Can you split an internet connection

[nealh]

My son has a computer in his room and an Xbox360. We have just one ethernet jack in the room. Is it possible to split the coneection so that he can use both on the internet, not necessarily at the same time, although would be good too.

TIA

 

[drebo]

Assuming you already have a router, what you need is a switch. You can get 5 port switches for under $20 at the Egg.

 

[JackMDS]

Splitting Network when you have one jack is very simple.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16833180057

Plug a Network switch to the wall outlet and plug the computer and the X-Box to the switch.

Splitting Internet is depending on how it is configured Now. If you have a Router and the room is connected to the Router then you are good.

Otherwise you have to further explain the whole house's Network setup.

Edit: I see you got already the same answer while I was typing.

 

[nealh]

Originally posted by: JackMDS
Splitting Network when you have one jack is very simple.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16833180057

Plug a Network switch to the wall outlet and plug the computer and the X-Box to the switch.

Splitting Internet is depending on how it is configured Now. If you have a Router and the room is connected to the Router then you are good.

Otherwise you have to further explain the whole house's Network setup.

Edit: I see you got already the same answer while I was typing.

Thanks guys

I have FIOS and a main router downstairs. His room is connected to the router by Cat5e cable.

Thanks I will give this a try

Thanks for the newegg link JackMDS, nice touch. I bought one and will get things up and running