Instructables: exploring - technology - wireless - wireless http://www.instructables.com Tue, 21 May 2013 22:28:55 PDT BLOX v1.01 Raspberry Pi Wi-Fi Media Server http://www.instructables.com/id/Raspberry-Pi-Wi-Fi-Media-Server/
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Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:41:49 PDT
Mobile wifi antenna http://www.instructables.com/id/Mobile-wifi-antenna/
Mobile wifi antenna - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/AP9L/HEXSDS2B/FOCAP9LHEXSDS2B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/AP9L/HEXSDS2B/FOCAP9LHEXSDS2B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/AP9L/HEXSDS2B/FOCAP9LHEXSDS2B.SMALL.jpg ROD917 Turn a external usb antenna into a mobile wifi antenna to get a better wifi signal. I work approximately 24 hours from my vehicle each week. I use my laptop while in my vehicle to access public wifi. My internal wifi antenna on my laptop computer does not get a good wifi signal. I purchased an exter...
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Tue, 2 Apr 2013 20:03:20 PDT
Connect any wireless microphone to iPod, iPad or IPhone http://www.instructables.com/id/Connect-any-wireless-microphone-to-iPod-iPad-or-I/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIO/XFS5/HELWX4BS/FIOXFS5HELWX4BS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIO/XFS5/HELWX4BS/FIOXFS5HELWX4BS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIO/XFS5/HELWX4BS/FIOXFS5HELWX4BS.SMALL.jpg hermanwahsletn The trick is the 2,2 kOhm in parallel with the input to iPod, iPad or IPhone
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Sun, 24 Mar 2013 09:20:55 PDT
FM-based Wireless Electric Guitar! http://www.instructables.com/id/FM-based-Wireless-Electric-Guitar/
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Wed, 6 Mar 2013 05:45:14 PST
How to Configure a Wireless Home Network with Multiple Routers http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Configure-a-Wireless-Home-Network-with-Mult/
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Mon, 18 Feb 2013 08:23:01 PST
Secure wifi lock box timer http://www.instructables.com/id/Secure-wifi-lock-box-timer/
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Wed, 13 Feb 2013 13:29:51 PST
XBee Programmable Christmas Lights http://www.instructables.com/id/XBee-Programmable-Christmas-Lights/
XBee Programmable Christmas Lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXS/QGCX/HAUNMUI6/FXSQGCXHAUNMUI6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXS/QGCX/HAUNMUI6/FXSQGCXHAUNMUI6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXS/QGCX/HAUNMUI6/FXSQGCXHAUNMUI6.SMALL.jpg mrsutherland By following these steps, you will be able to control a strand of 50 tri-color Christmas lights wirelessly using a Programmable XBee. My family has always been into Christmas lights and creating custom decorations, so when I read this blog post on how to hack GE Color Effects Christmas lights, I kn...
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Tue, 25 Dec 2012 07:48:33 PST
Outdoor Wrt54G Router with powerline Network adapter to supply internet to Wifi IP cameras http://www.instructables.com/id/Outdoor-Wrt54G-Access-Point-enclosure-with-powerli/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR7/RYT5/HA4MBSYU/FR7RYT5HA4MBSYU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR7/RYT5/HA4MBSYU/FR7RYT5HA4MBSYU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR7/RYT5/HA4MBSYU/FR7RYT5HA4MBSYU.SMALL.jpg edbersan I made this outdoor enclosure for my WRT4G wireless router some months back (as you can see in pictures, it is not very clean right now XD ) to connect my surveillance wireless IP cameras. I mount it on a mast at my house roof and with this nice router I can have and eye on my front porch, warehouse...
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Tue, 11 Dec 2012 21:01:51 PST
$4 dollars Outdoor enclosure for a Linksys WVC54GC wireless IP surveillance camera http://www.instructables.com/id/4-dollars-Outdoor-enclosure-for-a-Linksys-WVC54GC/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/GFR4/HAFHLBZF/FHWGFR4HAFHLBZF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/GFR4/HAFHLBZF/FHWGFR4HAFHLBZF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/GFR4/HAFHLBZF/FHWGFR4HAFHLBZF.SMALL.jpg edbersan I was looking for a wireless outdoor camera to keep an eye on my backyard, but instead of buying a new one I just decide to make an outdoor enclosure for one of my wireless Linksys WVC54GC cameras. I add an extenal antenna to increase the wifi signal range and it's working great.  I got this Nema bo...
