Topic: Rev has no Eth Port a Mistake?

[MrMojoRising]

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Originally posted by: Shecky
IMO, it's stupid to include both!

Most users would prefer wireless... it's difficult for a lot of people to run an ethernet cord to their TV/living area.

So assuming you want wireless....

An wireless ethernet bridge (~$50+)
Or by an access point (~$50)

It is true that it wouldn't be easy to run an ethernet cord to where I like to play my games...but I don't think an option between wireless and wired is stupid.  Both offers the most flexibility, will it really hinder the system to have one more plug?

[Pale]

Personally I do think the Rev needs a hard wired ethernet port.  I also think that it will.  The real strategy for getting people the wireless capabilities for their DS is to make the Rev a proprietary access point for DSs.

I already have my wireless network.  The only reason I want hard wired is because I know how flaky it can be.  If you have ever tried to run an MMO over a wireless connection, you know what I mean.  Having a 5 second burp in your connection can me death for your character.

[Shecky]

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Originally posted by: MrMojoRising

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Originally posted by: Shecky
IMO, it's stupid to include both!

Most users would prefer wireless... it's difficult for a lot of people to run an ethernet cord to their TV/living area.

So assuming you want wireless....

An wireless ethernet bridge (~$50+)
Or by an access point (~$50)

It is true that it wouldn't be easy to run an ethernet cord to where I like to play my games...but I don't think an option between wireless and wired is stupid.  Both offers the most flexibility, will it really hinder the system to have one more plug?

Well stupid may have been the wrong word.  It does add cost to the system though, and any cost adds up when your making millions of systems.  I'd much rather see them come out with a USB ethernet adapter for those who must have a wired connection to the rev.

[Shecky]

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Originally posted by: PaleZer0
The real strategy for getting people the wireless capabilities for their DS is to make the Rev a proprietary access point for DSs.

I'm assuming you mean proprietary in the sense of just acting as a standard access point built by broadcom.

Anything proprietary in the network communication of things and the rev would be DOA when it comes to gaming over the Internet.

[BiLdItUp1]

Wouldn't this work? I mean, drivers would have to be written for it, but:

look at this.
If they could make 'em that cheap, Nintendo could make their own version for like $10-20. Or maybe some sort of backwards bridge, but those don't exist. Still, the fact that we have to resort to that is ridiculous. I can't imagine a built-in ethernet slot (heck, we don't even need gigabit here) costing a lot or taking up valuable mobo space, so Ian has a valid point.  

[BigJim]

I was just about to suggest the same thing, Bild. A USB-to-ethernet adapter would be an ideal compromise for those that prefer to be wired.

That said, if they're already incorporating networking technology, the cost of a physical ethernet port would be negligible. They're incorporating USB ports for no particular reason, right? Why would an ethernet port make less sense?

If they don't include an ethernet port, it's likely a design choice, not a cost one. If nothing else, having the option to use an adapter like this over the USB port would be a good alternative. It wouldn't be a hard thing for Nintendo to do.

[Pale]

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Originally posted by: Shecky

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Originally posted by: PaleZer0
The real strategy for getting people the wireless capabilities for their DS is to make the Rev a proprietary access point for DSs.

I'm assuming you mean proprietary in the sense of just acting as a standard access point built by broadcom.

Anything proprietary in the network communication of things and the rev would be DOA when it comes to gaming over the Internet.

By proprietary I mean, it isn't feasable to allow a wireless laptop to connect to the Rev for internet.  That would involve building in toooo much functionality.  If it only allowed DSs and least Nintendo could make a bunch of assumptions about the kind of device connecting through it.

[ThePerm]

alot of cable modems have both usb ports and thernet ports..my friend was suggesting thats what their trying to do..though honeslty i would rather plug my rev to my computer and have my computer connect online..but thats because i dont want to fus with wires

[Pale]

Seriously though.  I really don't think this needs to be an issue right now.  I would be completely and totally shocked if, assuming Nintendo is using the Internet internet for its online play, they didn't put an ethernet port in the console.  I implore that you all stop being upset.  What makes you think the demo unit even has wireless functionality built in if it doesn't even have a disc drive?  =P