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Wireless Connectivity-Wirelessly connect notebooks and wireless printers as well as networked home theater devices.Avoid long stringing cables. Freedom to place your home entertainment center anywhere and still connect to the Internet.Universal-works with any network-enabled device. No need to buy a Wi-Fi adapter that only works with one type of device.Option to power by USB port means no exposed wire hanging from the TV.
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Will this work with Dish Network VIP722K DVR?
Is it possible to use the Netgear Universal WI-Fi Adapter with the VIP722K HD DVR from Dish Network?
2 years, 8 months ago
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Haverty
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I don't see why not, I used it on my Directv HD Dvr's without a problem.
1 year, 3 months ago
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answer 2
I have dish network and we use the 2Wire router/modem that came with the service.
I tried two separate times with two separate Wi-Fi adapters to connect the internet to my DVR box. Neither time could I get this adapter set up with the modem. It would find the modem, but always fail to connect.
I recommend saving yourself the time and spend another 60 bucks on a hard-line adapter that plugs into the wall electrical outlets.
PS - I didn't know this until I got the DVR connected to the internet - you do not need a phone line ran into the box if you get an Ethernet cable with internet access plugged into it. I.E. - You don't need both.
Good luck and I hope this helps!
I tried two separate times with two separate Wi-Fi adapters to connect the internet to my DVR box. Neither time could I get this adapter set up with the modem. It would find the modem, but always fail to connect.
I recommend saving yourself the time and spend another 60 bucks on a hard-line adapter that plugs into the wall electrical outlets.
PS - I didn't know this until I got the DVR connected to the internet - you do not need a phone line ran into the box if you get an Ethernet cable with internet access plugged into it. I.E. - You don't need both.
Good luck and I hope this helps!
1 year, 11 months ago
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answer 3
This will work. Easy Set-up.
2 years ago
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answer 4
According to the product Manual on Dish's website (http://www.dishnetwork.com/downloads/product_brochures/722_brochure.pdf), the 722 DVR does have a RJ45 Lan port/jack for "Future Use." In theory, it will work with the Netgear adapter but you should contact Dish Customer Service to see if the Lan port is functional now or ever.
2 years, 3 months ago
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answer 5
yes
2 years, 5 months ago
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answer 6
Yes, I currently have one attached to my VIP722 HD DVR and it works perfectly. I used my laptop to set up the Netgear Universal WI-Fi Adapter, I then attached the Netgear Universal WI-Fi Adapter's to the ethernet port of the Dish receiver and used the USB port on the back of the receiver to power the adapter. I was able to configure the dish receiver to use it just like a broadband connection.
It has been working flawlessly for about 3 months now.
It has been working flawlessly for about 3 months now.
2 years, 5 months ago
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BigJimSlade
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Do I need one for tv and one for computer?
2 years, 8 months ago
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answer 1
This wireless adapter can be used with one device at a time. I normally have it connected to the XBox 360 but I will switch it over to the Bluy Ray when needed. The wireless adapter can be thought of as the "wire" that connects a single device to your internet router if you had a wire longer enough to replace it. Use it as you would a long network cable. In your case you would get one for the computer. I'm not sure how your TV connects to the internet. If the TV connects through the computer then you only need one for the computer. If the TV connects directly to the internet you could get one for your TV and another for the computer if both have to use the internet at the same time. I think you just need one for your computer if it is located in a remote location in your house and you have a wireless router.
1 year, 9 months ago
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answer 2
You need a wireless router, sold separately, to connect between your broadband modem and computer. However, you only need one Netgear adapter for your TV. You will only be able to access files such as music/photos from your computer and access online content such as Netflix and YouTube depending on the Internet access your TV has. My LG 42LD550 TV, for example, gives me access to computer's Photos and Music files, NetFlix, VuDu, YouTube and a few other online services. However, there is no Internet browser for surfing the internet on my TV.
2 years, 3 months ago
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answer 3
Only if the computer doesn't have a wireless adapter, or is not hardwired into a wireless router. If it is not hardwired into the router, you will still need a wireless router to create th network in the first place.
Also, make sure your tv is compatible with it, as different tvs are compatible with different models.
Also, make sure your tv is compatible with it, as different tvs are compatible with different models.
2 years, 4 months ago
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answer 4
THe product is designed to extend your home network via wireless connection and provide a wired output. If you have a wireless router,. you will only need one device.
2 years, 4 months ago
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answer 5
I have a Netgear GS605 Gigabit switch attached to the Netgear Universal WI-Fi Adapter and able to provide internet service to all 3 pcs with no problems.
2 years, 5 months ago
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Columbus, OH
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answer 6
No, you can just switch your ethernet cable to the device that you want to use at a given time
2 years, 5 months ago
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I have a Netgear wireless router. Would this adapter serve as the transceiver at the DVR for DirecTV's On Demand service for downloading movies etc?
Would save programs to the DVR hard drive so would speed be an issue?