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Mon, 10 Dec 2012 15:37:21 PST
Setting up Apple AirPort Wireless Router http://www.instructables.com/id/Setting-up-Apple-AirPort-Wireless-Router/
Setting up Apple AirPort Wireless Router - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/VFCU/H8RVBPN9/F09VFCUH8RVBPN9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/VFCU/H8RVBPN9/F09VFCUH8RVBPN9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/VFCU/H8RVBPN9/F09VFCUH8RVBPN9.SMALL.jpg MEenglish314 Everything in our world today is going wireless and WiFi is nothing new. However, there are may people who are still without it and if it is your first time creating your own personal wireless network, then these instructions will be perfect for you. Even if you have setup a network before on a wire...
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Mon, 29 Oct 2012 22:48:40 PDT
Hacking FM Transmitter http://www.instructables.com/id/Hacking-FM-Transmitter/
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Sun, 7 Oct 2012 06:50:46 PDT
interfacing u.fl connectors http://www.instructables.com/id/interfacing-ufl-connectors/
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Mon, 20 Aug 2012 14:42:20 PDT
Parabolic WiFi signal deflectors http://www.instructables.com/id/Parabolic-WiFi-signal-deflectors/
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Mon, 30 Jul 2012 15:04:21 PDT
How to find your Default IP Gateway (Windows XP) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-find-your-Default-IP-Gateway-Windows-XP/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9D/3GOF/H3W4J8V7/F9D3GOFH3W4J8V7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9D/3GOF/H3W4J8V7/F9D3GOFH3W4J8V7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9D/3GOF/H3W4J8V7/F9D3GOFH3W4J8V7.SMALL.jpg Athebest This is an instructable on how to find you Default IP gateway for Windows XP (yes, I know, I need a new computer). If you don't know what to use that for, here is link to my instructable on how to find a lost WEP password. I am entering this in the Electronics Tips & Tricks contest, so if you like i...
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Tue, 26 Jun 2012 10:59:03 PDT
Hack a gm radio under 40$ http://www.instructables.com/id/TURN-YOUR-OLD-RADIO-INTO-A-BT-SYNC-RADIO-under-40/
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Thu, 31 May 2012 18:15:31 PDT
How to Build a Slayer Exciter http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-a-Slayer-Exciter/
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Thu, 31 May 2012 15:01:42 PDT
Portable Wireless Spy Cam! http://www.instructables.com/id/Portable-Wireless-Spy-Cam/
Portable Wireless Spy Cam! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/1YMH/H2MYDSH6/FN71YMHH2MYDSH6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/1YMH/H2MYDSH6/FN71YMHH2MYDSH6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/1YMH/H2MYDSH6/FN71YMHH2MYDSH6.SMALL.jpg coolstuff14 Want to have a portable wireless spy camera like in the movies? Of course you do!  I have always seen in movie's the spy pulls out a briefcase and they have wireless camera and screen to see it on. Well now you can make your own! What you need:  - Case of some sort        I recommend a pelican case...
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Tue, 29 May 2012 18:23:08 PDT
Stealth Bluetooth Phone! http://www.instructables.com/id/Stealth-Bluetooth-Phone/
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Mon, 28 May 2012 19:10:31 PDT
Make Bose QuietComfort 15 (QC 15) Bluetooth Wireless http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Bose-QuietComfort-15-QC-15-Bluetooth-Wirele/
Make Bose QuietComfort 15 (QC 15) Bluetooth Wireless - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/D8VT/H1YOJ6QD/FRYD8VTH1YOJ6QD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/D8VT/H1YOJ6QD/FRYD8VTH1YOJ6QD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/D8VT/H1YOJ6QD/FRYD8VTH1YOJ6QD.SMALL.jpg Michael Bell Bose QuietComfort 15's are a great pair of headphones, but they're not wireless. I have no idea why Bose doesn't make a wireless bluetooth dongle for them, so I hacked together one in less than 15 minutes. Here's what you need: - Pair of Bose QC 15's - 3.5mm Bose QC audio plug (this needs to be the...
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Tue, 22 May 2012 17:07:29 PDT
MiFi Battery Saver http://www.instructables.com/id/MiFi-Battery-Saver/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBZ/D97G/H1JUGGM4/FBZD97GH1JUGGM4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBZ/D97G/H1JUGGM4/FBZD97GH1JUGGM4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBZ/D97G/H1JUGGM4/FBZD97GH1JUGGM4.SMALL.jpg iSAWaUFO While carrying it around in my pocket, my MiFi 2200 was always accidentally turning on and the battery running down. This is my solution, an old rigid plastic ID or credit card, taped inside a chewing gum package. The MiFi slides snugly inside the package and along with the rigid card, forms a prote...
