Lemeja Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 I currently have wi-fi capabilities on my desktop computer with a USB adapter. I also have a wired connection using Ethernet and I was wondering if there was some way to broadcast the Ethernet connection so I could connect to the internet with things like Wii, laptops and things like that. Here's a picture of my adapter... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furah Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 I currently have wi-fi capabilities on my desktop computer with a USB adapter. I also have a wired connection using Ethernet and I was wondering if there was some way to broadcast the Ethernet connection so I could connect to the internet with things like Wii, laptops and things like that. Here's a picture of my adapter... If you use Vista (not sure how to in XP) the go to Start > Control Panel > Network And Sharing Centre and then on the left panel click on Set Up a Connection or Network. After that click on Set up an ad hoc (wireless computer to computer) network, click next, click next, give the network a name, change the security type to WPA2-Personal, and choose a password you will remember and write it down to be safe. Check Save this network and then click next. Once the network is set up there should be an option to Share My Internet Connection which you must click on, after it is set up close the window and enjoy connecting wirelessly. :D Steam | PM me for BBM PIN Nine naked men is a technological achievement. Quote of 2013. PCGamingWiki - Let's fix PC gaming! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lemeja Posted August 22, 2009 Author Share Posted August 22, 2009 Well unfortunately I am on XP but I'll see if I can find the equivalent... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furah Posted August 24, 2009 Share Posted August 24, 2009 Well unfortunately I am on XP but I'll see if I can find the equivalent... I have Client Skills in 1 hour and a half, I'll be able to figure it out for you then, that is if you haven't already. Either way it will help others wanting to do the same thing. Steam | PM me for BBM PIN Nine naked men is a technological achievement. Quote of 2013. PCGamingWiki - Let's fix PC gaming! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lemeja Posted August 24, 2009 Author Share Posted August 24, 2009 I tried and failed :wall: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
depresins Posted August 24, 2009 Share Posted August 24, 2009 Buy a router. A USB receiver won't help you. If the USB device is made to create a wireless network, RTFM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeDaStudd Posted August 24, 2009 Share Posted August 24, 2009 If it shows up on network connections you could try bridging the connections. Start->Network Connections Select the wired connection, hold shift and select the wireless connection. Right click "Bridge". Should work if the wireless connection shows on the network connections. [hide=Drops]Dragon Axe x11Berserker Ring x9Warrior Ring x8SeercullDragon MedDragon Boots x4 - all less then 30 kcGodsword Shard (bandos)Granite Maul x 3Solo only - doesn't include barrows[/hide][hide=Stats][/hide] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alal_Pwn Posted August 24, 2009 Share Posted August 24, 2009 Bridge. If you cant do that RTFM or use a crossover ethernet cable from computer to gaming system and profit. Proud owner of RECON. YES MLG FTFW! will eventually get my recon avvy, deal with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lemeja Posted August 24, 2009 Author Share Posted August 24, 2009 I read the manual. I'm trying to basically get wireless internet in my house without a router. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Posted August 24, 2009 Share Posted August 24, 2009 I read the manual. I'm trying to basically get wireless internet in my house without a router.If an ad hoc connection doesn't work, then I think you're out of luck. Routers wouldn't be as popular if this were a feasible approach. In addition, a router would rely a signal stronger than that of a computer. And, as far as I know, wireless cards (including your USB dongle) only gather the information and the interpretation is done by the computer. Sharing a wired connection would be easier, despite not yielding the same results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lemeja Posted August 24, 2009 Author Share Posted August 24, 2009 Well I tried the ad-hoc connection but when I enable connection sharing it says something like the IP address is already being used... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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