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Using a Cable Modem or DSL Modem and the HomeLink PC Card
If you are currently using a HomeLink Phoneline + 10/100 Network PC Card
with a cable or DSL modem, it is recommended that you connect your cable
modem to a 10BaseT/100BaseTX hub for faster access speeds. Keep in mind
that some cable modems may not be connected to a hub and require a direct
connection to a Network PC Card. Check with your provider if you have any
questions regarding this matter.
Some cable modem providers may prevent the use of proxy software to share
the Internet. The best course of action would be to discuss the matter with your
cable service provider, then consult your Windows documentation to find out
what is required to access your high-speed Internet connection from multiple
PCs in your home.
Connecting 10Mbps Broadband and 1Mbps HomeLink
Since your 1Mbps HomeLink Phoneline + 10/100 Network PC Card runs at a
slower speed than your 10Mbps broadband connection, you will need special
hardware to connect the two together. You can do so with a device called a
Bridge.
A bridge is a device that trasmits data packets from one type of network to
another. The Linksys HomeLink Broadband Network Bridge can seamlessly
connect your 10/100 network to your 1Mbps HomeLink network.
For more information about the HomeLink Broadband Network Bridge, visit
the Linksys Web site at http://www.linksys.com.
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