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How to Connect a Qwest M1000 to the Xbox With the USB Port for an Internet Connection

The Qwest M1000 is a DSL modem and router manufactured by Actiontec Electronics for use with Qwest high-speed Internet service. The M1000 comes equipped with a snap-in expansion module for wireless networking. To hook up the M1000 to an Xbox via a wire connection you must use an Ethernet cable. However, if you are using an earlier model Xbox console that is not equipped with built-in Wi-Fi, you have to use the Xbox 360 wireless networking adapter to connect the Xbox to the M1000.

Things You'll Need

Xbox 360 wireless networking adapter

Instructions

Configure the M100's Wireless Setup Settings
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  Launch the Web browser on the computer connected to the M1000 router via a wired connection. Type "192.168.0.1" in the browser's address bar. Press "Enter" to open the router's interface.
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  Click "Wireless Setup." There are two types of interfaces for the M1000 router. On one of the interfaces there is a radio button labeled "Wireless." If you see this on your interface click it.
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  Create a name for your wireless network. Enter the name in the "SSID" or "ESSID" box.
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  Click the radio button next to "Create a 64-bit WEP Key." Create a 10 character security password for your wireless network. Use any combination of numbers 0 through 9, and letters A through F. Enter the password in the "Create a 64-bit WEP Key" box. Click "Apply."
Connect Xbox to the Internet Using a Wireless Internet Connection
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  Turn on the TV and Xbox console. Unplug the Ethernet cable from the back of the Xbox console.
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  Push the plastic tabs on the wireless networking adapter into the slots on the rear left side of the Xbox console. This holds the adapter in place.
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  Plug the adapter's USB cable into the USB port on the Xbox console. Raise the adapter's antennas. The light on the adapter should now be green.
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  Go to "My Xbox" on the Xbox console. Select "System Settings" followed by "Network Settings." The console will scan for available wireless networks. Select the name of the wireless network you established. If your wireless network is not listed, select "Advanced Options" and then select "Specify Unlisted Network."
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  Enter the name of your wireless and network network's security key. Select "Yes" if you are presented with a prompt to update the console's software. You should now be connected to Xbox Live online.

Xbox 360