Ics... what's your setup? - Router or hub?? which is better?

ClusterF@#$ · 07-29-2002, 06:58 PM

I use a hub setup... one gateway/server machine with 2 nics... one to my cable modem, and one to a hub, which is then connected to all my other machines in my apt.

I haven't tried a setup using a router yet.... anyone have any experience using both? Which is better? The only thing I don't like about the setup I have now is that if the gateway computer crashes then the rest are kicked off the net. I also don't like having to leave the main computer on all the friggin't time so my housemates can use the internet when I'm not around.

THoughts... opinions...techie advice? Talk to me.

Galt · 07-29-2002, 07:01 PM

Get a Cisco GSR.

They've got these sweet fucking OC192 line cards coming out. Fast as shit. Not at fast as Avici or anything, but fuckall, at least they can support the mother effers!!

YEAH. TECHNOLOGY RULES!!! Woo-hooo!!!!!!!!!

AdolescentMasturbator · 07-29-2002, 07:08 PM

Get a router. It's hassle-free, keep it in a corner and leave it on continually.

HedCold · 07-29-2002, 07:08 PM

get linux or something

Galt · 07-29-2002, 07:11 PM

If you get a router, make sure it can run Banyan Vines as well as IP and IPX. Plus SNA traffic is a must.

You'd be a fool not to support SNA. What are you retarded?

AdolescentMasturbator · 07-29-2002, 07:13 PM

I think Galt is paid by Cisco to advertise on this board. I do have to admit they're pretty nice routers. I get to screw around with them at school and they're the best.

Galt · 07-29-2002, 07:21 PM

Quote:Galt is paid by Cisco

Kid Afrika · 07-29-2002, 10:22 PM

Router/Switch is the way to go. I think they all handle DHCP which is required by most cable companies. The first router I bought did not have this capability and thusly would not work with Cablevision. My new Linksys kicks ass. I almost forget the thing is there, that's just how little problems I have with the damn thing. It's a router with a 4-port switch, and setup was pretty much hook it up, turn it on, and go surfing. Buy.com has it for $59.82 (after rebate).

Edited By Kid Afrika on July 29 2002 at 6:23

Hummercash · 07-30-2002, 02:03 AM

if security is somewhat of an issue, u can get a Zywall 10 for around $250. It also has a DHCP server and a bunch of other features... the firewall alone has Packet Filter, Stateful Packet Inspection, Denial of Service, Access Control, Attack Alert and logs.
i just got one of these to replace the SonicWALL that my alcoholic indian giving uncle took back. :burnfucker: :fuckoff: :burnfucker:

plus with this, i feel safe enough to not have to run any gay software firewall like zonealarm Smile

.//chris

Edited By Hummercash on July 29 2002 at 10:05

ClusterF@#$ · 07-30-2002, 11:43 AM

security? Bah.... what's someone gonna do? steal my porn? AHAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHAHA.

(oh wait there's that kiddie stuff on there..... Awww FUX0R!!!11)

Seriously... thanks. I think I'm gonna buy one this weekend and give it a shot. Question... how does it work in terms of assigning IP addresses for machines that are hooked up to it? Does the router assume the dynamic IP address given by my ISP, and then assign IP addy's to my machines? What the dealio, yo?

Another question... by using a router, are my machines visible to eachother/networked for file transfer/printer sharing?

Edited By ClusterF@#$ on July 30 2002 at 08:53

Kid Afrika · 07-30-2002, 12:01 PM

Yes, the router retrieves its IP from your ISP, and in turn, assigns IP addressess to machines on your network. Yes, your machines will be able to "talk" to each other over your LAN. Most routers have some sort of firewall built-in, as well.

ClusterF@#$ · 07-30-2002, 12:57 PM

how can i be da man da man da man when you da man.. shake it up.

Thanks.

Jack · 07-30-2002, 04:29 PM

The only downside to running on a router is that if you try to host an online game or are running web/ftp sites on your computer, you will need to figure out how the port forwarding on your router works.

AdolescentMasturbator · 07-30-2002, 05:11 PM

Or you can get with dmz but unfortunately mine doesn't have a dmz option.

Kid Afrika · 07-30-2002, 05:34 PM

The unit I suggested above has both DMZ and port forwarding. The port forwarding is a bit confusing, but pretty well documented in the user's manual. :thumbs-up:

HedCold · 07-30-2002, 05:48 PM

i have that one too. its really easy to use

Arpikarhu · 07-30-2002, 05:51 PM

whats a router for? Undecided

AdolescentMasturbator · 07-30-2002, 06:04 PM

I may have problems setting up the game server with the router I have because you need a range of ports and I can only open a certain amount of ports and the linksys is enticing.

Kid Afrika · 07-30-2002, 06:29 PM

Click HERE to check out the manual for the router above.

Edited By Kid Afrika on July 30 2002 at 6:30

crx girl · 07-30-2002, 08:14 PM

yup, that's the one i have, it works pretty well but then my cat broke the ethernet port on my laptop, so i have a network of one computer and dial up on the other one. but, when i eventually get around to having it fixed it'll be all cool again, i hope...