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Ethernet Bridge Adapter
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Oct 6, 2006, 04:07 PM
 
I need to get one of these for my xBox. However, I'm looking for one that I don't need to have a PC to set up and isn't going to cost me $100. I found a couple on ebay but I'm not sure if they would work.

eBay: Netgear Wall Ethernet Internet Adapter Bridge XE102 (item 220033127416 end time Oct-06-06 19:20:26 PDT)

eBay: Wireless G Ethernet Bridge & Game Adapter F5D7330 (item 280034512236 end time Oct-09-06 15:53:32 PDT)

Any suggestions?
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Oct 7, 2006, 11:02 PM
 
The thing you need to watch out for is if those devices require your wireless router to be of a specific make/model. Many wireless bridges require the main base station to be compatible for setting up a wireless distribution system.

On those two models you picked, I would head over to the manufacturer's website and check the specs and requirements as opposed to what some eBay lister is claiming or not claiming.

And I don't know if you realize it or not, but the Netgear device is a powerline device, so you'll need to have something elsewhere connected to a power outlet. And keep in mind, those powerline network adapters have their own sets of problems. I'd suggest doing some heaving reading on them before investing in that technology.
     
   
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