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yea unfortunately thats the WAY the world turns. i figured it had to be an environmental PROBLEM. i would PROBABLY still try an AMPLIFIER. either that or drop those lying &&*&**((# and get a new ISP (if you can)! Quote from: zonatedace on August 27, 2009, 01:35:42 PM

yea unfortunately that's the way the world turns. i figured it had to be an environmental problem. i would probably still try an amplifier. either that or drop those lying &&*&**((# and get a new ISP (if you can)!

I'm having a problem port forwarding any PORTS..

I'm trying to forward port 8888 for a certain application and it isn't working, my router is a Linksys, WRT54G

I don't have a firewall other than the default windows firewall which I disabled after having problems, STILL no change.


After trying different ports etc. I just went on ONE of those port forwarding tests online and it said it was closed.

If you NEED any more detail please let me know, this is kind of driving me crazy 

Thanks for any help.When I first used BIT Torrent I couldn't figure out how to port forward either, but then I found this website...

http://portforward.com/english/routers/port_forwarding/Linksys/WRT54G/default.htm

Hi,
    Recently i got a dsl internet connection but at the start my internet was perfect every website opened but now some websites are not opening e.g  yahoo(i had signed in but cant sign out), rapidshare(cant login  my account), blogger, gmail and many other websites.i can only go to some website's home page but not the other like gmail.(cant login).

my anti virus dosent detect any virus (Eset nod32 antivirus V4)More info what type of browser r U connect thru a router? and OS.mozilla firefox v 3.5.2 Os: WIN xp service PACK 2i got it by unstl some soft

We are on a network of five computers. I can map from one computer to another and it works fine.

I am unable to ping by IP address from anyone one computer to another though.

This is causing a problem because our network BACKUP software uses IP addresses to backup the computers. It was working before, but now it is unable to find any computer on the network.

I am able to successfully ping the printers on the network though.

Any idea what is going on here??

Thanks. Make sure all the computers are connected to the network and make sure their IP hasn't changed.Checj your submask setting, it should look something like 255.255.255.x Also ip adress scheme, something like 192.168.1.x It sounds like a router configuration. check the router settings. Let us know.IP addresses and subnet masks are correct.1.  Firewall.  If the computers have software firewalls, check their settings.  If I remember correctly "ping" is part of the Internet Command Message Protocol (ICMP).  Ensure each firewall allows both the "incoming" ping and the "outgoing" response.

I not sure it's listed as "ping".  Might be listed as ICMP "echo request" and "echo response" messages.  See the following Wikipedia article:  PING.

2.  Operating System.  What operating systems and SERVICE pack levels are you working with?If u can map Meaning connect by PC name your NETBIOS is working. Trying checking the WINS setting. Also do a ipconfig /all in a command prompt window. let us known what the outcome is.Ok, it seems to be something related to the Personal Firewall portion of the Trend Micro Internet Security software we are using because when I disable the Firewall portion, I am able to ping. Problem is I don't know what setting in the Firewall to change to allow it to ping with having to disable the Firewall altogether. This link should help:  How do I allow or block specific ICMP message types in Trend Micro Internet Security 2009?

They don't appear to make it easy.  The two ICMP messages you're looking for per their nomenclature are "Echo Request" (the incoming ping) and "Echo Reply" (the outgoing ping response).  Some of the ICMP message types from the above link:

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Problem:  You can set Trend Micro Internet Security to allow or block any of the following ICMP message types:

    0 Echo Reply
    3 Destination Unreachable
    4 Source Quench
    5 Redirect Message
    8 Echo Request
    9 Router Advertisement
    10 Router Solicitation
    11 TIME Exceeded
    12 Parameter Problem
    13 Timestamp
    14 Timestamp Reply
    15 Information Request
    16 Information Reply
    17 Address Mask Request
    18 Address Mask Reply
    30 Traceroute
    37 Domain Name Request
    38 Domain Name Reply

My brother just got a new LAPTOP & we've been tryin to connect it to the wireless network we already have.
It says its connected but the internet still wont work & it says its an 'unidentified network'..does ANYBODY know how to solve this?
Everything is okay with the router & connection on another computer & my laptop so i know theres no PROBLEMS there

the laptop is a HP PAVILION notebookWhat Operating System is it?Dont know sorry, how do i find that out?Go to CONTROL Panel - Network Connections - Local Area Network

What do you see in terms of available networks?

This would have to be already located on my PC since I cant get to the internet, RIGHT?  Sorry Im a dumb blonde mom! 

I chose both look on the internet and on my PC for updates and...

Atheros AR5006EG Wireless Network ADAPTER - tried to update but it says best driver is already installed and up to date.
Realtek RTL8101E Family PCI-E Fast Ethernet NIC (NDIS 6.0) - tried to update but it says best driver is already installed and up to date.Sorry - I'm the dumb (well, not blonde) this time. Right, if you can't get to the internet on that system you'll have to do it on another.

http://www.downloadatoz.com/driver/item_261458.html
http://www.realtek.com.tw/DOWNLOADS/downloadsView.aspx?Langid=1&PNid=14&PFid=7&Level=5&Conn=4&DownTypeID=3&GetDown=falseBut then again it probably isn't the wireless card - you said you tried a direct ethernet connection to the modem, is that correct?Yes, i tried direct connect.  I also check the update on the internal modem and that is up to date.Well, I'm at a bit of a loss. Neither the ethernet card nor the wireless card are allowing you to connect to the network. The only other thing I can think of is some software issue - either something starting with the system that's causing the problem (not likely) or malware of some form. Can we try running a full scan with Malware Bytes or Super AntiSpyware as well as your Anti Virus utility PLEASE? I saw you are running spysweeper, but still..... It's a bit of a longshot but it's worth a try.

And of course if anyone else following this thread has any thoughts....... please JUMP in.Her antivirus software including Spyroot and Trend are out of date.  She only has the Windows Security.  How would we run the other things that you just mentioned?Ahhh. Well, now I'm starting to think that may indeed be something. Installing and updating security software is a little difficult without an internet connection, but let's do the best we can.

