Ad-Hoc Network for a Printer

[Guest]

I have a desktop computer that is connected to my neighbor's wireless
network. I would like to wirelessly connect my new printer to my computer,
but would prefer to do this outside of my neighbor's network. Is it possible
for me to have an ad hoc network for my printer at the same time as I am
connected to my neighbor's wifi?

 

[Chuck [MVP]]

I have a desktop computer that is connected to my neighbor's wireless
network. I would like to wirelessly connect my new printer to my computer,
but would prefer to do this outside of my neighbor's network. Is it possible
for me to have an ad hoc network for my printer at the same time as I am
connected to my neighbor's wifi?

It's possible, yes.

But if you have a desktop (not portable) computer, why not just hook up the
printer directly to the computer, and not worry about WiFi? Do you have other
computers too? For a single desktop computer, a direct cabled connection makes
more sense.

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Cheers,
Chuck, MS-MVP 2005-2007 [Windows - Networking]
http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/
Paranoia is not a problem, when it's a normal response from experience.
My email is AT DOT
actual address pchuck mvps org.

 

[Guest]

Chuck,

Thanks for your reply. Connecting via a wire is not optimal because I
really do want the printer in another room. Additionaly, I do have a laptop
that I also want to connect to the printer via an ad-hoc network.

Alternatively, If I connect my printer to my neighbor's wireless network,
can I keep the printer hidden from other potential users on the network?

Thanks,

Chris

I have a desktop computer that is connected to my neighbor's wireless
network. I would like to wirelessly connect my new printer to my computer,
but would prefer to do this outside of my neighbor's network. Is it possible
for me to have an ad hoc network for my printer at the same time as I am
connected to my neighbor's wifi?

It's possible, yes.

But if you have a desktop (not portable) computer, why not just hook up the
printer directly to the computer, and not worry about WiFi? Do you have other
computers too? For a single desktop computer, a direct cabled connection makes
more sense.

--
Cheers,
Chuck, MS-MVP 2005-2007 [Windows - Networking]
http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/
Paranoia is not a problem, when it's a normal response from experience.
My email is AT DOT
actual address pchuck mvps org.

 

[Chuck [MVP]]

Chuck,

Thanks for your reply. Connecting via a wire is not optimal because I
really do want the printer in another room. Additionaly, I do have a laptop
that I also want to connect to the printer via an ad-hoc network.

Alternatively, If I connect my printer to my neighbor's wireless network,
can I keep the printer hidden from other potential users on the network?

Thanks,

Chris

Chris,

Your neighbour does know (and approve) of your connecting to his network?
<http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2007/04/beware-honeypot.html>
http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2007/04/beware-honeypot.html

Please describe, in very obvious terms, what you want to connect to what. I'm
not sure that you have enough pieces described just yet. Make and model of
network equipment wouldn't hurt either. I suspect that what you want to do CAN
be done, but you're the one that has to do the work. I can only advise you.
<http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2005/06/background-information-useful-in.html>
http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/2005/06/background-information-useful-in.html

--
Cheers,
Chuck, MS-MVP 2005-2007 [Windows - Networking]
http://nitecruzr.blogspot.com/
Paranoia is not a problem, when it's a normal response from experience.
My email is AT DOT
actual address pchuck mvps org.