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***glc*** · 05-23-2005, 10:31 AM

If you use the WRT54GS, that's already wireless and MAY be able to service the whole house wirelessly, depending on many factors. Yes, I'd connect the server to it with a cable, and wire ALL feasible computers. Only use wireless where you can't run a cable or for laptops. There are ways to extend the range of the wireless - antennas, bridges, repeaters. Cross that bridge when you get there. If you want a really high powered router, look at the Linksys WRT54GX and its matching PCMCIA cards, but bring a FAT wallet.

05-23-2005, 10:31 AM	#2
*glc* Forum Administrator Staff Premium Member Join Date: May 2000 Location: Joplin MO Posts: 37,764	If you use the WRT54GS, that's already wireless and MAY be able to service the whole house wirelessly, depending on many factors. Yes, I'd connect the server to it with a cable, and wire ALL feasible computers. Only use wireless where you can't run a cable or for laptops. There are ways to extend the range of the wireless - antennas, bridges, repeaters. Cross that bridge when you get there. If you want a really high powered router, look at the Linksys WRT54GX and its matching PCMCIA cards, but bring a FAT wallet.