Does anyone know whether Netgear wireless routers work in TRNC??

Chrystal


Joined: 22/08/2008
Posts: 35

Message Posted:
25/10/2009 02:41

Just wondering whether my computers and wireless printer will work exactly as they do in the UK.

catalkoykid


Joined: 15/02/2009
Posts: 1190

Message Posted:
25/10/2009 05:43

yes the same

kimig1


Joined: 22/06/2008
Posts: 73

Message Posted:
25/10/2009 09:12

Don't know how your computers work in the UK!!! Certainly faster than here... but yes, I have used a Netgear router here for four years, to enable my desktop & two additional laptops to connect wirelessly.

You should not have a problem

keithcaley



Joined: 13/06/2008
Posts: 2521

Message Posted:
25/10/2009 11:39

Chrystal,

We do get more fluctuations in the mains power supply here than in UK - although it's nowhere near as bad as it used to be - so make sure that everything electronic is properly protected.

The very minimum protection would be good quality surge protectors - you can buy those 4 or 6 way (and even more) mains adaptors / extension strips that have surge protection built in.

There's a particularly 'fancy' one here: - http://is.gd/4AxHY

They won't protect against the damage that can be caused by low voltage 'brownouts' however, and a better level of protection is afforder by using a UPS (uninterruptible power supply). These generate a stable supply from internal batteries, and switch over instantly if there is any deviation in the mains supply, they also have surge protectioin built in as a matter of course.

I have one protecting all my computer gear, one in the living room protecting TV, sat box, DVD etc., and another one doing the same upstairs.

You're looking at £50 and up

Chrystal


Joined: 22/08/2008
Posts: 35

Message Posted:
26/10/2009 03:17

Thanks, catalkoykid.

Chrystal


Joined: 22/08/2008
Posts: 35

Message Posted:
26/10/2009 03:19

Thanks. Great! I will initially be connecting up a desktop, a laptop and a wireless printer. If I have any probs, I know who to call!

Chrystal


Joined: 22/08/2008
Posts: 35

Message Posted:
26/10/2009 03:24

Thanks, Keith. I will take your advice. I do have my computers and entertainment equipment protected (Belkin) but am not sure whether they are of the UPS type. Will check. Thanks again!

come_on_aylin


Joined: 14/06/2008
Posts: 908

Message Posted:
26/10/2009 06:58

With most good UPS's you run off the batteries all the time so no switching over is required. When the power to the batteries is lost (a power cut) a tone sounds giving you time to save work and close down in an orderly manner. As I understand it, these have the benefit of "cleaning" the power supply and regulating the voltage too...