D-Link Router 1614+ (DSL Question)

[odinfire]

I was wondering if you need to have an ethernet modem in order to use this type of router for internet connection sharing. I attempted to directly connected from the wall, RJ-45 jack, into the WAN port on the router, then plug CAT 5 cables from the regular lan ports to the computers. This should work, but I am unsure whether a modem is required between the wall and the router, as opposed to directly connecting to the router. Any assistance is greatly appreciated!

Thanks!!!!

 

[bcastner]

There is no absolute answer to your question.

What is on the other side of the wall?

If a connection to a hub, switch or another router, set the device to obtain an IP address automaticly and ignore the WAN port.

If on the other side of the wall immediately connecting to your device is a modem, use the WAN port and as appropriate either set to obtain an IP address automticly or set it to use PPoE and provide connection information if the other side is direct connection to a DSL modem.