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Network Frustration?

2009-11-19T22:11:00.003-08:00

First off thanks for looking at my question:

Now here whats happening:

two computers 1 desktop, 1 laptop---

I've run the set up Home network on both and made sure the computer names are different and the workgroup name is the same. When I share the folder (by right clicking and ticking the boxes) it appears on my desktop network but not on my laptop.

On the desktop if I click view worgroup computers I can see my desktop and laptop folders, if I click laptop and try to open a file I get: (file) is not accessible. You might not have permission to use this network resource. Contact admin of this server to find out if you have permissions. Access is denied.

On the Laptop: if I click view workgroup computers, I get (workgroup) is not accessible (same message as above). The network path was not found.

Both pc's connect wirelessly to a BThomehub so I'm wondering if this is the problem as I set this up before using wired access for the desktop and wireless laptop.

Help thankyou!

Network Frustration?
First off, check to make sure your firewalls on both machines are allowing "File and Print Sharing". Are you assigning static IP addresses, or are they assigned through DHCP? It helps too to make sure that you have the same username and password on both machines.

TEENick Network?

2009-11-19T22:11:00.002-08:00

Since the current Nickelodoen has so many more animated programs than live-action programs I had an idea. Nickeldeon should revamp the regular Nickelodeon channel into a TEENick Network. While TEENick doesn't have that many shows currently, the network could also air shows that have been aired on TEENick in the past as well. Some examples: Clarissa Explains It All, The Secret World of Alex Mack, Kenan %26amp; Kel, Taina, Cousin Skeeter, Are You Afraid of the Dark?, All That, The Adventures of Pete %26amp; Pete, The Brothers Garcia, and more. The network would also include current shows: Ned's Declassified, Drake and Josh, Zoey 101, Just Jordan, and Unfabulous. All of the Nicktoons would be moved to Nicktoons Network. There would then be two completely separate networks. One would focus on Nicktoons while the other would focus on live-actions shows. It's a little out there, but what do you think?

TEENick Network?
I love the idea!!! I love the cartoons and i love the live action shows too and that would be perfect to have them seperate. Having the old shows on too would make it even better because those shows were so good that they still deserve to be on once and a while, even if there are no new episodes. I also miss the Amanda Show and All That. U should try and find some way to pitch that idea to nickeloden! I'm behind u 100% dude!! %26lt;3Hunter
Reply:i think that's a great idea i would do that cuz that's one thing we truly need
Reply:I totally agree if they get like a couple more TEENshows then there could deffinately be a TEENnick channel of its own. that way I wouldn't have to watch spongebob waiting for Unfabulous or Zoey 101 to come on T.V. that would be so fab. they just some funding and more shows
Reply:hahaha u STILL watch nick!! im 11 and i stopped watching that i watch MTV. i hate cartoons! i hate nickeldeon!! go watch barney if u still watch nickeldeon
Reply:I think this is an awesome idea! when i was younger i LOVED all that, and are you afraid of the dark? and i would tottally watch them again and i know my friends would to! the shows they have on TEENick now SUCK though, it is a good idea to separate the 2
Reply:its a little out there like you said but. i agree. except like you said, they need more shows! youd make millions if you took that to the real world and it worked. dont forget to give a million dollars to me =), lol. im just kidding!
Reply:This is a little out there, but I kinda agree. I remember those shows you are talking about and would love it if they came back. =]

Network Drive, help?

2009-11-19T22:11:00.001-08:00

A week ago I mapped a network drive on my desktop computer, (Dell Dimension 5150) and the drive letter was 'N:'. I went into My Computer and there is was under Network Drives, that was all completely fine. So next I got my laptop and set-up both computers so they connected on a 'Peer-to-Peer' network, so that I could share an internet connection, that was all fine as well. But my problem is, when I went into My Computer and the drive 'N:' was no where to be seen, why is this? Do I have to set anything up to be able to see it?

I have run through the Network Set-up on both computers and both computers were switched on when I tried to do this.

Thanks, Jamie.

Network Drive, help?
Try switching the drive letter, if something else has the same letter neither will show up.

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Wireless network won't recognize home network?

2009-11-19T22:11:00.000-08:00

I have two laptops and two desktops. All 4 systems are able to share the internet at any time, but only the two desktops are able to share files via the "Shared files" folders. All firewalls are disabled, antivirus is disabled, and anything else I can think of. I have ran the network Setup wizard countless times, all to no avail. All of the systems are on the "WinHmNetwork" workgroup, but when I browse all systems in Network Neighborhood, nothing shows up on the laptops and only the two desktops show up on the desktops. How do I share files with a laptop?? All drivers are updated / current, all are on an unsecured wireless G network, and bios / motherboard is fine. Why won't the wireless networked items see anything else, even though they can surf the internet? Oh, and I have a wireless router with no firewalls. PLEASE HELP!!!!

Wireless network won't recognize home network?
You didnt enable file and print sharing on the two that you cant see! You can enable this in add network components! You with then see a sharing tab when you right click folders.
Reply:can you please mention whether they are connected through a lan or wireless network.

if wireless then you need to buy wireless supporting cards for your desktops to show your laptops which are presently on wireless network. try surfing one laptop on other.if it works that means that you have not installed a wireless device on the desktops.

better to connect through lan cables as it is cheaper compared to the wireless devices
Reply:maybe because your laptops connect via wireless router? and you need to enable it in router settings?

p.s. Dr. House i think he knows what's he doing to forget that..

Network Problem?

2009-11-19T22:10:00.003-08:00

Hi, I am trying to make a network between 2 computers and somehow or another I can't make the connection. Now I tried all these possibilieties:

1) Same network name

2) Auto IP

3) Windows firewall off

4) Zonealarm firewall off

5) Network cable ok and network card ok

Can someone please tell me if I need to check something else? Thank you

Network Problem?
how are you connecting the PCs? if your using a switch or hub then use straight through cables, if your connecting them directly to eachother, you need a crossover cable,
Reply:You may have tried to see if they are in the same Workgroup.

Ensure that file sharing is enabled in your neywork tools.
Reply:run the windows network wizard on BOTH computers. it's on the control panel.

use the "other" option on the first choice selection window, and "direct connection to another computer" on the second
Reply:Are you using a router or straight cable connect? If cable connect, then you need what's called a null ethernet cable, also known as a crossover cable.

You can find a bunch of howto's at:

http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=ie...

Good luck!
Reply:put the computers in the same workgroup

right click my computer

properties

computer name

Network problem?

2009-11-19T22:10:00.002-08:00

i have two computers on this network a laptop running wireless and a desktop running wired. the desktop was working fine then all of a sudden it just quit accessing the network, ive tried repairing and it says cant renew network address and when i restart it just says aquiring network address and then itll say limited or no activity, ive reseted the router, cable modem and everything nothing seems to work.

Network problem?
Try using a different cable from the router to the PC, try plugging the cable into a different port on the router, and finally try replacing the network card. If the network card is an onboard port, add a different network card.

Network card speed?

2009-11-19T22:10:00.001-08:00

i use 3com 3c900b-TPO but it seems to be slowing down the internet. I had realtek network card and it broke so my friend gave me his old network card which is 3com 3c900b-TPO but it is soo slow compared to previous network card. Also the speed says 10mbps but my old one used to be 100mbps. My downloading speed also decreased too. I'm thinking of getting a new faster network card. Any suggestions?

Network card speed?
The card your friend gave you is a 10mb card. Go to the store and buy a new card. ANY card would be an improvement. I generally am a fan of Intel and Broadcom. Linksys has been good for me as well.
Reply:Try Linksys. I have had very good luck with ALL their products.

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A.Network Address Translation (NAT) b.Private network addresses c.Static and Dynamic IP Addressing?

2009-11-19T22:10:00.000-08:00

1) Explain the following in details. a.Network Address Translation (NAT)

b.Private network addresses

c.Static and Dynamic IP Addressing

2) A company called Terudo wants to install a local area network. It has five departments. It has purchased 80 computers and each department is expected to grow. However this company wants to segment its network according to department, with equal number of pc’ so far it has. Choose any class C address and clearly indicate the number of IP addresses, available and non-usable in each subnet. Show your working clearly.

A.Network Address Translation (NAT) b.Private network addresses c.Static and Dynamic IP Addressing?
Argh, another MCSE turd who thinks he can make money in IT without actually knowing anything about computers....

Network Key help me please?

2009-11-19T22:09:00.003-08:00

Im trying to set up my zune to wireless sync and zune software searches for the network and when it finds one i click it to connect it says that this network is protected and that i need the correct network key to access it, where do i find this network key?

Network Key help me please?
The key is set up when you set up the wireless functionality of your router. If you don't know the key, or never set one, you're trying to connect to someone else's router.
Reply:Ok. You have to ask the Administrator who set this router up and ask them what it is. If you dont know who or they dont know. You have to get on your computer and select start%26gt;run%26gt;punch in CMD and press enter. from there a black screen should appear tyep in ipconfig and find were it says delault gateway take that number and put it in your web browser: look like this http://192.168.1.1 sothing like that. Press enter. And you will prompt your routers login page you have to have this information or you will have to reset the router (DOnt reset it if you dont know how to re configiure the settings!) the default password for a reset router is username: admin password:password

Try logging in with that first.

Wen you get in your router fin your Wireless network settings, and there you should find your network key, or even reset it

Wired network adapter, HELP!?

2009-11-19T22:09:00.002-08:00

Am i suppose to buy a wired network adapter for my new laptop, to get my linksys wireless router to work? or is my laptop already made with a wired network adapter?

this is my laptops Specs:

"Networking

10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 connector)

Wireless Networking

Built-in high-speed wireless LAN (802.11b/g)

Built-in high-speed wireless LAN (802.11b/g); 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN with RJ-45 connector; V.92 high-speed modem"

do i need to buy a wired network adapter?

Wired network adapter, HELP!?
nope any laptop made after 2006, has a built in network card. if you dont have one, then you pretty much have a shitty laptop.lol

but im sure you do a network card built already, from reading your specs, you do.., so just make sure your router is hooked up correctly and your wireless is set..

go here for more help

http://www.linksys.com/servlet/Satellite...
Reply:Those are ports. Adaptor is a hardware piece. A network adapter can be purchased separately from most manufacturers that supply routers and other forms of networking equipment. When purchasing a network adapter, some prefer to choose the brand of adapter that matches their router. To accommodate this, manufacturers sometimes sell one or two network adapters together with a router in a bundle called a home network kit. Technically, however, network adapters all offer very similar functionality according to the Ethernet or Wi-Fi standard they support.
Reply:Your laptop has both a wired and a wireless connection. For wired, simply plug in a ethernet cable from the router to the laptop. For wireless, you need a wireless router, and it should be picked up automatically unless it has been secured, then you will need a password.
Reply:No. You should just be able to plug your laptop to your router either using you built-in ethernet, or wirelessly, if your router is wireless.
Reply:all the laptops in the last 4 years have ethernet port/lan port fitted as standard so should work and yours you have one
Reply:sorry i dont no anything about laptops.
Reply:no it has one, just plug in and go.
Reply:no just pug it in

Home wireless network problem!!?

2009-11-19T22:09:00.001-08:00

OK....so I am frustrated. I have two laptops at home. I have a modem and a wireless router. One of my laptops (Mac) doesn't have a problem connecting to wireless network that I set up with a network key. BUT!!!! the other laptop is a PC and it drives me crazy. It is picking up other signals but not mine, even though I entered the network key and I try to get it connected to the wireless network I set up.

Why is this happening??? How can I fix it and have it permanently connected to that specific network!! Not an expert as you can see. But Im pretty sure it has to do with some network setup thing or IP address or something....something is just not doing it for me. Please HELP!!!

Home wireless network problem!!?
Right-click the wireless icon in the tray - select View Available Wireless Networks. Choose yours.

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Network problem?

2009-11-19T22:09:00.000-08:00

i work in a small share trading company and has only 4 computers in my company computers are connected via LAN one of them is directly connected to sify broadband and other two are connected via V-SAT network and now i want connect all 4 pc to the same network at a time (either V-SAT or BROADBAND), if any problem comes in V-SAT network then i want to switch over the other network by changing their ip's to connect all 4 pc via sify's broad band how can i do this plz help me give answer step wise procedure all 4 pc has installed windows 2000 prof. OS?

Network problem?
add a second NIC to each terminal that you want to switch over to broadband.

go ahead and plug in an ethernet cable from the pc's to the broadband router or switch.

Go into network properties for each new NIC on the pc's you added them into and set the card to receive an IP either through DHCP or static...however you have it set up..I don't know..

then just disable the nic's on each pc...then when you want to switch from V SAT to broadband just disable the VSAT NIC and enable the broad band NIC in network properties options and you should be able fine.
Reply:You can put a router in and connect all the pc's to it. If you need to switch over, reprogram the routers address.

Wireless Network on laptop not working on G band?

2009-11-19T22:08:00.003-08:00

I have a hp Compaq nc6000 notebook it was shipped OEM with the "HP W500 802.11a/b/g WLAN - network adapter " but after the Hard Drive failed and a new one installed fresh XP pro the darn thing only communicates wirelessly on 802.11b.

