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Author Topic: Do I need to hook up via cable?  (Read 4289 times)

Mike.B

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Do I need to hook up via cable?
« on: June 14, 2010, 04:00:13 PM »
Just want to be able to run laptop (wireless) from router. Do I need to follow all steps including hooking up laptop via cable to router for set-up, or is there a shortcut?


                      Thanks in advance for any input. :-[
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smlunatick

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Re: Do I need to hook up via cable?
« Reply #1 on: June 15, 2010, 11:50:21 AM »
Yes, you will need to connect via cable to:

-- Configure the wireless network access, security and passphrase.  This is not securely setup and is open to anyone / everyone.

-- Do any firmware updates.
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Kamikazi2142

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Re: Do I need to hook up via cable?
« Reply #2 on: December 11, 2010, 09:46:57 PM »
also i recommend having at least one wired connection to keep the router awake, it tends to lock up when doing just wireless, especially in mixed modes.
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smlunatick

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Re: Do I need to hook up via cable?
« Reply #3 on: December 12, 2010, 06:34:27 AM »
I second that!  However, you "can" disconnect the wire but you will need keep it for diagnostics later.
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