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Fri, 27 Apr 2012 17:00:02 PDT
Wi-Tricity (Wireless Electricity) http://www.instructables.com/id/Wi-Tricity-Wireless-Electricity-1/
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Wed, 14 Mar 2012 07:58:54 PDT
3/4 G Wireless Booster http://www.instructables.com/id/34-G-Wireless-Booster/
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Mon, 13 Feb 2012 05:25:20 PST
Semi-Wireless Headphones http://www.instructables.com/id/Semi-Wireless-Headphones/
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Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:28:42 PDT
A subtle yet over-kill Wifi Antenna Hack http://www.instructables.com/id/A-subtle-yet-over-kill-Wifi-Antenna-Hack/
A subtle yet over-kill Wifi Antenna Hack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F52/I3OP/GOTSZ0LX/F52I3OPGOTSZ0LX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F52/I3OP/GOTSZ0LX/F52I3OPGOTSZ0LX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F52/I3OP/GOTSZ0LX/F52I3OPGOTSZ0LX.SMALL.jpg Taoiseach I had been looking for a way to extend the range of my desktop's Wifi reciever. Naturally, I came to Instructables, where I found this DIY Wifi Extender: http://www.instructables.com/id/WIFI-Antenna-Hack!/ Brilliant, simple idea. However, I've decided to put my own twist on it. What I've done is a...
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Sun, 12 Jun 2011 09:33:16 PDT
DLINK DWL_G650 external antenna addon http://www.instructables.com/id/DLINK-DWLG650-external-antenna-addon/
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Sat, 28 May 2011 12:29:13 PDT
Introducing the Wixel USB Wireless Module http://www.instructables.com/id/Introducing-the-Wixel-USB-Wireless-Module/
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Mon, 25 Apr 2011 20:31:08 PDT
Wireless Altoids Cycle Computer http://www.instructables.com/id/Wireless-Altoids-Cycle-Computer/
Wireless Altoids Cycle Computer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/PZTV/GMIGH5B6/FKBPZTVGMIGH5B6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/PZTV/GMIGH5B6/FKBPZTVGMIGH5B6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/PZTV/GMIGH5B6/FKBPZTVGMIGH5B6.SMALL.jpg Alexdlp This instructable will show you the how to build your own remote cycle computer for your bike! A word of warning though... this one's a monster!! Background So a few weeks ago, my usual speedometer for my bike gave up and eventually stopped working completely. I have had it for a good number of yea...
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Sun, 24 Apr 2011 20:42:43 PDT
Wireless power transfer http://www.instructables.com/id/Wireless-power-transfer/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/58DW/GKI1FVHE/FXP58DWGKI1FVHE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/58DW/GKI1FVHE/FXP58DWGKI1FVHE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/58DW/GKI1FVHE/FXP58DWGKI1FVHE.SMALL.jpg evonneyong We manage to make it. Light up a LED without any wire connecting to the power source.
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Wed, 23 Feb 2011 23:02:32 PST
D-Link Wireless Router DIR-628 Setup [Without CD] http://www.instructables.com/id/D-Link-Wireless-Router-DIR-628-Setup-Without-CD/
D-Link Wireless Router DIR-628 Setup [Without CD] - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDQ/ZBHK/GIYWWBMF/FDQZBHKGIYWWBMF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDQ/ZBHK/GIYWWBMF/FDQZBHKGIYWWBMF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDQ/ZBHK/GIYWWBMF/FDQZBHKGIYWWBMF.SMALL.jpg Mr.Asmith9 Most, if not all, wireless routers can be set up without the software they come with. Here are the step by step instructions for most D-Link Wireless routers, but more specifically the DIR-628. Preparation for Setup Assuming you just purchased the router, open the package and remove the Wirele...
