Netgear to Linsky Router is Possible?

[MapleE.]

Hi:
Currently, I have the following Router, 'NetGear Wireless-G Router' that was
rented by
my ISP, Comcast.
http://www.netgear.com/Products/RoutersandGateways/GWirelessRouters/WGR614.aspx

However, I want to replace it to the following router, 'Linsky Wireless-G
Router with Speed
Booster.' Because, one of computer has Vista and I want to get more speed.
There are three
more PCs and Laptop, all of which has XP-Home Edition.

http://www.linksys.com/servlet/Sate...nksys/Common/VisitorWrapper&lid=1545339789B04

My question is;
Is it possible for me to switch from Netgear to Linsky on my own?
The reason I'm asking is that Netgear was installed upon subscribing my ISP
and professionally installed by
ISP-technician. Then, I never done it, although I did replace wireless
adapter to Linsky Speed-booster on the
back of PC with Vista.

If possible, what step and precaution should I take before proceeding ?

Thanks for your help in advance.

 

[Barb Bowman]

Isn't your Comcast supplied device an all-in-one cable modem and
router? with an input for the coax cable? the Comcast product is a
Netgear 814 model. Or did you really get a separate cable modem and
Netgear router?

Hi:
Currently, I have the following Router, 'NetGear Wireless-G Router' that was
rented by
my ISP, Comcast.
http://www.netgear.com/Products/RoutersandGateways/GWirelessRouters/WGR614.aspx

However, I want to replace it to the following router, 'Linsky Wireless-G
Router with Speed
Booster.' Because, one of computer has Vista and I want to get more speed.
There are three
more PCs and Laptop, all of which has XP-Home Edition.

http://www.linksys.com/servlet/Sate...nksys/Common/VisitorWrapper&lid=1545339789B04

My question is;
Is it possible for me to switch from Netgear to Linsky on my own?
The reason I'm asking is that Netgear was installed upon subscribing my ISP
and professionally installed by
ISP-technician. Then, I never done it, although I did replace wireless
adapter to Linsky Speed-booster on the
back of PC with Vista.

If possible, what step and precaution should I take before proceeding ?

Thanks for your help in advance.

--

Barb Bowman
MS Windows-MVP
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/meetexperts/bowman.mspx
http://blogs.digitalmediaphile.com/barb/

 

[MapleE.]

Hi:
Thanks for the response.

I truly NOT sure what model and device supplied when Comcast tech.
came to my house to get it installed.

Only I know is this router/device was installed two and a half years ago,
then I'm guessing that it's not up-to-date device. For that reason, there
must
be something I need to be done, that is upgrade. Or, should I call Comcast
regarding my option, upgrade version?

I'd be greatly appreciated it if you'd provide me with more detailed
instruction
whether I could replace it to Linsky Router with Speed.

Thanks,

 

[Barb Bowman]

I can't answer your question until you tell me if you have

1. a single device with COAX cable going into it that has ports on
the back and has embedded wireless

2. a cable modem and a separate router (two devices).

I don't understand why you can't answer this question. But if you
have a single device, the answer is NO. You would have to call and
have them swap the all in one device for a regular cable modem and
then you can hook up your own router.

I suspect that it is a single device. You do not want to hook up a
router to it.

Hi:
Thanks for the response.

I truly NOT sure what model and device supplied when Comcast tech.
came to my house to get it installed.

Only I know is this router/device was installed two and a half years ago,
then I'm guessing that it's not up-to-date device. For that reason, there
must
be something I need to be done, that is upgrade. Or, should I call Comcast
regarding my option, upgrade version?

I'd be greatly appreciated it if you'd provide me with more detailed
instruction
whether I could replace it to Linsky Router with Speed.

Thanks,

--

Barb Bowman
MS Windows-MVP
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/meetexperts/bowman.mspx
http://blogs.digitalmediaphile.com/barb/

 

[MapleE.]

Hi:
Thanks for the detailed response and help.

Yes, it's a single device, #1 you stated in detail.

The reason why I want to switch to Linsky with Speed-Booster is
that one of PCs with XP getting sluggish. Also, I switched to Lisky Adapter
with
Speed and working very well on PC with Vista.

