Laptop Only???

I have a Dell laptop (only computer I have) and a Linksys wireless router and I am pretty well computer challenged.
Can I set up the router to work with the laptop without using a cable connection from my the router to the computer???
In other words, can I go from the modem to the router with a cable and then set-up the system wireless using the laptop???
Everything I read about in the set-up info says to use cables....from the modem to the router to the "computer". Is that a must before I can use the laptop in wireless mode???
Message Edited by Hank2 on 01-07-200712:41 PM

Yo have to setup the router wired to your laptop. But once you have it configured to the way you want it you can disconnect the cable and go wireless. But anytime you need to change a setting on the router make sure you do it wired. Otherwise you can brick the router.

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