Dimension B110 networking?

Question

I have just purchased two B110's for my two sons.  I have a Westell DSL in my office and would like to connect both of their computers via a wireless router to that DSL.  Is this possible with the model computers I have and if so, what products do I need (i.e. wireless router, wireless cards for CPU's...)?  Please help!  I want to have them set up for Christmas so they can connect to the internet from their rooms and stay out of my office!!  Thanks.   p.s. I need this in remedial English - I am a little technologically challenged.:smileysurprised:

volcano11 · Answer

First, note that your dsl modem must be able to connect by ethernet.  If it can only connect to a computer by USB, then you will need a new modem that can connect by ethernet, as it is next to impossible to find a router that can connect by USB.  If the modem is OK, then you need a wireless router.  You will connect the router to the DSL modem and to the computer in your office by ethernet.   For the B110s you will either need PCI wireless network adapters that install inside the computers or USB wireless network adapters that will plug into USB ports on the B110s.   PCI cards are more reliable, but installation involves opening the computer case and installing the PCI cards.   Steve

bravemom3 · Answer

Thanks Steve.  My computer in my office is a Dell Dimension 4100 and the DSL modem is connected via USB, however the modem does have an ethernet jack.  Can my computer be connected using this?  Also, you mentioned that the PCI card is more reliable, but you have to open the case.  Can you not just insert the card in a slot?  I don't have the CPU's here at home - they're being hidden at my business, so I can't physically look at them.  I appreciate your info.

volcano11 · Answer

Since your 4100 is currently connecting by USB, you need to see if it has an ethernet adapter, as it will need to connect to the router by ethernet as well.  If it doesn't have an ethernet adapter you can get one for less than $10 after rebate from most electronic stores.  It will have to be installed in a PCI slot so that will involve opening the case of the 4100.   PCI cards are installed in PCI slots and can only be installed by opening the computer case.   Steve

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