Network Connection to PC running Me.

[securespark]

Not sure if this is a software or hardware issue...

If you've been following my inept exploits, you'll know I've hooked up a couple of PC's to a network.

I want to add a third. Looking in Networks, I found this hardware listed as being installed:

ASIX AX88172 USB2 to FAST ETHERNET ADAPTER.

& this following it:

TCP/IP -> ASIX AX88172 USB2 to FAST ETHERNET ADAPTER.

Yet on the rear of the PC is only an RJ45 jack for old dial-up modem.

Does the mention of USB mean that I have got a LAN connection, but need to connect to it via a USB socket?

 

[TonyWarrington]

Does the mention of USB mean that I have got a LAN connection, but need to connect to it via a USB socket?

It sounds like it (have no personal experience though!). If it is the case you will need to buy a USB router such as http://www.ebuyer.com/product/113929. Alternatively buy a cheap NIC and perhaps get a wider range to choose from

Before you commit to buying router you should check with supplier on suitability and their returns policy if not fit for the job.

 

[Doc Lenny]

Alternatively buy a cheap NIC and perhaps get a wider range to choose from

Agree with this, maybe something like this If you have a spare PCI slot.

 

[securespark]

Thanks, guys.

This PC is one that I'm linking to an existing router (I linked the other two to the same router with your & Softus' advice).

So I'll get a NIC and fit that in place of the existing dial-up modem card.

 

[TonyWarrington]

When you do dont forget to disable the modem in internet connections

 

[securespark]

Yeah, I've scrubbed all internet connection options from dial-up networking, as every time you press a key on that pc, the connect box appears. Arrrgh!!!

 

[securespark]

Bought a cheap NIC card from Mappo's. Will let you know what's what when I've fitted it.