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Sun, 16 Jan 2011 03:04:21 PST
Walking Clacks Tower (Portable Semaphore Tower) Mark 1 http://www.instructables.com/id/Walking-Clacks-Tower-Portable-Semaphore-Tower-Ma/
Walking Clacks Tower (Portable Semaphore Tower) Mark 1 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIM/1ZG9/GI0TM390/FIM1ZG9GI0TM390.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIM/1ZG9/GI0TM390/FIM1ZG9GI0TM390.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIM/1ZG9/GI0TM390/FIM1ZG9GI0TM390.SMALL.jpg gardners Among other things, I teach a topic on networks at Flinders University.  As much of my other work is focussed around providing communications in difficult places, I decided to make the topic as hands-on as possible, so that anyone, anywhere might be able to make use of it, and even teach it to other...
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Wed, 29 Dec 2010 21:14:34 PST
Configuring XBees for API Mode http://www.instructables.com/id/Configuring-XBees-for-API-Mode/
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Thu, 9 Dec 2010 19:33:31 PST
Wireless Guitar Audio Transmitter / Tool Kit http://www.instructables.com/id/Wireless-Guitar-Audio-Transmitter-Tool-Kit/
Wireless Guitar Audio Transmitter / Tool Kit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW1/ARQJ/GH8AAOT5/FW1ARQJGH8AAOT5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW1/ARQJ/GH8AAOT5/FW1ARQJGH8AAOT5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW1/ARQJ/GH8AAOT5/FW1ARQJGH8AAOT5.SMALL.jpg GreekGadgetGuru Works great considering it all costs around 10 dollars to make. Range  up to 15ft Materials List Materials List  - Wireless FM Transmitter  - (x2) 6.5mm Male to 3.5mm Female Audio Jack Adapters  - Double Male Audio Extension  - MP3 / FM Radio with Audio-Out Jack (Mines a Sansa)  - Electrical Ta...
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Wed, 8 Dec 2010 21:07:53 PST
Radio/wireless headphones http://www.instructables.com/id/Radiowireless-headphones/
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Thu, 4 Nov 2010 22:02:08 PDT
NES Cartridge Wireless Router http://www.instructables.com/id/NES-Cartridge-Wireless-Router/
NES Cartridge Wireless Router - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F33/Z7WC/H672LV22/F33Z7WCH672LV22.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F33/Z7WC/H672LV22/F33Z7WCH672LV22.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F33/Z7WC/H672LV22/F33Z7WCH672LV22.SMALL.jpg UnconventionalHacker Check out the new gear at our shop and get yourself a Nintendo cartridge shirt! Now on YouTube! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSsPpOVJvhc The goal of this Instructable is to create your own wireless router using an NES cartridge housing.  Thanks everyone for the positive feedback! We sincerely ...
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Thu, 4 Nov 2010 09:34:28 PDT
How To Get WIFI Signal From 1/4 Mile Away [or more] for less than $60 http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Get-WIFI-Signal-From-14-Mile-Away-or-more/
How To Get WIFI Signal From 1/4 Mile Away [or more] for less than $60 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMK/KV0M/GFA43M4S/FMKKV0MGFA43M4S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMK/KV0M/GFA43M4S/FMKKV0MGFA43M4S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMK/KV0M/GFA43M4S/FMKKV0MGFA43M4S.SMALL.jpg Project Upcycle Yea I know, you don't believe me. 1/4 mile? Shenanigans. Still reading? Great. The whole thing started when I dropped my friend off for Horse lessons and didn't want to drive all the way home only to drive back to pick her up in an hour and a half. So what did I do? Drove to the closest neighborhoo...
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Tue, 19 Oct 2010 20:44:09 PDT
Adding an External Antenna to a Clear Motorola CPEi25150 http://www.instructables.com/id/Adding-an-External-Antenna-to-a-Clear-Motorola-CPE/
Adding an External Antenna to a Clear Motorola CPEi25150 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ0/YGK3/GEVZMDQZ/FQ0YGK3GEVZMDQZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ0/YGK3/GEVZMDQZ/FQ0YGK3GEVZMDQZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ0/YGK3/GEVZMDQZ/FQ0YGK3GEVZMDQZ.SMALL.jpg harrysand Clearwire does not currently offer any modems that have an external antenna port. Coupled with an outdoor directional WiMax antenna, you can greatly improve your connection quality and speed with this modification. Parts list: - Murata Probe - MXHS83QE3000 - Hot glue - Outdoor rated SMA cab...
