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gumboil | 22:50 Thu 20th Mar 2008 | Technology
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I'm using the above wireless modem/router on a system running XP.
I need another wireless modem/router for a Vista system at another property. Does anyone know if the Belkin is compatible with Vista?
On the Comet Electricals website, this model is shown as being incompatible with both ADSL and Cable yet it works with my BT line. Similarly, Comet say it's incompatible with Vista yet a search on the web shows others are using it with Vista!
I don't really want to spend more on a known Belkin Vista compatible unit such as the B5DUK061 if the F5D9017UK will do the job.

Many thanks.
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All routers are compatible with Vista because no routers interact directly with the operating system. Some routers come with configuration utilities that won't run under Vista, but almost all routers can be configured from within you browser simply by typing their address (e.g. 192.168.2.1).
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Thanks rojash. The model I quoted is really a kit containing a F5D7633-4B modem/router and a F5D7050 USB adaptor ("wireless key") which is connected to the second PC.

Is it possible that something about the USB adaptor makes the set-up incompatible with Vista?

Thanks.
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The reason I ask is that the retailer sells the modem/router alone and the specifications curiously then show that the modem/router is compatible with Vista! It's all very odd.
A good reason to put ALL relevant info in your question :-)

Yes, it's possible that the drivers for the USB wireless dongle are not compatible with Vista.
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Apologies for misleading you rojash!

Thank you. Your answer confirms what seems to be the only logical conclusion.

Thanks again.

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