2 years, 8 months ago
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answer 1
I use it as a wireless connector for DirecTV DVR, and it works quite nicely, very fast, and downloads a full movie in a few minutes, and I am only using a Wireless G router. Might be faster if I were using a Wireless N router.
You need a wireless connection to a high speed Internet service, of course.
You need a wireless connection to a high speed Internet service, of course.
2 years, 2 months ago
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AlexNetherton
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Asheville NC
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answer 2
If your DirecTV DVR box has an Ethernet/LAN jack, the Netgear Adapter will allow it to stream Internet content such as Netflix. However I doubt you will be able to save programs to your DVR due to licensing protection from the content providers.
2 years, 3 months ago
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answer 3
Yes. I bought it expressly for that purpose. Works great.
2 years, 5 months ago
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answer 4
it would but the speed would be limiting for HD movies if you have such a device. Suggest the powerline adapters for this.
Products from my answer
Belkin Powerline HD Gigabit Ethernet Adapter Kit
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MannyinOrlando
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answer 5
Yes, this worked great for me and was able to start downloading movies to my DVR right away
2 years, 5 months ago
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Charlotte, NC
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answer 6
my directv sat receiver does not have wifi or wireless networking built in. it has 2 Ethernet ports on the back tho. if your router is close enough to run a network cable connect it between the router and the receiver. if you know your internet connection is good and on demand is still not working try using the other Ethernet port on the back of your receiver.
2 years, 6 months ago
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Will this work with a Blue Ray Player and if so how?
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Yes it will as long as you have a decent wireless network and a LAN port on the Blue Ray player. You follow directions to get the adapter onto your network and then after it is on the network you plug the adapter into the LAN port on the Blue Ray and then do the network setup on the Blue Ray menu.
1 year, 3 months ago
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answer 2
Yes. Just connect the wireless adapter to the network port on your Blue Ray with a network cable. I have a Sony Blue Ray and it connected easy and quickly updated the software in the player.
1 year, 9 months ago
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westow3
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answer 3
It should, mine does. Need more info to help you out.
1 year, 10 months ago
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answer 4
Yes if your player has the option for a wired connection. After the adapter is properly configured for network use, connect it to the wired input on your player then set up your player according to the manufacturer's instructions.
1 year, 11 months ago
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answer 5
Yes, but you have to use a patch cable and plug directly into a computer and set up the device.
1 year, 11 months ago
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answer 6
Yes this will work with any product...
2 years ago
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Mo
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WiFi Adapter
If my blue ray player has built in WiFi do I need a separate adapter for my tv.
1 year, 4 months ago
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If the blu-ray player has built in wifi, you do not need this adapter.
3 months ago
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DC4TEGGZ
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answer 2
No you do not.
6 months ago
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DavidP71
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answer 3
That depends. Some blu-ray players have limited Internet content (Netflix, Vimeo, etc.) while others have browsers that let you go anywhere on the Internet. Similarly, some TVs have limited Internet options, others have full browsers.
Do you want to use the Internet options on your TV (assuming you have them), and are they different or have more options than what is available on the blur-ray player? If yes, then you'll need the separate adapter. The player will only let you access what IT is capable of on the Internet, not what the TV is capable of.
Do you want to use the Internet options on your TV (assuming you have them), and are they different or have more options than what is available on the blur-ray player? If yes, then you'll need the separate adapter. The player will only let you access what IT is capable of on the Internet, not what the TV is capable of.
1 year, 1 month ago
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answer 4
Yes; you still need to connect your HDTV to your home network using an external adapter. Would recommend the Netgear wireless adapter. Instructions are clear and should be up and running in 15 minutes.
1 year, 3 months ago
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answer 5
I am going to say yes for one reason. Firmware update of your TV. You could watch Internet feed via the Blu-Ray(BR) on your TV by choosing the BR input on the tv. However you are going to want to update the firmware on your tv automatically, otherwise you will forget to do it. Most flat screens need these updates. The first time you update it may take 20-30 minutes, be patient. Purchase the dongle for your tv, or the Netgear Universal Adapter (I have both). Netgear product below will plug into the LAN port on your TV and make it WIFI capable. Otherwise a USB receiver will do the job.
1 year, 4 months ago
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answer 6
Buy the one recommended for your TV
1 year, 4 months ago
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Do I have to have a ethernet cord to acsess wifi?
Can I use this for my Xbox 360 ?
1 year, 2 months ago
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answer 1
The wifi adapter comes with an ethernet cable to connect the wifi adapter to the Smart TV , Blu-Ray Player , DVR, or Gaming console that has an ethernet port.
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DC4TEGGZ
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answer 2
Check the back of the xbox unit. If it has the ethernet port you can use this. I would reccomend the Microsoft wifi adapter instead, I didnt like this netgear.
6 months ago
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answer 3
Check the back of the XBOX unit, if it has the Ethernet port, then your all set. I would use the Microsoft wifi adapter instead. I didnt like this netgear one too much.
