Networking beginner questions....

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.broadbandnet.hardware (More info?)

Okay..so I just found a post relevant to the
compatibility issue. I realize I have to update the
firmware.
Still, I'd appreciate some advice on the setup...
TIA

>-----Original Message-----
>Hi, a little advice would be appreciated.
>I have a cable modem. Bought the MN-620 wireless kit for
>my laptop a while ago, works fine. Bought a new PC and
>would like to know what to do to setup my PC to the
>network wired (or wireless).
>I guess my confusion is if the MN-620 is only for
>wireless products or if I can attach the Ethernet to the
>base station from the PC. The PC has XP Pro, and I when
I
>tried to run Setup, it said that there's a known
>compatibility issue with the OS?? Couldn't find a
related
>issue on the MS site.
>
>Thx for your help.
>.
>

Archived from groups: microsoft.public.broadbandnet.hardware (More info?)

Thank you. That does clarify quite a bit.
So nothing need change with the existing network? (i.e.
the current config with my laptop and card).
Also, I suppose a wireless card is not standard with most
PCs yet?
TIA

>-----Original Message-----
>PC could be connected to base station via ethernet
cable,
>yes, unless you were to add a wireless card or USB
>adapter to it instead.
>
>Here's web address about that kit.
>
>http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/broadbandnetworking/pro
d
>uctdetails.aspx?pid=014#
>
>Although, I'm not exactly certain what you are asking.
If
>you only meant connecting the new PC by wire then it's
>simple, only needs a networking card already in the
>computer and most if not all have one these days. Up to
4
>ports in the base station for connecting more computers,
>they just need to be configured for networking by
joining
>a workgroup. The Windows networking wizard should get
you
>through that okay.
>
>Hope that helps a little.
>
>.
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