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Stuart_Renton
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I've got this modem:
http://www.cisco.com/web/consumer/support/modem_DPC2100.html#~features
Can't for the life of me work out how to get it to wirelessly transmit the internet so I can pick it up on my laptop, or do I need a router (which I'm sure I've got (but it was years ago)).
Help needed
http://www.cisco.com/web/consumer/support/modem_DPC2100.html#~features
Can't for the life of me work out how to get it to wirelessly transmit the internet so I can pick it up on my laptop, or do I need a router (which I'm sure I've got (but it was years ago)).
Help needed
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You need a wireless router. Your best bet will be to contact your ISP (Virgin?) and see if they will provide a more up-to-date unit. These days it's common for the modem and a wireless router to be combined into a single unit.
Alternatively a decent wireless DSL cable router which plugs into your modem can be had for around £50, e.g.
http://www.broadbandbuyer.co.uk/Shop/ShopDetail.asp?ProductID=9610
If your contract is coming up for renewal or you are out of contract and on a rolling contract then your chances of getting a new router are very good, you hold the trump card.