Download MalwareBytes and install it on her computer. It won't have the most current definitions, but there's not much we can do about that. Then do the same with Avast Antivirus (http://download.cnet.com/Avast-Home-Edition/3000-2239_4-10019223.html). You can disable her current utilities when running these scans. Afterwards, only keep one antivirus utility active (you decide which) but make sure it ALWAYS has the most current definitions (most will do so automatically).How can I download it if I cant get to the internet on her PC?On another pc. Then copy them to a usb drive or a cd - whatever you like - and then to her computer and install.Okay, doing that now.  (Thats what I thought I needed to do but wasnt sure...)lolThat's fine. Always good to ask when you aren't sure. Those scans are going to take a while so we'll see you later Got an error code 732 (0,0) from malware....augh!!!!Thanks!  have a good day!That's an error updating, which is because there's no internet connection. Can you run the scan anyway? If not, let's try Super AntiSpyware instead of MalwareBytes.Yup figured that out.  Running it now and it already found 30+ infected...

I am using ADSL2+ modem to access the internet in my HOME PC. As per manual instruction, I have configure my modem and access the NET . but some time interval my modem is get automatically out of configuration i.e. not provide internet service due to IP address is not found by my modem.
During configuration  my modem, sometime the network connection status show" limited or no connectivity...................." so that time i cannot connect modem to the service provider (ISP) too.
 so my question is:
(1) what may be probable cause to AUTOMATICALLY DISTURBED THE CONFIGURATION of my modem?
(2)Is there any  easy step to configure the modem and set network connection in desktop?
(3) How I solved the problem of "limited or no connectivity.........." in network connection status?
 please help me....
thanks
 souvikYour ISP (sometimes the Configuration reset at the Server Level) is responsible or probably your Modem have gone FAULTY!

You need to bring it to 'Factory Default' & configure again..

Here's How::

At the rear side of the Modem/Router, you'll see a Hole or a Button to reset it for Factory defaults, use a Pin or sharp object to press it persistently till all Lights of the Modem goes OFF!

Open http://192.168.1.1 in the address bar of the Browser.PUNCH in 'admin' at both 'Username' & 'Password' fields. Run the 'Smart Configuration Wizard' to ANSWER easy questions....& its done!

Revert for more inputs as per your observation.... thanks a lot........... same way i reset my modem in company setting........that a sharp thing used to hit the reset button. but it takes  not a single time..............some time it take four or more time...........and during the setting ,network connectivity status show"[b]limited or no connectivity[/b]".That time is  very difficult to connect to my  modem to ISP .....so what to do that time? how can i solved the " LIMITED OR NO CONNECTIVITY" problem?Assuming that you have correctly configured the Modem settings; Lets reach on to the TCP/IP Config. Screen!

Control Panel>>Netw Connections>>Right Click on the LAN Icon>>Properties?>>Highlight TCP/IP & press properties button

Chances are that these must be enabled to fetch IP Address & DNS Automatically!

Please choose the Manual setting against the both & punch in the relevant inputs

I'll start by quickly saying I realize there's lots of these threads online, but none have seemed to help my SITUATION so far.

I'm using an Aspire One Netbook (D250 I believe) with Win XP SP3.  I can easily connect to my wireless network at home, easily use my mobile net stick, but fail to get use of the net when I try an ethernet connection (what is available at work).

I've disabled my wireless connection when using the Ethernet.  Everything is set to automatic (IP address, etc.), I have no virus or firewall protection up at the moment, and my little icon in the bottom right is saying I have an excellent connection with 100 mbps, and I can see info being sent and received.

I've tried all the self trouble SHOOTING... what can I maybe offer you to suggest what else to investigate/fix?  Please keep in mind I'm quite illiterate with this stuff (relatively) and would need semi-step-by-step instructions.

Thanks a lot in advance.It MIGHT be in your work they have something call stickiemac or similar network security in place. Basically what this type of network security does is block a network device if the MAC address is not configure into the switch. Tried going to a friend house with internet connection (Ethernet) and try it. If it works there is nothing wrong with the Netbook. U might have to talk to your Network Admin.Today when I came home and tried it at home, I looked at the network connections.  As the ethernet found its IDs and such a third icon popped up called Internet Gateway.  There wasn't much to it, but now I clearly had a connection and it's working fine...

Why couldn't it do this before?

As to your theory about work, you could be right, but my friends there use their laptops all the time with no issue.

Is there a way to manually make that "Internet Gateway" connection thing open up?  It looks like a computer monitor with a globe behind it (just for VISUAL... since when I look at properties it doesn't say much about it all).  it's just like my computer decided, sure!  Now you can have the internet...

A few times it's asked me to label connections as safe and such (I think just wireless).  Is it maybe blocking it intentionally?To add some more... I pinged www.google.com to see if I was losing anything anywhere, and I sent and received all the packets with a 130ms average time... it seems like I'm on the verge of a connection... and then no dice. 
How do I check why my computer's blocking it?

Hey, i recently reinstalled my laptop and all the preconfigured settings were deleted. So I tried to download all the drivers for my "HP Compaq 6820s" and I forgot the internet (ethernet) one.
 So the wireless is working FINE, but now I tried plugging the cable into my computer DIRECTLY and ofc I had to download the ethernet driver. Even though it shows in the taskbar, I only get "limited or no internet access".

Im currently on another laptop with the same cable plugged in, and it WORKS FINE here =).

What 2 do!!! Try doing a ipconfig /all If it gives U a IP of 169.x.x.x (class B) then u r not connect. Try doing a ipconfig /renew to see if the ip address is new. Also uninstall the drivers and reinstall.

I have 4 computers, 3 are wireless.  I have a Netgear N wireless router plugged into main floor puter.  My following 3 computers are a laptop (Vista), and 2 desktops (XP) both dells.

Now here is my problem and it only exists with one computer.  The desktop computer is XP, SP2, soundcard Realtek, and I have a built in Dell Wireless 1505 Draft 802.11 N WLAN minicard.  Now here is the story..

The other day I plugged in my microphone which I have never used in order to talk to my friend via Yahoo IM.  They use Tracphone and live in another state so that was my option.  I plug it in and went to test it out using the sound card  If I use the 3.5 plugged into the computer and test the recorder, you can see the LINES barely move and it is not as loud as it should be when you play it back.  If you unplug it and use the webcams microphone, the lines move and clear as a bell to record.  Ok..so I went to connect to her via Yahoo and it keep telling me that my WiFI was dropping over and over and over, so therefore it ticked me off.

