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Getting TiVo on Ethernet - adapter help
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Posted by: jrappaport

I am about to purchase a TiVo 80Hr with the USB capability. I want to get it on my home network (Unsupported, I know ;-) )

Has anyone used, or does anyone know if the following cables will work:
THese are ethernet to USB adapters for a wireless bridge that I will use.

Microsoft Broadband Networking Ethernet USB Adapter MN-110
Mfr Part #: M53-00001

Linksys EtherFast 10/100 USB 10/100 USB Network Adapter
Mfr Part #: USB100TX

Any other recommendations of parts that you used that you KNOW WORK! Looking for a 10/100.

Thank you

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Soon to be TiVo 80HR series2 owner.

Posted by: andyf

Linksys, yes! Don't worry when the LEDs don't light up, it still works.

Posted by: smagz

Does anyone know if the Linksys compact adapter (either USB 100M or USB200M) that looks like a pack of gum will work?

Thanks.

Posted by: SuperRob

That's the one I'm using, smagz. Works like a charm.

Posted by: Cletus

If anyone still looks for an adapter, here's a cheap one that's comfirmed working:

http://www.compgeeks.com/details.asp?invtid=PN796

Posted by: drake3

It did not work on my Series 2 60 hour. I bought the 3com from Ebay and it worked.

Posted by: Chmeeee

quote:
Originally posted by smagz
Does anyone know if the Linksys compact adapter (either USB 100M or USB200M) that looks like a pack of gum will work?

Thanks.

I had the 100M, and it was compatible, but it was a piece of junk. The connection between the ethernet cable and the adapter is very poorly designed (it goes in at a 45 degree angle), and I always had to move it around to get it to work. If anything touched it while it was making the call, it would drop the connection. I would suggest trying something else.

Posted by: GoodN

Same thoughts on the Linksys 100M...works great, but its hanging on by a thread. I'll just live with it until a wireless alternative is supported!