Furthermore if I go onto the laptop adapter properties advanced tab/ Wireless mode and set value to the following settings:

1. 5 GHz only and laptop does not find any wireless networks.

2. If value is set 5ghz + 2.4 (default) laptop will find 3 networks in range.

3. If I set wireless router to G only the laptop looses all networks.

4. Therefore I have declared I am not using the 802.11g with this Compaq nc6000.

When I go to Device Manager / network adapters- it list "HP WLAN 802.11a/b W500" notice no G.

Why is this and how do I verify and install the adapter / drivers correctly so that i can use the 802.11g?

Any troubleshooting assistance is greatly appreciated.

everything else is working up to spec.

~~Bubbapy~~

Wireless Network on laptop not working on G band?
download the latest drivers and firmware updates for the parts.
Reply:call HP tech support- 800 474-6836

Problems setting up wireless home network with Vista and Linksys?

2009-11-19T22:08:00.002-08:00

We have recently purchased a new laptop with Vista to replace an old pc. As several family members have laptops (also vista) we decided to set up a wireless network using a Linksys wireless G router. I connected the ethernet wires as instructed and had to set up the router manually as a PPPoE. This appeared fine the internet worked through the hardline but when I went to log on wirelessly there was no network detected. I then used the CD set up disk to change the settings and the network appeared but it is not possible to connect to the internet. the network is a stand alone network for file sharing. The laptop hard wired into the router has internet but it says that this is on another network. After mapping the networks the modem is not connecting the wireless network to the internet.

I have tried resetting things several times and am stuck.

Help would be appreciated

Problems setting up wireless home network with Vista and Linksys?
Any number of things could be wrong....from the router settings to the laptop settings.

if you want to try to work on this one on one...email me.
Reply:i don't think u can hook a wireless router up to a laptop bc most of the newer ones have wireless. but idk I'm not a computer genius.

I need a professional answer for networking.I have 2 seperate network.How can I share a printer b/w them?Thnx?

2009-11-19T22:08:00.001-08:00

To clarify more: I have 2 networks in my shop. Let's name it Network A %26amp; Network B. In network A,there's a printer to share for all computers and in Network B..there is no printer at all. So how can I link the printer in Network A from Network B? Do I need any networking hardware, or software?

Thanks in advance

I need a professional answer for networking.I have 2 seperate network.How can I share a printer b/w them?Thnx?
Here's the real answer from someone who does this thing for a living. The answer is that there is no way to answer your question without more information.

1. Is there any connection between these two networks now?

2. How is each network configured regarding IP addressing?

3. How is the current printer shared? Does it connect to Network A with a network card? Is it connected to a print server or does each machine print to it directly?
Reply:Well, I'm assuming the reason you have 2 seperate networks is to segregate traffic and increase security.

To share that printer, you're going to have to delve into access-lists (if you're using cisco).

Other than that, just get another printer with a jetdirect card (or some other configuration therto) and have 2 seperate printers as well.
Reply:The two networks must be linked OR the printer must have a WiFi interface that's network independent (has a unique IP address). I would add a switch to link the two networks if that's possible. I might also encourage use of a system to act as a Domain Controller.
Reply:u can get a switch and use VLANs to connect the networks virtually.
Reply:If I assume that these are not physically linked then you require a router or Wireless connection to physically connect the two networks together.

However, if there are physically linked with a router then you will have to configure the router or routers so that these two networks are visible to each other. This will require you to setup a VPN possibly between the two networks, depending on your requirements.

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Network of resistors?

2009-11-19T22:08:00.000-08:00

As shown in the figure ,a network of resistors of resistances R1and R2 extends to infinity toward the right.

http://session.masteringphysics.com/prob...

Q1.

Find the total resistance R1 of the infinite network. (Hint: Since the network is infinite, the resistance of the network to the right of points C and D is also equal to R_T .)

Epress your answer in terms of the variables R1 and R2

R_T= please help.

Network of resistors?
Take off the 3 resistors on the left and you still have the infinite series. Call its resistance X (easier to type than R_T). The fact that when you add back those resistors you still have resistance X gives you this equation:

2R1 + 1 / (1/R2 + 1/X) = X

Manipulating this,

2R1*(1/R2 + 1/X) + 1 = X*(1/R2 + 1/X)

2R1/R2 + 2R1/X +1 = X/R2 +1

2XR1/R2 + 2R1 -X^2/R2 = 0

Rearranging in conventional quadratic order,

-1/R2*X^2 +(2R1/R2)X +2R1 = 0

(A = -1/R2; B=2R1/R2; C=2R1)

whose roots are

[-2R1/R2 ± sqrt((2R1/R2)^2 + 8R1/R2)]/(-2/R2)

One root, [-2R1/R2 + sqrt((2R1/R2)^2 + 8R1/R2)]/(-2/R2) is negative (numerator +, denominator -).

The other root, [-2R1/R2 - sqrt((2R1/R2)^2 + 8R1/R2)]/(-2/R2), can be simplified to

[2R1/R2 + sqrt((2R1/R2)^2 + 8R1/R2)]/(2/R2) and to

[R1/R2 + sqrt((R1/R2)^2 + 2R1/R2)]/(1/R2) and to

R1 + sqrt(R1^2 + 2R1R2) (answer)

Checking:

Picking at random R1=3 and R2=7,

X = 10.14143

2R1 + 1 / (1/R2 + 1/X) = 6 + 1/(1/7 + 1/10.14143) = 10.14143 = X

Check is OK.
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Printer Networking, adding a printer to a network?

2009-11-19T22:07:00.002-08:00

Alright, there are three computers in my house and I want to connect each of them to a single printer. I have a wireless network connection already established and the internet works on all three computers. However, a printer attached to one of the computers is not recognized by the standard "Add Printer" functions on the other two.

I was wondering if the lack of recognition comes in part to the fact that the computer with the printer is not the host computer to the network.

And I was also wondering if there were any other means that I could connect a printer to a network, keeping in mind that I have already looked through printer spooling and the printer settings on the computer with the printer attached to it (set to shared).

I believe the problem lies with connecting the printer to the network, but on the computer with the printer attached it says that the printer is being shared, but the other two do not recognize that.

Thank you for your help.

Printer Networking, adding a printer to a network?
If you really want you could get a printer server. this allows you to connect your printer to the network without one computer always have to be on. Its a little pricey though. look around, there are cheaper ones
Reply:do the other two computers have drivers for the printer?
Reply:well first on all three computers go to start then my network. you should see all computers on your network. if there aren't any computer then you have to add the computer to the network. having a pc connected to the internet doesn't mean its on the network. to add a network click on the msn icon and it should automatically search for your network. if it doesn't then google "how to add a pc to a network"

Home Network Question?

2009-11-19T22:07:00.001-08:00

I have two computers, one is Windows XP Home Edtition (Service Pack 2) and Windows 95. These two computers are far away from each other, one upstair and one downstair. And here's a few questions:

How can I be able to set a network between these two computers without buying anything? How do I setup the network like where to plug in the wires for network? What do i need to set up the network? If there is no other way, please let me know what I have to buy to make a network between these two computers.

Home Network Question?
Windows 95 does not have networking capabilities. I hear that there have are add on's to allow this, but this is one of the most elusive rumors in networking history. If at all possible, upgrade the 95 to 98 SE, and try it that way. Good luck
Reply:Regardless of what you do you are going to have to buy something.

Problem is that Windows 95 may have trouble reading the Windows XP file system if it is NTFS.

You can put an Ethernet adapter in the Win95 machine but you would have to attach it to a wireless router. You would then place a wireless Ethernet card in the Win XP machine.

Basically this is more work then the headaches it would bring.

Windows 95 has some networking capabilites, but only after you install an network adapter. The capabilites are very limited, it is basically a drone.

Network Path not found on business (domain)windows 2003 network. (via vpn)?

2009-11-19T22:07:00.000-08:00

3 pcs xp pro connected to internet and sbs 2003 via vpn..(lan to lan on draytek). all pcs are in the domain and those pc can access all the shared folders on the server. and i can ping all pc from the server but i can not access the hard drive and shared printer of one pc from the sbs 2003. the pc's hard drive is shared and given all rights to access it from the server , no firewall and no anti virus on the pc is enabled.

when i go to myneworkplace on the server dig through the pc and when double click on the pc , error message comes up with "\\abc is not accessible you might not have permission to use the network resources please contact your network administrator.

"the network path was not found"

any solution please please answer???

Network Path not found on business (domain)windows 2003 network. (via vpn)?
I can give you a link that deals with hard drive problems.

Some RAM/hard drive problems can be easily fixed yourself by using easily available tools. I found the info at http://fixit.in useful. Try this site, if you can get what is required.

implants

Wireless Network Router Problems?

2009-11-19T22:06:00.003-08:00

Gurus I need your help.

I'm trying to set up a wireless network in my house.

I have a D-Link 802.11g router and a Motorola Surfboard Cable Modem.

I've actually had this network up and running before, then the main computer crashed and brought the network down with it.

I've restored all the settings and I had it working for a little while today. The only problem was that I would have 5 bars up until I connected, then it would drop to 1 bar.

I read somewhere that I needed to reset my IPconfig so I did that and now I can't get any connection again.

As it stands right now, my laptop running Windows XP (SP2) detects the network, I can connect to it, but I can't connect to the internet. And the connection (that doesn't seem to exist, anyway) still drops down to one bar when I try to connect.

My wife's MAC's airport card doesn't recognize the network at all.

We currently piggyback off our neighbors. Please help.

Email with more specific questions if needed.

Wireless Network Router Problems?
There are a few pieces involved, so the problem could be in any of them.

1. Start by taking the D-Link router out of the equation entirely. Plug your compter directly into the Surfboard modem and confirm that you are indeed connected to the Internet. Reset your cable modem after you plug a different machine directly into it just in case it ignores the new MAC (ethernet media access control, not Apple Mac) address that it is seeing from the PC.

2. Verify that your Surfboard will accept a connection from any MAC address, not just a specific one.

3. When you plug the D-Link back into the Surfboard, restart the Surfboard and plug a PC directly into the D-Link to ensure that machines connected to the D-Link can connect all the way past the Surfboard and onto the Internet.

4. Verify that the D-Link is properly set up to supply wired and wireless computers with a proper IP address via DHCP

5. When you confirm that a wired connection works between a PC and the D-Link, then you can go back to troubleshooting the wireless connection. Begin by testing the wireless connectivity in the same room.

6. The IPCONFIG command you are looking for is IPCONFIG /RELEASE, followed by IPCONFIG /RENEW

7. The PING command will let you know how far your wireless connections are making it before there are problems.

Post back with the results of these checks, and I can edit my answer with more tips if necessary.
Reply:I dont know how easy this will be but it sounds like your Wireless router is blocking connections. What you need to do is use a hard wire (cable) and connect to the router. You should be able to use the web interface for the router to check the wireless settings including the secutiry.

Please keep in mind that by default MOST wireless routers and access points sold to the public do not have any security turned on. This means that any data sent from your laptop or desktop is open to being snooped by anyone looking for wireless signals.

Do not try and use the wireless connection to modify your router. This is not the best way.
Reply:do u have ur neighbors permission for that cuz its illegal now u will get fined and go to jail for a while

did u upgrade the firmware to the airport ? os10.4

downgrade to 5.4,

d-links are crap get a netgear

Conflicting Network SSID?

2009-11-19T22:06:00.002-08:00

Hi, I am having trouble connecting to a wireless network at my friend's place. There are several other wireless networks in the area, and one with the same SSID as that of my friend's. So, when I try to connect to my friend's network, it kicks me off after a few seconds, and connects me to the other network with the same SSID instead. Or, sometimes, windows claims to be connected to my friend's network, but it's actually connected to the other one. I know this because my friend's router is 802.11b standard, whereas the other one is 802.11g. Can anyone help please?

Conflicting Network SSID?
It might help to tell your friend's dad that, if you are connecting to the other person's network, they could easily be connecting to your friend's network. Your friend's father should be more concerned about the security risk of someone else accessing their network. They really need to change their SSID (and implement wireless encryption, by the way)
Reply:go into the routers config and change the ssid ... its pretty simple ...
Reply:Why doesn't your friend just change his SSID to something else?
Reply:You should change the SSID so that it is unique. Then go into your wireless setup and configure your friend's connection is a preferred connection and set your wireless to connect to preferred networks only.

Duplicate default SSIDs are a sign of clueless newbies. Change it to a unique SSID. There's no other way to handle it. And there is NO good reason not to!

Vista Networking Issues, can't see other computers on network?

2009-11-19T22:06:00.001-08:00

I have a network that is setup like this: modem--%26gt;Router--%26gt;Switch. Switch is full, so i connected my computer to the router ports. The router config. website shows all the computers from the network on the DHCP client list, but none of them show up on my network. One computer running vista is recognized on the network map, but cannot be accessed. workgroup has already been set, any ideas?

Vista Networking Issues, can't see other computers on network?
Most likely either Windows Firewall is blocking the traffic or you have another firewall installed that is blocking the traffic.