So I put my laptop in the same POSITION downstairs, it worked perfectly with no LOSS of Wi-Fi signal.  Went to the other *OLD* 6-year computer from Dell, and it worked just fine with no loss of WiFi signal.

Now I can surf the internet with no loss of service but I believe my friend told me that you can lose packets while surfing the net and not know it.

At first I thought it was because my computer is in the basement but my signal strength to wireless router shows excellent 100% of the time.  I even put my laptop in the basement and tested it everywhere in the basement including right beside my desktop and it picks up just fine with no loss of WiFi signal during the use of YahooIM call feature. 

Could it be a faulty wireless care in this laptop that while it APPEARS to be working fine surfing the internet, and being on yahoo just sending messages etc, however it won't let me use the call feature without giving me the dropped WiFI signal error every 10-15 seconds if not more?  Just at a loss I guess....then there is the issue of the voice recorder working fine and picking up excellent using my webcam, but reduced recording volume when I plug it directly in...

So..any ideas?

Forgot to add that the laptop uses a built in card (works fine)
the other desktop which is 6 years old uses the Netgear Wirless-N USB 2.0 adapter (works fine)
and this one that drops signal uses the Dell Wirelss 1505 Draft 802.11 N WLAN Mini-card.....I will say that from time to time about 10X's probably this one upon reboot gives me a Dell Wireless error..but it connects up on its own after I click *don't report*...Thats an issue with Yahoo messenger, not your computer. Go to the options and set your internet connection speed. It may be too high and yahoo messenger thinks there is a problem.That was one of the first things I tried.  Connections for speed are set the same on all 4 puters in the Yahoo preferences program.ok so the dropped signal error message you are getting, what program are you getting that message from. the windows wireless client utility or the yahoo messenger program?

P.S. it is common for data packets to be lost. when a data packet is lost the packet is resent from the source, the problem comes in with lost data packets when you cannot recieve the same packet when the packet is resent. an occasional lost packet will not make a difference and 99% of the time you cant tell if a data packet has been lost!try reinstalling the driver for the wireless by going in to device manager and uninstall and then re install it again I just ahd to do it on my neice's laptop and it worked Following up on brett74's reply; are there "updated" drivers available for that wireless device?My house is big but my parents bought the wrong router for the wrong house. You should use a good router which covers your home. Make sure the Router is Wireless N 300 or better, not 150. You could also use a 3G router.

Do you use a proxy to CONNECT to the Internet?
I'm LUCKY I don't have to use it at home. It's slow/no
they suck to configure Quote from: smeezekitty on August 29, 2009, 06:10:52 PM

no
they suck to configure

I can't get DSL where I live at. Cingular is telling me I can buy a wireless air card and use it on my personal computer to get internet at my home.

Is this true?? One of their employees tells me it will work the other says it won't.

I want high speed internet for the cheapest price I can get it. I can get a satellite internet but the start up on it is $600.00. The wireless card is MUCH cheaper.

Thanks!!! if its being USED in a notebook/ LAPTOP I don't see why not.
If cingular says it will work, contact the local OFFICE in your area and verify before purchasing.


"desktop"  <<< where do you intend to slide this card into a desktop ?A wireless laptop card will not fit into a desktop without a PCMCIA to PCI adapter...a pretty clunky setup...contact Cingular and see if the service will work with a wireless PCI card...I just purchased a verizon aircard with a USB connector and it works well on my PC and I have DSL speed with 1-2 bars I also tried the ATT card and it didn't work as well but that might be my location.

Hi Folks!

I have been able to successfully CONFIGURE & use 'FastCache',albeit the 'previous version' & not the LATEST ONE!

For its successful configuration within Windows XP, I have MADE 127.0.0.1 as preferred DNS ....BUT....the instructions or the 'Read me' file are devoid of what needs to be put in for 'Alternate DNS'..?

Should I leave it BLANK or punch in my ISP's Secondary DNS?

Please Guide...!

I am running 3 PC's and 1 laptop. of those belong to my girlfriend and her DAUGHTER and the laptop is mine. The problem is that My own personal PC stopped working. So after some trial and error and a new motherboard, ram and hard drive later it is back up and running but I keep losing my wireless connectivity now. The other computers are having no problems at all. My router is a WRT160N and my wireless card is a WMP110. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I'm getting really frustrated here.Have you tried updating the wireless driver?All drivers have been updated. Still having the same problem.Ok what happens if you dis-connect the other computers then just RUN the problem computer by itself?It still keeps DISCONNECTING and SAYS it can't find the network. But the other computers are running fine off the network.Can you post some specs of this PC please. OS, RAM, CPU etcWindows XP SP3, 1.93 gB of Ram, Intel Pentium 4 2.8 ghz

I inheirited my daughter's 4yr old Dell laptop. She had wireless setup at college, no problems. I have att.net set up on my desktop. I bought a Lynksys N router and followed the software instructions. All E CABLES are hooked up CORRECTLY. It gives a E cable not hooked up properly error mess.  ALSO, I TRIED hooking up the LAND E cable to the laptp and it would not let me access the net that way either.
My desk top works fine on the land E cable and router.
Do I have to enable or disable something on the LT to clear this error?Exactly what model is that router?  Have you read the documentation on it? 

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My desk top works fine on the land LAN E cable and router.

hi all,
my computer shows NETWORK connectivity and i can ping loopback and localhost but i can't ping default gateway. i have two networks and the same system can access internet from ANOTHER network?
meaning that the same system CANT access the internet from one network but it is accessing the internet from another network.

Hi there is it possible to set up a home network between a computer with vista and XP in the same house?
please help as im a moron when it COMES to technical computer stuff.

cheers for your timedont worry

found the answer out

cheers anywayThe answer is "Yes".  I hope that's what you found out!Yes you  can do that.

1. Either use a cross CABLE to connect  both the computers
2. get a usb hub to connect the computers.

regards
Rahul

Hi Folks!

I have a couple(rather More) of queries in REGARD to Internet Connectivity using ADSL technology.

Query No.>>1:: My Broadband Modem lists options such as Connectivity through PPPoE/PPPoA, Bridge Mode, Dynamic & Static. What's the deciding factor to go for ONE of these?

