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paul1968uk

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Hi

Im looking to invest in a router so i can use the laptop around the house and maybe get the desktop wireless as well.
Have no idea what i should be looking for make wise etc, i have been told that theres no point in looking at a 54 as it would be too slow running.
my internet connection is 2.3mbps.
 
Hi

Would a 54mbps not be too slow as when i went looking in shops they was all saying i neaded a 108 or 125mbps, sorry not too much up on routers thats why neading advice before i purchase.
 
well im pretty sure you dont have anywhere near a 54mps connection anyway. most internet connections range from 1mb upto 8mgs. i think they are just trying to sell you something you dont really need
 
Thats what i thought but they where adamant that 54mbps would slow my internet down to a stand still.
Im only on 2.3mbps internet connection at moment and would be using mainly on laptop that is wireless and if it came with a usb adapter then i could use the desktop wireless too so both could be used at same time if neaded.
 
cuffless said:
well im pretty sure you dont have anywhere near a 54mps connection anyway. most internet connections range from 1mb upto 8mgs. i think they are just trying to sell you something you dont really need
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It helps to read the thread. His internet is 2.3Mbps.

If all you're doing is internet, then you don't need anything more than 54Mbps.
 
Hi guys
Right i bought a linksys router today and my next question is do i still need to use the modem box from my isp that came for wired broadband or is it discarded.

Thanks
 
paul1968uk said:
Hi guys
Right i bought a linksys router today and my next question is do i still need to use the modem box from my isp that came for wired broadband or is it discarded.

Thanks
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If it has a WAN Ethernet or USB port on the back, it probably don't have a modem built in. But if a regular telephone connection or coaxial connection on the back, it probably has a modem built in.
 
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