What is the cheapest wireless solution if you already have a router & switch?

[GreenGhost]

I already have a DSL router w/ NAT (Westell) and a 3com switch, but I'd like to have wireless for my notebook. What's the cheapest solution? Is there anything that would let me keep my router & switch? Some 'broadcaster' I could plug into my switch? Does this exist? Or I'd be better buying a new 802.11b wireless router?

Thanks in advance...

 

[Fiveohhh]

Just get a standalone WAP and you should be good

 

[JackMDS]

In principle you should plug an Access Point (AP) to your Router and a Wireless Client card to your notebook and you are set.

However Access points are more expensive than Wireless Cable/DSL Routers, so unless you have a specific reason to go with an AP (explanation in the following link) you better off buying a Wireless Cable DSL Router.

Link to: Wireless Cable/DSL Router or Access Point ? What should I get?

You can replace your current Router or use the new Wireless Router as an Access Point with a Switch.

Using a Wireless Cable/DSL Router as a Switch with an Access Point

Example to decent inexpensive Wireless Router.

AirPlus Enhanced 2.4GHz Wireless Router ($29.99 after rebate).

 

[GreenGhost]

Thanks for the help. Very nice info there, JackMDS!