Try making sure that all software firewalls are disabled. then try pinging the ip address of other computers and the router from the different computer to test connectivity. Then try sharing a folder. If you are able to get this to work, then you know it is the software firewalls. Afterwords, you can turn them back on and then set them up to accept the ip addresses of the other computers on your network.
Reply:Here is a link to a site that explains how Vista and XP can't always see each other and how to download a Microsoft patch. I did that and it worked.

http://www.home-network-help.com/vista-n...

This assumes you have Vista and XP computers on the netrwork.

Network+ or CCNA?

2009-11-19T22:06:00.000-08:00

I'm going to get my A+ certification. When I'm done with that, I can start with my CCNA class, or if I want to I can get the Network+ certification on my own.

My knowledge of networks as of now is limited. Should I try and get the Network+ Certification, or just dive right in to CCNA, hoping that the CCNA will cover everything the Network+ cert will? I just want to make sure that I'm prepared for the CCNA when the time comes to take it.

Time is somewhat of a factor, but I will have 2 months between the end of my A+ class and the CCNA class.

Network+ or CCNA?
I would jump right into the CCNA. The first two sections cover all your basic networking along with routers. Section 3 is switching and section 4 is WAN technologies. I've seen some Cisco academies break 3 and 4 into seperate semesters now.

If you really wanted to get the network+ cert, I would wait until you finish ccna 1 %26amp; 2 and study for the test. The information will be very similiar.
Reply:CCNA would make you a "heavy hitter" where networking certifications are concerned. It goes into enough depth that it incorporates everything that's in Network+, and then some, and then some more, and then LOTS more.

If you're starting with limited knowledge of networking, you should go for the Network+ after your A+. If you dive straight into CCNA classes, you may find yourself out of your depth in a hurry.

So, my recommendations ... (subject to whatever limitations you may have in terms of time or funds)

1) Get your A+ as you're already planning on

2) Get your Network+

3) Get some real-world networking experience (a year or so)

4) Go for the CCNA if you're so inclined

You'll have an easier time with the CCNA if you have some experience under your belt **before** you get into the classwork.
Reply:doing the same course as you m8. my teacher told me that CCNA will cover everthing to do with networks, in depth, never heard of the network+ so wouldnt know about that

:)
Reply:I have my network + cert and its doing me just fine. I studied the CCNA material in school but i went for the network + first.

root canal

Why is Network Connections window missing 'Wireless Network Connections' area?

2009-11-19T22:05:00.003-08:00

Windows XP, SP2 -- attempting to use a USB Network Adapter. Device Driver is current and compatible (verified on manufacturer's site), and appears in Device Manager under 'Network Adapters.' Properties of the device show 'This device is working properly,' but Network Connections window only shows my ethernet card (no 56K modem either). All services (.msc) that would effect this issue are enabled automatically and started (Wireless Zero Config., COM+ Event System, etc.), and DLL files are correctly registered (regsvr32 netshell.dll, netfgx.dll, etc.). The system has been restarted, drivers removed in safe mode and re-installed automatically upon reboot, etc. Software that came with the USB device is not picking it up either, and I have verified the device and software/driver are working on another machine (driver even works on Vista). Only problem is that THERE IS NO WIRELESS NETWORK CONNECTIONS area under 'Network Connections.' Please help. Please.

Why is Network Connections window missing 'Wireless Network Connections' area?
I have seen this many times.

The only way to fix this problem has been to re-install Windows. Only once have I seen a repair-installation work.

Wireless Network Connected but Internet / Forefox not working.?

2009-11-19T22:05:00.002-08:00

Please, help. My laptop connects to the Wireless network but neither Firefox nor IE are not working. The signal is strong. I clicked the wireless connection icon on the panel - the wireless network status pops up. It shows that the network is connected and it show a little computer with words "Send" on the left and "Receive" on the right of it. There is a little "LOCK" sign on the "receive" side and I think that's the problem. WHat do I do?

I do not think I made any changes to the wireless network set-up.

But a day or two before this started I got a message in the "Wireless Networks" status window, wich said Windows was unable to configure the connection. Everything worked on those days.

My PC-Cillin subscription expired a couple of weeks ago and I never yet got to renewing it could that have anything to do with the problem?

Please, help.

Thank you.

Wireless Network Connected but Internet / Forefox not working.?
the lock means it is "firewalled" and probably you are not allowed to connect to the internet. just on the local network. you can ask permission to the administrator to allow you internet access.
Reply:the lock sign means the wireless router ur connected to is private

u need a password to get to connect to it.

wat kind of laptop is it?

Network problems on my wireless mac?

2009-11-19T22:05:00.001-08:00

my network is on

i was just on it 5min ago

i restarted the puter and my airport is going to some unlocked network that is slow as hell

i do not know my password but it is in my keychain

how do i change the settings so my default network is my network on start up?

if mine is default i will go on mine cuz the password is in keychain

Network problems on my wireless mac?
Check out this OSX help page at Apple for details on setting whether or not a network is a default join:

http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?...

The short answer is:

"To give a network the highest priority, drag the name of the network to the top of the list. This is the network AirPort will attempt to join first."

Good luck!

Wireless network -- connected to network but no internet?

2009-11-19T22:05:00.000-08:00

I have a secure network that has worked fine for a few years. I have an old computer in the basement that I don't use much -- last time was about 3 months ago. Today when I went on the computer, I was connected to my network as always, but for some reason I can't get on the internet (file sharing %26amp; printing works fine). I never had this problem before on this computer %26amp; all other computers on the network work fine. I've disabled all firewalls but I can't get any browser to work. The only thing that has changed in the last 3 months is that I added a PS3 to the network. Any suggestions?

Wireless network -- connected to network but no internet?
The problem sounds like to be DNS, firewall or default gateway. Check the following:

Check the current IP settings on your computer:

Start-%26gt;run-%26gt;cmd, enter "ipconfig /all" command and check that actually you have configured the correct IP address, Netmask, default gateway and DNS servers.

Now lets check connectivity, ping another computer from your PC on the same network. If it works it means that your IP addressing is fine.

Then ping your default gateway. If it works the Default gateway is available.

Then ping internet but do not use a name, use an ip address to check if the DNS is fine. For example instead of ping yahoo.com ping its ip address 216.109.112.135. If you dont get a response check if there is any firewall feature enabled on your default gateway or a NAT issue. If you get a response it means that you can get out to internet

if you have a response try then to ping using yahoo.com if it does not work it means that your DNS servers are not properly configured.

If there is a DHCP server in your network try to get an ip address form it, the server will provide all the necessary ip addresses to get you out to internet.
Reply:try to ping websites to see if you're connected to the internet and so you could determine if it's a firewall issue (start-%26gt;run-%26gt;cmd-%26gt;ping yahoo,com) if you get replies, then you are connected to the internet and might want to boot in safe mode. if you get 'request timed out' you might want to check your other computers (if there are any) to see if they're online.

also, try to surf using your My Computer or the run field (just type any website address and press Enter) to see if any third party browser extensions (ex. google toolbar or yahoo toolbar) are stopping you from getting online :)

good luck!
Reply:I had this same problem in the past. my solution was to reset the router and try reinstalling the network adapter to see if any thing has changed. (When i say reset the router, I mean turn it off and turn it back on). Hope this helps.

invisalign

Network connection status disappear?

2009-11-19T22:04:00.002-08:00

Hi there,

My PC use Windows XP, SP2 and an Inventel USB wireless, chipset GW3887 to connect to internet.

In first days it work normally. But after I install some softwares, the Network connection status disappear (in system tray), and when I go to Start menu/settings/network connection, I have to wait at least 3 minutes for the window to appear showing no network connection.

However I still can access to the internet normally, can access to Wireless access point...

The only thing is I can not access the network connection so that I can not change IP address, default gateway, DNS address...

Pls help,

Thanks.

Network connection status disappear?
right click the task bar, properties, choose start menu, choose customize, choose advanced tab, scroll down the list and click the My Network Places, close tabs, Go to Start, the My Network Places shortcut should appear the start menu. right click the My Network Places button, properties, right click local area network, properties, double click TCP/IP, input desired ip address gateway dns server, click apply.
Reply:go to Control panel%26gt; network connection

there you will find all your connections

right click on the one your using

or the one with the monitors turnd on

then go to property

check the 2 check boxes in the firs page that appears and it will show in the tray again

and from there you can also change your IP
Reply:try the status bar. left click then on the uper right hand corner of the screen scroll too the left. stop and take a breath, scratch your head for a minute then press OK
Reply:go to control panel, click on Network. it should show your current networks, right click on your network or wireless adapter name, chose properties, then you will find show network status check box click enable it.

sometimes specially with Microsoft environment you should clean your registry (using registry fix, or registry mechanic) slowness caused 90% becasue of viruses and registry, fix them and you will be ok

Network connections have disappeared in windows?

2009-11-19T22:04:00.001-08:00

Hardware manager in windows properties network connections are not listed to edit. Control Panel -%26gt;Network Connections nothing listed there either. Have two ports connected to the computer one is on Board the other is connected to a PCI slot. Cannot find either. Cannot find modem. Any kind of network connection port I cannot find in windows. The onboard LAN connection is lit when the computer boots up. Green light only no yellow light at all. Can't install drivers because the hardwar manager cannot even find the devices to begin with. Have wiped windows from the system and completely reinstalled Windows onto the computer still cannot find network devices listed in windows.

Network connections have disappeared in windows?
I know it could be quite frustrating. Try these steps ...

-- Restore the defaults for your BIOS.

-- START %26gt; All Programs %26gt; Accessories %26gt; System Tools %26gt; System Information %26gt; In the new window that pops up, Click on the tab TOOLS %26gt; NET DIAGNOSTICS. Run the test and see what the result.

-- Try running the ADD HARDWARE whizard from Control Panel again.

-- Check if ur NIC is disable in BIOS.

-- Open the tower and reseat the PCI Card

-- Clear the CMOS by reseating the CMOS Jumper on Motherboard.

Flush the flea power by turning off the computer and then unplug all the cables from tower, Press and hold the power button for about 10 secs.

Plug-in ONLY Power cable, monitor cable, keyboard and mouse to the tower, then check if your Device Manager can see the PCI NIC

Do one thing, If nothing helps, please assign a task on

http://www.compset.net/support.html

My techs will get back to you.
Reply:Try uninstalling the one on your PCI slot and installing it again. But first open up your computer and disconnect it from the PCI slot and re-insert it. Make sure its inserted correctly and tightly. It could be the one on your mo-bo is damaged since its directly connected on the board. *if you need more help give send me an email*

Network problems!?

2009-11-19T22:04:00.000-08:00

1. I have a wireless network. My computer has been running fine but when I went to download onecare.live.com I was not able to download it. It was saying there was a network problem. Funny cause I can get on line with other things.

2. However there is a certificate thing that keeps popping up and saying it was not good and do I want to continue, the certificates are vaild ones and is trustworthly as well but it keeps coming up. This was coming up before the network problem. Any suggestions?

3. Also the network when you right click on the computers in the right hand cornor then click on status it does not have IP address information there how will you be able to get into that to correct it I have all the information for it.? please help me. I have a few things going on at once.

Network problems!?
wel let me tell you there is a few thing you need to know first of all if you have a trial on there it will say that the certificate number is no good. erase the trial and them install the program. second if you have Vista on your computer liveone will not let you get on teh computer. and as for your wireless delete the conection and then scan for networks that are availab le and reconnect. I had all of these [roblems after I installed vista. hope it helps you

Network Adaptor Problem?

2009-11-19T22:03:00.003-08:00

I have an Acer Aspire laptop and I am having problems connecting to my wireless network. It will work for a little while than it will say connected with limited access. While my laptop cant connect my psp can with no issues, so I know it is the laptop. I am thinking that it is the Network Adaptor, I have a linksys 150N router, It connected to my brothers network with no issues. What should I do? I was thinking about getting a linksys network adapter but they are expensive, and I wanna be sure that it will fix the problem.

Network Adaptor Problem?
I have an Aspire 4920 and connect with no problems, but my wireless is built into the laptop. I'd say that it's you wireless connector rather than your router
Reply:If you're having problems with an N router, it might be the router. If you do buy an adapter, make sure it's the same brand as your router. N is just a draft, not an actual spec. yet so not all gear plays nice with other stuff.
Reply:check your router if it's refusing your wireless connection

or get a USB wireless card...it's like 20-30 bucks

I used to have a wireless card in my acer aspire then threw it out:)

cosmetic

Network driver help?

2009-11-19T22:03:00.002-08:00

I have an IBM netvista desktop computer i used a friends xp os cd home edtion and when i installed the o.s it had missing drivers, video,sound,"network/eithernet" and usb.. now my question is how can i get the drivers for these devices i cant get them from my friend and the cd didnt install them, i cant get internet from the IBM computer so i am using another computer with internet access to find drivers, is it possable to download network/eithernet drivers burn them to a cd then upload the cd with the drivers to my ibm netvista ? can some one with good computer knowlege guide me step by step and tell me how i can get these drivers back on to my ibm, i really just want the network/eithernet driver to work so i can get to the internet and i can find other drivers for my computer. thank you, also the network/eithernet is not a card its connected to the motherboard like an adapter and not a nic card please help.

