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How to convert normal BSNL broadband modem to Wi Fi?

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Rockstar11
Rockstar11 Original post #1
Nov 23, 2012 at 3:48 PM
I have BSNL broadband connection and BSNL ADSL Modem UT-300R2U. It has got two ports ethernet port and USB and Ethernet port. I want to know that is there any facility or a dongle available which can be connected to USB port direct on modem and I can convert the signal to Wi-Fi as then I will have the facility of using my Iphone from anywhere in the home.

Laptop : Ethernet port
Iphone : Wi Fi

can i use both at the same time??

i dont want to buy Wifi modem and WIFi Router

and my laptop dont have built in wifi.
pratyush997
Nov 23, 2012 at 3:58 PM
How about getting a WiFi router ! or else use Connectify to make you lappy as hotspot
Rockstar11
Nov 23, 2012 at 9:22 PM
How about getting a WiFi router ! or else use Connectify to make you lappy as hotspot

no I dont want to buy WIFi Router also.

and my laptop dont have built in wifi.

can a Wireless Usb adapter used as a router?

i have netgear wireless usb adapter.
Rockstar11
Nov 24, 2012 at 1:39 AM
I also have the same question. Can I convert the normal BSNL landline modem in to Wi-Fi modem so that i can use the internet on my laptop without wires. I also have the same type of modem with USB and eathermet port.

koi to rasta hoga....
Rockstar11
Nov 24, 2012 at 4:47 PM
Today I talked to one of my friend who is in networking field. He said, it is not possible because how will you set the address and how to install the drivers and other things.

But still then I think it is possible. Anyone here please help.

hmmm.. i am serching if any cheap and small dongle typ device which can connect to direct modem and make WIFI modem... ???? :confused:
Rockstar11
Nov 26, 2012 at 3:53 PM
any update?
tanmaymohan
Nov 28, 2012 at 10:42 AM
yup u can plug in the wireless usb adapter and use connectify to share the internet


if u buy modem my review : I use TP-LINK WR702N to share my connection on my android phone

Sorry for bad english
RCuber
RCuber #8
Nov 28, 2012 at 12:04 PM
Buy a WIFI router with USB/3GModem Support and forget the complications. thats the best solution
Rockstar11
Nov 28, 2012 at 12:56 PM
yup u can plug in the wireless usb adapter and use connectify to share the internet


if u buy modem my review : I use TP-LINK WR702N to share my connection on my android phone

Sorry for bad english

hmm thx
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #10
Nov 28, 2012 at 3:36 PM
Buy a WIFI router with USB/3GModem Support and forget the complications. thats the best solution
Price and model please?
RCuber
RCuber #11
Nov 28, 2012 at 5:40 PM
^^ have a look at the Networking session..
H
Nov 29, 2012 at 6:28 AM
just simply purchase a Cheap VFM Wireless Router - such as TP LInk 740N (online --- 1050/-) and u just need to connect cables --- and it will start working out of the box --- and if u come across any HASSLE - community is here to sort it out.

Believe me --- GO for Wireless Router rather than Wireless Adapter - for the purpose of Sharing INTERNET
krishnendu
Nov 29, 2012 at 1:48 PM
You can not use Wireless and Ethernet simultaneously, its not allowed on BSNL home planes. Which modem you are using, I could have told you details if I knew the modem company name.
Open firefox or other browser, go to 192.168.1.1 it will ask a ID and Password. Give the ID & pass.

id: admin and pass: admin
and then you will see the modem config page. Don't mess with it unless you know everything, just find the wireless option and check on it. thats it.:wink:
Rockstar11
Nov 29, 2012 at 3:07 PM
You can not use Wireless and Ethernet simultaneously, its not allowed on BSNL home planes. Which modem you are using, I could have told you details if I knew the modem company name.
Open firefox or other browser, go to 192.168.1.1 it will ask a ID and Password. Give the ID & pass.

