networking, desperate help

[dude2]

hey,

i am totally new to networking!

obviously to backup xbox games i am going to have to sort myself out.

I want to network the xbox to the pc. What exactly do i need,
can anyone give me actual products and prices, as cheap as possible. The product names would be good, cause there are all these things like hubs and routers, i dont know where to start!

exact requirementls would be good.

thanks alot

jonny

remember as cheap as possible!

[rms2001]

First off you’re going to need a NIC (Network Interface Card) in your computer. You can get one at your local computer store.
Then you will need a crossover cable, if your going right from your XBox to your computer. This can also be found at your local computer store.

As for prices… I cant really help you there, seeing how every computer store is different.
A NIC and a crossover cable should cost to much.

[dunnyz90]

if u are using a basic connection...nic card is about 4.95 at ur local staples store(after rebates)as for a CROSSOVER CABLE(ps DO NOT BYE A NETWORK CABLE WITH STRAIGHT CONNECTION)it depens how big u want it...10 foot one is about 7.95 at circuit city and 19.99 for a 25 foot one at ur local radio shack

[AXmichigan]

yea crossovers better
i got the 25 ft at radio shack
'cause its longer and u wont be as strapped