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Thu, 7 Oct 2010 08:34:56 PDT
Solar Powered Security System http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Powered-Security-System/
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Tue, 24 Aug 2010 23:36:10 PDT
Make Your IP Stay the Same http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-IP-Stay-the-Same/
Make Your IP Stay the Same - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN0/55VS/GAFDTDIN/FN055VSGAFDTDIN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN0/55VS/GAFDTDIN/FN055VSGAFDTDIN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN0/55VS/GAFDTDIN/FN055VSGAFDTDIN.SMALL.jpg tyisbored If you every used a program that required an IP address to use it (i.e VNC, and almost all other remote services) you probally know it is very annoying having to ipconfig your computer to get the IP. This is a way to keep your IP the same! And this is my first instructable so sorry if its to long or...
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Sun, 13 Jun 2010 23:15:59 PDT
Quick and dirty USB wifi dongle waveguide http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-and-dirty-USB-wifi-dongle-waveguide/
Quick and dirty USB wifi dongle waveguide - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/9L35/GAAG2TIJ/FRP9L35GAAG2TIJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/9L35/GAAG2TIJ/FRP9L35GAAG2TIJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/9L35/GAAG2TIJ/FRP9L35GAAG2TIJ.SMALL.jpg killerjackalope This is a five minute fix to stealing neighbour net, it's not that pretty but it's simple and rather effective, plus it's fully adjustable for angles of up and down, not just side to side.  I haven't bothered with Db gains because if you're serious enough to care about them then you've got the wro...
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Thu, 10 Jun 2010 19:48:59 PDT
Unleash the Power of Your Router! http://www.instructables.com/id/Unleash-the-Power-of-Your-Router/
Unleash the Power of Your Router! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/R8V1/G8XPRJY5/FXWR8V1G8XPRJY5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/R8V1/G8XPRJY5/FXWR8V1G8XPRJY5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/R8V1/G8XPRJY5/FXWR8V1G8XPRJY5.SMALL.jpg NostalgicStone In this Instructable, we will be adding fans, a heatsink, and 9dB antenna to the LINKSYS WRT54G series router for use with DD-WRT firmware upgrade! These routers are…well…awesome. Before we begin I wanted to provide a rundown on the router to spark your interest, especially if you’ve never caught w...
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Tue, 11 May 2010 01:28:38 PDT
Low-Power Wireless Charging http://www.instructables.com/id/Low-Power-Wireless-Charging/
Low-Power Wireless Charging - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2R/UBW3/G5703OUF/F2RUBW3G5703OUF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2R/UBW3/G5703OUF/F2RUBW3G5703OUF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2R/UBW3/G5703OUF/F2RUBW3G5703OUF.SMALL.jpg gripen40k Hi and welcome to my first instructable! I'm going to show you how to make your own low-power wireless charging circuits that will let you pass electricity through the air (or any other non-metallic medium) over short distances. This is suitable for wireless battery and capacitor charging and power...
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Fri, 5 Feb 2010 09:27:49 PST
Convert Wireless Router in to Wireless Extender 2x Access Point http://www.instructables.com/id/Convert-Wireless-Router-in-to-Wireless-Extender-2x/
Convert Wireless Router in to Wireless Extender 2x Access Point - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Y/ZHHR/G43EBEJD/F4YZHHRG43EBEJD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Y/ZHHR/G43EBEJD/F4YZHHRG43EBEJD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Y/ZHHR/G43EBEJD/F4YZHHRG43EBEJD.SMALL.jpg agentp45 Normal 0 false false false EN-GB X-NONE X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:'Table No...
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Wed, 6 Jan 2010 13:50:02 PST
Hack a wireless doorbell into a wireless alarm switch or on/off switch http://www.instructables.com/id/Hack-a-wireless-doorbell-into-a-wireless-alarm-swi/
Hack a wireless doorbell into a wireless alarm switch or on/off switch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAX/IK9Q/G3TDW3VH/FAXIK9QG3TDW3VH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAX/IK9Q/G3TDW3VH/FAXIK9QG3TDW3VH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAX/IK9Q/G3TDW3VH/FAXIK9QG3TDW3VH.SMALL.jpg jman 31 I recently built an alarm system and installed it in my house. I used magnetic switches on the doors and hardwired them through the attic.The windows were another story and hard wiring them wasn't an option. I needed a wireless solution and this is what I came up with thanks to some helpful tips fro...
