Wireless newbie...need some help

[SilverThief]

Alright I am very knew to wireless networking, and have a very basic understanding of networking in general. I want to purchase a Linksys wireless router-- BEFW11S4. Now I am going to network 2 pc's, and I know I need at least one of the wireless PCI cards for the second PC (my son's). My question is, do I need one for my (server) pc as well or will this run right off my NIC?

 

[mcveigh]

that model has a built-in 4 port switch. just plug your computer into it. it'll work fine.

 

[SilverThief]

Great! Thanks for the help

 

[JackMDS]

The Linksys line of 802.11b is not very hot. If you need it for the same room it is OK, otherwise I suggest you should get somethig better.

The Content of the Following Link Might Help:

Wireless What Should I Get (Early April, 2003 Edition)?

As an example: This Wireless Router will do the same or better, and it is less expensive.

Barricade Turbo 11/22 Mbps Auto Sensing Wireless Cable/DSL Broadband. $49 after rebate.

 

[AntaresVI]

I've never had a problem with D-Link's wireless gear (i use the AirPlus line), and you can usually get their routers on sale at B&M places every now and then.

 

[shoman94]

Originally posted by: JackMDS
The Linksys line of 802.11b is not very hot. If you need it for the same room it is OK, otherwise I suggest you should get somethig better.

The Content of the Following Link Might Help:

Wireless What Should I Get (Early April, 2003 Edition)?

As an example: This Wireless Router will do the same or better, and it is less expensive.

Barricade Turbo 11/22 Mbps Auto Sensing Wireless Cable/DSL Broadband. $49 after rebate.

Yea right...between here and my work...I have all linksys....works great. Here I have a 4port switch wired to my PC and a WAP11 for my roomates PC and my Laptop. At work I have a BEFW11S4 running 3 clients wireless and a WAP11, which is then bridged to the next building that is 2000 feet away to another WAP11 connected to a client. Works like a champ.

SilverThief; You'll be fine with that linksys...

 

[TypeM]

shoman --> Are you saying that your WAP 11 is broadcasting 2000 feet away???