Any router work without running a laptop in the background...Netgear requires a laptop with Genie...Help??
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A laptop is not "required" for the router to work. However, in order to access the router and set up any security, change passwords, and deny "open" access to your router you need a computer (desktop or laptop). I have a desktop and have easily accessed the router when I want to check bandwidth usage and to confirm that it is "locked" and only those with the password have access to the internet. I do think that there are even apps that you can download from Netgear to access the router through your smart phone. Hope I have answered your question, as I am not 100% sure what you are asking.
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A laptop is not "required" for the router to work. However, in order to access the router and set up any security, change passwords, and deny "open" access to your router you need a computer (desktop or laptop). I have a desktop and have easily accessed the router when I want to check bandwidth usage and to confirm that it is "locked" and only those with the password have access to the internet. I do think that there are even apps that you can download from Netgear to access the router through your smart phone.Hope I have answered your question, as I am not 100% sure what you are asking. A laptop is not "required" for the router to work. However, in order to access the router and set up any security, change passwords, and deny "open" access to your router you need a computer (desktop or laptop). I have a desktop and have easily accessed the router when I want to check bandwidth usage and to confirm that it is "locked" and only those with the password have access to the internet. I do think that there are even apps that you can download from Netgear to access the router through your smart phone.Hope I have answered your question, as... » Read More A laptop is not "required" for the router to work. However, in order to access the router and set up any security, change passwords, and deny "open" access to your router you need a computer (desktop or laptop). I have a desktop and have easily accessed the router when I want to check bandwidth usage and to confirm that it is "locked" and only those with the password have access to the internet. I do think that there are even apps that you can download from Netgear to access the router through your smart phone.Hope I have answered your question, as I am not 100% sure what you are asking. « Show Less
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The router doesn't need to be connected to a computer at all. The first time I set mine up I used a laptop for efficiency, but it can be done with the browser on a smartphone as well.
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My opinion would be to try a Belkin instead. The reviews for Netgear are mixed, and I saw postings from people who had Windows XP, Vista, and 7, who all had problems with it. It worked OK on my Gateway desktop with Windows 7 for about 1 year, though I would have to restart it quite often. Then it just stopped connecting one day. And Netgear tech support didn't give me alot of confidence when after 1 hour on the phone, all the could say was that it may not be compatible (even though the box said it was, and it did work for a time) and that I should try a different model. Tried a different brand instead - Belkin had good reviews, installed easily, and almost seems to function a bit faster (though I can't tell if I am imagining that last part). Hope this helps in some way. Good luck!
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Netgear Genie is free software used to interface with Netgear routers and modems. In order to use the Netgear Genie software one must own a Netgear router or modem. If the question is referring to compatibility with Netgear Genie and this particular modem the answer is yes, but only when directly connected to it with an Ethernet cable, since it is not a WiFi modem. This in my opinion defeats the purpose of interfacing this particular modem with Netgear Genie software since you can do the same interface with any internet browser. Network Genie is mostly for ease of use with WiFi routers. Hope this helps. Netgear Genie is free software used to interface with Netgear routers and modems. In order to use the Netgear Genie software one must own a Netgear router or modem. If the question is referring to compatibility with Netgear Genie and this particular modem the answer is yes, but only when directly connected to it with an Ethernet cable, since it is not a WiFi modem. This in my opinion defeats the purpose of interfacing this particular modem with Netgear Genie software since you can do the same interface with any internet browser. Network Genie is mostly for ease of use with WiFi routers.... » Read More Netgear Genie is free software used to interface with Netgear routers and modems. In order to use the Netgear Genie software one must own a Netgear router or modem. If the question is referring to compatibility with Netgear Genie and this particular modem the answer is yes, but only when directly connected to it with an Ethernet cable, since it is not a WiFi modem. This in my opinion defeats the purpose of interfacing this particular modem with Netgear Genie software since you can do the same interface with any internet browser. Network Genie is mostly for ease of use with WiFi routers. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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you need the internet. additionally,i never could get it set up without being able to hard wire it to a router before using it wirelessly. which made it useless for my situation.(no access to router, just a wireless signal.
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Wake up netgear.If this was a Apple product I would have gotten a response by now!
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No, you don't need to keep your pc on just your router. Should work anywhere---if you can get in due to heavy access.
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It can operate without internet access, but will need a wireless network router that is operational at all times. The functionality of controlling devices on a schedule would work just fine. Likewise, devices can be operated from within the range of the wireless router. Without internet access, you would lose the ability to control the devices from outside of the home. You would also lose the ability to receive alerts from your Vera system if a device is triggered. Finally, you could not use a remote device (phone or computer) to check devices or cameras.
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Netgear Genie is free software used to interface with Netgear routers and modems. In order to use the Netgear Genie software one must own a Netgear router or modem. If the question is referring to compatibility with Netgear Genie and this particular modem the answer is yes, but only when directly connected to it with an Ethernet cable, since it is not a WiFi modem. This in my opinion defeats the purpose of interfacing this particular modem with Netgear Genie software since you can do the same interface with any internet browser. Network Genie is mostly for ease of use with WiFi routers. Hope this helps.
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No. A router won't help actually. You need a laptop with a WiDi (wireless display) chipset already built in. That's the only way.
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As others have pointed out, this device requires drivers from Netgear, so I think this is not product to solve your problem. Have you considered moving your existing router to improve signal strength or adding a second router, I added a second wireless router and my dead zones were gone.
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Well since you're a Netgear employee, why does my adaptor work flawlessly with my computer and won't even let my ps3 or xbox connect to the internet? A little off-subject but your time is appreciated.
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Yes I have! I have a 6 year old Netgear router (need to get a newer one) and a $30-40 CISCO USB wireless adapter plugged into the WD Media Player. My computer is in the back of the house connected to the router/internet. My video streams perfectly, no skipping or buffering, just continuous uninterrupted streaming. I don't know what I can say to help.. You tried the automatic detection? Must be that your network has an issue. Is the YouTube software working but not able to see files on your computer?
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The genie connects wirelessly to ipad, computer, etc wirelessly through the main receiver I believe. We have no wires from router to direct tv nor to Genie boxes, wireless.
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I used a Netgear Router but my understanding about how it works is that any brand of router should work.Bruce
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Sorry Josh, I can't help you. My Netgear N900 is broken a long time and I don't understand by computer....
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You really do need to get a remote switch and mount to the front of your table. This is not only more convienent, but safer if you have to turn the router off in a hurry. You can operate without one, but is a major PITA to turn the router on and off and is not the safest way to go.