Please don't spread this method and the id pass elsewhere. please.
id: admin and pass: admin
and then you will see the modem config page. Don't mess with it unless you know everything, just find the wireless option and check on it. thats it.:wink:

BSNL ADSL DATAONE Modem UT-300R2U
krishnendu
Nov 29, 2012 at 3:13 PM
Type2 I guess, do as I've said. Find the wireless option by going to 192.168.1.1 and CHECK ON it. :wink:
A
Nov 29, 2012 at 6:17 PM
After seeing the images in google search, I dont think it is wireless.
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #17
Nov 29, 2012 at 8:08 PM
@Forum Friends,how about this wi-fi adapter;to be used as hotspot within my House?Can it be used as a hotspot device for BSNL connection?
I am under BSNL Dataone Broadband 900ULD Plan(wired-ethernet connection obviously).
Modem :---> D-Link DSL-2520U ADSL2+ modem/router

yup u can plug in the wireless usb adapter and use connectify to share the internet

How to apply connectify,any configuration/settings or do I need to apply any other tools? Please mention the procedures.
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #18
Dec 3, 2012 at 7:56 AM
Friends,already purchased the Wi-Fi adapter.
My D-Link DSL-2520U ADSL2+ modem/router has an USB port(also a USB compatible port chord/wire provided).Can I connect the Wi-Fi adapter in this modem,and make it a hotspot access point within my house premises?
Please reply and help me friends.
W
Dec 3, 2012 at 11:29 AM
not possible.any complex usb device need driver install to function & for this it needs either a full fledged OS like windows/linux or it needs a custom OS(like those 3g wifi routers which supports various 3g usb modems).that usb port is v1.1 supporting basic usb devices or pen drives only.
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #20
Dec 3, 2012 at 7:46 PM
^^But whitestar,the device may reach me tomorrow or the next day(already shipped by ebay through DTDC).The manufacturers(Leoxsys) are also packaging an auto installation CD for drivers.

According to them:--->
Complies with wireless 802.11b/g/n standards with data rate up to 150Mbps
Standard: 802.11b/g/n, 802.3, 802.3u
USB 2.0 interface
Supports 20 MHz/40 MHz frequency width
Auto-detects and changes network transmission rate
Provides two work modes: Infrastructure and Ad-Hoc
Supports software AP and building your wireless LAN.
Green Power Saving : supports smart transmit power control and auto-idle state adjustment
Security: 64/128-bit WEP, WPA/WPA2 encryption methods, 802.1x authentication standards
System requirements: Windows 7/Vista/XP/2000, Mac OS X, Linux
Adapter size: 23 x 14 x 5 cm
Net weight: 30 g

So a bit hopeful my Friend.

Simply put, D-Link DSL-2520U + Mini Wireless Wi-Fi Nano USB Adapter Dongle WiFi Dongle(LEO-NANO150N), can this be a POSSIBLE or VIABLE connection & configuration for wi-fi HOTSPOT access point?
W
Dec 3, 2012 at 8:40 PM
i think you misunderstood.driver install will take place in the device to which it is connected which in your case is D-Link.unless D-Link DSL-2520U comes with inbuilt drivers for LEO-NANO150N which is most certainly not the case it will not work.usb ports in modem/router usually support only pen drives & 3g usb modems(that too from a specified list & not just any 3g usb modem again because of fixed inbuilt drivers in modem/router) & nothing else.if only creating hotspot is your aim then you can simply connect wifi adapter to PC & use connectify free version for basic hotspot features.procedure is very straight forward & for help you can see instructions on connectify web site/help/faq.
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #22
Dec 3, 2012 at 9:36 PM
^^Sorry friend, I got you. Actually I misunderstood your explanation.Now it's clear.
Well,keeping the BSNL Broadband connection (900 ULD) through DSL-2520U(D-Link) modem completely HASSLE FREE for my Desktop-PC, what connection will the LEO-NANO150N use as hotspot?
The hotspot is mainly for my Tablet surfing from another room in my house through wi-fi connection.
Where from to download connectify software?
W
Dec 4, 2012 at 10:14 AM
you can connect LEO to desktop & install connectify lite/free from Lite vs PRO - Connectify
it should automatically detect the broadband connection & then you can share it.for some detailed instructions you can see this:
*www.thinkdigit.com/forum/mobiles-t...nnect-use-wifi-any-device-without-router.html
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #24
Dec 4, 2012 at 7:44 PM
^^Friend @whitestar_999,followed the links,downloaded the software;Connectify "lite" version.