Query No.>>2:: I tried setting up LAN(Internet) through Bridge Mode, it always gave me an Error Code--691 despite of the fact that I used correct Username/Password. On the contrary, PPPoE/PPPoA works most of the times(though it lists PAP Authentication Failure sometimes).What could be causing a FAILURE with Bridge Mode?

Query No.>>3::Which method of Connectivity is SUPERIOR, USB or Ethernet? I have observed many ISPs of UK like TalkTalk of Carphone Warehouse only disperse Modems with USB Connectivity & not otherwise or both ways? Is USB Connectivity only offers the COST ADVANTAGE over its couterpart OR something Logical GOES into it?

Probably Last of the Queries>>My USB based LAN icon(both within "Network Connections" & "System Tray") only appears once the Modem is TURNED ON? Now WHY is that so?Is anyone there to answer these Queries?!

please avoid bumping
1: dynamic
2: do you really need bridge mode?
3:ethernet is faster
4:duhWhat do you mean by duh?

Sorry if I don't know how to word what I'm trying to explain. I got a Belkin N Wireless Router about a month ago and up until about a week ago had been using it without the protection enabled. So in other words, I could USE my wireless device just fine, and I still can, but there was a possibility that neighbors could also be using my internet connection. So I called Belkin support and they helped me configure it so that no one can access it without a password. Wireless device still working fine BUT since I did that my internet connection SEEMS to have SLOWED down noticeably.
I called Belkin support again, but they weren't any help this time.
My ISP is Windstream and I have a 12meg connection (download speed). Downloading hasn't seemed to really SUFFER MUCH, if any. It's just things like web pages loading. Is there any way to remedy this and keep my router on and protected? Thanks.i think its fairly normal
i just use mine unprotected
for the speed
besides i dont care if nahbors use my internet or tamper with the settingsit shouldn't slow it down at all... I get 28-30 mbps through my wireless router and it has WPA-2 enabled.

I have been having a problem where my internet is fully connected as it should be, an IP address is assigned by DHCP, and I am having no problem receiving packets. The problem with this however is that it will not send packets. This used to be a minor issue but now it seems like this will happen all the time and can sometime even last for days. I have tried connecting with both my PC and my laptop and also using different cable connections so I am fairly certain the problem lies with the actual modem or maybe the actual ethernet cable. Whenever i have the problem, neither the Sent or the Sync lights will be one.

Does anybody have any adive or experience with such a problem?1.  Modem.  Is this Cable or DSL connection?

Have you tried to power "reset" the modem?  Unplug it, let it set for a minute, plug it back in, wait for it to initialize.

2.  Weather.  Have you noticed any correlation between symptoms and the weather?  Is it wet or damp when the problem appears?If this is a cable connection that delivers both cable TV and hi-speed internet you need to pay attention to the in-house configuration of your cables.  My guess is the signal quality to your modem is marginal (low or bad).

Where the cable enters the house you normally would install a splitter (probably two-way splitter); one output feeds all of your cable TVs, the second output feeds only the cable modem.  You should never have more than one splitter between your cable modem and the cable entry into your home (because of signal loss).  The splitter should have the proper electrical characteristics (Radio Shack or computer store should have correct ones).

Minimize the coaxial cable length from the splitter to the cable modem.  Instead of locating the cable modem next to your home router and running a long coaxial cable back to the splitter, try locating the modem at the splitter and running a long ethernet cable to the router.  The closer the modem is to the cable entry point, the less signal loss.

You should use shielded coaxial cables of the correct length to minimize the amount of noise you pick up.  You should ENSURE the coaxial cable connectors are tight and secure.  Don't install your own connectors.  Buy cables of the appropriate length with the connectors molded on.  You should disconnect any unused cables at the splitter and place a terminator cap on the unused output port.

You may add additional splitters on the TV side of your configuration if needed but terminate any unused ports.

Until your modem powers up, initializes, and goes online you'll never be able to access the internet.You could always call your ISP provider and have them check their lines (and possibly your inside wiring).

Someone suggested it was the installer's responsibility to ensure a good connection.  The following quote is my RESPONSE to them and sums up the experience which led to the advice I gave in the previous reply.

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Installers?  What installers?  I opted for the free installation (self-install kit).  Everything worked great for about six months.  Then my internet connection started giving me fits.  Some days I couldn't get on at all.  Some days I could work for one or two hours but it would randomly quit working.  The Motorola SB5100 surfboard cable modem would not stay online.  Usually the "send" light would just blink for hours.

So...  Did I have a bad modem or was the signal quality to/from the modem too low?

Called the cable company.  They sent someone out.  He wanted to check the inside configuration first because that's where the problem usually lies.  Customer pays for inside wiring/configuration problems.  I of course wanted him to check the OUTSIDE configuration first.  They pay for delivery problems to the home.  So we had a standoff.  But he was a very nice GUY.  I asked a couple of questions and he basically told me you never split the feed to the modem more than once, pay attention to your cable LENGTHS and connections, and terminate any open connection ports.  He returned to his world and I went to work on my configuration.

I had two splitters between the modem and the cable entry to the home, a long coxaxial feed from first splitter to second splitter in feed to modem upstairs, unconnected cables, and open ports on my splitters.  Wet weather may also be an issue with their connection on my outside wall (not sure about this yet).

So basically I didn't do a good job with the self-install.  I'm still wondering however whether their infrastructure changes dropped the signal quality to my home.

It works well now.

Does anyone KNOW if it is possible to set up an SMTP Server on your home computer? I talked to a company that OFFERS smtp service and they want a LOT of money and was wondering if it is possible or even LEGAL for people to setup public smtp servers on their home computers. Any and all input is APPRECIATED. Thanks

I am usng winxp home edition.
A week ago i installed drivers for a different broadband modem using USB cable which worked fine as LONG as i used it, but it messed up anything that was connecting a network or internet. Now using rj45 connection for any other lan or wireless it connects to network fine but it DOESNT pass any information or data, so I cant access the internet or even cant share the information between computers. I know this as I can get into control panel of modem wirelessly (i.e.192.168.1.1) and make changes
Someone please help, as I think after my last usb installation it is still waiting for a connection via usb only(as this works fine )
do i need to update the drivers for LAN card and wireless card, as when i connected to lan using usb it MUST have overwritten.
A few questions:
1-How many PC on the network?
2-can u reach the router thru only one PC or can they all reach the router?

also u state: A week ago i installed drivers for a different broadband modem using USB cable which worked fine as long as i used it.
Was the modem exchanged? Quote from: ashtheman on August 17, 2009, 12:28:49 PM

A week ago i installed drivers for a different broadband modem using USB cable which worked fine as long as i used it, but it messed up anything that was connecting a network or internet.

