Modem for Xbox live

**ElCapichan** · 08 May 2005, 02:19 PM

If anyone can tell a better plan, I'd really appreciate it. I have a cable modem for my computer, but my xbox is very far away. The easiest thing to do would probably get another modem to just put in the room. Can anyone suggest some good cheap modems? Looking at BesbtBuy.com, they show some for $74.99 and $79.99. Are there any that are a bit cheaper?

**Videodrone** · 08 May 2005, 02:22 PM

I'm not an expert on this sort of thing, but I believe most Cable services only allow you to use one Modem per account.

**bandit** · 08 May 2005, 02:26 PM

Why not get one of those wireless gaming adapters?

**Tommy Tallarico** · 08 May 2005, 02:32 PM

**ElCapichan** · 08 May 2005, 02:38 PM

Well I'm trying to do this as cheeply as possible. Thats why I asked for suggestions. How much would it cost for a decent wireless router and is it something I can set up myself?

EDIT: If I were get another modem, would it work if I only had one hooked up at a time?

**Rumpy** · 08 May 2005, 04:51 PM

Originally Posted by ElCapitan

Well I'm trying to do this as cheeply as possible. Thats why I asked for suggestions. How much would it cost for a decent wireless router and is it something I can set up myself?

EDIT: If I were get another modem, would it work if I only had one hooked up at a time?

Wireless router is about...70 bucks. Then you'd need the wireless reciever for the xbox which is like 50 I think. It's easy to set up.

and I think the 2nd modem thing would work. Not sure if there would be an IP address issue or anything. Someone else field this one.

**bandit** · 08 May 2005, 05:13 PM

You can get a wireless router for less then $50 nowadays..after rebates and stuff. Do some searching in those Sunday advertisements.

Or just get one of these..

The Motorola WE800G 802.11g Wireless Gaming Adapter/Ethernet Bridge is your fast and easy way to get cabled Ethernet appliances onto a Wifi Network. Plug it temporarily into your computer to program it, then plug it into your PS/2, Xbox, Internet-equipped refrigerator, Tivo, ReplayTV or printer—anything with an ethernet connection—and this becomes a wifi antenna for that device. Meanwhile, your device thinks it’s hardwired into the network, so it’s like a trip to the mini golf course: you won’t need any drivers.

What’s better, this smart little bugger makes transitions between two separate networks as seamless as a rubber miniskirt. For example, you could use it to connect to both your home and office networks. You know, if you had a job.

It’s all pretty user-friendly—and it’s Motorola, so you’ll have help if you need it. The quality of their support rivals that of something you’d find in the underwear drawer of Morganna “the Kissing Bandit.” (Not to jinx you, but we got through to a very knowledgable live human—or extremely convincing simulated human—in less than a minute each time we called.)

Though it would be handy if this bundle operated peer-to-peer with the USB adapter feeding the bridge, it will not, as far as we know. An existing Wireless Access Point (or one you buy elsewhere, or a WiFi router) will be necessary for network setup. If any nerd among you knows of a point-to-point solution, post it in our forum. It’ll be like untying the Gordian Knot! Or removing the Sword from the Stone! Except the reward will be much more modest: nothing.

Motorola WU830G USB 2.0 Adaptor:
This little thing-a-ma-jig makes wireless networking easier than ever. Just plug it directly into any available USB port on your desktop or laptop PC, and enjoy wireless networking.

On your 802.11g or 802.11b wireless home or small office network, multiple users can share a single broadband connection, files, a printer and more. (They can enjoy the excitement of real-time online gaming too!) It installs in just seconds, after which your momma will beam with pride. You were such a selfish child growing up! But look at how well you share now!

Motorola WE800G 802.11g Wireless Gaming Adapter/Ethernet Bridge:
Condition: New, retail
All-in-one unit bridges Ethernet and gaming peripherals
Includes 802.11g technology and is backward compatible with 802.11b access devices
Users are free to roam almost anywhere up to 328 feet inside the home and up to 1312 feet outside
Easily stores the settings for two separate networks
Works without drivers on any device with an Ethernet port — on Windows®, Macintosh®, Linux®, Microsoft Xbox®, Sony PlayStation®, ReplayTV and Tivo
Standard IEEE 802.11g
IEEE 802.11b, 802.3, 802.3u
Device Management Web-Based
Port One 10/100 Mbps Ethernet; RJ-45
Wireless Data Rates 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54Mbps with auto-fallback support
Security WPA with TKIP or AES encryption; Legacy 64-bit and 128-bit WEP
Operating Range: outdoor 1312 feet; indoor 328 feet Max
Frequency Band 2.4 to 2.4835 GHz
Channels 1–11 United States and Canada
Modulation CCK, DQPSK, DPBSK, OFDM
Transmitted Power: +15 dBm
LEDs for Power, LAN, Wireless
Dimensions 4x5x1(LxWxH)
Motorola WU830G 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adaptor
Condition: New, retail
Single USB 2.0 connection
Supports high-speed 2.4 GHz data rates up to 54 Mbs
Retrieves data up to 5 times faster than 802.11b networking
Automatically detects available wireless networks
Backwards compatible with 802.11b access devices
Standards: IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g, USB 2.0, USB 1.1,WHQL
Security: 64/128-Bit WEP, WPA
Channels: 11 channels (US, Canada), 13 channels (ETSI)
Transmitted Power: +12.5dBm
Antenna: Internal Antenna
Operating Range: outdoor 1312 feet; indoor 328 feet max