Connecting XBOX to Wireless Network


  1. Posts : 76
    Win 7 64 bit
       #1

    Connecting XBOX to Wireless Network


    I have recently purchased an Xbox which has a Wifi connection built into it. I can access internet and download via Xbox live. The strngth of the connection to the router seems pretty good

    I have also tried to set up Media Centre and have one through the relevant instructions and can successfully connect to my PC to view photos, video etc, however the connection is very poor according to the XBOX and sometimes drops off.

    My Set up is a PC with a Thomson V585 v7 wireless router connected via ethernet with one additional PC connecting wirelessly and an XBOX

    I dont quite understand how the broadband can have a strong connection whilst the network is weak?

    Are there any settings checks I can perform to improve this

    Thwnka

    Kwack
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  2. Posts : 214
    Windows 7 Ultimate Professional x64
       #2

    Is your computer hardwired to the router or wireless? Are they both in the same room, or close to the router? Sometimes, distance playes a huge role, and so does how many barriers the signal has to travel through.

    Let us know,
    Ben
      My Computer


  3. Posts : 76
    Win 7 64 bit
    Thread Starter
       #3

    The computer is hardwired to teh PC and teh Xbox is downstairs

    The downloading of content from Xbox is good but it i just when you try to use media center and stream content from PC to Xbox tht the connection i poor.

    I have read that a 802.11n router might be a better option or adding in a additional antennae?

    Kwack
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  4. Posts : 6
    Windows 7 Ultimate X64
       #4

    I suggest changing the channels of the router. Routers will have 11 channels to choose from.
    Sometimes, it is the environment itself. Upgrading to an 802.11n router might help you with this issue. When selecting an 802.11n router, i suggest getting the one with 3 antennas.
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  5. Posts : 214
    Windows 7 Ultimate Professional x64
       #5

    kwack said:
    The computer is hardwired to teh PC and teh Xbox is downstairs

    The downloading of content from Xbox is good but it i just when you try to use media center and stream content from PC to Xbox tht the connection i poor.

    I have read that a 802.11n router might be a better option or adding in a additional antennae?

    Kwack
    Kwack,
    Check out this article. Same issue as yours and they solved it. Go to the first post and read up from there. You may have to do some things before others so it always helps to read the whole thread before you start anything.

    Post back with your results,
    Ben

    Trouble finding PC on XBOX 360 for streaming
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  6. Posts : 76
    Win 7 64 bit
    Thread Starter
       #6

    Sorted

    I eventually purchased a new router and this has resolved itself. I can stream video files seamlessly from teh PC via Media centre on teh Xbox now.
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  7. Posts : 214
    Windows 7 Ultimate Professional x64
       #7

    kwack said:
    Sorted

    I eventually purchased a new router and this has resolved itself. I can stream video files seamlessly from teh PC via Media centre on teh Xbox now.
    Good to hear.

    Have a good one,
    Ben
      My Computer


  8. Posts : 6
    Windows 7 Ultimate X64
       #8

    kwack said:
    Sorted

    I eventually purchased a new router and this has resolved itself. I can stream video files seamlessly from teh PC via Media centre on teh Xbox now.
    It is great to hear this. Happy Gaming!
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