Can I still use Napster to download with a Cable Router and no port forwarding ?

[jaytone]

Hi
I am about to connect my Cable modem to a SMC barricade cable router. Since my three computers need to use Napster, I was wondering if I don't configure any of the computers for port forwarding, will I at least be able to download from Napster or will the built in Firewall prevent this. If I understand correctly, isnt the Firewall protection for the purpose of people trying to download from me ? My main concern is that I will not be able to use the three computers with Napster at the same time. Am I correct in thinking that I will still be able to use Napster to get files even if I leave all the firewall protection on all three computers.
Thanks

 

[ozds]

It should be fine, I'm using the Linksys router without forwarding. Can dl files just fine, but it seems that some users can not grab files from me (prolly about 1/3 can't.) Never used it on more than one box at the same time though, but it should be ok.

 

[bigshooter]

i believe napster searches for an open port, it doesn't use a predesignated one.

 

[FUBAR]

Most of the time, unless Napster is configured otherwise, it wants port 6699 I think, either that or 6969. I think a NAT box will allow outgoing connections to your hearts content but won't allow an incoming. Don't know how the incoming get through, maybe if your box has a connection going out or something already..

 

[ElCuCuy]

To get incoming requests to go through, you need to specify the specific ports in the popular/special applications section in your web browser properties (http://192...whatever)...what I don't know (regarding ICQ and AIM) are what the incoming ports are...