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Join Date: Sep 2005
Posts: 13
OS: winxp
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dsl 2
Hi,
I ordered Verizon dsl and just recieved the install kit. I'm waiting for my install date (few more days) Can I hook up 2 computers off of the modem box, one using the USB connection and the other using the ethernet connection or do I need to get a router?? Thanks, Angelo |
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What make/model of modem did you get? Some of the Verizon supplied equipment is already a router.
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Manager, Networking Forums
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Yep, that's what a router is for.
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Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Idaho
Posts: 15
OS: XP Pro, XP Home, Linux RH7
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Hi Angelo,
Just thought I would pop in here since I was online. Yes you can use the USB for the other computer. "splitting" the ethernet connection involves a switch or a hub. Your modem has routing capabilities utilizing both the ethernet and usb ports. If you decide to add another pc then of course you would need the switch or hub. I specify those particular devices since they DON"T do routing and you will have less headaches than hooking up a router which does do routing already being done by your modem. Hope that helps. Cindy |
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The best way to go is with Ethernet cables. USB requires drivers and creates additional system overhead which can impact overall PC performance.
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