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High Speed Internet in Chicago

Home Networking

From family members vying for time on the computer to the jumble of cords surrounding your desk, a hard-wired Internet connection can create chaos and clutter in your home. Sign up for home networking and set your family (and your computer) free.


Wireless router with RCN High Speed Internet

$4.95/moWireless Router

Unplug And Go Wireless... It's Easier Than You Think

With a wireless router from RCN, you’ll get a Wireless Access Point, which lets you connect both screaming fast Wireless-G and Wireless-B devices to the network. There's also a built-in 4-port full-duplex 10/100 switch to connect your wired-Ethernet devices together. Connect up to four wired PCs directly. Finally, the router function ties it all together and lets your whole network share your high-speed Internet.

What is included with a wireless router installation?

  • Wiring will be embedded along the baseboards in your home
  • Setting up of the router to transmit a wireless Internet signal

What are the system requirements?

  • Internet Explorer 6, Firefox 2, or Safari 3 or Higher for Browser-based Configuration
  • CD-ROM Drive
  • LELA Software and Setup Wizard Require Windows XP, Vista, or Vista 64-Bit Edition with Latest Updates
  • Setup Wizard Also Runs under Mac OS X 10.4 or Higher
  • Wired or Wireless Network Adapter

High-Speed Internet

$9.95/moStatic IP

Your Internet Address Isn't Going Anywhere

Looking for a more advanced high-speed Internet experience? We've got your solution – a static IP address assigned to your modem. Use it to create a multi-player online gaming environment or to telecommute to work by connecting your home computer to a company network.
 

The actual range and reliability of a wireless network is effected by a number of factors. Under optimal conditions, the range of RCN's wireless home networking solution is up to 300 feet. Actual performance may vary.

Service offerings are contingent upon RCN verification that the specific address covered by the service request is an RCN serviceable location. Prices do not include taxes, franchise fees or other surcharges. Services and pricing are subject to change. All photos used within rcn.com are intellectual properties of their respective owners. Services are subject to terms and conditions of RCN’s subscriber agreements, on-line policies, and other applicable terms and conditions. Other restrictions may apply.

High-speed modem required for RCN High-Speed Internet service. If a data outlet is needed, an additional outlet fee may apply in addition to applicable installation fees. A fully configured 10 Base-T Ethernet card must be installed in subscriber’s computer prior to the installation of the cable modem. Actual speeds may vary and are not guaranteed.

The actual range and reliability of a wireless network is effected by a number of factors. Under optimal conditions, the range of RCN's wireless home networking solution is up to 300 feet. Actual performance may vary.

The availability of services, pricing and offerings displayed on this site are for residential new RCN customers only. Commercial and business pricing and service offerings differ.