap and easy!



Well i still stand by "I promise" you won't have probs getting connected to ur wii easily... I never said they won't break down (i've only had to replace mine in the past 3 yrs - for free and even after i would've have used it a lot)

Modem/routers will tend to break that is unnavoidable but as to simplicity and usage i still recommend this one, We use it at our work as well and so do many of my mates.... and compared to the D-LINK modems... i'll still choose this one.

And about configuration of course ur bound to have to know what ur doing and i guess u can't help about the DS only having WEP key and not being able to run a higher security (need nintendo to fix that lol) these days i don't even use my DS for online.... so guess im ok with it.

But oh well i guess everyone has their preference....
27/11/2007
No More Heroes
Playing Shingami Persona 3 on da PS2
 
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