advice for wireless N ethernet bridge

[N2rock]

on one end I have DVR, TV and game console with ethernet outputs

on other end I have D-Link Extreme N router, with 12mb DSL

Distance is only 2 rooms away- approximately 25 feet, with one wall between.

Want to get the DVR, TV and game console Wireless N to the router. Looking for advice on which bridge to purchase.

I thank you in advance.

 

[Daybreak]

Howdy,
I went with the Trendnet TEW-680mb unit.
It's working good here

 

[thiggins]

ASUS EA-N66 Dual-Band Wireless-N900 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter Reviewed

 

[N2rock]

ASUS EA-N66 Dual-Band Wireless-N900 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter Reviewed

that appears to have only 1 ethernet port. I need at least 3, preferably 4 for future addon.

 

[thiggins]

Just connect a switch for more ports.

 

[N2rock]

Just connect a switch for more ports.

I'm not that savvy. I need Plug N Play (or as little setup as possible).

 

[thiggins]

I'm not that savvy. I need Plug N Play (or as little setup as possible).

All you need to do is buy a switch and plug it in.

 

[stevech]

Most consumer switches come with a very plain instruction. It's no more difficult than a USB hub.

 

[N2rock]

but if I can buy one piece of gear, that does all, and for the same or less money... What's the point of buying 2 pieces?

I'm not being argumentative. I just want to understand the reasons why before I do something

 

[thiggins]

but if I can buy one piece of gear, that does all, and for the same or less money... What's the point of buying 2 pieces?

I'm not being argumentative. I just want to understand the reasons why before I do something

The reason I suggested the EA-N66 is its excellent performance, especially in 5 GHz.

http://www.smallnetbuilder.com/wire...-dn-3s/1110-trendnet-tew680mb/1138-asus-ean66

 

[N2rock]

OK. If I go that route, then I also need a recommendation for a switch (mind you- simplicity of setup is key here)

 

[thiggins]

You really can buy any unmanaged switch. They all are plug and play.

Examples are:
NETGEAR GS605
Linksys SE2500
D-Link DGS-105
TRENDnet TEGS5G

I would try the adapter first. If it works to your satisfaction, then buy the switch. Might as well try both the TRENDnet and the ASUS while you are at it. The TRENDnet might work fine for your relatively short distance.

 

[N2rock]

thanks Again.

Got another question. On another site it was said that when running N, if possible use the same brand for all the equipment- IE: I have a D-Link router, so I should run D-Link for the switch and adapter. The site said it's not a necessity, but the components will work better if they are all the same brand.

True? Should I stick to D-Link across the board since I already am using D-Link router?

 

[thiggins]

When 802.11n was still in draft form, it was wise to choose "matching" routers and adapters. Now that the standard is matured, it is no longer necessary or even practical.

Low port count unmanaged switches are very mature and stable and are commodity products. You can buy on price, warranty and brand preference.