I wish to have my desktop wired but require wifi mobile (cell) ph access to download updates apps etc. Can this be done easily
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Markkk
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If your Wired Router does not have wireless support there are few options
1) Replace Router with one that supports wireless
2) As mentioned by Abailey an external wireless AP (access point) - this will require a spare Ethernet port on your current router
Edit...
If you cannot replace your Dlink then a switch or hub can be used to extent more ports
Some switches also support wireless...
Usually just cheaper to replace the Dlink with one that supports wireless - and easier less cables and power suplies
1) Replace Router with one that supports wireless
2) As mentioned by Abailey an external wireless AP (access point) - this will require a spare Ethernet port on your current router
Edit...
If you cannot replace your Dlink then a switch or hub can be used to extent more ports
Some switches also support wireless...
Usually just cheaper to replace the Dlink with one that supports wireless - and easier less cables and power suplies
Markkk
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The higher end ones typically come with 4 ports...
The ADSL come in different varieties
1 port Ones typically don't support wifi
4 port ones usually do
but there are many models and do vary
Definitely check you model number - google it
The ADSL come in different varieties
1 port Ones typically don't support wifi
4 port ones usually do
but there are many models and do vary
Definitely check you model number - google it
abailey
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I agree with others I would see if your ISP might update your gateway for you. If not then I would agree with replacing it with one that does support wireless. Getting it free from your ISP would be great but if not then you should not pay more than $100 for a solution (whether you replace the modem/router or add a router/AP with built in switch and use it in AP only mode).
All you need is a inexpensive router with WiFi. They can be bought for as little as US$20 with a four port Ethernet LAN switch built in. Plug the Dlink into one Ethernet LAN port and adjust the settings on the new router to nullify its router side and let the old Dlink handle that.
Or, of course, you could get an expensive WiFi router and potentially get better WiFi from it. Or get an all in one with a cable modem built in and have only one piece of equipment to manage.
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