I think I've dropped a bolock.

I've bought a router and two cards for my computers.

The problem is that the modem has a USB plug on it and the router has an ethernet port.

Bugger.

Is there any such thing as a USB to Ethernet adapter.

Or will I need a different router or modem?

Cheers

Chris

The ADSL router should have a modem built into it, assuming its not just a network hub.

You just plug the ADSL line into the back of the router in the appropriate socket...

David

You were badly advised the modem you have is for a cable modem --- you could get round it by ditching the router and using a single port router modem they are very cheap but I suspect setting it up on the client PCs would involve you in a bit of head scratching.

The sensible way to go is to buy a modem with built in wireless access point hub-router --- also gives you a decent hardware firewall they start about 40 pounds -- even a big name like D-link should be less than 55 pounds

[Edited on 22/2/06 by britishtrident]

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Originally posted by chrisg
I think I've dropped a bolock.

I've bought a router and two cards for my computers.

The problem is that the modem has a USB plug on it and the router has an ethernet port.

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Where does the existing USB modem get its signal from?
Is it one that plugs into the BT line or is it Cable-NTL (coax) from either outside or another cable TV box inside the house?

If its the BT line connection then it sounds like you need a Modem and Router combined.

If its the NTL option then they do another modem that connects via Ethanet for if you don't already have a Cable TV box sounds like you'd need one of those to connect to your router.

like 'flat monkey' says, you dont need the usb modem now. Your router is probably an all-in-one.
The manual should explain how to set it up.

If what you have is not and all-in-one, PC World have an offer on a Linksys ADSL modem+router+wireless access point including a laptop card for £49.99. I got one at New Year (when they were on for just £39.99...)

http://www.pcworld.co.uk/martprd/product/seo/459034

Chris,
Sounds like you've done the same as me!
I still use the USB modem, but that means I have to have the desktop switched on to get wireless internet on the laptop and PDA! Will be upgrading to ethernet modem soon!

Marcus

It' definately not got a modem in it.

The modem is connected to the telephone via a filter.

Is it possible to plug the USB modem into the computer and then link the computer to the router via a cable from the port on the back?

Cheers

Chris

[Edited on 22/2/06 by chrisg]

It is possible to do it that way Chris,

But: The other computers will need the PC with the modem to be switched on whenever they require access to the internet. This is OK if you don't mind the main computer being on all the time but it can be a pain if its a little noisy wherever it is in the house.

The main point of the Router is so all the PC's can access the internet at any time without relying on the 1 Pc with the modem connected to be switched on.

(A little un-related but maybe some1 can confirm this but I thought it was better to connect things via Ethanet rather than USB as it takes up less memory and resources.)

Thanks mate, looks like i'll have to get an ethernet modem.

I've been doing a bit of googling.

can any one tell me why you can get millions of USB plug to Ethernet socket adapters but NO Ethernet plug to USB socket ones?

defies logic.

Cheers

Chris

It would probably be cheeper to get a refund on the router you've bought and buy a combined ADSLModem and Router.

Then again, if you say you've bought a router isin't a router without a built in Modem just a Network Hub (bit of a play on words but could be important)

I think the adapters are to do with being backwards compatible i.e The newer USB can understand the older Ethanet but not the other way around.

You can get adaptors, to match a USB ADSL modem to ethernet port, the trouble is the adaptor needs a separate power supply to run the ADSL element, £20 +

I had the same thing, lost interest in trying to connect up and purchased an ADSL/wireless router in one, simply not cost effective to match em up.

Still got the Belkin wireless router/hub (ethernet connected) in a drawer (unused) for £25 if anyone wants it !

Regards Mark

Regards Mark