How to Make Dial Up Wireless

Creating a wireless Internet connection out of a dial-up connection can be a difficult task, since many standard components that were used to make wireless dial-up connections are no longer produced. With the help of an online auction site, and some knowledge into how this type of hardware operates, however, you can put together your very own dial-up wireless connection.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Dial-up modem

1. Purchase a router that is compatible with a dial-up modem. These can be difficult to find unless you turn to an online auction website such as eBay. You will want to purchase a router that has a RS232 port built into it that supports a modem connection.

2. Run a telephone cord between your router and a telephone wall jack. Plug one end of the cord into the RS232 port on your router, and plug the other end into the wall jack. Connect the router to your computer's modem port, and turn on the power to your computer and to the router.

3. Connect to your dial-up Internet service as usual, and try to pick a number that you know is reliable for long-term connections. Once connected to the Internet, open up the Control Panel in Windows.

4. Find your dial-up connection under the Network Connections, right-click on the dial-up connection and click Properties. Click on the Advanced tab, and check the option marked "Share this computer's Internet connection with other computers."

5. Configure the wireless settings on your router, if necessary, so that it is visible to computers that want to connect wirelessly. This process differs depending on the manufacturer, so check your router user manual for instructions. Once the wireless signal is configured, you will be able to access the Internet through the wireless connection.

Tips & Warnings

• If you are unable to find a router that supports a dial-up modem connection, consider looking for a product called the "Wiflyer" instead. This is a reasonably old device produced in the early 2000's that created a wireless hot spot when connected to a dial-up modem. While no longer available in wide circulation, you can still find them for sale on small electronics websites and auction sites.
• Dial-up Internet over wireless will be very slow, especially if there is more than one person using it. If you don't get a fast connection on your first dial attempt, try dialing again to see if you can make it faster.

References

• Share a Dial-Up Connection