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Message #:  3535876
Subject:  Network or ethernet cable
From:  alma48801
Sent:  11/6/2009 11:24:39 AM
Q. I would like to like to put a second desktop PC on line. It doesn't have a WIFI card. Would it be easiest just to use a 50 ft ethernet cable from the moden/router to the second PC?

Thanks,

Pete

Mfr: DELL
Model: 4700 Desk top
Type: Desktop
CPU: Pentium 4
Installed RAM: 512
OS: Win XP SP 2
Disk Drives: CD DVD-RW
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Message #: 3536400
Subject: Re:Network or ethernet cable
From: mozark13
Sent: 11/8/2009 1:05:41 AM
A.Hi Pete.

My suggestion for you is if you want easy access without the hassle of wire get a wireless USB to plug into an available USB on the PC. (if you have a wireless router) .There is nothing wrong with Ethernet and is much less prone to interference. Hope this helps. Take Care.


Message #: 3536300
Subject: Re:Network or ethernet cable
From: hlsinker
Sent: 11/7/2009 5:04:08 PM
A.charles.d, you are right, the power line adapters are not to be used with surge protectors and I don't in fact use one. Linksys does not specify unplugging during storms so haven't done so. The surge protector is for all of the other electrical appliances.


Message #: 3536286
Subject: Re:Network or ethernet cable
From: tominsac
Sent: 11/7/2009 4:13:18 PM
A.This SC article has a better explaination http://www.smartcomputing.com/editorial/article.asp?article=articles%2F2008%2Fs1910%2F09s10%2F09s10%2Easp&articleid=50387&guid=06A3A1B33F424E64A6619DA2C0E527B3&searchtype=0&WordList=POWERLINE&bJumpTo=True


Message #: 3536272
Subject: Re:Network or ethernet cable
From: tominsac
Sent: 11/7/2009 3:54:47 PM
A.Some of the newer surge protectors have the ability to turn off the power to an electrontic device (like a tv) and turns on the power when you want to turn the tv back on. The powerline adapters have a problem with this type of device but not with regular surge protectors.

The only word of caution - the powerline network will extend beyond the home. It is important to enable the security measures that go with the adapters including encryption.


Message #: 3536244
Subject: Re:Network or ethernet cable
From: charles.d
Sent: 11/7/2009 2:43:28 PM
A.Hey hlsinker, are your Linksys power line PLE200 adapters plugged into sruge protectors? I read somewhere that they shouldn't be. Don't remember if a reason was given. Any info on this?

Thanks charles d


Message #: 3536088
Subject: Re:Network or ethernet cable
From: FascistNation
Sent: 11/6/2009 11:33:41 PM
A.If you have a cable modem router that has multiple Ethernet ports by all means it is easy to run an Ethernet cable (I prefer Cat 6, but Cat 5 will work).

It is far better than Wifi in that it is secure and faster. But it is a cable.

Then you have the fun of getting the two to talk to each other. XP can do it, but I use Network Magic because it is easier IMHO. The eventual free version, after the 7 day free trial expires for the full version works fine for most people.

http://www.purenetworks.com/


Message #: 3536006
Subject: Re:Network or ethernet cable
From: hlsinker
Sent: 11/6/2009 6:50:40 PM
A.A. AppleMan, I use the Linksys power line PLE200, as said, I've been using it for well over 3 years with no problem (every 9 mos or so I unplug it to reset) it's great to use when it becomes almost impossible to wire a distant part of the house, also if you want to move the computer to the other part of room or the next room. Have never unplugged the adapter in a lightning storm, even when losing power and during summer rolling "brown-outs".


Message #: 3535992
Subject: Re:Network or ethernet cable
From: charles.d
Sent: 11/6/2009 5:59:41 PM
A.Not much experience with net working here.
All I know for sure is that a wireless connection was not dependable for me: easy to set up, hard to keep up.
Wired would be dependable, but hard to move. I think the power line adapters are dependable and could be moved to any receptable. They would need to be unplugged in a lightning storm.

charlesd


Message #: 3535990
Subject: Re:Network or ethernet cable
From: tominsac
Sent: 11/6/2009 5:37:16 PM
A.It seems the easier something is to use the more it costs. Powerline adapters would require 2 of them - one from the router to the power outlet and the other from the power outlet to the computer. These "kits" cost $80 to $100. There is not wiring and no wireless signal to worry about.

Wired cost less - $8 for 50 ft of cable plus labor to string the cable.

Wireless falls in the middle and you may have signal problems.


Message #: 3535988
Subject: Re:Network or ethernet cable
From: AppleMan
Sent: 11/6/2009 5:36:01 PM
A.hlsinker

I think that we are talking about the same thing. Message #3535916

http://reviews.cnet.com/bridges/linksys-instant-powerline-plebr10/4505-3304_7-9956179.html

I have been using IOGear for several years. What Model of Linksys are you using. Nice to know when people are happy with a certain model.


Message #: 3535970
Subject: Re:Network or ethernet cable
From: hlsinker
Sent: 11/6/2009 4:48:27 PM
A.Another approach is to use a power line adapter. You plug the ethernet chord into an adapter which is plugged into you're electrical outlet and plug the other adapter into the outlet by the other computer (they come insets of two) this is a easy and dependable way to go. There's a number of mfgs. that make them I've used Linksys for 3+ years with no trouble.


Message #: 3535916
Subject: Re:Network or ethernet cable
From: AppleMan
Sent: 11/6/2009 1:39:27 PM
A.Get a set of HomePlugs they definately are the easiest to wire.


Message #: 3535914
Subject: Re:Network or ethernet cable
From: tominsac
Sent: 11/6/2009 1:33:37 PM
A.I ran by cable from the room with the router to the out side of the house. Then along the eves to the room with the other computer. The biggest problem was fishing the cable through the wholes in the wall. This is more work than a wireless adapter but you know the connection will be good. The best prices for a 50' cable is Fry's or http://www.directron.com.

A wireless adapter is easier to install but it also requires a wireless router if you don't have one. There are both PCI and USB adapters. The down side is you don't know what the quality of the receiption will be and whether or not you will need a wireless rely antena. If you go this route I would suggest that you get a PCI or USB adapter with an external antena for a better connection. Fry's and http://www.newegg.co have good prices.


Message #: 3535894
Subject: Re:Network or ethernet cable
From: Berton
Sent: 11/6/2009 12:33:48 PM
A.If it's not easy to run an Ethernet cable from the computer to the Router you can get an Add-in PCI Wireless NIC/Network Interface Card that will work the same as using a Notebook. You will need a Wireless Router or enable Wireless if the present Router has it.


Message #: 3535882
Subject: Re:Network or ethernet cable
From: SunnyFlorida
Sent: 11/6/2009 11:44:21 AM
A.Easiest? That's hard to say without seeing your house. I ran a cable from the router in my computer room through a small hole in the wall into the closet, up through the ceiling into the attic and across to a closet in my wife's room and back down into the closet. Then, through a small hole in the closet wall to her machine.

Actually, I didn't find it difficult, but that's just me. Your house or physical abilities may make that impossible.


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