I wanna setup wireless network in my dorm room?
My dorm room has only 2 internet ports and because of the limited amount of internet access point in our we can only have 2 devices hooked to the internet at one time. We also has to share a printer and it gets tedious and annoying to unplug the cables every time we need to print. So I have decided I want to setup up a home server for our room with security enabled wifi, printer access to both computers via wifi, and access to the internet for both computers, and to be able to hook up a Xbox 360 to the internet also.
I have an WinXP desktop at home that I want to use as the server. I will need to buy a wireless router.
In short i want to set up a shared printer and internet access both via Wifi. How would i do that. Please give detailed directions. I plan to major in computer sciences and networking so I wanna know everything I can. Or a link to a very in depth online guide.
Hi, I hope this helps. I’ll also explain how to set up the wireless 360.
First of all, you’ll need a working, always-on, broadband internet access with a DSL or cable modem.
You will also need a wireless, broadband router and firewall. When you purchase your router, make sure you don’t get a “Wireless AP.” It should be a wireless broadband router and the box will mention a built-in firewall as well.
Then, set up your personal wifi network. Usually it will be a simple “One Step Setup” deal, if not, i will explain how to do it manually (In steps)
1. Connect to the router.
Plug the router’s power supply into an outlet. Once it’s on, look for the name of the router in your computer’s wireless network list. Connect to the new router just by selecting it from your list.
2. Configure the router.
See how easy you connected to your new router? That’s how easy it is for your next door neighbor to do the same…But considering that you’re in a dorm room, it shouldn’t matter since you aren’t paying for the internet. Before you do anything else, you need to configure your router. First, take the cable that came with your router, and plug one end into one of the router’s four ports (any one EXCEPT the one labeled “Internet” or “WAN.”) Then plug the other into your computer.
To get to your router’s settings, you’ll have to visit a special web site address made up of numbers that should be indicated in your router’s documentation. You will be asked for an administrative password which should also be documented either on the router itself or in the manual. It will be something like admin/password or just default. Once you’ve logged in, you should be presented with the router’s settings area.
These pages look different for every router but contain the same settings. Your interface might vary, but on most models, under “Basic Wireless Settings,” you can change of the access point from “linksys” to “ginanet.” You can also change device access. l would recommend setting this as “G-only” access if you know that there are no B devices on your network. If you’re not sure about B or G, leave it on “Mixed.”
Next, under Wireless Security, turn on WEP encryption. Enter a passphrase and click “Generate.” The Key fields will be filled in with a password. Either copy and paste one of these passwords to a text file on your computer OR write it down on a piece of paper that you’ll keep near the router. Anyone who wants to connect to your router will need this password. Be sure to save these settings.
Last, make sure that not just anyone can log into and change your router’s settings. Under Administration, change the password from the default that you used to something unique to you. Also write down this password and stick it on or near the router for later reference.
Once your configuration is complete, unplug the cable from your computer to the router. Choose the name you chose for your access point on your computer. You should be prompted for a password. Use one of the generated keys you set up earlier. All goes well, you’ll be connected to your wireless router.
3. Connect the router to the internet.
Now that you’re connected to your router, you want to get your router on the Internet so you can start surfing- sans cords. Plug the Ethernet cable from your cable or DSL modem into the port labeled “Internet” or “WAN” on the back of your router, like so:
Then – and this is IMPORTANT – unplug the power supply on the modem so it is completely turned off. Then, re-plug in the cable modem’s power supply. Give it a minute or two to turn on and connect to the internet.
Go back to the router’s configuration page (the http://192.168.1.1/ address.) Under Status, your router should list an IP address that’s something other than 000.000.000.000. If so, it’s connected to the internet. This means you can surf away!
NOTE: In order for your cable modem to reset itself and issue your router an IP address, it must be power cycled on and off. Problem is, some modems come with battery backup which don’t allow for easy rebooting. If your router doesn’t ever get an IP address, call your ISP and ask them to reset your modem which they can and will do over the phone.
A few words about wifi security: WEP encryption, the password we set up on your wireless router, is very easily broken into by passerby and tech savvy neighbors. There are other settings on your router – like disabling your SSID so it doesn’t broadcast itself to people’s AP lists on their computer – which is also easily worked around by the determined.
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The Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter directly connects to the back of your Xbox 360 console.
To connect the adapter to your Xbox 360 console, follow these steps.
1. Connect the tabs on the adapter to the two slots on the back of your console near the Ethernet por
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