How to set up a wired network

Pt. 2 of 5 | 2:39 |

How to set up a home network

Tuesday September 7, 2010

In this episode, we'll show you how to

set up a wired network

in your home. All you need to do is connect your router to the Internet and from there,

connect your router

to your computer. It's easier than you think, so if you follow these steps, you'll be able to

set up a home network

in no time at all.

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Show Notes

- If you have a wireless home network router, you'll want to work that into your setup.

- If you haven't got a network set up already but do have high speed Internet, chances are that it is connected directly to your primary computer.

- The first step of the process is to look at the ports on the back of your router. One of these will be labeled Internet or WAN.

- Generally, there will be a number of others for your home devices labeled Ethernet or LAN.

- Next, you'll want to disconnect the Internet from your computer and connect it to the Internet port on your router.

- Now use an Ethernet cable (usually included with your router) to connect your computer through one of the Ethernet ports.

- If you have a cable Internet connection then you're likely done at this point.

- Otherwise, you'll want to insert the CD that came with your router into your computer and follow the steps.

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