Network driver help?
Yes you can ,if you computer is fairly new(Vista it must be)

best shot is to go to manufacture website and get the drives from there.If you friend computer is exact model as yours,

then click on C drive and look for a folder name 'DRIVERS"

copy the folder into your thumb or floppy ,then go to your computer and Paste all file in your DRIVERs folder ,Now restart your computer it will give you pop-up windows about new drivers and it will install them one by one from ,your driver you can also update your driver and when it will ask you where to look for it let it brows in your Thumb drive or whatever you have the drivers folder in.

Network problem urgent help needed?

2009-11-19T22:03:00.001-08:00

me an my friend have taken a 256 kb broad band. we both r sharing it. he is using it in his laptop using usb cable connected to the router and i am using it in my pc using dsl network adapter connected to the same router.

but when ever he is downloading anything my internet get disconnected. in spite of slow down its completely disconnected.

and the general ip address is replaced by junk ip address.

is there any networking boosting or network error correcting software available(like ip correction, renew ip, network booster, or software use for browsing in 2 computer simultaneously etc). how can i be on always? do i need to change router settings?

my isp provider is very reluctant so no meaning of complaining them. anyway i complained them few days back but they still didn't send anyone to look.

Network problem urgent help needed?
you guys need to slow down.

disconnect the router and both computers

DECIDE which computer is gonna be the boss.

Plug the boss into the modem and get on the internet.

put the router setup CD in the boss.

DO NOT CONNECT THE ROUTER YET.

when the CD tells you to plug in the router.

now your router and 1 computer are connected.

plug computer 2 into the router and run "network setup"

setup WIRELESS LAST

some wireless setups require the connections to be bridged

bridge your wired and wireless connections if nescesary

Network setup Question?

2009-11-19T22:03:00.000-08:00

Network setup Question?

I have sucessfully managed to access my laptop pc from my desktop one via my router, but i cannot see the desktop pc on my laptop, it said (the desktop pc) that due to security settings this is disabled, so it tells me to run the network setup wizard, i answer all the q's it asks, and press ok....it starts to set it up then comes up with.....'Cannot complete the network setup wizard - an error occured during configuration of the network on this computer' I got this when i tried a few months ago, does anyone have a fix to sort it out, i guess its some setting on the pc that needs changing......cheers

Network setup Question?
if u want to share files between two computers:

1-just right-click on the partition

2-choose -sharing and security,

3- click on -if you undertand......etc-,mark on -share this folder...%26amp; mark allow network users..

4-then ok. repeat the steps on other computer.

then go to:

1-my networkplace-

2-view workgroup computers

3-choose the computer u want.

4-copy ,paste any thing u want.

Network related question about DSL speed going through different hardware and different settings.?

2009-11-19T22:02:00.003-08:00

To start off with I have a 2 year degree in Network Systems Administration, A+, Network +, CCNA, 10 years of experience in computer hardware, upgrade/maintenance and building as well as about 5 years of experience with LAN hardware/software. I have a network at home big enough to run a small company. I need an opinion from an outsider as the way i look at it would be one sided. I do not have a lot of sensitive information on my network but i plan to have semi-private sometime soon. Currently i live in a small town a few miles out so I am limited to DSL @ 512Kbps, I logged into my DSL modem and checked the downstream and I am actually hitting the barrier to the next level by having a consistant Downstream of 1498Kbps. That modem is setup in bridged mode with RFC 1492, connected to my Netgear Prosafe VPN Firewall. The firewall is an FVS318 and i have a patch panel with about 4 connections going to that. Lightening took out 4 of the ports a good while back so i had to pick and choose to

Network related question about DSL speed going through different hardware and different settings.?
The pix firewall is much more powerful than the dsl router and should not slow you down at all when using it to login to your dsl connection. it is best you keep it using the bridge mode as this allows you to have full control of all settings from the pix, using the default method would put your pix behind a nat and force double nat envoirment, you would have to open needed ports on both units and could cause more headache for yourself.

This is how i would recomend:

dsl modem to pix firewall to the lan side of the linksys. make sure the router part of the linksys is disabled. also if the pix is your dns/dhcp then disable that on the linksys as well.

for the speed issues, unless your downloading large items at the time of detected slowdowns, there shouldnt be a slowdown. since your setting up a lab and have some linux experience, you might want to look at a software monitoring called MRTG it works well to show you traffic on both the pix and the linksys if the linksys is modified with an aftermarket firmware, like DD-wrt or the like.

you have two options, the simpler route is to use the linksys as its own router and create a second nat to seperate the wireless network.

a nicer option would be to set a different subnet on different interfaces on the pix. (eg. ethernet0,ethernet1) this would help manage your whole network from one point and allow upgrade of wireless in the future without needed much configuration in the future

dds

Network Magic?

2009-11-19T22:02:00.002-08:00

Have installed newest update from Network Magic now the laptop in questioin is unable to connect to the wireless network. Wireless is enabled on the machine %26amp; my other computers on the network are being seen by network magic. Have restarted the laptop twice to see if a refresh was needed but to no avail? Your help is appreciated in advance.

Network Magic?
Yes dont worry i had the same problem with it on my laptop

what you need to do is connect ot wireless networks Via network magic or it will not reconise that the laptop is connected to network, it is very simple once you ave to box up at the bottom tick the box saying always use network magic to connect or comething like that.

My home network is NOT working....help!?

2009-11-19T22:02:00.001-08:00

I got my 2 winXP computers hooked up to each other with a LAN line for network. The network used to work, but now it doesn't. It's making me mad trying to fix it. When i turn on one computer while the other is already on, it says the network has limited or no connectivity. I've tried re-doing the whole network, restarting the computers, setting the networks up again. But i still get the same message and no computers show up in my network places. I don't know what to do. it's just not working. What should i do??? i need to share files and print from my computer to the other! HELP!!!

My home network is NOT working....help!?
Add me yahoo maniacmartinuk or msn/email martin@maniacmartin.com and I'll help you as you do it
Reply:my suggestion would be to check the CAT5 cables, then the router. if that is still not working after that make a new windows network startup disc and re-do the netwrok, after you have done all that it will work. oh yes and make sure that both the computers are set for DHCP ( automatically detect IP and gateway)
Reply:well the basics are ......

unless you are connecting via hub/switch/router you must have a crossover cable

You will need to give static IP address preferably in the non routable range

192.168.1.xxx

just have the machines differing by the last character

The workgroup name needs to be the same

Switch on sharing

Share the devices / drives

Network Problem Vista Laptop?

2009-11-19T22:02:00.000-08:00

I have a windows vista Hp Pavilion tx1000 notebook pc 32 bit operating system and a amd turion 64 x2 1.60GHz

my network adapter used to work perfectly fine but one day it just stopped and i ran the diagnostics and it said plug cable into the LAN but theres nothing wrong with my wifi i use a psp on it I reinstalled NVIDIA nForce Networking Controller and that didnt work so i recovered it from the original version but that didnt work either virus scanned and everything the network still doesnt work and the wireless switch on the side doesnt turn blue when i try to turn it on and it cant find any networks please help!!! thanks

Network Problem Vista Laptop?
Well, go look at the DEVICE manager, be sure your wireless card is installed and enabled.

If the "wireless light" doesn't come on, its because the unit doesn't have the correct wireless driver installed and working.

You can reload the correct driver, if you have to, use a wired cable and download the correct one from HP. It should then work again.

http://hp.com
Reply:Have you checked your router? The network (default) connection on your laptop? If the connection switch to other unknown router, the network card may not working at all.

Network difficulties (linksys WUS854G version 4)?

2009-11-19T22:01:00.003-08:00

I am having problems connecting to the network via my linksys usb router. When I installed my router there was no signal and thus it told me to make a new network when there is already a existing router. Thus only the green power led is on whereas the link led is off. Is there a way to extend the length of the signal from my router to my existing network? I know this is possible because the geeksquad set it up and when i did a destructive reboot (due to a system error) i couldn't connect to the network. Any suggestions?

Network difficulties (linksys WUS854G version 4)?
Have you attempted pressing the little reset button in the back of the router for 30 seconds, updating the latest firmware from www.linksys.com and reconfiguring the router as if you just got it? That may actually do it.
Reply:Ya need to call GEEKSQUAD and get them back there. You dont seem like you know what your doing (no offence) and if you try to upgrade the firmware or start making setting changes, its VERY possible you will make things worse. Linksys routers are VERY forgiving as long as you know what your doing. If I were you, I'd get GEEKSQUAD back there to fix it.
Reply:access your wireless router %26gt;%26gt; wireless settings %26gt;%26gt; adjust the channel and power setting

also please check for possible interference

ex. no base of cordless phone, loudspeakers (any electronic device) near the router and wireless adapter

dental bridge

Network Load Balancer?

2009-11-19T22:01:00.002-08:00

Hello guys I really need some technical Assistance here. I'm in a Pinch! So to say..

Anyway I understand that a Network Load Balancer is used as a "replacement" for a Server. As a server can be expensive and all. So, a Network Load Balancer is Used to cut the cost.

The thing is, I recieved an abusive Email. So I copied the Full Header and sent it for tracking. I found out it was from some university. So I called up to Enquire about the IP origins.

They said that it is assigned to a network load balancer and therefore it is unlikely for anyone to have sent an email using that IP address.

The thing is, how the hell the IP got there in my full header in the first place?it's definetly not IP spoofing or Cloaking.

So I wanna ask u guys out there if you know that an IP can be captured when someone is connected to a network Load Balancer to send an Email.

Thanks !

Network Load Balancer?
Hello There!

I saw your response on another post where you directed me to your question. . . .and quite frankly there are only two correct answers.

Answer One. Who ever you spoke to at the University is outright lying to you.

Answer Two. Who ever you spoke to at the University doesn't know what they are talking about!

The Load Balancer is acting as a server that directs traffic through multiple routes. . .so in fact, what you have is a Cheap Router/Server! Any Server or Load Balancer that has more than one network device in it, is actually acting as a Router too! And each Network that they are connected to must have a separate and unique Network address.

When a packet from the private side of your network, travels through the router (Load Balancer) it doesn't keep it's private network address. The IP address is replaced with that of the NEW Network that it has just travelled on, hence the address of the Load Balancer!!! BUT the load balancer/server/router always keeps the physical address of any packet that it receives in an ARP table so that a response or a reply can get back to the original sender.

This happens around the entire web, and think of it like Hanzel and Gretel dropping crumbs to find their way back home. . .except the birds don't eat them. . .they can just age out of the system ARP Table.

The Physical Address or MAC (Media Access Control) address is what is also known as a BIA. . .Burnt In Address. . .and it is usually on a Prom Chip on the network device. Some can be programmed with software.

Anyway, all the "load balancers" and routers and even your PC keeps an ARP table for look up! The network address and MAC Address are replaced in the 'Sender Info' fields within the packet when the packet goes through the "load Balancer" or Router. . .but the MAC from the packet that is originally being routed is captured to put in the ARP Table and kept somewhere within the packet headers, (different packet types keep it in different places) so that if a reply is received, the Router, server, or load balancer knows where to send the reply.

Therefore, ANYONE who is on one of the private University's internal networks and sends a packet that goes through the Load Balancer and RIGHT OUT to the Internet that packet will have the IP Address of the Load Balancer.

Call them back and tell them to get a clue! Or that some certification courses might help them. It isn't you who has the problem you don't understand . .it is them!
Reply:Thank you for your e-mail. I wrote you a response but Yahoo! Doesn't allow me to send it to you.

Good Luck, keep in touch and stay safe! Report It

Reply:I think the load balancer takes incoming traffic requests and forwards those requests to 1 of multiple internal servers (www3.yahoo.com, for example) and then that server sends you responses directly. In this sense all requests to one URL are load balanced among several independent servers. Essentially it is just URL redirection based on traffic usage. You can send information to a load balancer's IP but the load balancer never sends traffic outside of the LAN. So, that would probably be spoofing.
Reply:Instead why dont you report to spamcop in regards with the same.

Computer network help?

2009-11-19T22:01:00.001-08:00

i have 3 computers and a ps3 all working fine on my home network. Got another laptop and it finds my secure network but cant get on to it because the network key box doesnt come up. Its a linksys router, and if i take it outside its finds other secure networks and when you click them it ask for the network key. Any help thanks

Computer network help?
Why not manually set the profile? Enter the SSID and the network key.

Network problem help me please ....?

2009-11-19T22:01:00.000-08:00

I connect my computer with other computers in my office in Hub . Here my problem is ,, i think to connect with my Main computer to share files and folder . When i open my admin account in my computer the network will connected properly . But in the same my computer User mode i cant find any other network places and also i search in the network too . I dont know how to i connect with the network files in user mode?? Am using Workgroup only..

Network problem help me please ....?
Make sure you have file sharing turned on, on all the computers.
Reply:Make sure they are shared files

Click on start and then run

type :

\\COMPUTER NAME

[with that name being the one you are trying to connect to]

And your shared files will show up on the screen

If that doesn't work, check the permission settings under security on the files you are trying to share. If it works under administrator but not user, then the permissions could be set too high. Check the sharing permissions [when you right click on the folder and say share] or on the folder itself [right click and go to security] - if the user isn't listed there it will not work properly.
Reply:Perhaps, you have to make files public in administration so users can access them. Moving selected file/folders to a public folder.

