WIFI Home connection - Question

[Getstuckinlads]

I have just bought my first ipod - 32GB touch - which I would like to use at home with Safari, You tube etc

I currently run a PC on a cable modem (was ntl now virgin) and do not have a wireless router.

I do have a Nintendo Wi-Fi USB connector that works fine for the WII and the DS my kids use.

Can I connect the ipod touch in a similar way with this Nintendo device. Is there a similar device (usb dongle type thing) that I can purchase to connect the touch wi-fi.

I could always go down the wirless router route but haven't needed to do that till now.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Andy

[kornchild2002]

Your Nintendo wi-fi adapter should work just fine. Keep in mind that you may want to purchase a wireless router in the future, that way you don't have to rely on a computer being turned on for your wireless internet to work. That and a wireless router can probably create a stronger signal than a small USB dongle.

[Getstuckinlads]

I am struggling getting the touch to connect with the Nintendo usb device. Any ideas. It does not appear on the list of available wi-fi connections on the touch. It only shows two neighbour's wireless networks that require passwords.

Thanks for any advice

[kornchild2002]

What type of wi-fi connection is it emitting (802.11a, 802.11b, or 802.11g) and how close are you to the unit? If your wi-fi adapter emits a general wi-fi signal then everything should be fine. Look in the product's manual to see what type of connections it is capable of emitting.

[mizzle]

the nintendo dongle won't work...it only works with nintendo products (i'm about 95% sure of that)

you would probably better off getting a router...they're only about fifty bucks...i looked around and there didnt seem to be an easy solution for a wifi usb dongle

[kornchild2002]

the nintendo dongle won't work...it only works with nintendo products (i'm about 95% sure of that)

you would probably better off getting a router...they're only about fifty bucks...i looked around and there didnt seem to be an easy solution for a wifi usb dongle

Then it really isn't a wi-fi adapter now is it? The makers of that product (don't know who) should not advertise it as a wi-fi adapter and should advertise it as something else (such as a online adapter for the Nintendo Wii and DS).

[kylo4]

Can the PS3 also act as a router? I have a router but I was wondering if I could cheat and hook the PS3 to the 360 instead of buying extra accessories. (I'm typing this on a Macbook using wi-fi)

Edit, nevermind, it can't.

To the OP, you can get a really good router for $60, which is what ours cost. A Belkin high speed router with 700 foot range and my door is closed, I'm two floors up, and it's working perfectly.

[Getstuckinlads]

Hi, Thanks to all for their input. I am going to go for the router option. Please can I just check with any of you experts, will a Buffalo WZR2-G300N (http://www.ebuyer.com/product/131028) provide me with what I need. I have a virgin cable modem service in the UK Thanks

[kornchild2002]

You don't need a 802.11n wireless router unless you actually have computers that support the n standard. You can probably save yourself some money and just get a standard 802.11b/g router. The router in your link will do just fine though.