In any case, I need to call Comcast regarding a change of Single Device with
COAX
cable. Also, COMCAST embedded on the top of device. I've been paying $3.00
per
month for this device. If I can do myself, it must save some $ for
long-run, since I plan
to keep Comcast as long as I can.

Your opinion would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks again,

 

[David B.]

Replacing a cable modem or router is NOT going to speed up your PC's, it may
or may not help with your internet access, but it won't make your computers
any faster.

 

[Barb Bowman]

not sure what they would charge to rent a regular cable modem, but
there is a charge for that.

Hi:
Thanks for the detailed response and help.

Yes, it's a single device, #1 you stated in detail.

The reason why I want to switch to Linsky with Speed-Booster is
that one of PCs with XP getting sluggish. Also, I switched to Lisky Adapter
with
Speed and working very well on PC with Vista.

In any case, I need to call Comcast regarding a change of Single Device with
COAX
cable. Also, COMCAST embedded on the top of device. I've been paying $3.00
per
month for this device. If I can do myself, it must save some $ for
long-run, since I plan
to keep Comcast as long as I can.

Your opinion would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks again,

--

Barb Bowman
MS Windows-MVP
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/meetexperts/bowman.mspx
http://blogs.digitalmediaphile.com/barb/

 

[MapleE.]

Thanks both for your candid and honest answer to my question.

It's a kind disappointing to know that I can NOT do anything about this, ..
renting. When I asked Comcast upon installation two and a half years ago,
they told me 'ONLY rental basis,' that means I can NOT buy this device.

After all, it's business, then I need to live with the fact that it costs me
a lot
over-all, since I intend to keep Comcast for a long time.

Thanks again for your help and advice.

Have a GREAT day!

 

[David B.]

You can buy a cable modem and use it with Comcast, I use a linksys I bought
a few years ago, with a netgear wireless router.

 

[smlunatick]

Replacing a cable modem or router is NOT going to speed up your PC's, it may
or may not help with your internet access, but it won't make your computers
any faster.

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Any router / cable modem change will not help to increase the network
speed. You need to make sure that:

1) The Vista PC is running anti-virus (none built-in) and keep is up
to date
2) Run anti-spyware (not just Windows Defender, which is not an anti-
virus system.)
3) Locate and update the network adapter drivers.
4) Analyse the automatic "start-up" programs and remove those programs
that you "feel" should not be starting up.

Speedboost is only for wireless networking. If you want the Vista PC
be faster, conenct it to the router over a standard Ethernet cable.
Wireless networking "prior" to Wi-Fi 802.11n is always slower than
Ethernet "wired" networking.

If you have more questions, you should be posting into a Vista group.

 

[Jack \(MVP-Networking\).]

Hi
If you concern has to do with a computer that is connected Wirelessly to the
Modem/Router and the Internet connection is slow due to weak signal you can
boost the signal by adding a Wireless Router configured as an Access Point
and placing it closer to the "Slow" computer.
You do not have to change any thing in your current Modem/Router
configuration in order to do so.
Here how, Wireless Router as an AP - http://www.ezlan.net/router_AP.html
Jack (MVP-Networking).

 

[Barb Bowman]

You CAN buy a modem at retail. If you act fast, go to
http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Moto...sem/rpsm/oid/162042/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do
this is a GOOD modem and as you can see, it is FREE after rebates
and such. Then buy a good router. Have Comcast switch you from a
leased to an owned modem and you will not have to pay the $3 monthly
fee.


OR You CAN call and tell Comcast to swap your device for a stand
alone modem and then BUY the router you want.

(None of this will speed up the computer itself. )

Thanks both for your candid and honest answer to my question.

It's a kind disappointing to know that I can NOT do anything about this, ..
renting. When I asked Comcast upon installation two and a half years ago,
they told me 'ONLY rental basis,' that means I can NOT buy this device.

After all, it's business, then I need to live with the fact that it costs me
a lot
over-all, since I intend to keep Comcast for a long time.

Thanks again for your help and advice.

Have a GREAT day!

