Can I put a router between my Motorola box and the cellpipe?

[yds]

Wondering if its ok to put a router between my STB and the cellpipe? I'm setting up a TV in a room that is served by one cat5e cable, and want to use it for both my computer connection and the TV connection. Even if it is possible, will I still be able to get HD channels with no trouble (ie: will router slow down traffic too much to be able to get stutter-free HD)?

I suppose I could try it with one of my other TV's, but thought I'd ask first in case someone else has already tried this (that, and because I'm lazy!! )

[arabinow]

I believe this is possible.. you wold have to have cellpipe connected to the router in the wan port and then a network cable from the router to the stb... just make sure the router you have has Multicast Filter turned off in the firmware.

[asirota]

You do know that you can connect to the back of your STBs ethernet port and get an IP address from the cellpipe via the STB. No need for a router there -- I bet you can even put a switch there and multiplex the 1 ethernet port on the back of the STB.

[yds]

You do know that you can connect to the back of your STBs ethernet port and get an IP address from the cellpipe via the STB. No need for a router there -- I bet you can even put a switch there and multiplex the 1 ethernet port on the back of the STB.

I thought of that after I asked the question. I actually have the computer in my kitchen hooked into the back of the STB. That may be an easier option. Thanks.

[asirota]

Awesome -- this setup is really quite versatile even though some of the 'features' are not really features but just the way the technology works. Which it works well. I am sure if Bell found out about this daisy chaining they'd probably charge us more for this feature so don't make a big deal out of it ok?