I networked my home computers through a Broadband router & DSL modem after a few days we loose network?

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capability. I was tired of waiting to get on my computer because mine of course is the fastest, so the kids prefer it- dsl, 2 gig ram- anyway, I cancelled the dial-up service in my older sons room on his phone line, bought a US Robotics broadband router and networked my boys computers and mine to share the DSL connection- I am sure we won't lose any bandwidth, anyway after a couple days the kids computers continually stop recognizing they are networked and wont go on the internet. It takes tons of time to reconfigure. I am new to networking, it seems basic, however, could I be doing something wrong? I use the Win XP Pro network wizard and a disk I burned per choices the wizard gave me...any ideas or suggestions to prevent this reoccuring problem?

I networked my home computers through a Broadband router %26amp; DSL modem after a few days we loose network?
OK, since you have a router the individual computers shouldn't be going through any processes involving wizards or disks. The Windows XP Internet connection sharing is designed to try and share a broadband connection WITHOUT a router (and that type of connection often does conk out after a couple of days- it attempts to have other machines connect to the Internet through your computer, instead of connecting directly to the router)

All machines should have their TCP/IP settings as "obtain an IP address automatically" and "obtain DNS server automatically" - that's all. Your router will be the gateway but you don't need to specify that manually.

Anything else is probably creating more problems for you. I recommend deleting the existing network connection on the kids machine and let Windows XP create a default "Local area network" connection for you.

Did you previously have just one machine connected via the DSL modem, before you added a router? When the connection drops now, is your machine affected too, or just the kid's?

SBC/AT%26amp;T has recently been shipping some Speedstream DSL modems that work fine when connected directly to a computer but eventually drop the connection when routers are involved- what brand/model is your DSL modem?
Reply:one simple method.. to click run type cmd...( imean once u confirm all settings are correct but keeps droppin connections) on all coms and once a black screen appears, type ipconfig..

u can check the connections, the ip add and the subnetmask matches wat was on the router...

den if all matches, u could try to ping the router by typing "ping (ur ip add). all send and receive, den should be a pro..

or u could simply reset the ip address on the computers

IP addresses are unique numbers asssigned to every device on a network. They are automatially provided to your computers and devices by the HomePortal or OfficePortal using a network service known by the acronym DHCP. "Releasing" an IP address instructs the DHCP server that you are finished with the address and that it can be made available for other devices on the network. "Renewing" your IP address instructs the DHCP to either extend the time you are allowed to use your assigned address or to provide you an address if you don't already have one.

Normally, the process of releasing and renewing IP addresses is complely automated. However, in some instances, you may wish to refresh your IP address to troubleshoot a networking problem.

To release and renew your IP address on Windows 2000 and Windows XP:

Click on Start and select Run.

Type cmd and click OK.

When the black command screen opens (i.e. C:\%26gt;), type ipconfig /release. This will release your IP address. Once your address is released, you will temorarily lose network connectivity.

Once the adapter has released the IP address, type ipconfig /renew. This will request a new IP address. Within one minute your new IP address should appear. After renewing the IP address you should see an IP address of 172.16.x.x, 192.168.x.x, or 10.0.x.x. ("x" will be replaced by a number between 0 and 255.) If it shows an IP of 169.x.x.x then it is possible you are not physicially connected to the network. In this case, be sure that your computer's adapter is securely connected and any cables are securely connected.
Reply:if your networking workgroup is still set as MSHOME. then try changing it to something else
Reply:restart
Reply:Okay, I've seen a lot of good posts except the"repinging the router??!" I've never heard of that.

Anyways, if the PCs are getting an IP ADDRESS (not 169.), open command prompt and type "ping yahoo.com" if you get four replies, great! If you get something else, like host unknown, that's a DNS issue and ensure you're passing the right DNS information from the router. Routers like to use their internal address, which doesn't work well sometimes. If you get reply timed out, then the issue is between your router and the ISP. So I would look at the router's external interface (wan, or whatever) and see if it has an ip address.

I am curious to know if its the PCs that are having the issue (dns or what not) or the router (losing the ip lease, etc)
Reply:OK so you have the following.

Router

Modem

I am assuming that you are using your unit to share out the internet to your childrens computers.

"bought a US Robotics broadband router and networked my boys computers and mine to share the DSL connection"

Did you get a hub?

It would be better to use a hub in sharing your internet. Each unit is independent from each other. File sharing is where the problem starts.

Another thing you have to check is that your XP firewall protection might have just engaged. Cause sometimes it happens, its a flaw.
Reply:Repinging the router often helps. this allows the Router to reconnect to the proper DNS that your ISP gave you. Disabling or Unbinding Shares might help also.

http://www.grc.com/su-bondage.htm

http://www.grc.com/su-rebindingnt.htm

Those arent porn sites, its Steve Gibson Research.

Its a little dated now, but it gives the basics of any network useing Windows.

http://compnetworking.about.com/od/homen...

It may just be the NetBEUI, but sounds like packet hopping, wich can also be NetBEUI related, microsoft will learn one day, but heck, they use Linux.
Reply:did you run both wizzards at the same time and was evertying connected at the time and on?
Reply:This problem may due to virus, kindly scan for virus if not found infected then try using the ping %26lt;I.P.Address%26gt; -t command from start %26gt; run and check the response.

dental floss

Network problem: When I goto start>control panel>network connections it shows none?

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I have the latest drivers for my motherboard, but I'm having networking issues, I can't set up a static IP because I have no connections in my network connections folder. This computer is networked to 3 others, and none of them have a problem getting files from this comp, and vice versa. I can't set up online games either. I'm assuming that's related. I'm using win XP pro with an Asus A8N5X motherboard. Any help is appreciated.

Network problem: When I goto start%26gt;control panel%26gt;network connections it shows none?
Isolate...the key to solving a problem...

1st, you've said that the latest drivers are already installed , try opening the Device Manager and then check %26amp; see if your NETWORK ADAPTER is really installed %26amp; does not have a yellow icon or 'X' icon showing.

2nd, also try doing a ping to this address: 127.0.0.1

doing a 'ping 127.0.0.1' (without the quotes) would check if your network adapter is working fine...and if this method would show up negative, your network adapter is not working...

3rd, your motherboard i believe has the built-in network adapter, try re-installing the device driver(s) of your network adapter...

4th, if all the above doesn't work, get a network PCI-slot adapter replacement...
Reply:Queen,

You can try to setup a new connection in the upper left hand corner of the Network Connections screen. I would advise turning the firewall off, too, that can be a pain in the a** as well when trying to network.

Good Luck !!
Reply:May be possible something happened wrong to your network properties.. may b a virus or anything..

Anyway, now start again. in network connections, click 'make a new connection', select connection type, and go on. This should be resolved. Also, go to windows help, it's good in xp.

Also check your computer with latest anti-virus.
Reply:Ok, on the backside of your computer should be where the network cable connects. Wherever it is plugged in, there should usually be a yellowish light and a green light.

Are the lights on and are they flashing? If not, then your network adapter is not working, unplug and replug the cable to see whether it is just a lose connection.

Next, check your Device Manager (Rightclick on My Computer, Hardware Tab, Device Manager button) and see whether there are any items with red x's or yellow circles with exclamation marks. If so, you either disabled the device and it needs to be re-enabled, or there is a problem with the driver. Rightclick on the device and either click Enable or Properties.

In Properties, click on Driver and if the device worked before, maybe click on driver rollback to go back to an older driver ... that would normally only be the case if your drivers were recently updated.

Sorry for the long answer, hope some of it helps ...

Network Problem?

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Can anyone please help me? I've got a problem with my network. On my desktop, when i try to view the Desktops network, it shuts down explorer.exe. I've rebooted, and re-entered the network information (Setting up A network). . . Please help. . . Another problem, is that i can't access my laptop's shared files from the desktop. It says it's nonaccessible, and file sharing is enabled on both pc's. . . Please help

Network Problem?
Sounds like your Exploere shell is damaged, either by a virus, or it has corrupted itself.
Reply:yes, I agree with the previous post.

this is a windows problem more than a "network problem."

NFL Network - Switch From Comcast with No Penalty?

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Would you expect this to be true?

You can ditch your Comcast contract with no penalty and switch to another provider (Direct TV for example) to get NFL Network.

Comcast removed the NFL Network from its Digital Preferred package.

If you want NFL Network from Comcast, you now have to pay what will become $5 per month.

Comcast did NOT cut the price of the Digital Preferred package even though many many people signed up for Digital Preferred because NFL Network was included. And, they have since taken it away.

Comcast told me that they would not charge me a penalty if I ditched their service because I signed up for the service before they removed the NFL Network.

Does anyone have Verizon FiOS TV or Direct TV? Do you like the service?

NFL Network - Switch From Comcast with No Penalty?
yeah I have Direct T,V, it gets 800 channels and NFL network at a very reasonable price. NFL network is year around and shows highlights, replays, and top of the line games. I suggest buying it if possible. NFL network is better than NBATV thats for sure I've tried both. hope all works well for you

Network Setup.........Help!?

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Alright, I'm trying to set up a home network so I can share files between computers, and i am having some difficulties. :( I have a 2-Wire 2701HG-B router/modem for my internet connection.

- I have a Windows Vista Desktop PC connected through a ethernet cable to the 2-Wire.

- I have a Windows XP Desktop PC connected through a ethernet cable to the 2-Wire.

- I have a 2nd Windows XP Desktop PC connected through a ethernet cable to the 2-Wire.

- I have a Windows XP Laptop connected wirelessly to the 2-Wire.

- I have a HP Photosmart C6150 connected wirelessly to the 2-Wire.

- and last, I have a Sony PSP connected wirelessly to the 2-Wire.

I do not need to share files obviously through my PSP or printer. However, they do need to be connected though the 2-Wire to access the internet for the PSP and to print from all of the above listed computer for the printer. Can anyone help me set up my home network? I would need step by step instructions on how to set it up. THANK YOU!

Network Setup.........Help!?
So what works and what doesn't?

Can the wireless clients access the Internet? Do the printers work? etc

dental supply

Network Places in Vista?

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Ok, when I would want to add a website I was wanting to update I would open it up in Frontpage and then that website would appear in my "Network Places" (Start %26gt; my Network Places.

I now have Vista and cannot figure out how to add a network place. I need to do it by typing in my http address and network password. PLEASE HELP!!!!

Network Places in Vista?
Just open your "Computer", now right click in the white blank area (not on any hard disk/optical drive icon) and then click "Add a Network Location".

Follow the instructions from the wizard...

Enjoy!

Computer is switching to a different network?

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Ok my computer connects to network 1 (the only network i have) whenever i restart the router and my computer at the same time..BUT after about 20 minutes my computer auto switches from network 1 to network 2...I dont have a network 2 and when it switches like this it wont connect to the internet...so the only way to reconnect seems to be to restart the entire network/system. I have no clue what to do about this...and when i try and connect to a different network when its on the imaginary network 2 it says "no networks available" So..any ideas on how to fix this?

Computer is switching to a different network?
Go to my networks, select the network you don't want and select " connect manually"

The network will be only ON DEMAND

1. If using the Windows Classic Start menu, click Start | Settings | Control Panel. If using the default Windows XP Start menu, click Start | Control Panel.

2. Double-click the Network Connections icon to view network connections.

3. You may have several connection options listed. Right-click the icon for "Wireless Network Connection" and choose Properties.

4. In the Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box, select the Wireless Networks tab.

5. If the "Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings" is not checked, third-party connection software may be in use. Consult that product's documentation to determine how to disable automatic wireless connections. If the "Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings" is checked, then continue with the steps below.

6. Under Preferred networks, highlight the name of the network to which you plan to connect and click Advanced.

7. In the Advanced dialog box, click "Access point (infrastructure) networks only".

8. Remove the check mark from "Automatically connect to non-preferred networks".

9. Click Close.

10. Click OK.

11. Close the Network Connections window by clicking the X in the upper right corner of the window.

For Ethernet networks:

Go to Network Connections. =%26gt; Select the Network

=%26gt; go to authentication =%26gt; uncheck all the check boxes

Good luck
Reply:It sounds like you have more than one network interface (i.e. wireless and and ethernet card). Let's assume that you use the ethernet card for Network 1, and that it has problems or times out after twenty minutes. The PC then tries to connect on the second interface, which looks to you like Network 2. Try disabling the second interface, then you can troubleshoot the timeouts or disconnects on Network 1. Hope this helps...

teething

Unsecured Wireless Network?

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I always see a unsecured network when scanning through the available networks in my area... its name is "linksys". I figure it's not my network because when I disconnect my router and stuff... it still shows up (while mine disappears of course).

Question 1: Would it generally be safe to log onto this unsecured network with my laptop? My laptop has no important documents or anything and I would only use it to go to public websites [ so like nothing important (ex. emails, financial accounts, etc.) ].

Question 2: There's this site that tracks IP's because it does not allow multiple accounts to be created from the same IP. If I use this unsecured network on my laptop... is my IP different (i.e. will the site allow me to create another account) from my desktop computer which is using my actual network?

