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Bonney
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25th Dec 10 at 20:33   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

Just got an xbox and want to get xbox live. I know I need an xbox live subscription, But how do i go about connecting the xbox to the net.

I already have a belkin n1 wireless modem, and have a belkin n1 wireless usb adapter going spare.

Will i need to get the one that x box make or will the n1 wireless usb adapter do the job?
Nath
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25th Dec 10 at 20:34   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

Is it a new Xbox S? If so they are Wireless N from the box.
Bonney
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25th Dec 10 at 20:37   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

Its one of the older ones, same as this

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Faulty-Xbox-360-Pro-20-GB-/330510538725?pt=UK_VideoGames_VideoGameConsoles_VideoGameConsoles&hash=item4cf3f697e5
Nath
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25th Dec 10 at 20:41   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

I think USB dongles can work, but you'd be best getting: http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/black-wireless-n-xbox-360-adapter-1/835365

[Edited on 25-12-2010 by Nath]
Bonney
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25th Dec 10 at 20:49   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

I have one of these lying around at the minute, Would this do the job?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Belkin-N1-Wireless-USB-Adapter-F5D8051-ref-/120663531084?pt=UK_Computing_Networking_SM&hash=item1c181b5e4c

Also got an Orange USB dongle aswell, Might give that a try too!
Nath
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25th Dec 10 at 20:52   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

Not sure to be honest. Never tried, I hear they work though. Have a look on Google: http://www.google.co.uk/#hl=en&safe=off&&sa=X&ei=W1kWTe7bM8i6hAeGzdW3Dg&ved=0CBUQvwUoAQ&q=Xbox+Live+using+USB+dongle&spell=1&fp=de610b7113b09eab
Bonney
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25th Dec 10 at 21:03   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

Don't think it will work with the netgear part.

"It is not possible to use generic USB wireless network adapters with the Xbox or Xbox 360 game console. The reason: generic Wi-Fi network adapters require the installation of device driver software that standard Xbox consoles cannot accommodate. Although it is physically possible to plug these adapters into the Xbox, they will not function properly without the accompanying drivers in place."

That Idea is out of the window then!

Think i'll nip and get one out of the shops, Be less hastle. I like how they expect you to buy all their products that cost a small fortune!
Nath
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25th Dec 10 at 21:13   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

Yep! Pay for the connection gear, then pay for the connection. Bit sneaky really.
Bonney
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25th Dec 10 at 21:15   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

Microsoft=Robbing ba57ards!
Rob R
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25th Dec 10 at 21:29   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

RJ45 is the only way if you want a constant connection, straight from router into xbox

But if you have a laptop there is a way you can its internet connection with the xbox over a wired network between the 2
Nath
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25th Dec 10 at 21:36   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

quote:
Originally posted by Rob R
RJ45 is the only way if you want a constant connection, straight from router into xbox

But if you have a laptop there is a way you can its internet connection with the xbox over a wired network between the 2


I did the same with using a PC come to think of it. Hard wired the Xbox to the PC, and then ran a wireless connection from there to the modem/router.
MoesTavern
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25th Dec 10 at 22:16   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

Can you not just hardwire the 360 to your modem, that's what I did.

Fuck wireless it's too laggy anyway.
Nath
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25th Dec 10 at 22:33   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

Another option. I couldn't as my Xbox is pretty much on the opposite side of the house to my router
chrisritch
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26th Dec 10 at 01:18   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

COULD I RUN AN ETHERNET CABLE FROM MY WIRELESS MODEM INTO MY XBOX?

edit sorry about caps
Bonney
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26th Dec 10 at 19:51   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

Sadily I also havn't got the option of running a cable to the x box as the router is downstairs and the xbox is upstairs.

Went into game and they wanted £60 for the adapter. Seen the copy's on ebay for £35. Don't know if they are any good though!
Brett
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Shame, I just sold an official one for £20 on Christmas Eve.

If you want the cheaper option look for a 'wireless ethernet bridge'. Should be around £15-25 new for a cheap one and it'll do the same job. None on ebay at the moment I don't think, but a guy was selling them for £20.



[Edited on 26-12-2010 by loafofbrett]
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26th Dec 10 at 21:23   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

http://www.homeplugs.co.uk/

If you cba to run Ethernet around your house.

 
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