A week ago i installed drivers for a different broadband modem using USB cable which worked fine as long as i used it, but it messed up anything that was connecting a network or internet.

So, I have this problem. I want my 360 on the net, but I'm having problems.

First off, I am connected with an ethernet cable, to my LAPTOP (Vista), which is connected to my landowner's router
(wireless).

I go to network, go to my wireless network connection, properties, enable sharing.
Then I get an ERROR, saying SOMETHING along the LINES of "an error has occurred while ICS is being enabled".

I have also read that I need to make sure a few services are running:

Application Layer Gateway Service
Network Connections
Network Location Awareness (NLA)
PLUG And Play
Remote Access Auto Connection Manager
Remote Access Connection Manager
Remote Procedure Call (RPC)
Telephony

However, the Application Layer Gateway Service (ALG.exe), won't stay on. I start the service, and then attempt to enable ICS, I recieve the same error. When I check "services" again, ALG is no longer running. Can anyone please help me?For what it's worth, some people have suggested enabling the "Windows Firewall".

see Joson Zhou, heywhat.  and GodSponge responses.You may also want to try using an ethernet cable to plug your laptop directly into the router or modem if you can, at least for testing purposes to see if it works.  The Xbox 360 sometimes has difficulty routing through a laptop.

hey, I just set up a windows xp install a few days ago and today I installed apache HTTP server onto it.. configured the router to forward and GOT everything running correctly.  after playing with it for awhile(just loading files into some shared folders) it suddenly STOPPED working.. i can access it from local host but can't from the internet..

please HELP!

Hey guys. I have a WD internal IDE HD that I put in an enclosure to be used as external. Been using it for a few months and it WORKS fine. RECENTLY I got a Belkin N router and have been using my Archos IMT to play files on it from my computer using the router,  obviously. I have no problem accessing files I have set to share on my C: drive. And when I first CONFIGURED the files on my external drive I had no problems either. Now, for some reason, I can't access the external on my Archos at all. I checked the share  settings and they seem to be correct. And I checked in WMP and the folders I allowed to be shared from it are still there too. I've done some searches online for solutions but everything I've tried hasn't helped yet. Any suggestions? Thanks.Anyone??  You should check to see if your external drive is properly connected to the network (if it's AUTOMATICALLY getting an IP is it getting the correct one or is it in a 169 loop, etc.)How do I check that? And I forgot to mention that it's connected via firewire rather than USB. Would that make a difference?I found out one of my problems: I think I need to connect the HD directly to my router. But I think I would need to upgrade my router to do that. BUT I can't figure out why I actually WAS able access those files on the external HD wirelessly the very first time I tried it. STRANGE. So I guess now my question would be is there a way to access an external HD wirlelessly WITHOUT having it connected directly to a router? connect it to a PC and share from the PC. the PC will need to be on in order to access the shared files though.That's how I've been doing it. The HD is connected to my PC and everything is on.If it's connected to your PC you can just share it like any other drive or files by right clicking it and going to properties. If your router has a port you can plug it in there and configure it through the router.It seems the problem is an issue with using WMP to sync the files on that particular HDD because I connected another (portable) HDD via USB and set the files on it to share and it worked fine. So then I tried a program called Tversity. It let me sync the files on the original HDD and they showed up on my Archos media player but some would play and some wouldn't and they were all .avi files. Guess I'm just going to have to look around for some more programs till I find one that might work.Looks like I fixed the problem. I just stopped using WMP and am using a program called TwonkyMedia and it's working great and was a breeze to set up.

Hi, I am having trouble with my PC.  I am connected through direct ethernet connection and the internet works great (mozilla and IE).  However WHENEVER I disconnect and try to go wireless it says I'm connected and that my signal strength is strong.  I receive an IP ADDRESS and a gateway everything is normal but I can not browse the internet neither browsers (mozilla or ie) I am completely confused.  Can somebody please help... 

ThanksIs your internet protected with WPA? Start there but I have many other helpful tips if need be.  and WPA might be? Have the same problem, see my post....but never heard or have been asked about WPA when installing WPA

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wi-Fi_Protected_AccessIt's not protected by WPA because I can get on it with my pc...buy this other ONE is giving me trouble, however it's not their wireless card either because it just connected on another wireless router but it will not connect to this one.  I have a router hooked up as an access point and it works great with my pc but not the other one...I'm lost...

Hi, my name is Sandra and I have a big problem. I am having to use my 11-year-old Dell which is so sl-o-o-o-w because I have a problem with my 1-1/2 year old Toshiba laptop. My Toshiba is a A215 model, 1.86 GB Ram, AMD Turion 64 x 2 Processor, 32-bit, Vista. I use an Ethernet to connect to the net.

My laptop has been working great until a few weeks ago and it would freeze. I was able to get it up and going each time until two week ago and nothing would work.

I purchased the laptop at Micro-Center and took it in for them to see what the problem was. The tech called and said he checked the battery first and found that it was not making a connection with the contacts and fixed it. It had been running HOT and he cleaned that. He said he did not have go into the innards of the computer because booted up after fixing the battery.

When I brought it home I could not get it to connect to the internet. I called the tech guy and he said all he did was to fix the battery connection. I called AT&T and their tech guy came and said their part was working okay. He also used the Ethernet to connect to the internet with his notebook and that worked. I also used my brother's modem and it connected to the old home page of AT&T but would go no further. The odd part is that my Dell will connect to the internet using the Ethernet but not the Toshiba.

As of today, I have had two AT&T technicians come out and have taken it back to Mico-Center for the second time. Nothing is getting that computer on the internet.

Sorry for the long post but needed to tell everything that was happening. Could someone PLEASE help me! QUOTE from: Nonnie on July 23, 2009, 09:37:54 PM

When I brought it home I could not get it to connect to the internet. I called the tech guy and he said all he did was to fix the battery connection.