--

Barb Bowman
MS Windows-MVP
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/meetexperts/bowman.mspx
http://blogs.digitalmediaphile.com/barb/

 

[Lem]

You have (at least) 2 issues with your computers.

1. Computers become slow or sluggish most often because of the software
that's installed on them -- not because a high-speed connection to the
Internet such as cable or DSL is "too slow." There are various reasons,
but because you haven't told us anything about your system, it's
impossible to give specific advice. In general, see
http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/page2.html#Removing_Malware
Slow or Sluggish Computer:
http://www3.telus.net/dandemar/slowcom.htm
http://aumha.org/a/health.htm - Take Out the Trash (section 4)

For further advice, start by answering the following questions:

1. What is your hardware configuration? CPU, amount of RAM?

2. What firewall, anti-virus, and anti-spyware programs do you run?
Are they kept up to date?

3. What programs to you have automatically starting with Windows?
(Look in MSCONFIG to see these.)

2. Renting equipment needed to connect to Comcast. In order to connect
to a cable Internet service such as Comcast and then share that
connection among several computers, you need 2 devices: a "cable modem"
and a "router." The router may capable of connecting to computers
wirelessly or it may require cables. Sometimes, the cable modem and the
router are combined into one box. If you buy your own equipment, you
generally are better off buying two separate devices. Among other
things, this will permit you to upgrade your router without also having
to buy a new cable modem (and routers seem to be changing more rapidly
than cable modems).

For buying a modem, see the Broadband Reports Comcast FAQ (*not*
official Comcast information), Section 2.1, here:
http://www.dslreports.com/faq/comcast/2.1_Modems

There are many brands of wireless routers. Both Linksys and Netgear are
reasonable brands, as are D-Link, Buffalo, and several others. The
basic "standard" for home wireless routers today is Wireless-G. If you
elect to pay more for features variously called "SpeedBooster," "Turbo"
or something similar, realize that you will not get any increased
performance compared to "regular" Wireless-G unless the adapters on your
computers are the same brand AND same "enhanced" version as the router.
The "coming" version of home wireless technology is today called
"draft N" or "pre-N." As the name implies, it is not quite finalized,
but several brands have nevertheless offered these devices. They
reportedly get quite a bit more speed and range. Again, for best
results, stick with one brand.

Thanks both for your candid and honest answer to my question.

It's a kind disappointing to know that I can NOT do anything about this, ..
renting. When I asked Comcast upon installation two and a half years ago,
they told me 'ONLY rental basis,' that means I can NOT buy this device.

After all, it's business, then I need to live with the fact that it
costs me a lot
over-all, since I intend to keep Comcast for a long time.

Thanks again for your help and advice.

Have a GREAT day!

--
Lem -- MS-MVP - Networking

To the moon and back with 2K words of RAM and 36K words of ROM.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
http://history.nasa.gov/afj/compessay.htm

 

[Jim]

Hi:
Currently, I have the following Router, 'NetGear Wireless-G Router' that
was rented by
my ISP, Comcast.
http://www.netgear.com/Products/RoutersandGateways/GWirelessRouters/WGR614.aspx

However, I want to replace it to the following router, 'Linsky Wireless-G
Router with Speed
Booster.' Because, one of computer has Vista and I want to get more
speed. There are three
more PCs and Laptop, all of which has XP-Home Edition.

http://www.linksys.com/servlet/Sate...nksys/Common/VisitorWrapper&lid=1545339789B04

My question is;
Is it possible for me to switch from Netgear to Linsky on my own?
The reason I'm asking is that Netgear was installed upon subscribing my
ISP and professionally installed by
ISP-technician. Then, I never done it, although I did replace wireless
adapter to Linsky Speed-booster on the
back of PC with Vista.

If possible, what step and precaution should I take before proceeding ?

Thanks for your help in advance.

Surely you mean a Linksys Wireless Router with Speed Boost. You can
definitely create a network with the Linksys router to connect to other
manufacturer's computer adapters.

Unless your target computer also has a Linksys Wireless Adapter with Speed
Boost, the router will disable speed boost.

Jim