Express

Question

Express

Can I connect an adsl modem with USB to Airport Express?

Imac, Mac OS X (10.4.2)

Posted on Dec 14, 2005 1:39 PM

Reply

Answer 1

Best reply

Frank Canzolino

Level 7

25,890 points

Dec 14, 2005 2:57 PM in response to mauerspringer

No, the usb port is primarily used only for a compatible usb printer. You need an ethernet equipped modem to connect to any router, AX or others.

Reply

Answer 2

Dec 14, 2005 11:22 PM in response to Frank Canzolino

Phew thanks. I have bought my mother a new I book for Xmas and am migrating from one ISP to another. The present one has an adsl modem with USB.and the new ISP expects the service ro use that same modem. What's the best thing to do get an ethernet router or new modem, router is cheper I guess?

Reply

Answer 3

iFelix

Level 8

35,155 points

Dec 15, 2005 3:15 AM in response to mauerspringer

Phew thanks. I have bought my mother a new I book for
Xmas and am migrating from one ISP to another. The
present one has an adsl modem with USB.and the new
ISP expects the service ro use that same modem.
What's the best thing to do get an ethernet router or
new modem, router is cheper I guess?

An ethernet ADSL modem will do fine if you have an Airport Express.

Otherwise a combined ADSL Modem Wireless Router may be a better choice.

Check out the following website.

Reviews of equipment
http://www.adslguide.org.uk/reviews/

iFelix

Reply

Answer 4

Dec 18, 2005 12:10 AM in response to iFelix

Hi ifelix,
Why would I need a combined wireless router if I want to use my new Airport Express base to broadcast the adsl broadband?

Is there any particular benefit?

Do they work with Mac's OK?

If so and the cost comparison between wireless combined and ordinary router is negligable which would you recommend?

I may keep the Express for myself to improve my Extreme wi fi network if the combined is a better route.

Thx for your attention

Reply

Answer 5

iFelix

Level 8

35,155 points

Dec 18, 2005 2:50 AM in response to mauerspringer

Why would I need a combined wireless router if I want
to use my new Airport Express base to broadcast the
adsl broadband?

What I wrote was
An ethernet ADSL modem will do fine IF you have an Airport Express. Otherwise a combined ADSL Modem Wireless Router may be a better choice.

It was not clear if you had an Airport Express or not.

As you have an Airport Express, buying another wireless router is not necessary.

iFelix

Reply

Answer 6

Dec 18, 2005 5:32 AM in response to iFelix

Thanks, sorry I was'nt misinterpreting.
It may be better to get a combined wireless router for my mother being an elderly silver surfer but not an enthusiast. Less objects!
I wanted to establish if all wireless equipment works with all platforms now or whether its better to stick with the appropriate brand.
Thanks again for valuable advice.

Reply

Answer 7

iFelix

Level 8

35,155 points

Dec 18, 2005 10:18 AM in response to mauerspringer

I wanted to establish if all wireless equipment works
with all platforms now or whether its better to stick
with the appropriate brand.

In theory any wifi certified client can connect to any wifi certified wireless router or access point.

From my own exeperience I have a mix of manufacturers and they do connect.

Having said that each has their own little issues which can prove a headache at times.

Reply

Answer 8

Dec 18, 2005 11:29 AM in response to iFelix

This thread looks like its right down my lane. I am just setting up a WiFi network. I have a PC in one room with a DSL
connection, and a POWERMAC G4 in another room that I want to
connect thru the pc to the dsl connection. I don't know just what I need or how to hook it up. Can anyone help me?
Thanks, Ken

Reply

Answer 9

iFelix

Level 8

35,155 points

Dec 18, 2005 11:35 AM in response to K. L. Benson

K L Benson please start a new topic rather than adding to this one.

Thank You

Reply

Answer 10

Dec 27, 2005 2:05 PM in response to iFelix

SORRY

Reply