Quantos, yes, I did every Westom suggested and nothing worked.

  Nothing I posted was supposed to fix anything.  We are not yet ready to fix anything.  First the problem must be defined.  Later, replies become as useful as the facts you first post.  Having not reported what was discovered, you again have no useful replies.

Everything looked good on the Device Manager. No exclamation mark.
Computer icons in bottom right have a red X.

I go no further than connecting page and I get a message that it can't connect.

That red X means any one of 50 items could be defective.

WesTom, on the Device Manager list, there is no listing for Network Interface.
...
There is no a place on my laptop where I plug in the cable cord with a light. On the Ethernet box down on my baseboard of my floor, there is a tiny green light.

I am receiving my wireless network from a college wireless network that I have access to.  I am trying to use two computers in my HOUSE to RUN off of this network.  Do I need to buy two wireless adapters or is there a way to buy ONE ADAPTER and route it to both computers?As long as the machine with the wireless has an RJ-45 jack then you should be able to plug the other machine in, and use the Internet Connection Sharing Wizard to share the connection.

Well I have a Netgear WGT624 I found in my basement and it's better then that one I have now. But I NEED a password and I can't get in, so is there some way to get through that?

I have all the stuff from when I bought it (the warranty dose no longer APPLY)I'm not sure there is a way around it.

Have you checked to see if the password is on the router itself?
Are there any reset buttons on it?

If not, try contacting Netgear.It's possible that the default password has never been changed.

Try these:

For the user name type: admin

For the password type: draadloosNo password might even work.I was GOING to suggest that as well...      I actually got the other password from the Netgear website.. Quote from: Frejoh466 on August 09, 2009, 12:15:05 AM

Well I have a Netgear WGT624 I found in my basement and it's better then that one I have now. But I need a password and I can't get in, so is there some way to get through that?

I have all the stuff from when I bought it (the warranty dose no longer apply)

Well I have a Netgear WGT624 I found in my basement and it's better then that one I have now. But I need a password and I can't get in, so is there some way to get through that?

I have all the stuff from when I bought it (the warranty dose no longer apply)

Hello Friends!

Please have a peek at the attached Doc. that contains recommendations from DSLReports.com(Tweak Tester RESULT) to further tune up my Internet Connection.

Please help me accomplish the recommendations as suggested by these folks!

[attachment deleted by admin]Did you read any of the information that they provide you with?

What steps are you having problems with?Hi Quantos!

The ones I have highlighted in the Screenshot!

I just know that these must be accessible through Windows Registry.Help find an exact path to these!

[attachment deleted by admin]Oh, I see, you want us to help you MAKE an adjustment that a site wants money for.

How do you know that the solutions that they are offering are valid to begin with?  Did you run an ONLINE scan, and they tell you what they think you NEED?

Unless you have an actual issue then I wouldn't go any farther with that.  If it's not broken then don't FIX it.this might help

http://www.speedguide.net/read_articles.php?id=157

Hello Sir Quantos! Thanks for replying my topic.

1. What's the purpose of Data Transfer Rate in my NIC?

2. Does Data Transfer Rate has to do with my Internet Speed or the Data Transfer Rate is for transferring files only via network?

3. Does the Data Transfer Rate increase the bandwidth of my Internet?

your Network circuitry can handle gigabit speeds (1000mbps)

but it says 100mbps in your notification area because that is the speed your router/modem is capable of.

That would depend on the NIC, not all of them support gigabit.

My NIC Realtek has a 1000Mbps data transfer rate.

Quote from: Quantos on August 07, 2009, 04:01:42 PM

Why do people keep insisting on firmware/BIOS upgrades.  UNLESS the specific problem is stated as a fix in a release you should absolutely NEVER flash a piece of hardware.

Just setup a home network. One system could not be viewed on the network. Found that my firewall (Sygate) was blocking ntoskrnl.exe. I could not allow this by normal means, but had to apply a special rule to do so. My concern is because my firewall was so admit about blocking ntoskrnl.exe access. Should I have a concern?I can see some posts about a bug in Sygate, doing just that, but those postings are from couple of years ago.Thank you for your RESPONSE. Yeah, Symantec bought Sygate SEVERAL years ago, so it was dead ended, but I have been using it a long time and feel comfortable with the program. I tried ZoneAlarm Pro on a newer machine and found it more difficult.

Just wanted to know if there was a reason to be blocking ntoskrnl.exe from the network. Your REPLY suggests the there is not, please correct me if this is wrong.

Thanks again!You're correct.
I'm not a big FAN of ZA either, but you can give Comodo, or PC Tools firewalls a shot.
Both free.

Hi ,
i got a broadband connection recently for my desktop. My desktop has a Zebronics NF 7050 motherboard and I have Windows Vista Business PROFESSIONAL currently. However i am getting PATHETIC download speeds (of the order of 40-50kbps). Initially i thought that it might be the problem of either the internet connection or the operating system( due to some virus). I had to rule out the possiblity of the isp connection being bad since another laptop connected to the same connection gave much BETTER speeds(of the order of 2 Mbps). Then I tried ruling out the problem of some virus. For this I installed Avira antivirus(free edition) but found no change whatsoever. As a final measure I tried formatting my entire harddisk and reinstalling a different OS. I tried Windows XP SP2 professional as well as Windows Vista Business Professional (did a fresh install 3 times). However, my internet connection is still not responding well.
Could it be the problem of the ETHERNET port of the motherboard.Any ADVICE would be greatly appreciated..That's what it sounds like. One thing you can try is "Pinging" a website to see if any packets are dropped.  Another thing you can try it pinging your IP or 127.0.0.1.

Alan <><

In "My Network Places" (running XP), under the header "The INTERNET", i have two icons.
1)My WEBSITES on MSN - I have SEEN this for as long as I remember, don't really CARE about it.
2) ftp.scd.*** - some strange FTP folder I've never seen and don't KNOW what it is. Is it dangerous? How do I get rid of it? Quote from: hiyou on August 08, 2009, 03:56:36 PM

In "My Network Places" (running XP), under the header "The Internet", i have two icons.
1)My Websites on MSN - I have seen this for as long as I remember, don't really care about it.
2) ftp.scd.*** - some strange FTP folder I've never seen and don't know what it is. Is it dangerous? How do I get rid of it?

