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| + | === Task One: Opening the Router === | ||
| + | As others have done, I will defer to Void Main, who provides nice [http://voidmain.is-a-geek.net/redhat/wrt54g_revival.html illustrated opening instructions]. | ||
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| + | <strong>DO NOTE: This is where the warranty on the router is voided!</strong> You know you're not having any <em>real</em> fun unless a warranty gets voided somewhere. | ||
Revision as of 21:03, 15 September 2006
Work in progress...
Parts List
| Quantity | Part Name | Details | Part / Model Number | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LinkSys WRT54GL Router | 802.11b/g wireless broadband router | LinkSys WRT54GL | ~$65.00 |
| 1 | Ribbon cable | 28 AWG, 10 conductor, 25' | Jameco 643508CM | $4.99 |
| 1 | IDC socket connector | 0.1”, 10 conductor | Jameco 32491CM | $0.25 |
| 1 | IDC shrouded header | 0.1”, 10 conductor | Jameco 67811CM | $0.33 |
| 1 | RS232 Transmitter/Receiver | IC 2DVR/2RCVR RS232 5V 20-DIP | DigiKey MAX233CPP-ND | $7.45 |
| 2 | Two (2) DB9 Female | 22AWG,SOLDER CUP | Jameco 15771CM | $0.59 |
Tools List
- Soldering Iron
- Dremel tool (for cutting holes in plastic case)
Steps
Task One: Opening the Router
As others have done, I will defer to Void Main, who provides nice illustrated opening instructions.
DO NOTE: This is where the warranty on the router is voided! You know you're not having any real fun unless a warranty gets voided somewhere.