I had also received the LEO-NANO150N USB Wi-Fi adapter today,which I had already connected to a USB port on my PC.I also installed the latest Drivers based on Windows from the "Leoxsys" website.Everything O.K.
Now,when I installed the "Connectify-lite" software tool ,it is recognising the connection as "ethernet" but is failing to share the network over wi-fi.The info. box (configuration tool box) says that this is applicable (means sharing of ethernet network connection)only on "Pro" versions.

That means all my attempts are futile?

Are there any other alternative "Free methods"?
Please help Friend.
W
Dec 4, 2012 at 10:23 PM
their comparison page only states that 3g/4g connection sharing is limited in lite version but no mention of ethernet.anyway try this:
Virtual Router - Wifi Hot Spot for Windows 7 / 2008 R2 - Home
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #26
Dec 5, 2012 at 8:13 AM
^^whitestar,I had previously installed Virtual Router(0.9 beta version)tools in Windows 7,which I am into now.

The Network name(SSID):BSNL-Connect(As per my choice)
Password: ***********(I gave a combination of alphanumeric characters)

Shared Connection: Local Area Connection(AS SHOWN IN THE DIALOG BOX)

Now when I click the button "Start Virtual Router", a message dialog box appears and says: "Virtual Router could not be started":cry:

Hence no connection.:-(
W
Dec 5, 2012 at 7:19 PM
check in services(run services.msc) WLAN autoconfig service is running.if not start it & set it to automatic.
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #28
Dec 5, 2012 at 10:09 PM
whitestar,as per your instructions,I ran and checked WLAN autoconfig.Everything is O.K. and it is already set to started and automatic.

The Local Area Connection in the network area(Control Panel -> Network and Internet ->Network Connections) shows Broadband (ethernet) as active but the Wireless Network Connection 2(WLAN)connection as disabled and passive.The drivers are shown to be installed without error(within the properties dialog).

Still running network diagnostics(As administrator) the message is: Problems Found

"There might be a problem with the driver for the Wireless Network Connection 2 adapter" Detected (yellow exclamation mark)

Surprisingly within "Device Manager" it is showing that the 802.11n USB wireless Lan card(LEO-NANO150N) ---> The device is working properly(Inside properties dialog).

There are no yellow exclamation signs within Device Manager.

Ultimately :????????????????????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!???????????????????
W
Dec 6, 2012 at 11:30 AM
time to try windows 7 inbuilt virtual wifi hotspot then.see this:
How to set up Virtual Wifi in Windows 7 - Spiceworks
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #30
Dec 6, 2012 at 10:01 PM
Thanks, my Friend whitestar for taking such great pains for helping me.A true and genuine friend of knowledge.

I followed exactly according to text-book/manual book instructions...

But this message is being shown in a pop up dialog box: An error occurred while Internet Connection Sharing was being enabled.The dependency service or group failed to start.
W
Dec 7, 2012 at 12:06 PM
it seems like some service is disabled causing this error.try running those commands on another laptop/pc & if it works compare that pc's list of services to yours(services.msc) to figure out which service is not running in your pc.i will also try these commands on my cousin's laptop(my pc does not have wifi)to test & will post list of services here if successful.
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #32
Dec 8, 2012 at 8:05 AM
^^whitestar, I am checking through the services of Windows to see which Network functions are disabled...meanwhile please provide me list of services as a cross check.

Also another query:

Suppose If I buy the TP-LINK TL-WR740N 150Mbps Wireless without Modem Router: Flipkart.com device,then how should I make connection with my D-Link DSL-2520U ADSL2+ modem/router and with the RJ45 port of my computer.I mean which one to be attached with the PC first and which will be attached thereafter with the modem.