Unsecured Wireless Network?
Using a neighbor's wireless access point may not be legal even with their permission. The answer varies depending on the policies of residential Internet service providers and plans among other factors.

Many U.S. states prohibit unauthorized access to computer networks including open Wi-Fi networks. While interpretations of these laws may vary, some precedents have been set in recent years:

2007 - a man in Michigan was fined for using the Wi-Fi hotspot of a local cafe, from his car

2006 - Illinois man David Kauchak was fined for unauthorized use of a local agency's Wi-Fi access point

2005 - a Florida man faced felony charges for piggybacking onto a neighbor's Internet connection without their permission

Just as entering a home or business without the owner's permission is considered trespassing (even if the doors are unlocked), likewise accessing wireless Internet connections (even open access ones) can be considered an illegal activity.
Reply:yes it is. Well a lot of people steal other wireless accounts near they're house. If you are not a secret agent well you don't care about your files safety. And yes you'll have a new IP, just test it. But i saw myself the linksys and it never works. Good luck hacker!

Network Setup, Set by Step, Newly Started from ground up.?

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I am currently taking a networking class and was assigned the task of building a network from start to finish. I have really been struggling with this. I must show step by step instructions on how to configure 5 servers with different applications on each one. I am SOOO new to computers, this is my first network class, and I have so much information rolling in my head and I need help connecting the dots. Does anyone or can anyone provide a checklist, persay, that covers the necessary tasks that is needed to properly set up a network or have any ideas where I can go for information. I have LIVED on Google and Images Google As of now my biggest issues are have I forgotten anything and how in sam H E double toothpicks do I configure a LINUX server with RedHat. Going out of my mind...Please someone save me!

Cannan

Network Setup, Set by Step, Newly Started from ground up.?
http://www.ehow.com/how_2182140_set-up-w...

Network issues - too many routers?

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I have a slight problem with my office network. Situation is as follows:

5 different PCs (1 on XP, the rest on Vista).

Comcast provided cable modem/router, connected to a Linksys switch and a Linksys WRT54GS wireless router. The switch is then connected to a patch panel to feed rj45 ports around the office.

The one guy who uses the wireless hook-up can't see any of the other PCs on the network (despite much tinkering with private/public networks, automatic IP acquisition, etc) and I think it probably comes down to the fact that the cable modem/router and the WRT54GS are both trying to run their own, separate networks.

I suspect what I need to do is throw out the WRT54GS and replace it with a wireless access point - unless there's some jiggery-pokery I can do to disable the WRT54GS's routing functions?

Any other thoughts gratefully received.

Network issues - too many routers?
I'm trying to get hold of a manual to give you a more informed answer, but I suggest that your instincts are correct. Either disabling its routing functions or replacing it with a simple AP would most likely solve the problem.

As I can't, right now, give you a working link to a manual or similar I'll settle for giving you the support of a certified network engineer (as I don't know your level of education.)

-Matthew, Cisco Certified Network Associate.

Edit: I have found a manual and now believe that your best course of action would be simply to disable the WRT54GS's DHCP server.

Network connection problem?

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Mi network card says that the capability of my network does nor match the requirment of the network My network card is a D LINK DWL G510 and my router is a netgear roter where can i check the settings. My brother have already connect to the internet with his laptop so i think the problem is my computer

Network connection problem?
do a google for xp winsock fix , download and run on both computers
Reply:It sounds like the card is having a problem with the operating system. If you are using Windows Vista, you may want to see if Dlink has a driver on their website for your network card that supports Windows Vista.

dentures

Network Load Balancer's IP address?

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Network Access Flaw?

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Hey,

Theres a flaw in my wireless network. I have found out anyone can connect to it without using a password.

I found this out by using a PSP and got on the network in less then 30 seconds. Bad times.

2 networks come up, one without a name but it requirers a password.

Another called 'default' and anyone can connect to that.

It may not be my network actually, but is there anyway to find out?

Thanks,

- Mike

Network Access Flaw?
There's a way to test, but you'll need two computers. Have one log on to your network and another log on to "default". Check the IP address of each computer (type "ipconfig" from a command prompt). First see if the subnets match (the first three sets of numbers are the same, such as 192.168.1.xxx) If they don't, you're not on the same network.

If they do, type "ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx" from a command prompt on one computer (where the x's represent the IP address of the OTHER computer). If you can't ping the other computer, you're not on the same network.
Reply:You don't give us enough information.

How is the PSP Connecting?

What equipment do you have?

What system do you use?

etc.

Network Troubleshooting?

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Hi... All

I am Yash and working with NGOs. We have over internal network, in this network we have total 25 machines and two Dell servers one is proxy server and other is Application server. Half of Machine (15-16) in workgroup and other in Domain. We have BSNL Broadband connection for Internet. We have also updated Symantec Server edition.

The Problem is Internet access. Every three to five minute the BSNL modem automatically disconnects and we can ping the modem the error come like - Request time out. And we can not access the Internet.

We checked the modem through BSNL Officer and they says modem is ok, problem in your network

How we find where is the problem? Any software is check my network and finding error

Please tell me and guide me as soon as possible.....

With best regards

Yash

Network Troubleshooting?
This is a difficult to trouble shoot situation. You could try some "packet sniffing" software to see if a particular machine is causing the issue but that isn't the easiest thing to find.

I would go the following route, maybe faster.

1. How does the modem work with a single computer attached, all other networking items off! if it still disconnects then the wiring to it may be suspect or at the time BSNL checked it was working fine. Modems can cause this as can bad inbound lines and that can be very difficult to isolate unless the modem is checked over a longer time span than just a quick, yes it is working test!

2. Then start by "isolating" what is downline. I usually start with the first item that gets connected, like the switch or router. Then check with only ONE computer again! If the issue appears its that device! Then since you have both a DOMAIN and a workgroup. Connect ONLY the domain and see it the problem starts. If the problem appears, check the domain controller by itself and see it the problem still exists, if it does its that machine! You might also check all switches, routers, etc that are in use in the domain! (I have seen switches and routers just hang, Routers particularly!)

3. Then start connecting each workgroup machine one at a time. When you hit the one causing the issue you can then look at that machine, Viruses, trojans, anything that generates excessive traffic! Domain/workgroup collisions can indeed be at fault.

You might get a clue from the logs on the domain controller as well, see if anything "corresponds with the disconnects".

Good Luck - These aren't easy
Reply:Dial up connections are generally not recommended for a business of your size anymore. Also connection problems aside the BSNL bandwidth is probably not adequate for the demands that many users will put on it. If it is available you should consider getting permanent connection rather than Dial up, 1.5Mb or better.

Wireless network stuck on "acquiring network address"?

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I just installed a new router using a laptop. The laptop I used to install the router is having trouble connecting to the wireless network. I also have another laptop that is working fine with the wireless network. The laptop I used to install the router gets stuck in the "acquiring network address" phase.

I would also like to know if I need to have a computer connected to the router at all times for the router to work. Or can I run all computers in the apartment through the wireless network?

Wireless network stuck on "acquiring network address"?
you don't HAVE to have a PC connected via ethernet, you can run all wirelessly. If one works it must not be the router. make sure you don't have any static IP set in control panel %26gt; network connections %26gt; wireless %26gt; tcp/ip make sure you have the securit key and type correct, make sure the signal is good. Also make sure when your trying to connect via wireless you don't have the ethernet plugged in as well
Reply:rte
Reply:you might have to find out if that router is able to connect with the wireless internet
Reply:on your router config enable DCHP
Reply:You should have all the machines either wirelessly or LAN cable connected to it. The router works stand-alone. If you installed any software on it for the router uninstall it, most of this just conflicts with your wireless card software.

dentistry

Network controll?

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my pc is the network administrator in my office network, how can I controll the network in my office for example, I want to disconnect the internet someone connected to my network?

Network controll?
Do you have permission to do this by the owner of the network? Messing around with the network can cause loss of productivity %26amp; for some crazy reason that tends to anger bosses. I wouldn't recommend you do this. If you do have permission....

This depends on how your pc is the network administrator. Is it a server? How are the other pc's connected? What type of software is being used? Every network is set up a bit differently %26amp; thus network rights are set up differently.

The easiest way is to simply remove the ethernet cable from the back of their machine.

I wouldn't recommend that you start messing around with the network settings on a sunday night. It might make for a really bad monday if you accidentally make a wrong configuration change.

I also strongly recommend your getting a good network administration how-to book before you do anything. %26amp; definitely document the current network settings %26amp; screen shot them. %26amp; document every change you do make. That way if you do make a mistake, you won't spend hours trying to find it.

From there you will be able to make the necessary changes to either your server software, firewall, or whatever it is your network uses to share internet usage.
Reply:I assume you mean the server when you say the network administrator pc.

Hopefully they didn't tell you the network login and password to give you administrative control or they may be in for a few surprises if you have no IT experience.

When I was the network administrator I had to toss people off the network from the actual server not from a pc.
Reply:You could place a filter on the specific IP or MAC of that computer, or depending on the network hardware, you could completely disallow internet connections, by allowing only network connections. ( being more specific with your hardware, I could give more details, but as it stands, that's all I can offer at the moment )
Reply:Some people have no sense of fun and humor.

Some people have children.

Others have accountant and serious network it types.

There are a couple ways to do this

You have not indicated what operating system you have on your computer that is acting as the server ( or gatekeeper of the network)

1) the easiest way would be if you have access to the router ( the device that shares the network among the users)

If it is a fairly easy standard router ( not a real commercial router like a cisco router) you could lock them out in the router by locking out the particular device by mac number ( the number on the network card)

You can get some ideas and help here:

http://portforward.com/

If you are allowed access to the router change the admin password so others cannot easily change it back

tech support of standard retail routers - linksys , dlink , belkin , netgear etc will be more than helpful

2) To cause trouble you could have some inconsistency with file sharing

as the admin you can set permission for file sharing - who is allowed access and what type ( full , read only) to certain files

They can have access to some but not others and it can change from time to time

http://www.theeldergeek.com/quick_guide_...

3) Lastly as the admin you are the gatekeeper

however you have not specified the operating system and type of network

windows xp ?

windows server 2003 or 2000

linux ?

Network problem can anyone help?

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I have dual operating system (Linux %26amp; Windows Xp) in my system. In Linux Os there is no problem with the network. It is working fine. In Windows Os Network is not working. I am using separate ip address for all the machines in my network. My proxy address is also correct. When I open network connections it shows Connected. But there is no packet sending and receiving. I cannot ping the system with other system. I checked firewall also.

If I open any application in my system mouse freeze for a while and starts working. What may be the problem?

Network problem can anyone help?
If the other OS (Linux) can work properly so there are no hardware problem.

IP address should be good as it works previously before.

You can try using DHCP for your windows and you should can't even get a private IP (169.165 range) and all you get is 0.0.0.0 than you should tried WinSockFix and LSPfix.
Reply:contact your nearest niit center
Reply:1. Change to dynamic IP and try. or

2. Check for duplicate computer name in the LAN. or

3. Run a virus scan, update patches, seems ur system is virus infected.
Reply:Try this forum, there are some very good computer dudes hanging out there.

http://www.networkersdebut.com/forum/ind...
Reply:Make sure the work group is same and the Ip address are inn series.
Reply:Reinstall ur network card drivers.
Reply:You seem not to have a hardware issue coz linux is working so maybe your WindowsTCP/IP stack is the problem, if all your configurations are fine. You can try re-installing it.
Reply:download XP TCP/IP Repair 1.0

Home network problem?

2009-11-16T17:54:00.000-08:00

I had two pc's connected to my netgear router. My laptop which is wireless. And a desktop they are both running xp home and i had a network drive mapped on the desktop and i could access the network drive on both pc's. I just came across an old computer running xp pro that i was going to use to just store all my files but when i did the network setup wizard and put it on the "Home" network it will not show up in that network so i cannot map a drive...I was wondering if anyone Knew what i could do.

Home network problem?
Make sure the firewall on the XP Pro PC is allowing File and Printer sharing.
Reply:This problem is often caused by either firewall software or antivirus software.

Additionally, have you checked to make sure they are in the same Workgroup or domain? They must be in order for the standard windows clients to find them. Additionally, if you go to your Network Connections, right click on your adapters properties, and install Client for Microsoft Windows Nework and all the additional Service Advertising Utilities, this may resolve the issue.

As always, reboot after these types of changes.

Good luck.
Reply:Enable the Netbios/NETBui protocol in the network stack. That usually will resolve an issue like this.
Reply:Right click on the My computer ICON on the Desktop of all three systems, then properties, then the "Computer Name" tab. Make the machine names unique and the Workgroup names IDENTICAL on all three systems.
Reply:check this link its good

http://workathomeandearnmoney.blogspot.c...

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Reply:Just a extra quick check. Make sure you have an IP address and your machine is set to DHCP (if enabled) or has a static IP address in the same range as your local LAN.

Start a cmd prompt (Start-%26gt;RUN-%26gt;"type" cmd) and run ipconfig (to check ip address)

type "ping a.b.c.d" (a.b.c.d is an IP address in your local LAN on one of the other machines use ipconfig to get this from the other machine) should get !!!!!

if not you will need to adjust the settings probably on the old XP machine.

