What You Need to Hook Up a Wireless Router
Connecting to the Internet using a wireless network is a convenient and efficient way to get online without having to connect to a modem. Setting up a wireless router in your home or office allows any computer equipped with a wireless card to pick up the signal and access the Internet. Here's what you need to hook up a wireless router.
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Things You'll Need
- Wireless Router unit
- Networking cable (comes with router unit)
- Installation CD
- Modem
- Modem power cord
Instructions
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Prepare your modem. Unplug the modem's power cord and place the wireless router unit next to the modem. If the router has antennas, make sure they are raised to their full upright position.
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Reassign your networking cable. Unplug the cable currently connected from your computer to your modem and plug it into the port located in the wireless router. This port is usually colored blue.
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Connect the router and the modem. Use the networking cable that came with your wireless router to connect the modem and router unit. The router port is typically colored in green.
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Start up your modem. Plug in the modem's power cord and wait 1-2 minutes while it configures its settings and prepares to connect to the Internet.
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Start up the wireless router. Plug the wireless router's power cord into an outlet and wait 1-2 minutes to get it started. The router is ready when the 'wired computers' and 'modem' icons light up. These logos or icons vary by make and model of your router so consult the owner's manual if needed.
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Insert your installation CD. Use the wizard or assistant to check the configurations of your computer settings and launch your wireless network.
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Tips & Warnings
If the modem and wired computers icon do not light up after plugging in your router, check your connection to make sure all wires are plugged into the right ports
If the wireless signal is not working properly but you still have an Internet connection to your modem, you will need to contact your Internet service provider for assistance
Do not plug in the modem or wireless router until you have completed all steps in the right order
