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Old 10-29-2008, 12:41 AM   #1 (permalink)
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2 wire 2071-a modem and multi PCs?

Hey all,
I thought I would try my luck here as my ISP (bigpond) will not respond.

I simply asked them to please advise me as to what extra hardware is required to get 3 PCs to share internet via bigponds 2 wire 2071-A modem.
(ADSL) I have a spare linksys SD205 5port switch if that can be utilized.

All PCs are running XP (home & pro)

Any help is muchly apreciated.
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Old 10-29-2008, 02:32 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Re: 2 wire 2071-a modem and multi PCs?

I lived in Aus for 30 yrs and found Big p to be painful, to say the least. Have a read here:
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It would appear you just plug it in and it self configures.
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Re: 2 wire 2071-a modem and multi PCs?

Since that unit is a one port router, just connect the switch and go.
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Re: 2 wire 2071-a modem and multi PCs?

Thankyou for the quick responses,

OK, I will attempt it, and get back.
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(I wonder why it is so hard for ISPs to respond to their own customers)
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Re: 2 wire 2071-a modem and multi PCs?

Back again,

Thanx heaps guys, it worked a treat! I can't believe it was that simple.
On one computer I recieved a conflict error, and was offered a "repair" option which was resolved effortlessly.

The 3rd computer requires a longer lead (cat5) but I can't forsee a problem after the ease of connecting the other 2.

Thanx again guys, Your bloods worth bottling!!
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If you're building your own cables, you might want these references.

CAT5 Cable Wiring Diagram

HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN CAT 5, TWISTED-PAIR NETWORK CABLES
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Re: 2 wire 2071-a modem and multi PCs?

yes you can i have been using a 8 port switch with my 2071 modem for 2 years now and i have 8 pc conected i havent had any problems with it
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