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How to configure a Static IP address for the ISY-99i Home Automation Controller – Part 1

This article is a step-by-step tutorial showing how to configure a static IP address and port forwarding for secure Internet access to the ISY-99i Home Automation Controller. Problem with UPnP and Internet Access The Linksys WRT-54G WiFi router supports Universal Plug-n-Play (UPnP), a feature that automatically detects and configures Internet access for the ISY-99i. However, [...]

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How to Watch Netflix Instantly on your HDTV – Part 2

In Part 1 of this guide, the broadband network and HDMI cable connection between the computer and HDTV were described. Now it’s time to configure Windows Vista for streaming internet video to the HDTV. TV Audio/Video Input Source Select Look for the “AV Source” input select button on your TV remote control. My TV is [...]

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How to Watch Netflix Instantly on your HDTV – Part 1

I subscribe to Netflix online movie rental service and mostly watch DVDs on the plasma HDTV. There are times when I’d like to take advantage of Netflix’s “watch instantly” streaming internet video service to view a movie now without waiting for a DVD to arrive in the mail. It’s simple to watch a Netflix movie [...]

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How to Install an Ethernet Jack for a Home Network – Part 1

The home network is extended to the basement game room by running Cat 5e cable and installing a new Ethernet jack. A “wired” network connection was needed at this location due to a weak WiFi (wireless) LAN signal. This was a “high priority” according to my teenage son for better Xbox Live performance. The most [...]

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