Network Magic Mac installation trouble...?

2009-11-16T17:53:00.003-08:00

I just bought network Magic 4.6 for my PC's and got the Mac version for my MacBook. I installed it on a Vista machine and an XP machine successfully but am having trouble getting it to work with my MacBook. As soon as I try to open the NM program, it tries to connect to the network but I get a "Connection Failure" message. The exact message I get is as follows: Network Magic was unable to connect to the Network Magic Monitor. Please quit and try again. If the problem persists you should restart your computer. I restart but with no luck-same thing. I made sure I have the latest version. The router I am using is an Apple Airport Extreme. The version of OS X I am running is "10.4.11". Please help!

Network Magic Mac installation trouble...?
I just did a little work on a network with Network Magic and my first thought would be that the MacBook is not connected to the Internet, if this is the case then Network Magic will not detect a network originally on the computer (don't know why). If you can get the computer connected the the net and then run Network Magic it should work from then on.

Hope this helped. (Personally, I was not that enamored of NM myself, especially for a Mac, but...)
Reply:Try this as Macs don't need "network magic" to connect to a PC network

http://guides.macrumors.com/Networking_W...

veneers

Network drive on Vista Hellllpppp !!!!?

2009-11-16T17:53:00.002-08:00

I bought a new laptop today, and connected it to my home (wired) network, but can't get it talking to a shared network drive I have connected to my XP machine. I have tried everything and can't get it to even see the XP machine or the shared drive on the network...

Have already tried 'map network drive' but it doesn't work.

Somebody please help before I set the damn laptop on fire!!!!

Network drive on Vista Hellllpppp !!!!?
I went through this same issue sort of...I just had to unshare the drive on the XP machine, re-boot then re-share the drive. At that time too my vista machine got rebooted and then it showed up just fine, no problems, and they are not even in the same workgroups.
Reply:If computers name does not work in the above try:

\\

the the ip of the xp machine

\\192.168.1.2 for example

also check the firewall on the xp machine isn't blocking it.
Reply:Try opening Explorer (Windows Logo (Start) %26gt; Computer), and typing the desktop's name, preceded by two back slashes (\\).

Another thing to try is to make sure that both computers are running in the same Workgroup, which can be changed in the Computer Name section.

Network Key!?

2009-11-16T17:53:00.001-08:00

I've just had my laptop sent in for repairs and also reformatted so I just got it home and it's pretty much blank. Anyway, I'm trying to connect to my wireless internet. I can't connect to the "home wireless network" because I need to type in the network key. Before i got it wiped clean, the network key was always just automatically already there. I am now on our main PC which is what the Wireless Router is connected to but I dont know how to find out what my network key is...??!

Network Key!?
You can log onto the network interface from the pc that can connect? Then the password you entered should be the network key. Or it's entirely possible you did not set a new password %26amp; have been using the default manufacturers password. If not you will have to reset the network key if you didn't write down what it was for future reference.

Edit: just read your above postscript.... you will have to ask your dad for the password. Or look inside the manual of the router, most people write the password inside the manual to make sure they don't lose it. Or they tape it under the router.

Edit: Your isp did not set up your router %26amp; has no idea what the logon password will be. They only know the the dialup/dsl/broadband username %26amp; password ---%26gt; not the router that is connecting to the isp. Only the person who setup the router knows the network password %26amp; username ---%26gt; your dad.
Reply:you need to call you ISP and they will give you your UN and PW info you will need all his info before you call them
Reply:You can just reset the entire router to default configuration. This will allow for a admin login to the router with "admin" as the user and "admin" as the password. Sometimes it is just "admin" for the user and the password is blank. Either way, to reset the router, there should be a small pinhole towards the back of the router, usually near the power input, labeled "Reset". Find a small object (undo a paper clip) and insert it into the hole to press the reset button until the lights on the front of the router go off then turn back on. This should restore the router to factory defaults and allow for a whole new setup.

Network, XP?

2009-11-16T17:53:00.000-08:00

Can I have two networks??

We already have a network (school : registrar, library etc..), can I create another network between two PCs (inside the library) without disconnecting to the main network?

How?

Network, XP?
Place a second NIC in both PC's to form a new network

you can even bridge the two networks
Reply:The only reason I can imagine why you would want to do that is for security reasons. In that case you are best off creating a private network for those two computers behind a firewall.
Reply:i am not up to speed in this stuff but i guess you need a router type device. Instead of connecting the router to a phone line, the router will need a ethernet output that can connect to the main net.

Networking tutorials

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This website has an excellent learning centre with tutorial videos.

The videos may take up to hour to run through but you can select segments listed under the video, or use the pause.

http://www.linksys.com click learning centre

In support of williams posting above, type bridge network in XP help.

but it does say you can only have one bridge network per computer

Home network?

2009-11-16T17:52:00.003-08:00

I have a network called "Local". Attached to it is a wired laptop and a wireless laptop. My router is a Linksys WRT300N. Since adding my wireless laptop the network, I have had my connection drop on a continuous basis. My connection was fine until then. How do I remove my wireless laptop from the network called "local"? Or is there a way to stay in the "local" network without sacrificing my wireless signal.

Additional info:

2 laptops on the network

Router on 2nd floor of an open layout house

Currently file and print sharing (printer attached to laptop upstairs).

Thank

A.

Home network?
If you want to turn off file and print sharing,

Start - Network Connections

then click on appropriate network connection type: for you probably (Wireless Network Connection)

then unclick the check box for "file and printer sharing"
Reply:Not sure I understand it all Angela, but I think you've already diagnosed the problem. You're not getting the wireless signal to the laptop. Better if you are on the same floor as the router.

cosmetic dentistry

Are Network Interface Cards (NIC) and Network Adapters the same?

2009-11-16T17:52:00.002-08:00

Im a bit confused when I go on the net to research on networking I see one site saying to use Network Interface Cards (NIC) and another saying to use Network Adapters, are NIC and Network Adapters the same.

Are Network Interface Cards (NIC) and Network Adapters the same?
Yes they are same
Reply:NIC is an Interface (or slot) in your motherboard for adding special type of network cards .. but this is NOT an network card
Reply:They're the same.

Networking Vista on an XP Network?

2009-11-16T17:52:00.001-08:00

How do I get my new Vista laptop to show up on my network so the vista machine shows up my XP machines (My Networks). I have tried everything. No firewalls. All the XP machines on the network show up in Vista. Vista can exchange files with them, and I can explore the XP machines. Vista is invisible to them. There is no security or firewall softare enable on Vista, and sharing is enable and yes they are all on the same workgroup. Bonus points if there is something I can do to drain the time out of microsoft engineers and execs who invented this cr*p.

Thanks!

Networking Vista on an XP Network?
1,You have to change the network groups' names to the SAME. For example, if your XP PC's workgroup name is "Workgroup", you should change your Vista PC's workgroup name to "Workgroup" as well. To do this in Vista,go to system properties(right click on Computer - Properties-Advanced system settings - Computer name- Change). Under Computer name, its the network group name.You need to restart after changing workgroup name.

2,In Network and Sharing Center, make sure that "Network discovery" is ON, "File sharing" is ON, "Password protected sharing" is OFF. And your network is "Private network" (unless you want it to be public.)

3,Then you can share folders.Right click on a folder - Properties-Sharing - Click "Share" -Choose "Everyone" in the drop down list - Click Add.(This is very important, otherwise you cannot access the folder from your other PCs.).Then Click on "Advanced Sharing"- Check "Share This Folder" - OK.

Now you're all set! Go to your XP's Network and refresh it to see if your folder is there.
Reply:I had the same issue and I had to disable the IPv6 under the network card settings to get it to work.
Reply:Most computer professionals agree that the best fix for Vista, right now, is to get rid of it for at least two years until the bugs are out of it. More and more of us are fed up with Microsoft hassles and some of us are doing something about it.

What I am doing is to dump Microsoft completely and install instead a really easy to use Linux system called Kubuntu. It is available for free at www.kubuntu.org Some of the advantages Kubuntu have over Vista are:

1. Never an activation hassle with Kubuntu. They encourage you to share the disk with your friends, instead!

2 Security. There are over 114,000 virii that infect Windows boxes that Kubuntu is immune to.

3. Speed. With Kubuntu, you can be online from a blank hard drive in 10 minutes, while Windows requires about 2 hours to be online with formatting, configuring, updating and installing antivirus software.

4. Maintenance. Since Windows throws data any old place on the hard drive, it needs to be defragmented regurarly. Kubuntu has no defragmenter as it is not needed. This saves you time.

5. Security. Kubuntu is MUCH more secure than out of the box Windows. For example, in Win XP the guest account is enabled by default. That means a hacker can log on to your computer anonomysouly, do his dirty work, and be gone.

6. Ease of Installation. Kubuntu does not require a 16 digit key to be entered (heaven help the person who looses their Windows key!) and Kubuntu has many more drivers available for Plug and Play in its database. The reason is Hardware manufactures have to PAY Windows Big bucks so their hardware is Plug and Play. This is not fair and not so with Kubuntu.

7. Live Trial! Windows will not run from the CDrom, but Kubuntu will! So you can try it before you decide if you want to reformat your hard drive. If Vista had a live Trial, most people would send it back when they found out that it would not run many of their printers, sound cards, video cards, or applications.

8. Stability. Since software is installed on Kubuntu WITHOUT a reboot, it does not disturb other users connected to that computer as much. Windows, however, requires a reboot with nearly all configuration changes and software installations. Some Linux/Kubuntu/Unix machines remained powered up and working, sometimes for years. Try that with a Windows box!

9. Peace of mind. If you loose the Kubuntu Cd, you wont pay $200 or more for a new one.
Reply:Download this to your XP machine

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/detai...

Network boot on hp pavilion 7950?

2009-11-16T17:52:00.000-08:00

Hi:

I want to know that isnt hp pavilion 7950 has no network boot option because i always use win 2003 server to do network boot on all workstations, but 1 computer, pavilion 7950, doesn't boot. I already update %26amp; check the bios option. I put the network boot at the 1st boot option %26amp; enable the on-board lan too, but the network boot option just doesnt come up.

I want to know anybody encounter this problem on hp pavilion desktop.

i can manually install the os, but it is just too inconvenient.

Network boot on hp pavilion 7950?
You have probably have done this have you check to see if you have the latest bios. Also see if HP has anything on there website. You are move advance then most of the people here the only thing I can do to help you out is bounce ideas off of you. I don't have my network doing a network boot or anything like that. I have some frineds that use centrix but they have a OS on the systems. Good luck if you need to bounce idea off of someone imz me.

Network hard drive backup?

2009-11-16T17:51:00.002-08:00

Is there a way to backup a whole hard drive over a local area network connection (a wired network)

Even if the network hard drive has windows installed and running on it.

I know casper xp lets you copy one hard drive to another while windows is running but could this be done over a network?

Network hard drive backup?
What it sounds like you want to do is backup a computer attacxhed to your network to a hard drive belonging to another computer on your network.

Yes this can be done but the hard drive you want to backup to need to be shared and accessable to the other computer.

You just have to use the network path of the destination hard drive in the software you want to use, and the software needs to support networking backup also.

crowns

Network wireless?

2009-11-16T17:51:00.001-08:00

I have my desktop computer that I have set up a network, and have my pc also connected to the same network, both computers and everything connected like printer and modem/router all have the same workgroup name.

I access the internet and printer with both computers and when I look on my computer in my network the laptop is listed, but when I click on the icon it tells me I have no permission to access the computer, and when I go to my laptop and click on network there is nothing showing, How do connect my 2 computers together I am a young 61 years old and am super frustrated as I have checked on Microsoft site for answers but it only advises all computers should have same work group which I have done but still nothing please help I am desperate

Network wireless?
I would be able to give you specific instructions if you listed the Model of your Wireless Router.

Plug the Ethernet(RJ-45) cable from your modem to the uplink slot on your wireless router.

Before you can transmit the wireless you'll have to setup the router with your account information that you use to access the internet.

Plug an ethernet from the first port to another computer. From that computer open up Internet Explorer and type in the numbers "192.168.1.1" This address is the default address of most routers. When you get into the router by default it will set as a DHCP. You need to find this and change it to PPOE. Then enter whatever account information you have into this area as instructed.

Save the changes and you should be in business. If you ever have Router problems Microsoft is not the best place to look for help. You should contact the manufacturer of your Router since they vary. If for any reason the router still doesn't work email me with the model of your router and I will guide you as best I can. jrotctigerbattalion@yahoo.com
Reply:make sure you are connected to the correct wireless router, then what i would do is to restart the router and all computers at the same time. if this doesnt work go to the connections, and repair the connections. good luck, oh you can go to your router's manufactor website to ask for help. either linksys or d-link or which ever, good luck,.

Facebook network?

2009-11-16T17:51:00.000-08:00

I signed up on facebook a couple weeks ago joined the network, someone from the network added me as a friend and it said I was in the network. Well when I just logged on a minuet ago it asked me to join a network, it deleted me out of my network and it says it will delete my account if I don't join one. What should I do?

