I just built a new PC and because it's for gaming I use the onboard Fast Ethernet card. However, my computer isn't able to connect to things like Windows Homegroups, LAN printers, or iTunes Homesharing. I think it is because of how I have my network set up.
My first line is a Motorola cable modem (from my ISP) with one Ethernet port. This then goes into a Netgear Fast Ethernet 5-port switch. This switch distributes Ethernet to different points in my house via Cat5 cable. I'm currently using two connections. One goes to my Linksys e2500 Wireless Router and the other goes into my new PC. My PC is the only device in the house connected via cable. All other laptops and iDevices are connected via the e2500 WiFi.
How can I get my new PC to be able to connect with my other internet devices.
*Note: The router and the PC can't be placed together because the router is in the center of the house and the PC is on one extreme.
My first line is a Motorola cable modem (from my ISP) with one Ethernet port. This then goes into a Netgear Fast Ethernet 5-port switch. This switch distributes Ethernet to different points in my house via Cat5 cable. I'm currently using two connections. One goes to my Linksys e2500 Wireless Router and the other goes into my new PC. My PC is the only device in the house connected via cable. All other laptops and iDevices are connected via the e2500 WiFi.
How can I get my new PC to be able to connect with my other internet devices.
*Note: The router and the PC can't be placed together because the router is in the center of the house and the PC is on one extreme.