[boing]

So I want to access the internet and shop channel on my new wii but the problem is that I "borrow" my neighbor's wifi. My laptop gets good reception upstairs but my wii is in the basement. Is there anyway I can make the wireless signal stronger on the wii? I've already heard about the USB method but are there any other methods? Reps to the best answer.

[chickenselects]

How good is your laptops signal in the basement? Try moving your wii higher in the room and towards your neighbors house? Maybe you can find a wireless extender that picks up a signal and amplifies it.

Worst case just buy a cheap router?

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[sbl03]

There's a Wii USB Wifi thing that you can get for like $40

[boing]

Originally Posted by usaswim

There's a Wii USB Wifi thing that you can get for like $40

I've already heard of the USB method as I wrote in my post. Chickenselects, I'm not very tech-savvy, so can you explain what I would do with the router?

[2+2=OVER9000]

http://www.buy.com/prod/wi-fi-usb-co...204091156.html

Works for Wii & DS. (I know you mentioned the method but it's honestly the easiest)

[boing]

Originally Posted by 2+2=OVER9000

http://www.buy.com/prod/wi-fi-usb-co...204091156.html

Works for Wii & DS. (I know you mentioned the method but it's honestly the easiest)

the only problem, is i don't get that good reception from my laptop either in the basement.

[chickenselects]

if you have internet in your home/apartment/dorm/where ever you can just buy your own wireless router? They are just as expensive as that wi-fi usb key and you'll be able to connect your laptop to it as well.

Hell if you know someone local who can help you then you can buy a router for $5 after rebate!

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16833156038

Trendnet is a pretty good company or you can opt for a better brand but it will cost you more towards $40-$50. The reviews of that router say the included software/instructions are not very user friendly, this one may not be for you. The better brands have complete step by step instructions and software.

check this link for more routers with reviews:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...e=Up+to+54Mbps

You want a 54mbps 802.11g router. (802.11b/g just means it supports both B and G, G is faster.) If you live with your parents maybe they would even pay for it as I would consider it a family investment!

I can answer anymore questions tomorrow, im off for the night.

[Blink]

than move it out of your basement silly :cal_biggrin:

[bounty762]

Don't buy the WiFi USB connector waist of money and only works with Wii and DS unless you modify it, but that just becomes a waste of time. It's better as ChickenSelects said to invest in a wireless router.

[Tyroz]

If your not to tech savey ask whoever is in charge of your network (Dad, Mom, W/E) if you have a router. When I wasn't tech savey (long time ago >_>) I asked about buying a router and we had one already. If you know what type of internet you have that would be helpful (DSL, Cable, Dial-up:yikes. Most likely if you have Cable you have a wired modem and therefore need a wireless router. In some cases however, more likely with DSL, you will have a wireless modem. In which case you wouldn't need to buy anything. If you end up buying a wireless router here's how you have it connected (assuming it's cable). CABLE>MODEM>ROUTER (via ethernet cable)>The computer that's currently plugged into the modem. If your confused, try to find someone you know that knows about computers and stuff to help you... everyone loves a friendly neighborhood nerd!:cal_biggrin:. Good luck!

[boing]

anyone know if I could just use something like this? :
http://www.amazon.com/D-Link-DWL-G71.../ref=de_a_smtd
would I need to have access to the actual router itself? Since that is currently in my neighbor's house.

[Titan5]

from looking at its install guide, it doesnt look like you need the actual router for setup

[chickenselects]

at that price you might as well buy your own router and have complete access. Stop beating around the bush and just buy one....that repeater won't save you any money.

[boing]

yeah but if I buy a router, doesn't that mean I have to have to buy my own internet service instead of using someone else's? Not willing to do that

[chickenselects]

oh..lol..I was under the impression you had internet in your home but not wireless...then yeah, you would....well a $70 investment just to use someone elses internet doesn't sound like the best idea to me. Let me know if it works I guess.