Computer Geeks, help a brother out?

MCary · 08/31/2006, 04:54 PM

A problem of mine was suddenly solved by reading another thread. But I didn't want to hijack. I just upgraded to a Neptune 3 controller that I wish to monitor on my computer. Possible even use the internet hub to monitor it from remote locations. My computer is not where near the unit and I was going to run some network cable but then a guy mentioned the obvious. Wireless.

I can most things with a computer, but a network expert I'm not. What kind of equipment do I need to connect a Neptune 3 with an ethernet port to a computer. Am I correct in assuming I need to know about WLAN bridges?

Mike

Tech specs can be found here (download owners manual)

http://www.neptunesys.com

theatrus · 08/31/2006, 05:15 PM

How are you connected to the internet? Dialup? Do you have an existing wireless access point?

The basic setup would be:

AC III -> Wireless bridge -> wireless network (air

) -> accesspoint/router/other wireless bridge -> wired network/computer

If you're doing it wired, you need a (long) ethernet Cat5 crossover cable if you don't have a hub/switch in between. The crossover part is essential

silverwolf72 · 08/31/2006, 05:28 PM

wireless router should be all you need

MCary · 08/31/2006, 05:35 PM

I have a wireless router on the PC. I need to make the Neptune wireless. So do I plug the neptune into an access point router? Or can I use one of these:

http://www.netgear.com/Products/Brid...Extenders.aspx

Thanks,

Mike

MCary · 08/31/2006, 05:37 PM

PS I assume it would go:

Available port --> Plug extender 1-->house wire -->plug extender 2-->Neptune

theatrus · 08/31/2006, 05:47 PM

Ok, if you have a wireless router already, pick up one of these:

http://www.netgear.com/Products/Adap...rs/WGE111.aspx

It will let any wired ethernet device join your wireless network. But instead of playing multiplayer on your game console, you can play with your AC

Other manufacturers call this a wireless bridge. Its really the same device, but selling it as "game adapters" is somehow better for marketing.

nyvp · 08/31/2006, 06:08 PM

for a d-link g di-624 router what would I use?

jmguerry12 · 08/31/2006, 06:21 PM

the router that theatrus showed you should work, you might get a frind to come over and hook everything up or else you might be giving people access to your internet too if you dont set it up right

MCary · 09/01/2006, 10:32 AM

Thanks guys.

Mike

TKByrnes · 09/01/2006, 10:43 AM

yea make sure you encrypt the router. otherwise people can access your wireless connection. someone around me has wireless and a buddy of mine always brings his laptop over and hijacks the connection.

08/31/2006, 04:54 PM	#1
MCary Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Hardin, Montana Posts: 3,142	Computer Geeks, help a brother out? A problem of mine was suddenly solved by reading another thread. But I didn't want to hijack. I just upgraded to a Neptune 3 controller that I wish to monitor on my computer. Possible even use the internet hub to monitor it from remote locations. My computer is not where near the unit and I was going to run some network cable but then a guy mentioned the obvious. Wireless. I can most things with a computer, but a network expert I'm not. What kind of equipment do I need to connect a Neptune 3 with an ethernet port to a computer. Am I correct in assuming I need to know about WLAN bridges? Mike Tech specs can be found here (download owners manual) http://www.neptunesys.com

08/31/2006, 05:15 PM	#2
theatrus 100-mile-commuter Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: almost nevada Posts: 4,721	How are you connected to the internet? Dialup? Do you have an existing wireless access point? The basic setup would be: AC III -> Wireless bridge -> wireless network (air ) -> accesspoint/router/other wireless bridge -> wired network/computer If you're doing it wired, you need a (long) ethernet Cat5 crossover cable if you don't have a hub/switch in between. The crossover part is essential __________________ Custom electronics purveyor. blueAcro.com Current Tank Info: 90g SPS+mixed reef (10 yrs): LEDBrick LEDs, 40g custom sump, Ca reactor, chiller, Vortech, lots of custom electronics

08/31/2006, 05:47 PM	#6
theatrus 100-mile-commuter Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: almost nevada Posts: 4,721	Ok, if you have a wireless router already, pick up one of these: http://www.netgear.com/Products/Adap...rs/WGE111.aspx It will let any wired ethernet device join your wireless network. But instead of playing multiplayer on your game console, you can play with your AC Other manufacturers call this a wireless bridge. Its really the same device, but selling it as "game adapters" is somehow better for marketing. __________________ Custom electronics purveyor. blueAcro.com Current Tank Info: 90g SPS+mixed reef (10 yrs): LEDBrick LEDs, 40g custom sump, Ca reactor, chiller, Vortech, lots of custom electronics

09/01/2006, 10:43 AM	#10
TKByrnes Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Fairfield, PA Posts: 1,331	yea make sure you encrypt the router. otherwise people can access your wireless connection. someone around me has wireless and a buddy of mine always brings his laptop over and hijacks the connection. __________________ Baby it was on sale half price I PROMISE!!!! Current Tank Info: 90 gal mixed reef-55 gal sump-mag 9.5 return pump-10 gal frag tank 15 gal refugium. 2x 150 watt HQI outer orbit 4x pc actinic

08/31/2006, 05:28 PM	#3
silverwolf72 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Lake Forrest CA Posts: 1,732	wireless router should be all you need

08/31/2006, 05:35 PM	#4
MCary Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Hardin, Montana Posts: 3,142	I have a wireless router on the PC. I need to make the Neptune wireless. So do I plug the neptune into an access point router? Or can I use one of these: http://www.netgear.com/Products/Brid...Extenders.aspx Thanks, Mike

08/31/2006, 05:37 PM	#5
MCary Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Hardin, Montana Posts: 3,142	PS I assume it would go: Available port --> Plug extender 1-->house wire -->plug extender 2-->Neptune

08/31/2006, 06:08 PM	#7
nyvp Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Hollywood Florida Posts: 3,633	for a d-link g di-624 router what would I use?

08/31/2006, 06:21 PM	#8
jmguerry12 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Fontucky Posts: 63	the router that theatrus showed you should work, you might get a frind to come over and hook everything up or else you might be giving people access to your internet too if you dont set it up right

09/01/2006, 10:32 AM	#9
MCary Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Hardin, Montana Posts: 3,142	Thanks guys. Mike