I get internet through my apartment's LAN cable which they provide. I've got a few devices so I need a router. Can I just get any wireless router and plug in that LAN cable and it will work?
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Can any wireless router work for my apartment's LAN connection?
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Yes, it should do. Does the router just allow access or are you required to log in using some method to use it?
I recommend that you get a router that is supported by DD-WRT in case the original firmware is weak.
In this case, it's good to look for one with at least 8MB of flash.
The hardware of the Asus RT-N16 is a beast, but I haven't tried it.
In this case, it's good to look for one with at least 8MB of flash.
The hardware of the Asus RT-N16 is a beast, but I haven't tried it.
Actually I ain't sure because I've yet to move into that apartment. Let's say it requires log in, will that work as well?
Is there anything cheaper than that Netgear N router? I only need G as it's just a small studio room. Any standard Cisco, Netgear, D-Link are all good?
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If your router has a feature that does auto-login then it will work. The Netgear firmware has this feature, not sure about the others.
Hrm it seems that it does require a login at the web browser. I am not sure if they sell netgear over here, I've yet to check. But if they don't, would any modern new router support this? What keyword do I need to look for when buying a router?
Something like this would work? http://www.netgear.com.sg/Products/WirelessRouter/WirelessRoutersforSimpleSharing/WNR1000.aspx
Something like this would work? http://www.netgear.com.sg/Products/WirelessRouter/WirelessRoutersforSimpleSharing/WNR1000.aspx
Anybody know if any of the basic level G wireless routers support the web login stuff of a LAN? When I connect to the LAN and access the internet I get prompted with a web login set by the apartment peeps. I need to know which router enables me to login this thing.