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I currently have a dsl modem connected to an ethernet card. If I added another ethernet card to one of my pci slots, would I be able to connect an rj-45 cable to it and then to another comp for dsl sharing? I'm trying to do this without buying a router. Thanks for any information.

Oh ya, if this would work, would there be any lack of performance then with using a router?

I believe it can be done.. I haven't done it myself though, and it might be hard to set up (dunno really)..
I'd suggest to go for a router.. they're not that expensive., and besides, you'd also get a HW gateway...

Also, the computer with the two lan-cards and the modem connected, will probably get some lack in performance.. don't know how much though..

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J. Baker wrote:If I added another ethernet card to one of my pci slots, would I
be able to connect an rj-45 cable to it and then to another
comp for dsl sharing?
I'm trying to do this without buying a router. Thanks for any information.

Yes, works.

J. Baker wrote:Oh ya, if this would work, would there be any lack of performance

Maybe a little bit, dont know. I didnt see/feel any performance loss.

use either interconnect sharing or an external program, yes, it works, performance hit should be minimal / neglegible (hope i spelled that right)

Don't forget to tell your other workstations to use the machine, the one that is connected to the DSL, as their default gateway. It also makes sense to note the DNS server entries the DSL machine is getting from the network, as they would be needed by your workstations as well...

I'm sharing my DSL line on three computers.
The DSL modems RJ45 plug is connected into port 1 to a 4 hub switch and all the computers are connected sequentionally.

Works perfect as the DSL modem has a built in router