From: JD on
JD wrote:
> Jamie wrote:
>> JD wrote:
>>
>>> Just as I was about to buy from NewEgg a 4-port D-Link external
>>> router for my computer
>>> I found that I already had a Gigabyte Desktop Adapter with info:
>>> 2.4GHz, 802.11b/g, 54Mbps. Basically it is an antenna attached to a
>>> PCI card, so I guess the computer must be running if I want to listen
>>> to my Internet radio ???
>>>
>>> Last night I temporarily moved the DSL modem to the radio and it
>>> worked very nicely.
>>>
>>> Had another thought. If I buy the D-Link router - it is a box
>>> external to the computer -
>>> will it function if the computer is off and I want to use the radio?
>>> The following is about the router:
>>>
>>> "Perfect for home or small office use, the D-Link EBR-2310 offers
>>> superior connectivity and excellent security at a price that's just
>>> right. With four 10/100Mbps Ethernet connectors, the EBR-2310 can
>>> connect up to four PCs or other network devices. Advanced switching
>>> technology effectively and efficiently manages your network traffic
>>> so that your data keeps flowing, no matter how much of it there is. "
>>>
>>> So I guess the router will work ok when the computer is down.
>>>
>>> TIA
>> Yes, A wireless router works with out the computer.
>> you will need to use the computer to set it up how ever. things
>> like the WAB security log on for wireless connections etc.. Unless you
>> want to leave it opened! :) Many would love you for that!,. Free
>> internet!
>
> I bought a D-Link 4 port wired router and am very pleased with it.
> Now I am struggling with the Aluratek Internet radio, especially
> the Jukebox. Has anyone conquered this Radio/Jukebox pair?
>
> TIA

CONCLUSION:

The D-Link router works like a charm.

The Aluratek was a piece of trash and I returned it.
Now all I need is a great Internet Radio - <sigh>