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answer 4
you would need to connect the device to your xbox through an Ethernet cord. most best buys still carry the wireless xbox adapter for about the same money
1 year, 1 month ago
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answer 5
Think of Wi-Fi adapters like a radio; they can use and read the radio waves, but need to be plugged in by a solid power cord to work.
The Ethernet cable is the power cord in this metaphor. Your Wi-Fi router must be connected by a cable to your Internet source. This is an Ethernet cable if you're connecting to a modem, or either a coaxial cable or phone cable, if you have a modem/router combination and are using either a cable line or phone line for your Internet access.
Xbox 360s by default have Wi-Fi adapters internally, but if it's not working, then this should do the trick to hook up to an existing Wi-Fi network (I'm assuming you have one in place). This comes with an Ethernet cable, so that won't be a problem. It won't take the place of a router or a modem, though, so you will need a Wi-Fi network set up before plugging this into the 360.
The Ethernet cable is the power cord in this metaphor. Your Wi-Fi router must be connected by a cable to your Internet source. This is an Ethernet cable if you're connecting to a modem, or either a coaxial cable or phone cable, if you have a modem/router combination and are using either a cable line or phone line for your Internet access.
Xbox 360s by default have Wi-Fi adapters internally, but if it's not working, then this should do the trick to hook up to an existing Wi-Fi network (I'm assuming you have one in place). This comes with an Ethernet cable, so that won't be a problem. It won't take the place of a router or a modem, though, so you will need a Wi-Fi network set up before plugging this into the 360.
1 year, 1 month ago
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tomczar
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answer 6
Yes
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internet source coming through neighbors router
So I recently canceled my internet to save $ and my upstairs neighbor is allowing me to use their wifi signal. I have dish network and want to buy a slingbox to use. So this wireless adapter is what I would use then?
Thanks
Scott
Thanks
Scott
1 year, 1 month ago
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Funny you should ask. The sticker on the box says "works great with slingbox".
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DC4TEGGZ
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Moscow, Pa
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answer 2
As long as your Slingbox has the Ethernet port on the back then your fine.
6 months ago
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answer 3
That should be more than enough for what your trying to do. Before I would buy it i would check with your neighbor about bandwidth and network usage. some isp's limit your bandwidth or usage. make sure that he or she is cool with it and that they dont have an over loaded router.
1 year, 1 month ago
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answer 4
If it pairs to their network.
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I have a wireless modem for my dsl that is in a separate room than my desktop. What do I need as a wireless adapter for my direct tv?
1 year, 8 months ago
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answer 1
The Netgear wireless USB adapter worked very well to connect your HDTV receiver to your home network. You don' t have to have your PC/Laptop or wireless router in the same room. YOu can configure the Netgear device at your desktop and then plug it into the HDTV. Works great. Good luck!
1 year, 3 months ago
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answer 2
If you're asking if the Netgear adapter Model #WNCE2001-100NAS / SKU #1002457 will work for Directv, the answer is yes, at least for the Directv R22 DVR. I qualify this because I have had other difficulties trying to media share videos from my pc to Directv via Music, Photos and More and still have yet to figure it out. The Directv tech forums indicate solutions for HD receivers but my R22 may not work the same way, being classified as a 'hybrid'. Anyway nothing has worked in that department and I've wasted a lot of time on it. But the good news for you is that the Netgear adapter does work for networking and downloading Directv Cinema movies from the internet! I wonder if you need a wireless router though, like I have, or will your wireless modem do the same trick? The only problem I had is that I didn't think I could set it up myself so I paid Best Buy to home network and secure my stuff but I've read reviews from others who said they had no problems installing the Netgear on their own. Once it works it's really cool!
1 year, 5 months ago
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Hi will this wireless adapter work with my Sony LED EX420
I have recently bought a new Sony Led it has 1 usb port and 2 Lan port .
1) Is it compatible with the Sony LED EX420 model (as sony only recommends its own WIfi dongle?
2) Are the number of ports I mentioned above enough to run the NG WI fi adapter and Skype web Cam?
Thanks in advance
Warm Regards
Also
1) Is it compatible with the Sony LED EX420 model (as sony only recommends its own WIfi dongle?
2) Are the number of ports I mentioned above enough to run the NG WI fi adapter and Skype web Cam?
Thanks in advance
Warm Regards
Also
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answer 1
this device on its own would only be capable of supporting one device unless you can find each device's mac address and assign them static ip's through your router. i think it would be more trouble than what its worth.
1 year, 1 month ago
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answer 2
I know no reason why it wouldn't work. It provides an Ethernet connection to the TV, which is all the dongle would do. I used it on a Panasonic Viera. The manual said I should use Panasonic's adapter, but this generic one is fine.
1 year, 5 months ago
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whether NETGEAR - IEEE 802.11n 300 Mbps Wireless Bridge is compatible for tatasky HD+
NETGEAR - IEEE 802.11n 300 Mbps Wireless Bridge will work for Tatasky HD+
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answer 1
It should work with that standard, yes.
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