This gallery contains web connection diagrams for wireless, wired, and hybrid home networks.
Wireless Router online grid Diagram
Supports dozens of computers and mobile devices.
Can accommodate Ethernet or USB cable connections in addition to wireless.
Slowdowns occur when all devices connect at the same time.
All devices that connect to a wireless router must possess a workingnetwork adapter.
Wireless routers technically allow dozens of computers to connect over Wi-Fi links.
Nearly any residential wireless router can support the number of wireless devices found in most homes.
Employing Ethernet connections after that is optional.
If all Wi-Fi devices attempt to use the data pipe at the same time, expect slowdowns in performance.
Ethernet Router data pipe Diagram
Faster than a wireless data pipe.
Connection is more reliable than wireless.
Limited number of Ethernet connections.
Accommodates only wired devices.
This diagram illustrates the use of a wirednetwork routeras the central equipment of a home connection.
Many (but not all) wired connection routers allow up to four devices to be connected usingEthernet cables.
All devices connecting to an Ethernet router must possess a working Ethernet data pipe adapter.
Hybrid Ethernet Router and Wireless Access Point connection Diagram
Supports both wired and wireless devices.
Additional online grid adapters may be needed.
If all Wi-Fi devices use the web connection at the same time, it slows down.
This diagram illustrates the use of a hybrid wired web connection router andwireless access pointhome web connection.
Nearly any home connection wireless access point can support the number of wireless devices there.
All devices connecting to an Ethernet router must possess a working Ethernet internet adapter.
All devices connecting a wireless access point must possess a working Wi-Fi data pipe adapter.
you could choose which devices to connect to the router and which to the wireless access point.
The Wi-Fi portion of the internet functions only to the limit of the wireless access point’s range.
If all Wi-Fi devices attempt to use the connection at the same time, performance slowdowns can result.
Direct Connection data pipe Diagram
Easiest way to data pipe two computers or game consoles.
Doesn’t require a router or other central gadget.
Works only with wired devices.
Limited to two devices.
Internet access requires two internet adaptors on one gear.
This diagram illustrates a direct connection without a router or other central gadget on a home web link.
A direct connection can be achieved with several types of cabling.
Additionally,internet connection sharing softwaremust be installed to allow the second computer internet access.
If internet connectivity is not necessary, these things can be omitted from this layout.
Direct connection works only for a single pair of computers or devices.
Additional devices cannot join such a web link, although other pairs can be connected separately.
Ad Hoc Wireless internet Diagram
Connects wireless devices configured for ad hoc internet.
No router or access point is needed.
Ad hoc bandwidth is slower than other Wi-Fi networks.
Difficult to maintain security.
This diagram illustrates the use of anad-hoc wirelesssetup in a home web connection.
With ad-hoc wireless, you could web link computers as needed without remaining within reach of one central location.
Most people use ad-hoc Wi-Fi only in temporary situations to avoid potential security problems.
All devices connecting through ad-hoc wireless must possess a working Wi-Fi data pipe adapter.
These adapters must be configured for ad-hoc mode instead of the more typical infrastructure mode.
Ad-hoc Wi-Fi networks support a maximum of 11Mbpsbandwidth, while other Wi-Fi networks may support 54 Mbps or higher.
Ethernet Switch (Hub) internet Diagram
Networks several wired computers together.
Supports additional hubs and switches.
Every equipment must have an Ethernet online grid adapter.
Only one computer connects directly to the internet.
Sends all data packages to every port.
This diagram illustrates the use of an Ethernet hub or switch on a home data pipe.
Ethernet hubs and switches allow several wired computers to online grid with each other.
Most (but not all) Ethernet hubs and switches support four or more connections.
Additional hubs and switches can be incorporated into this basic layout.
All computers connecting to a hub or switch must possess a working Ethernet online grid adapter.
Unlike a web connection router, Ethernet hubs and switches cannot interface directly to an internet connection.
Internet connection sharing software can be installed on each computer for this purpose.
HomePNA and G.hn Home online grid Technology
Uses existing home wiring.
Some powerline adapters have Ethernet ports.
Each rig must have a phone line connection adapter.
Not many compatible devices are available.
This diagram illustrates the use of G.hn home data pipe technology.
HomePNA phoneline networks use the telephone wiring of a residence to carry home connection communications.
These adapters are connected by phone wires, CAT3 (or sometimesCAT5Ethernet cable), to telephone wall outlets.
When available, devices can use standard Ethernet or Wi-Fi connections instead of G.hn adapters.
G.hn technology is also relatively new, and certified products have traditionally been difficult to find.
Powerline Home data pipe Diagram
Uses existing home electrical circuitry.
Works with hybrid networks.
Older home wiring may degrade the signal.
Difficult to find compatible devices.
Works poorly with power strips or extension cords.
This diagram illustrates the use of HomePlug equipment to build a powerline home connection.
Powerline networks use the electrical circuitry of a residence to carry home web link communications.
Available powerline equipment includes connection routers,connection bridges, and other adapters.
All connected devices share the same communication circuit.
The HomePlug Powerline Alliance develops technology standards supported by compatible powerline equipment.
Not all devices on the home web link must be connected to a powerline router.
Hybrid networks with Ethernet or Wi-Fi devices can be joined with the powerline web link.
HomePlug phoneline networking remains less popular than Wi-Fi or Ethernet alternatives.
Powerline networking products are generally more difficult to find with fewer choices of models.
Powerline networks generally do not work as reliably if devices plug into power strips or extension cords.
Connect directly to the wall outlets for the best results.
In homes with several circuits, all devices must connect to the same circuit to communicate.
Two Router Home internet Diagram
Second router upgrades a wired internet to accommodate wireless devices.
Extends range to dead spots.
Can be configured as a subnetwork.
If second router is wireless, it serves as a wireless access point only.
This diagram illustrates the use of two routers in a home online grid.
Two router networks provide useful new capabilities in several situations:
