Is it ok to use a wireless router?
otherwhirl:
Please forgive if this sounds very noobish, but I currently don't have a router (gonna buy one this week...)
I was gonna buy a wireless router for my laptop anyway, will this be efficient for connecting obi110 as well, or is a non wireless recommended?
Thanks
Stewart:
The vast majority of OBi users have wireless routers. Even if you don't normally use the wireless function, it's useful e.g. to allow a guest in your home to connect to the Internet, or to temporarily use your computer in another room. You should be sure that the wireless function is set up securely, so neighbors don't freeload off your connection, which could degrade the voice quality of your OBi, and possibly get you in trouble if they do illegal downloads. If you are really paranoid, disable the wireless function when you are not actually using it.
If you are on a very tight budget and don't foresee a need for wireless, you can probably find a used wired router at a very low price. One of your friends may even have an old one to give you. Also, a few people are disturbed by the radiation from routers and other wireless devices. Otherwise, get one with wireless.
otherwhirl:
Ok great.
Funny thing is I actually GAVE away an old wired router I was holding for years. :-\
Gonna get a wireless today, I can't wait! :)
Radiation?? Can a wireless router REALLY emit that much radiation in the home? Shit I hope not!
Dale:
The Obi boxes do not connect with wifi. They have to be plugged into an internet connection.
Do get a wireless router - with some router ports on the back. You will plug your Obi into the router and use the wifi for other stuff.
RonR:
Quote from: Dale on October 23, 2011, 09:17:16 am
The Obi boxes do not connect with wifi. They have to be plugged into an internet connection.
An OBi can be connected wirelessly with the addition of a wireless Ethernet bridge.
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