The D-Link modem has only one RJ45 port and one RJ11 port.
W
Dec 8, 2012 at 2:15 PM
i just tested it on a laptop & it works fine.these are the services running:
list of services.msc
if you get an error "group or resource is not in the correct state to perform the requested operation" then you need to update the wifi drivers.

if you are thinking about getting a router then get this as it is much better for just ~200 more.
TP-LINK TL-WR841N 300Mbps Wireless N Router: Flipkart.com
for instructions you can see guides by just4kix which are good.
All my useful articles and guides
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #34
Dec 8, 2012 at 5:48 PM
Thank you very much whitestar for the services.msc list provided.

But I have already ordered to Flipkart for the TP-Link TL-WR740N 150Mbps Wireless only Router(No Modem).
W
Dec 8, 2012 at 7:49 PM
try contacting their CC & tell them you want to upgrade your order by buying higher priced model.shouldn't be a problem for them to accept.i am saying this because 300mbps router has better range & is more future ready all for just ~200 more.btw do check with list i posted to figure out which service was the problem as it may help in future with similar issues.
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #36
Dec 9, 2012 at 7:23 AM
^^A good advise & suggestion my Friend.
But,when I have the D-Link DSL 2520U ADSL2+ Modem/Router not even a year old,and performing excellent...then I don't want to dump it.
Moreover,it might be a bit complex,but still want to configure D-Link DSL-2520U + TP-Link TL-WR740N 150Mbps modem/router + wireless only router,to make a HOTSPOT within my House premises.
My House is a one-storeyed House,with a max. area of 980sq.ft approx.(floor area)
The room(s) from where I shall access Hotspot from the router(wireless) upon my PC should be within 25~40ft. range...
W
Dec 9, 2012 at 10:28 AM
i think there is some confusion.you don't have to dump your D-Link if you get 300mbps router because it is not modem just an upgraded version of 150mbps router you already ordered.with a wifi router there is no need to to anything extra & your NANO wifi adapter will simply work as a receiver to receive wifi signals from the wifi router to connect to net.
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #38
Dec 9, 2012 at 11:34 AM
oooh! sorry whitestar for the confusion.
But the one I ordered TP-Link TL-WR740N 150Mbps wireless router is costing me Rs.1,039/-

While the one which you suggested TP-Link TL-WR841N 300Mbps wireless router cots Rs.1,753/- at Flipkart.

Friend a difference of Rs.714/- and not ~Rs.200/- as you mentioned.:|
W
Dec 9, 2012 at 12:12 PM
i was thinking about another model(with 3g hence the high cost).

well if difference is 714 then it's upto you.a 300mbps router will come in handy in a multiple floor house/building though.
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #40
Dec 9, 2012 at 6:21 PM
My House is a one-storeyed House,with a max. area of 980sq.ft approx.(floor area)
The room(s) from where I shall access Hotspot from the router(wireless) upon my PC should be within 25~40ft. range...

Friend whitestar already mentioned...
W
Dec 9, 2012 at 8:10 PM
i know that's why i used "will".i thought maybe you may want to live in a multi floor building/house in future. :)
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #42
Dec 9, 2012 at 11:28 PM
^^Thank You very much,whitestar ,my friend.
I shall definitely inform in this prticular thread,about the status and latest nature of activity when i receive the TP-Link TL-WR740N 150Mbps wireless router.
Meantime requesting Mods./Admins. to keep this thread open.
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #43
Dec 13, 2012 at 7:10 AM
@whitestar, I received the TP-Link-Link TL-WR740N 150Mbps wireless router yesterday from Flipkart.

Flipkart truly is awesome and rocking in SERVICE + PACKAGING.Thumbs Up to Flipkart!

PROBLEM:--->

I connected the ethernet cables and set up the configuration(The mini-CD that came with the box)exactly according to diagram and manual as provided by TP-Link.
All the LED lights were glowing/blinking as according to the manual for both the devices(including D-Link DSL-2520U).I gave my ISP's username and password as accordingly...then provided SSID name and WPA2-PSK strong alphanumeric character password.
The router was configured with success eventually.

But I am unable to connect to the internet???!!!:shock:

Even my AUXUS AX01 Tablet is recognising the wi-fi connection from other room,showing the wi-fi connection icon with a minute lock besides it. The wi-fi network status in the Tablet is shown as "connected".