Hey,
I have a d link wireless router hooked up to my bresnan broadband.  I had it directly connected to my desktop and USED the wireless for my LAPTOP.  We moved and rented and old house that has no wiring inside.  I set up the wireless router to the modem just as before.  My laptop connects just fine, but I now have to use my desktop with the wireless function instead of the ethernet cable due to the LACK of wiring.  How do I get my desktop to accept wireless and connect?
Thanks
Dev Quote from: flyingtxn on August 09, 2009, 04:39:09 PM

..but I now have to use my desktop with the wireless function instead of the ethernet cable due to the lack of wiring. 

How do I get my desktop to accept wireless and connect?

Hey,
I have a d link wireless router hooked up to my bresnan broadband.  I had it directly connected to my desktop and used the wireless for my laptop.  We moved and rented and old house that has no wiring inside.  I set up the wireless router to the modem just as before.  My laptop connects just fine, but I now have to use my desktop with the wireless function instead of the ethernet cable due to the lack of wiring.  How do I get my desktop to accept wireless and connect?
Thanks
Dev

blockhead,
I can connect it with the wired ethernet, as I did before we moved.  The problem is that I had to mount the modem in the garage (50 feet from the desk) and the guy that owns the house wont let me run any wires.  So now I have to figure out how to get the desktop to recognize wireless signal instead of using the ethernet cord.
According to the other respondent, I have to get a wireless card for the desktop.
Thanks
Dev

internet is not working
That's interesting.

What's your OS? Do you CONNECT your computer to the MODEM or does it go through a router? Is your computer CONNECTED to the modem? Does the modem have internet?  This has to be the LEAST informative query I have ever seen.look for a re-set button usually on the back and stick a toothpick in there ( do not poke yourself) and hold it for a few SECONDS, this is in the back of the modem. sometimes they just need to be re-set

Dear Sir

How can I BROWSE my network users PC from Nokia E63 mobile by using VPN option? There is an option Intranet, VPN and it means that it supports to browse LAN.

Appreciate, if you would come BACK soon.


Regards
talorababu
MUCH more information needed.  The computer you want to connect to - where is it?  Company?  Home?  What routers are INVOLVED?Dear Sir

I want to connect my official computers who are within a network (workgroup) and most of the users are using XP operating system. We use static IP not DHCP.

Any more information?


Please come back at your earliest.

Regards
Pervez
What do you want to do?

Do you want to SET them all up to use VPN, or do you just want to spy on the activity using your system?

We NEED more information.Dear Sir

While I am at office, I can browse user's PC and share their desktop by Remote Desktop Connection provided by windows and also can see how many workgroup computers are available within the network.

My REQUIREMENT is similar to the above. Can I do the above using VPN configuration in my E63 mobile? If yes, please let me know the procedure.

N.B. There is a option named as "Intranet" in E63. So I need to know the use of it's


Regards
Pervez

Quote from: Ireland914 on August 07, 2009, 11:09:59 PM

After all it looks like the NIC on the motherboard is dead. 

I borrowed a PCI network card from a friend and it works fine.  Problem solved!

There, I rattled a few CHICKEN chunks over a candle.  That should fix the curse.All sorted...... thanks for all the help and advice. I managed to rename my network on the NEW desktop... to be honest I can't quite remember how I did it though! I KNOW I went into control panel, and it was there somewhere! I also managed to sort out my printer, cos it wasn't compatible with vista, only with xp, but somehow I managed to get the correct SOFTWARE, and it's also working, so I'm well CHUFFED with myself!
I'm sure I'll be back here if I have any more questions, thanks again to all.....

Hi Guys!

I have tried everything from OpenDNS to DNS Advantage in order to make my Web Pages load faster & to ensure a consistent Web Browsing experience!

Have a quick look at the FREE DNS Service, I gave a shot to:

OpenDNS service:: Going immensely popular day-by-day with No. of Universities & now even Router Manufacturers tying up with these Guys to offer a Reliable & 'Customized' DNS Service! Primary DNS Server:208.67.222.222; Secondary: 208.67.220.220

DNS Advantage:: An offering from Ultra DNS Guys.Was quick to grab my attention because of its Nodal Point of presence(P-O-P) located in India as well! Primary: 156.154.70.1; Secondary:156.154.71.1

Tree Walk DNS: Made an indepth search against Free DNS & came across the same.Choose anything from 4.1.1.x where x~ 1-6 !

COMODO Free & Secure DNS: A new finding just couple of days ago. Am currently using  the same. Primary: 156.154.70.22 & Secondary: 156.154.71.22


Now....Is there an independent way to assess the performance of all the above & more(if any) Free DNS available?Which of these has the least Latency factor & fastest response time? I wish to calibrate the same through an independent resource!

For me, Browsing experience seems to be pretty much same! I have a 2Meg(THEORETICAL) Net Connection with actual speeds varying b/w 1.66-1.76 Mbps!

One cannot expect more than that limit over here in India! We are an OFFLINE NATION! While this doesn't answer your question, a different approach to speeding up internet access is to "cache" the initial DNS host name to IP address resolution on your local machine for an extended period of time.  This eliminates the "external" DNS name resolution request for subsequent accesses.

FastCache is a program that does this.  There's an option where you can submit each DNS request to TWO different DNS servers concurrently.  I think it gathers statistics which will demonstrate which one had lower average response TIMES.  Been awhile since I PLAYED with it.Hi Dahlarbear!

You think this will still work if I have a habit of changing my IP Address on a regular basis? Sometimes, even more than once on a single day!?

I like impersonating someone to initiate some Govt. reforms.Mike Moore is still alive & thrives after Fahrenheit 9/11. Over here in India, 'Whistle Blower' are generally the first persons to get lynched!

e-governance answers all that concerns & gives me a chance to WHIPLASH the Fraudulent Govt. officers & their policies.

Hope you'll remain Sshhh... about this! So that was you that I was questioned about earlier.  Run.

Hello...I hope that someone can please HELP me...I have an Acer One Netbook that is running Linux.  I set up my WIRELESS connection (says its at 100%) ALSO running other computers on...Cannot run live update or open web PAGES.   UGH....ready to toss it out the second story window...I know very little about Linux for support, but I do know that if you send it flying the odds of fixing it are a reversed function.  Hang on and see what DEVELOPS.

