Two DSL modems?

[Clockwerk]

I have my current comp hook up in my office to Verizon DSL using there included modem (Westell VersaLink), I bought another DSL modem (different brand), CAT6 cable, and NIC for my second comp in my bedroom, its on the same incoming line the one in my office is.

My question is how can I run the second modem in my bedroom off the same line that is in my office, its on a seperate RJ11 jack in the wall at the other end of my house.

Im not sure if I set it up right before as it disconnected the other modem when I hooked the other up..

 

[tfinch2]

Why aren't you using a router?

 

[Clockwerk]

Thanks for the reply. The distance between my bedroom and the office, at opposite end of the house, is like over 100 ft+..

 

[tfinch2]

What about wireless?

 

[JackMDS]

You can Not have two DSL Connections on the same line.

You can Not Run two Modems on the same line at the same time.

You can disconnect one Modem from the line and plug the second one and switch it On, and vice versa.

You can Bridge 100' with Wireless, it might need a little more Hardware but it can be done.

:sun:

 

[Clockwerk]

Crap. Well, what would be the best hardware to use if I wanted to play games, stream music online etc. with minimal packet loss? Both my Office PC and Bedroom PC are quality builds. How can I get the most out of a wireless connection? Big ass antenas, or a repeater?

EDIT, I just hooked up a cheap USB wireless setup and I'm getting very low signal strenght@54Mbps.. lol something tells me this aint gonna cut it. RR needs to get off its ass and connect more small towns.

 

[TG2]

Whats RR have to do with it ? They only supply the line to the house, not networking all your computers together?
You need a router and over 100ft of cable, or very good wireless hardware to connect those PC's

 

[ChAoTiCpInOy]

Your only solution would be to go to your local hardware store, buy the cables and just run it and do the actual connections yourself. Because 100+ ft cable is very rare.

 

[RebateMonger]

Also, take a look at HPNA (Ethernet over telephone lines), and PowerLine Ethernet (over 110VAC lines). These give Ethernet connections over the wires that are already in your house.

A reflector around your WiFi router's antenna can probably do 100 feet, too, if you only need coverage in one direction.