HD DVR and Wireless

[dmaffeo]

Are there any recommendations for connecting my new HD DVR to my Wireless network for on Demand and other features?

Thanks!

 

[Bob Nielsen]

You will need a wireless ethernet bridge or wireless gaming adapter (USB wireless adapters will not work). You will need to set it up for your network with a computer before connecting it to the DVR. Other possibilities are an ethernet cable connection or a powerline network adapter (Directv sells these at $50 for a pair; one connects to your router and the other to your DVR).

 

[Phoenix1]

Powerline is a better and cheaper option.

 

[goober22]

I don't think I would say powerline is better, but it is cheaper. I have a wireless bridge connected to one of my HD/DVRs and it connects to my wireless router. My other units connect directly thru ethernet cables to the router (best option).

The bridge is better than a gaming adapter (in my opinion) in that it can connect to a switch/router at the remote point and then to the wireless router. This way I can add even more device (such as a laptop, xbox, etc.)

 

[charper1]

I don't think I would say powerline is better, but it is cheaper. I have a wireless bridge connected to one of my HD/DVRs and it connects to my wireless router. My other units connect directly thru ethernet cables to the router (best option).

The bridge is better than a gaming adapter (in my opinion) in that it can connect to a switch/router at the remote point and then to the wireless router. This way I can add even more device (such as a laptop, xbox, etc.)

Agreed! I actually prefer the extra cost of router/switche and fishing CAT6 to needed walls.

 

[dmaffeo]

Thanks All!

 

[MOGIL]

whats up yall im a tech out of pa and i bought the wireless net adapters from dtv and all it does is tweaks ( ?:"><) my internet .. i tried the wireless bridge that the 360 is on and nothing.. when i disconnect the adapter and reset every thing all is fine .. i even updated my wi router to a "N" but still the same

 

[endswell]

Agreed! I actually prefer the extra cost of router/switche and fishing CAT6 to needed walls.

Is Cat 5e adequate for this?

Thanks!

 

[NutFlush920]

Is Cat 5e adequate for this?

Thanks!

Cat 5e cable is perfect. That's what I have run to every room of my home. Cat 6 is overpriced right now in my opinion and not worth the extra money.