Xbox live...soon, very soon

[Devanshu]

The time warner guys are coming on tuesday to install road runner. I wanted to know what I need to go live on my xbox(router, etc.).

Thanks

[yoda313]

Hello,

1 - broadband

2 - wired router and patch cable to xbox or

2a - wireless game adapter to wireless transmitter (B or G).

3 - Xbox live account. 3 month packs availble $30 or so. $50 1 year subscription no headset. $70 headset, 1 year account, 1 game (forgot which, not a biggie).

4 - PLENTY OF FREE TIME!

I'm gonna get it when I get my wireless xbox adapter after Christmas

Kevin

[handyguy]

xbconnect.com is free & explains it all....

[yoda313]

Hello,

Here's some info:

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?id=1059574087300&skuId=5872264&type=product&cmp=++


Microsoft Xbox Live Starter Kit Version 3.0

Model: CBA



Make new friends, become a gaming legend or just have fun playing online. This starter kit comes with one year of access to Xbox Live, the Xbox Communicator and a full version of Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge, a high flying adventure.

Xbox Live Starter Kit Version 3.0 offers an online experience that puts you in the middle of a fictional 1930s America in a game that feels like a classic Hollywood movie. In Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge you become crack pilot Nathan Zachary as he searches for those responsible for the murder of his best friend. The Xbox headset and microphone allow you to talk, challenge, strategize and taunt while you play, all in real-time. The voicemasking feature gives your words added power by making you sound like a linebacker, robot and more. Enter a unique world of advanced options and interactive possibility.



That's the $70 kit.

Kevin

[Devanshu]

I know the xbox live part...I just wanted to know what else I needed because my room is not that close to my computer. I get live practically for free because BBV "rewards" it's best sellers. For every 5 movie passes you sell, you get a $5 gift card and I almost have enough to get a one year subscription. Thanks guys.

[yoda313]

Hello,

Well either get a REALLY LONG LAN patch cable.

Or get a wireless 802.11 b or g adapter for the xbox to match a wireless transmitter with your broadband pc

Kevin

[yoda313]

Hello,

We should put a list of XBOX LIVE usernames of OT regulars here.

I'm getting XBOX LIVE after Christmas so I'll be good to go then

Kevin

[Devanshu]

I think pyrate already has that thread...

[yoda313]

I think pyrate already has that thread...

Hello,

ok.

Kevin

[pyrate83]

Ok, I looked but I couldn't find it. I don't think I got that many hits back then but with yours and Devanshu's help I think we could get a list together. I'll start a separate thread for this one.

[yoda313]

Ok, I looked but I couldn't find it. I don't think I got that many hits back then but with yours and Devanshu's help I think we could get a list together. I'll start a separate thread for this one.

Hello,

Thanks

Like I said I'll get my wireless adapter and live account after Christmas so by the 27th or so I should have an account established. When I do I'll add it to the new list.

That way not only can we "skype" each other but we'll be able to "frag" each other!

Kevin

[Devanshu]

Here's what happened...there is no cable jack in the computer room so I had to get the cable modem installed in my room. Now, when I went to go buy the wireless router so I can hook it up to my computer, the radioshack people said that I still need a adapter for xbox. That made no sense to me because why cant I just plug the jack out of the router and plug it into my box. Am I right?

[ViRaL1]

Here's what happened...there is no cable jack in the computer room so I had to get the cable modem installed in my room. Now, when I went to go buy the wireless router so I can hook it up to my computer, the radioshack people said that I still need a adapter for xbox. That made no sense to me because why cant I just plug the jack out of the router and plug it into my box. Am I right?

As long as you have a free wired port on the router you should be fine.

[yoda313]

Here's what happened...there is no cable jack in the computer room so I had to get the cable modem installed in my room. Now, when I went to go buy the wireless router so I can hook it up to my computer, the radioshack people said that I still need a adapter for xbox. That made no sense to me because why cant I just plug the jack out of the router and plug it into my box. Am I right?

As long as you have a free wired port on the router you should be fine.

Hello,

Ditto

Just hook a lan patch cable to the wired port and you'll be ok.

BUT if you want to do it wirelessly you HAVE to buy the game adapter. Linksys and Dlink make a compatible wireless G adapter in addition to Microsofts version.

Kevin

[Devanshu]

BUT...when I want to play, why cant I just plug modem wire out of the router and into the box? It's just so much cheaper that way.

I know...I'm cheap.

[yoda313]

BUT...when I want to play, why cant I just plug modem wire out of the router and into the box? It's just so much cheaper that way.

I know...I'm cheap.

Hello,

Yes but you need a patch cable that will match your wired router. Then it will work. It also has to match the IP of your router

Kevin

(I'm gonna be going through the wireless growing pains after Christmas Can't wait)

[Devanshu]

I'll just figure it out later...dont have the patience for it right now.