APPLE TV directly from HDD?

[ferrarofilms]

After doing all the trials and pertinent checks with the internet provider I had to quit using my new Apple TV because the speed of internet is not enough, it fluctuates during the 24 hrs and watching a movie became a nightmare.
Is there a way to lock it directly to a hard drive without having to go wireless?
If somebody knows how I appreciate the feedback. If not I'll sell the unit.
Thanks

[blueroom]

Yes, rent it on iTunes (your Mac/PC) and it'll download to your HD. Then HomeShare or AirPlay it.

Also use wired Ethernet if possible.

[ferrarofilms]

Can't HomeShare or AirPlay it. Not enoug speed from the router because it is directly related to the income band from the street, old house (rented) all cables only one outlet.

[linds15]

you control your own wifi speeds, im assuming you have a router that is also the modem provided by your service provider, and if this is the case its probably a crappy wireless router, but should still suffice for airplay, if not get your own router that has better performance

[ferrarofilms]

Originally Posted by linds15

you control your own wifi speeds, im assuming you have a router that is also the modem provided by your service provider, and if this is the case its probably a crappy wireless router, but should still suffice for airplay, if not get your own router that has better performance

The router is Gateway NB304N from Netcomm, not a crappy one, I am getting about 8 mbps and at that speed i can not air video without interruptions, data is another story.
The video via air is out of the question, I gess that it is not possible to do it from an HDD like the Philips HD Media Plyayer does

[Mrbobb]

Originally Posted by ferrarofilms

8 mbps

That should be enough.

Run an ethernet cable between the ATV and the gateway.