Router for Xbox 360

jimbos · 11 May 2007 at 12:01

Hi Guys

my networking knowledge is appauling so I am hoping for some help regarding a router for my xbox 360.

Basically do i need to spend lots of money on a router, or can i just pick up a cheap one?

If so what do you recommend as i do not know which are solid brands and which aren't.

Hilly · 11 May 2007 at 12:06

you don't need to spend loads, and there are cheaper ways to get online than a router (ICS for example)

http://www.xbox.com/en-US/support/connecttolive/xbox360/homenetworking/equipment.htm

that's a list of the compatiable ones, from there the good makes are D-Link, Link sys, Net Gear

NokkonWud · 11 May 2007 at 12:18

If it's for a cable modem then you can't beat Linksys WRT54G.

Hunders · 11 May 2007 at 12:46

Im on cable and my Linksys WRT54GS is the best, most reliable router I have used.

BloodWolf · 11 May 2007 at 12:49

NokkonWud said:
If it's for a cable modem then you can't beat Linksys WRT54G.

Yeah I got Linksys WRT54GSv4.

jimbos · 11 May 2007 at 13:13

so could i use this?

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=NW-061-LS

or do i need the GS?

St0rmer66 · 11 May 2007 at 13:19

jimbos said:
so could i use this?

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=NW-061-LS

or do i need the GS?

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=NW-052-LS
That's cheaper and better. You can download a firmware for it adding more options and making it more like a £60 router. You can even boost the signal up a bit and overclock the cpu if you want

. I've got it and it's never missed a beat.

Alrik · 11 May 2007 at 13:59

Hey I'm in a similar situation and was wondering if someone could recommend me a ADSL2+ wireless Modem w/ Built-in 4 port router (Will be used with my PC, 360 wireless adapter, Nintendo DS and maybe a laptop)

I have been looking around and there are so many different brands + different models its hard to choose, Plus both the 360 + Nintendo DS seem to be fussy about which they will and wont work with making the choice even more difficult.

Price isnt a major issue, but the cheaper the better. Looking to spend around £50(£60 maximum)

Clark Nova · 11 May 2007 at 14:02

St0rmer66 said:
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=NW-052-LS
That's cheaper and better. You can download a firmware for it adding more options and making it more like a £60 router. You can even boost the signal up a bit and overclock the cpu if you want . I've got it and it's never missed a beat.

I bought this router from OcUK a few weeks back when I got my 360 and it works flawlessly with the Microsoft WiFi adaptor. I can recommend it wholeheartedly, top piece of kit and a top price too :cool:

jimbos · 11 May 2007 at 14:29

it will for ADSL, does that make a difference for this model?

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showp...rodid=NW-052-LS