09-03-2011, 01:48 AM
lafinfil-apparently what I am currently using is a modem/router. I do use all 4 ethernet ports on the back of the Siemens modem/router. Connected to the Siemens are my son's Mini, a Brother laser, my G4 FrankenMac and the AirPort Base Station. My AirPort Base Station is 2nd gen (white) and only has one ethernet port. We use the wireless connections for my work MacBook and my youngest son's iBook G4.
If I used a modem would I be able to: DSL Modem-->>Netgear ethernet switch-->> AirPort Base Station? Any conflicts from that kind of connection?
space-time - thank you for your offer. I believe I will see if I can purchase the modem/router I am currently using. If that doesn't work out I will contact you. Thank you!
numbered, decocritter and Forrest- thank you for your posts! It is reassuring that setting up a DSL modem is not difficult. I'll admit to being a bit worried that I could screw something up.
I sincerely appreciate all of the support and input!
Dave
If I used a modem would I be able to: DSL Modem-->>Netgear ethernet switch-->> AirPort Base Station? Any conflicts from that kind of connection?
space-time - thank you for your offer. I believe I will see if I can purchase the modem/router I am currently using. If that doesn't work out I will contact you. Thank you!
numbered, decocritter and Forrest- thank you for your posts! It is reassuring that setting up a DSL modem is not difficult. I'll admit to being a bit worried that I could screw something up.
I sincerely appreciate all of the support and input!
Dave
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