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Network Description



Description of My Home Network



  1. My home network has an extensive variety of devices, both wired (Ethernet) and wireless.
  2. My current Internet connection is via an AT&T DSL line. I have a fixed IP address however, I don't know how long that will last. It is becoming harder and harder to keep. If that is removed I will have to use a dynamic IP service. I currently have a "no-ip" account and it seems to work well in my testing.
  3. The following table lists most of the items connected to the network
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Modem and Routers

DSL ModemNetgear Brodband ADSL2 + Modem All of the network features are turned off as they are being provided by another router.
Netgear 3700 Dual Band Router This is the main network router. It contains the DHCP server and handles all routing functions. The router has been upgraded to a new operating system, DD-WRT which provides additional features. This is also the access point for the wireless devices
Belkin 8 Port SwitchConnected to the Netgear 3700 router this provides an additional 8 Ethernet ports to the network.
Netgear WRT54G RouterA spare router that acts like a network bridge to extend the wireless network and also provide Ethernet connections to devices that may need wired connections away from the primary router. This router has also been upgraded to the DD-WRT operating system
Netgear 3400 RouterMuch the same functions as the WRT54G. Currently used as a spare and only used in temporary situations as needed.
ComputersFour computers are normally connected to the network. All use Ethernet connections except my Sony laptop.
CamerasNine cameras are currently attached to the network as described on the Cameras page. Only the Airlink 101 uses an Ethernet connection. See the Camera Information page for more information.
Brother MFC-J1415W PrinterAn inkjet all-in-one printer. Printer, scanner, and FAX. I should add that the FAX portion has never been used. I have been very pleased with this printer and would recommend Brother to anyone in the market.
NAS: Network Attached Storage*This Seagate 1TB HDD has been flawless since day one. Attached to this drive via USB is an additional NAS. This second drive is Seagate 3TB drive. Their uses are described on the Computer Information page.

*I also have a Western Digital 1TB HDD however it has been out of service for some time.I decided it was too unreliable for backup use. I would only use it for something I could afford to loose.
Future Plans
Long term I would like to replace all of the regular cameras with HD cameras. I am still looking for the right models. Near the top of my list is the Patio camera. An HD camera would give me a wider view of the area. I also like the idea of replacing the carport cameras with HD for the same reason.I think I may want to try one of the current HD cameras to see if they give me what I am looking for.



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