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Sun, 3 Jan 2010 13:21:49 PST
how to Cool your Wireless Network Router and prevent it from slowing down http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-Cool-your-Wireless-Network-and-make-it-fast/
how to Cool your Wireless Network Router and prevent it from slowing down - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQI/1ZE1/FZWXP36G/FQI1ZE1FZWXP36G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQI/1ZE1/FZWXP36G/FQI1ZE1FZWXP36G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQI/1ZE1/FZWXP36G/FQI1ZE1FZWXP36G.SMALL.jpg WRX STI This is an Instructable showing you how to cool your wireless network router and avoid slowing down.I used computer's fan to cool the wireless, attach the fan to the wireless and will use the same power source of the wireless (wireless NO fan ON, wireless OFF fan OFF)Maybe you will ask me why should...
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Thu, 24 Sep 2009 06:29:34 PDT
WINDOWS LIVE MESSENGER - ERROR:8100030d !True Fix! http://www.instructables.com/id/WINDOWS-LIVE-MESSENGER-ERROR8100030d-True-F/
WINDOWS LIVE MESSENGER - ERROR:8100030d !True Fix! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0J/CPP8/FU6LTOCP/F0JCPP8FU6LTOCP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0J/CPP8/FU6LTOCP/F0JCPP8FU6LTOCP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0J/CPP8/FU6LTOCP/F0JCPP8FU6LTOCP.SMALL.jpg rickick ERROR 8100030d OK guys so I noticed that there are lots of people who seem to be having this same problem logging into the new Windows Live Messenger, This is the method to fix ERROR : 8100030d If you do your research on the Internet, you will see that Microsoft gives you a method to fix the foll...
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Sun, 3 May 2009 09:44:35 PDT
Speed Up Your (Dad's Satellite) Internet Connection with a Dual-Band Wireless Router http://www.instructables.com/id/Speed-up-your-Satellite-Internet-connection-with-a/
Speed Up Your (Dad's Satellite) Internet Connection with a Dual-Band Wireless Router - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/O1QF/FTY4CIWE/FBYO1QFFTY4CIWE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/O1QF/FTY4CIWE/FBYO1QFFTY4CIWE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/O1QF/FTY4CIWE/FBYO1QFFTY4CIWE.SMALL.jpg gentry Hello. Please see http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Bath-Bombs/I'll probably put this info up on a personal blog shortly. Shop for a Dual-Band Wireless Router Shortcut: Buy the Netgear WNDR3300 for about $76 plus shipping from buy.com. I like Google Checkout better than giving my c...
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Sun, 26 Apr 2009 22:28:34 PDT
Easy wardriving wireless antenna booster- wifi - wlan http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-wardriving-wireless-antenna-wifi-wlan/
Easy wardriving wireless antenna booster- wifi - wlan - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/222S/FTTOTR81/FZV222SFTTOTR81.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/222S/FTTOTR81/FZV222SFTTOTR81.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/222S/FTTOTR81/FZV222SFTTOTR81.SMALL.jpg faustologa In this instructable i'll show you how to build a very easy wireless antenna for practically no money. I made it by recycling some stuff that we were otherwise just throw away. So it's kind of green too! =)The idea is to catch the wifi waves that pass near your laptop without reaching it, and make t...
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Wed, 22 Apr 2009 16:00:03 PDT
Wifi http://www.instructables.com/id/Wifi/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/16ZZ/FRXW60YZ/F9I16ZZFRXW60YZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/16ZZ/FRXW60YZ/F9I16ZZFRXW60YZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/16ZZ/FRXW60YZ/F9I16ZZFRXW60YZ.SMALL.jpg Instructables Guides The internet is pretty magical. With the click of a button we can communicate with anyone in the world (who is also using the internet). Wifi only goes and makes this experience even more ethereal. Having the same fundamental structure of the internet, wifi or "wireless" is an invisible series of tu...
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Thu, 5 Mar 2009 14:03:48 PST
New Wireless Antenna On The Cheap http://www.instructables.com/id/New-Wireless-Antenna-On-The-Cheap/
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Tue, 10 Feb 2009 21:36:08 PST
Get wireless network keys http://www.instructables.com/id/Get-wireless-network-keys/
Get wireless network keys - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB5/KO16/FMMCVQ2X/FB5KO16FMMCVQ2X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB5/KO16/FMMCVQ2X/FB5KO16FMMCVQ2X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB5/KO16/FMMCVQ2X/FB5KO16FMMCVQ2X.SMALL.jpg blindskull13 This Instructable will show you how to get keys for wireless networks. What you need What you need:1. a computer that has been previously connected to the wireless network that you want(this is because the key that you want is stored in a windows file on that computer)2. access to that computers ...
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Tue, 28 Oct 2008 11:18:59 PDT