The message after running network diagnostics in "Windows" shows: DNS server not responding.

Another thing,since I am using BSNL DataOne Broadband Home Combo 900ULD(UNLIMITED PLAN); in the website of BSNL it particularly shows that I have to use a "ADSL basic modem" for this Plan only.
Does that mean that for this particular Plan,I can't setup any wireless device???
Or this particular Plan won't create or support for any sort of wi-fi HOTSPOT?

whitestar and other expert Forum Friends,please Help me in this regard.
W
Dec 13, 2012 at 2:21 PM
read these useful guides(courtesy of just4kix):
All my useful articles and guides
configuring modem with router is a bit tricky.i just helped someone here 2 days ago with this issue:
*www.thinkdigit.com/forum/networking/167149-issue-asus-rtn13u-firmware.html
make sure that router ip & ip range of its dhcp sever is outside the range of modem(in above link it was set incorrectly & changing router ip to 192.168.2.1 & dhcp range from 192.168.2.2-192.168.2.x solved the issue).
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #45
Dec 14, 2012 at 7:41 AM
^^whitestar,I could surf and access the net in my PC at PRESENTLY in "Dynamic IP" mode and not in "PPPoE" mode which was the default.
All these configurations are done through the configuration module of TP-Link WR740N 150Mbps wireless router.
All the lights are on and blinking in the wireless router,but can't make wi-fi operational.
The Leoxsys LEO-NANO150N USB wireless adapter is attached to a USB port is in "Disconnected" mode and shows "ICS enable failed" whenever I try to activate the module.The device is shown to work correctly in Device Manager section of Windows.
Shall I remove the LEO-NANO150N USB wireless adapter from my computer?
What do you suggest Friend?
W
Dec 14, 2012 at 9:41 AM
what is dynamic ip mode?you mean bridged modem config in which you enter username/pass in computer to connect.i think you should start from beginning starting with modem as it will be useful in the long run.read those guides by just4kix(setup of ut300 modem,basic modem settings are similar in all modems) & configure your modem in pppoe mode & confirm its working by connecting just modem to pc/laptop.next just connect router & configure it according to again just4kix guide(setup of ut300 with linksys wrt54) including wifi settings.if any problem then ask here but those guides are very detailed & should have no problem.
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #47
Dec 15, 2012 at 6:49 PM
^^ULTIMATELY CONNECTING AUXUS AX01 Tablet through wi-fi mode(Security enabled)!!!!.:mrgreen::wink:

Thank you very much Friend @whitestar_999 for the excellent support you provided in these days...

But trust me Friend,this is what I am going to show you:--->

__________________________________________________________________________________
Status(TP-Link 740N 150Mbps wireless Router)

Firmware Version: 3.2.11Build 120320 Rel.51047n
Hardware Version: WR740N v4 00000000

__________________________________________________________________________________
LAN

Mac Adress: *-*-*-*-*-*
IP Address: 192.168.0.1
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0

__________________________________________________________________________________
Wireless

Wireless Radio: Enable
Name(SSID): TP-Link****
Channel: Auto(Current channel 6)
Mode: 11bgn mixed
Channel Width: Automatic
Mac Address: *-*-*-*-*-*
WDS Status: Disable

___________________________________________________________________________________
WAN

Mac Address: *-*-*-*-*-*
IP Address: 192.168.1.* Dynamic IP
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway: 192.168.1.1 [Release]
DNS Server : 192.168.1.1 , 0.0.0.0

__________________________________________________________________________________
Traffic Statistics

Received Sent

Bytes: 57036045 5578548
Packets: 48964 36222 As at the time of writing,because the values are changing continuously...

__________________________________________________________________________________

Since the above being a READ-ONLY File I can't directly copy+paste it here.

I am writing this whole comment from Zorin Linux,so when configuration under Windows 7 is O.K. no problem here also(Linux Distro.) as it implies...

What to do with the Leoxsys LEO-NANO150N USB wireless adapter?