I been working with computer. How can I configure NETWORK for WI Fi?We NEED more INFORMATION, what do you have, and what do you WANT to do with it?

Just a quick question...  I've READ the difference between routers and gateways several times and still trying to distinguish the two. 

If I have multiple networks at home, for example, can I connect those networks using gateways or would there have to be something more intelligent with routing tables to forward all the packets?You could do either.  It depends on what you want the outcome to be.In the simplest terms, the difference between a router and gateway, as FAR as I can TELL, is that a gateway translates incoming data into protocol that is understood by the receiving NETWORK, and a router simply routes data to the receiving networks according to routing tables..

So if all a gateway does is translate protocols (unless I'm missing something), how would it know how to send data to the right network?  Are you having a problem or just looking for information?

There isn't anything wrong with looking for information, I just don't want to waste your time with troubleshooting if you don't need it.I'm just looking for info..   


If I could see an example of how gateways are used to connect multiple networks it might help me understand better how they are used..

I use an AT&T 2wire gateway at home to connect to the internet.......It connects to my ISP using an RJ 11 port...    It has four ports for LAN connections....  Instead of connecting computers to those connections, could I connect four more gateways and have four more networks..Would I be able to assign separate Network IDs to those four gateways, or would I need to use routers instead?

I have a Linksys WRT150N router with limited bandwidth LAN INTERNET from my ISP.

It is currently Unsecured because it hasn't been SETUP long, and it does not yet have the network secured. I think however that my neighbors have been using my internet because my ISP tells me that i've USED 7GB more this month than norm.

How can I find out if it was my neighbors?
Is there a way I can see the IP/Mac addresses of all the computers that have used this network in the last month?

Or anything else you could suggest to find out who used this network in the past would be good too.Do you have any peer to peer software running?

What do your router logs show? Quote from: Quantos on August 01, 2009, 05:01:08 AM

Do you have any peer to peer software running?

What do your router logs show?

How do I view router logs?

I have a Linksys WRT150N router with limited bandwidth LAN internet from my ISP.

i'm trying to get my friend's laptop to connect to the internet through my desktop, which is connected wirelessly. i've ALLOWED the connection SHARING from one of my lan ports, but when i do that, i can't access the internet on my computer.  what am i doing wrong? thanks in advance.1.  What is the "physical" configuration:
     a.  Desktop is connected wirelessly to what?  A wireless access point or wireless home router in same building?  Or wirelessly to the "ether"?

     b.  Laptop is connected to desktop via wire or wirelessly?

2.  What operating systems (and service pack levels) are you using?
     a.  Desktop

     b.  Laptop

3.  Are you using Windows "Internet Connection Sharing" functionality (hosted on the desktop)?

4.  From a command prompt window, look at the OUTPUT from "route print".  Look for differences between when you can and cannot access the internet.  Don't post that info (keep your public IP address to yourself), but we may have to COME back to that.Are you connecting his laptop to your only NIC?

To use ICS(Internet Connection Sharing) you NEED a seperate NIC for each machine.

i searched for this topic but couldnt find a direct answer to my problem..  I have satt internet and have a wireless router set up.  I got home from vacation and the linksys would not connect.  My laptop works fine and connects.  After troubleshooting i find a question mark on the ethernet controller (device manager).   I downloaded the DRIVER again from the dell webpage from my laptop.. I tried unistalling the driver and reinstallling it by using a memory stick with the file i downloaded from dell.  I cannot connect to the net with the computer with the problem.

thanksin case i forgot.  I uninstalled the driver (ethernet controller) and restarted.  then i unzipped the download i got from dell for the driver.  The etherenet controller showed back up on device manager and with a question mark again.   I restarted the computer and still the same THING.  On what computer is your problem with?  You apparently have a laptop that connects fine, but what is the make/model of the computer you are having trouble with....its a Dell XPS 400.  2006 model. It runs windows xp.  not sure if it matters but i use satt internet and a wireless router.. so its not hard wiredGo back into device manager, right click on the network adapter, select properties.  What does it say in the "Device Status" box?Will it connect when wired? Quote from: blockHEAD on August 05, 2009, 04:52:15 PM

Go back into device manager, right click on the network adapter, select properties.  What does it say in the "Device Status" box?

Another computer mystery....

Hi there i have a very CONFUSING PROBLEM. I would be grateful for any help I can get. I have a adsl connection and check a few EMAIL boxes. Whenever i check one BOX even doing it independently of the others, I loose my internet connection. This happens on 2 computers on the same network. I can check the others with no problem at all. I have checked this one via web mail and NOTICED a fair amount of spam could this be the issue? thanks Try to delete all the SPAM within webmail.  After all of the suspect mail is gone, see if you can access the mail account without locking up your computer/network.

Let us know how you make out.  Is the one which won't work on a separate mail provider?

I have been using 3 Mobile for some TIME now, with Opera and Windows XP. The web-browsing is not really that FAST but it is ok.

I'd like to know how to email using mobile broadband. The '3' website is SURPRISINGLY short of details and I SUSPECT it can't be done. Reading EMAILS on a webmail (waitrose.com) webpage is fine but when I try to send an email it ends up blank. Outlook Express is a non-starter (Ie. more trouble than it's worth). It is really annoying the lack of info out there on this topic.  Do other people have troubles or is it just me? Please tell of your experiences and your setup.

Have tried wireless access via en existing router in the house...but just sh...

Using a D-Link adapter 510G all shows that i am connected to the router(GREAT signal, 54 mbps etc, all greatly OK), ipconfig/all gives all the data in a correct way, pinging my Ip and the gateway gives 4 PACKAGES send, NONE lost, the wirelessicon SAYS:you are connected now...but than connecting to the Internet gives only a suggestion to use the MS Diagnostics which can not find any errors but still NO Internet neither on IE nor on Opera....

Have XP+SP3, AMD Athlon 64, 3200+, 2.2Ghz, 3Gb RAM, IE and Opera(will use Opera as this Internet thingy has been fixed by you guys...lol), D-Link 510G adapter 802.x??l,b, or g...AVG antivirus, malwarebytes... , so what now?You NEED to connect your router to the DSL or cable modem.