[P1] Verizon DSL with Linksys Wireless Router

[Michael Flournoy]

This " no Mac support " comes from Linksys. I don't know what they 
think the problem is though. I am using one right now in a mixed 
environment and it works fine. I recall that it came with some PC only 
software but I don't remember what it did. I set up the PC first so I 
can't tell you about a Mac only setup. I do remember that when I 
installed the airport card in the mac all I had to do was run the 
Airport Setup program that is in the utilities folder and I was 
connected. On the PC end I had to install 2 pieces of software and 
reboot the laptop 4 times. ( 2 times to add the pc card and it's driver 
and 2 times to install the wireless software, all as per the 
instructions. ) Maybe they don't offer Mac support because they are too 
busy with all the support PC's require. I bought the Linksys from a Mac 
dealer no less.

       Mike

On Feb 28, 2004, at 11:44 AM, Thomas D. Kearns wrote:

> I have Verizon DSL which works well.  I want to network my iBook with 
> my iMac and probably a cheap windoze laptop in the future.  Verizon 
> offers a Linksys system but specifically disclaims that it works with 
> Macs - see the end of the description below.  The primary reason I 
> would buy it is to get the free support.  Does anybody have any 
> experience with this issue with Verizon?  What if I get the cheap 
> windoze laptop and call Verizon to buy the Linksys, then add the Macs? 
>  Any disadvantages of going this way?
>
> Tom
>
> "Linksys Wireless Router
>
>  A wireless router is the main piece of equipment needed to set up 
> your home network.  It can connect up to four computers to a single 
> DSL connection.
>
>  You will need to purchase one router for your household.
>
>  Plus, Verizon Online offers 24/7 live technical support — so we'll be 
> there if you need help during installation and set up.
>
> Technical Specifications for the Linksys Wireless Router:
>
> Wireless range of operations up to 150 feet indoors and 300 feet 
> outdoors
> Built-in firewall
> 4 Port10/100 Ethernet switch
> Encryption
> 802.11 b wireless technology
> Still have questions?  Visit our FAQs or learn more about specific 
> system requirements .
>
>  The Linksys Wireless Router does not support Macintosh."
>
>
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