The Leoxsys LEO-NANO150N USB wireless adapter is automatically configured in Fedora 17(64-bit),through the configuration of TP-Link WR740N wireless router.Yet it was a problem to configure in Windows7!!!
Initially I had downloaded the drivers from Leoxsys website,which provides drivers separately for Windows,Mac and Linux users ,though maintained in a single package folder,with the drivers present in subfolders for different OS.

At last a bit of relaxation...for setting up a wi-fi Hotspot in my Home,courtesy BSNL Dataone Broadband 900ULD Plan.
W
Dec 15, 2012 at 9:41 PM
so everything is working fine i guess.:)
kg11sgbg
kg11sgbg #49
Dec 16, 2012 at 2:55 PM
Yes...:high5::yeahright:
E
Dec 21, 2012 at 12:38 PM
Step 1: Click on Start Button, Select Control Panel, Choose Network Connection to check your current settings for Internet.

Step 2: Now double click on the Local Area Connection and Click on Properties Tab in the dialogue box.

Step 3: In properties, choose general tab and scroll down to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) menu and select it, click on properties button below and you will see a new dialogue box with title Internet Protocol Properties.

Step 4: Make sure that general tab is displayed in the new dialogue box; Click on the Use the Following IP Address radio button. Enter following IP Addresses in the given forms:

IP Address: 192.168.1.3 (Please avoid 192.168.1.1 or .2 or any number after .35)

Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 (Is filled automatically indeed)

Default Gateway: 192.168.1.1 (This is default IP Address for BSNL)

This step was mentioned so that you can access your Modem/Router by entering 192.168.1.1 in your browsers address bar.

However you can also use the following DNS Server address in order to increase your BSNL Broadband’s speed.

Preferred DNS Server Address: 218.248.220.46

Secondary DNS Server Address: 218.248.220.69

Step 5: Copy and Paste or Click on 192.168.1.1 to access your modem or routers basic configuration.

Step 6: Use following username and password so that you can enter inside the Graphic Interface of ADSL Modem. Username: admin Password: admin

Step 7: Click on the Advanced Setup after the User Interface loads fully; click on the Edit button over PPPoE Service.

Step 8: Do not change the ATM PVC Configuration, click on the next button to proceed.

Step 9: Change the connection type so that you can choose PPP over Ethernet and click on the next button.

Step 10: Enter your Broadband Username and Password; enter the service name as you wish (Dataone or BSNL will be good). Hint: Broadband username usually contains your BSNL phone number while password is password only.

Step 11: Now you don’t have to change anything in the modem/router configuration, please press next or save whatever button is there.

How to Secure your WiFi connection with Password:

Step 12: Goto Wireless tab on the left side and click on it.

Step 13: Choose Security option and set network authentication to Open; Enable WEP encryption and current network key to 1 (can be anything); Fill network key 1 as a strong password for your WiFi Lan.

Step 14: Save your setting and reboot the modem/router so that all the settings can become effective.

Done Done Done…. You are done with your Modem.
P
pulsar #51
Dec 21, 2014 at 7:35 PM
Hello guys,

I recently purchased the Leosys leo nano WiFi adapter for my PC.
Buy Leoxsys LEO-NANO150N USB Adapter Online at Best Prices In India | Flipkart.com

I'm using Windows 8 pro.Installed the driver software..and everything went fine.
The phone recognized the WiFi and even got connected.But the internet sharing is not happening.I tried using Virtual Router and connectify and yet and error pops up in virtual router that "the group or resource is not in the correct state to perform the requested operation".

I tried every stuff on youtube and other forums regarding this error and nothing works.I'm using a DSL BSNL modem.
In cmd ran as admin and tried the codes of "netsh wlan start hosted network" after assigning necessary ssid and key ,still not working.

Can anyone suggest methods I can try??
W
Dec 23, 2014 at 8:55 PM
be more clear.your phone recognized which wifi & got connected.
vedula.k95
Dec 30, 2014 at 9:56 AM
koi to rasta hoga....

i think it's quite impossible,because first of all any modem needs a driver to work and boss,how can you install a driver in a modem?