Facebook network?
Read the message again. What it facebook is saying is that your age is showing as under 18 years old.

You must join a network that is related to a highschool or college. In otherwords, users under the age of 18 (non-adults) must be affiliated with a highschool or college or their facebook account will be cancelled.

IMPORTANT: I am way over 18 and I got the same message. For now I believe there may be a glitch with this network feature. So if you are over 18 do not worry, I am sure the problem will be resolved by facebook within a few hours.
Reply:I have never had that problem on facebook. You are the one who useally joins a network, i never have had a rewuest to join a network. I suggest deleting the account and starting over or just keep declining and email the developers

Wireless network extremely slow no matter what. A trendnet setup?

2009-11-16T17:50:00.003-08:00

The problem: it takes ~ 8 minutes to copy a 12Mb file, which is ridiculous on a 54Mb Wifi.

The setup:I have 2 PCs. They are literally 6 feet away from each other and the signal on the one connected over the air is always excellent (54Mb). Both have a PCI network card.

The network (Trendnet, both the router and the USB adapter): My PC is connected to the router itself by a LAN cable from my network card. The other PC has a USB Wifi adapter. The network uses WPA-PSK encryption, channel 6. The Wifi router is connected to a DSL modem (Sympatico).

Internet on both PCs is fast and causes no problems what so ever. However, transferring files from one computer to the other is a pain in the neck. Both have 7200rpm hard drives and are quick except this network quirck. Both use WinXP and folder sharing.

If you need any other info (syreex@gmail.com). I am really desperate here.

Wireless network extremely slow no matter what. A trendnet setup?
hmm this sounds like a headache, hey why dont u call ur router company and ask them to see if u have to tweak with ur router setup u know via IP maybe its a port problem
Reply:That's very odd. You can go crazy trying to find and fix the problem. Something is wrong with your router.

Anyway, if both computers are only 6 feet away from each other, then why don't you just buy a Ethernet crossover cable and physically connect the two computers?

If the router isn't far away, then you don't even need a wireless setup; Just physically connect both computers to the router with regular Ethernet cable and save yourself the headache of a wireless setup. Even if your other computer doesn't have built-in Ethernet, a PCI Ethernet card can cost as little as $8 Canadian.

Physical Ethernet connections go up to 100 mbps.

Wireless network?

2009-11-16T17:50:00.002-08:00

Ok, I got a router, a wifi card for my desktop and my laptop has one built in. Now, why cant I see my desktop on my network? Not even on its own screen! I can see my laptop on both computers, but not my desktop. workgroup names are the same, network keys are the same. When I added my laptop to the network via memory stick, it told me the transfer and connection the network was successful and even showed both computer names on the verification list. Why is my desktop computer not showing up on my network? It says its connected!

Wireless network?
Windows XP firewall is turned on.
Reply:either you have ur firewall up on the desktop, or you don't have any folder shared.
Reply:in control panel, try the wifi connection wizard. thats how i did it
Reply:you probably dont have file and print sharing turned on on the desktop

implants

Network camera problem.Help!!!?

2009-11-16T17:50:00.001-08:00

When I open my network places , I found that below local network it display some network camera named 'networkcamera bl-c1' I know that someone on my network watching my screen but how to remove this and the camera can't access to my PC?.And I already click invoke but it display internet explorer and want username and password for login and IP number on that.

Network camera problem.Help!!!?
Actionly I doubt that someone is watching your computer. Because it's not feasible this way. No one can watch your pc with such a camera. It could be your web cam that created this shortcut there. try your username and password to access it.

But to make sure no one is watching you. Change the passwords on your pc.

Network problems...?

2009-11-16T17:50:00.000-08:00

I've got an HP Tablet notebook with Windows Vista Home Premium.

After I start it up and get on the internet... I'm able to do whatever I want for 2 or 3 hours, then without changing anything, my computer is no longer able to access my network. For about 2 or 3 minutes it will be able to see the network, but after doing a diganose and check it says it gets no responce from the router. During this time, other computers in my house are able to connect. After those 2 or 3 mintures have passed, it will no longer see the network.

My network is on security type WEP.

The only way I've found to remedy this problem is to put my computer into hibernation or restart it.

If anyone has any idea how I can fix this... PLEASE post.

Thanks.

Network problems...?
Huh, I would start with checking for updates on your machine then check the manufacturer of your router for firmware updates. Then if you still have problems try using a different channel for your wireless. And also, don't use WEP use WPA TKIP easier to set up and more secure.

Network Problem . Urgent reply please...?

2009-11-16T17:49:00.003-08:00

I have small work station in my office. No servers . Internet is connected in the modem and then to hub . Using 10mbps hubs. My problem is In my work station one Computer is not connected with the network . The other computers are already connected with the network. I have check the IP, DNS and all the network services . Even i change the cable also . This computer are connected with the network on 5 hrs before. What can i do now to connect that computer with the other computer networks ?? My NIC card also working properly. I have ping 127.0.0.1 and its works fine . Need the answer very urgent .

Network Problem . Urgent reply please...?
Coleman has a good answer. One other thing I might try if that doesn't work is to plug the "bad" computer into the network by unplugging the cable from a "good" computer. Log off and then Log back on. You say IP address is fine. I presume it starts with 192.168.x.x Make sure it doesn't duplicate another on the network. Also double check the subnet mask against the other computers. 255.255.255.0 is not going to work if the others say 255.255.0.0

Can you connect the "bad" computer directly to another computer not using the hub? maybe one of the ports on the hub is bad.

try booting into safe mode with networking. (restart the computer and hit f8 until you get the safe mode choices) see if you are able to access the network then.

These are all just suggestions and I don't mean to sound condisending but I don't know your computer expertise. When I troubleshoot peoples problems on the phone, these are things I would do first.

GL
Reply:What did you do to change the settings from 5 hours ago when you were online? Did you install software? Did you change cables? Go back to where you were before. You did not mention what operating system which makes it difficult to diagnose. XP can "repair" the connection, by opening Network Connections in Control Panel, and by pointing to the connection, right click, and select "repair".

If you do not have XP, in most other Windows systems just try open a command prompt then type "ipconfig release" followed by enter

then type "ipconfig renew" followed by enter.

To get to the command prompt type "CMD" in the run box.

If that does not work, then try uninstalling the Nic card and reinstalling. Finally, power cycle the computers, the hub, and the cable modem. When you turn all of those off, leave them powered off for one minute before plugging them back in again.
Reply:On a computer that is connected to the network, right click on My Computer, click Properties, click Computer Name, and write down what the workgroup is. Now, on a computer that is not connected to the network, right click on My Computer, click Properties, click Computer Name, and click change. Replace the name next to Workgroup with the name of the other computer's workgroup, which you wrote down.

My laptop favors a network in range over my network? Mine is stronger signal.?

2009-11-16T17:49:00.002-08:00

My laptop keeps droping my network and tries to connect to a network thats in range. My network is 54 mbps the other is 108 mbps. My network and the other network are password protected(WPA-PSK). Mine is netgear the other I don't know. I've set settings to connect too mine when in range, but it keeps choosing the "other" network over mine. Of course it can't connect to other network. I'm running XP pro. What can I do to stop this?

My laptop favors a network in range over my network? Mine is stronger signal.?
go to options, and move the network you want to use all the way to the top of the preffered networks list
Reply:Disable all others but yours
Reply:Maybe the other one is choosing you!!

Be cafefull, with wireless the whole world can watch!
Reply:As long as your firewall is up and your computer is protected enjoy the great connection
Reply:this site will give you a sony vaio laptop just for completing some quick online tasks! really recommend it, especially if you're broke but really want/need a laptop (like me).
Reply:What Bella said. Remove the other network from the list.

root canal

Network Administration?

2009-11-16T17:49:00.001-08:00

1. Do network administrations have jobs than software engineers. 2. Is java language useful for network administration. 3. Is it enough of having a BSc degree in networking and MCSE to have a good job as a network administrator. 4. If not what are the additional qualifications should be obtained. 5. How is the salary for network administrators.

Network Administration?
1. Do you mean have "different" jobs? If so, yes.

2. Not really.

3. Good start yes, but you also need people skills and more than just "textbook" experience.

4. People skills - learn how to find out and anticipate answers to users questions. Be proactice - fix small problems before they become big ones. Keep people happy, especially executives. :D

5. Pretty good? Anywhere from maybe $30-50K year to start depending on the area (in U.S. anyway).
Reply:1. all will have jobs if they find

2. i think unix is better

3. experience %26amp; attitude is more important

4. basic network experience %26amp; CCNA to start off

5. from around 2 000 to 20 000
Reply:1. Every Company Needs a network admin, few needs Sofware..

2. nop

3. yup, but start humble, 1 year internship at some lab will get you places in the future

4. A+, CCNA, Hacking

5. 30-50k per year normal

Network Design Question?

2009-11-16T17:49:00.000-08:00

Picture this... I have 3 network closets that have patch panels for thier respective areas. Within each of these closets I have 4 switches that are stacked (providing redundancy), and then daisy chained via a fiber cable to each of the other closets providing redundancy among the closets. On one of the switches I connected a router as a gateway to the internet. Currently there is one network (192.168.12.x/24)

I am planning to implement 3 different IP networks. Now if I have 3 subnets (192.168.1.x/24, 192.168.2.x/24, 192.168.3.x/24), can I connect the clients anywhere onto these switches? Or do I have to have separate the switches for each IP network and connect each client to thier respective switch?

I know that my clients wont be able to talk to other clients on a different subnet. However, I was thinking that if I added 3 ethernet cards to my router each with a IP serving as a gateway for each network, then I believe all teh clients will be able to communicate.

Network Design Question?
The best way to do this is

1. Your router needs to be able support Trunking (Dot1q preferred)). Configure subinterfaces on your ethernet and connect to a switch trunk port

2. Your switches need to support vlans Make sure each link connecting the switches are trunk ports so vlan information is past through each switch
Reply:that could be done, but i would use Vlans to separate the different ip networks and subinterfaces on the router using trunking to route between the Vlans. depending on what you have, you may not need to buy any upgrades.

good luck with that

Network Setup Help?

2009-11-16T17:48:00.003-08:00

I am having some problems trying to set up a Home Network in Windows XP.

I have a LAN port on the back of my computer, and when I try to create the network, The network port shows up as: Via Networking Velocity Family Giga-bit Ethernet adapter.

When I go into the setup it states that this is disconnected hardware. How do I connect this hardware / network cables?

And when I try to enable internet connection sharing the error message comes up: A device attached to the system is not Functioning.

Does anyone know how to fix this?

P.S: I have added pictures of the port and of the error messages.

Thanks.

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Network Setup Help?
Looks like your system is working correctly. It knows you do not have a cable connected to your network port! For a local area network (LAN) to work you need to connect to to other computers.

If you connect to a switch, hub. router, then use a standard eithernet cable plugged into the socket on the back of your computer.

If you connect directly to another computer you need a crossover eithernet cable to that plug.
Reply:Yes that's your network port, What are you trying to connect to? If it's another computer or a Router then you need a crossover CAT 5 network cable. Then you can run the network connection wizard. Make sure everything is switched on and your internet connection is connected before you run the wizard.

Network Manager?

2009-11-16T17:48:00.002-08:00

When I go to look at any wireless networks in the area or even look at my current network, the wireless network manager page takes forever to load. Pretty much anything to do with networking on my computer seems to take longer than it should to load. Even when I place my mouse over the network icon on the tray, it sometimes takes a bit to load then says Connection Status:failed Server execution:failed.

My internet connection itself is fine. I havent actually tried connecting to a wireless connection since I noticed this, but I would still like to make it speed up if I can.

I have a new Dell Inspirion 1520 with Vista.

Network Manager?
Netmagic installed? If so disable it.

invisalign

Network is being weird on facebook?

2009-11-16T17:48:00.001-08:00

i left my original network and am trying to join a network. I have friends on this network, but when I type it in to join it, facebook says that network doesnt exist????? How do i join any network that i want????? it is annoying. If you know of this tell me plz thanks

Network is being weird on facebook?
facebook is getting really annoying to me. it has many problems that need to be fixed. i have the same problems and more. you should contact facebook and tell them what is wrong and spread the word so it will be taken seriously.
Reply:theyre having alot of problems today for some reason!

Network management tools???

2009-11-16T17:48:00.000-08:00

i'm a MIS student .. and here is part of the solution my instructor gave for the case project.

"The type of network services that can help Scoops Co., Ltd. determine what type of traffic is crossing their network belong to the network management category of functions. By using various network management tools, Scoops can find out the precise amount of traffic at any time, when the heaviest amount of traffic occurs, and each transmission’s source, destination, and protocol type. "

What i want to know is what are the said 'various network management tools' that can find out precise amount of traffic?

can you please give some examples?

Network management tools???
It depends on the equipment. Most enterprise network equipment should have SNMP functionality and a way of providing snapshots of port utilization at any time.

If you configure your SNMP manager to poll the network devices at regular intervals, you can collect utilization data for various segments of the organization and graph it out.

I use WhatsUp Gold in my environment for our server utilization. Our WAN link provider gives us utilization data from their Solarwinds solution.
Reply:Why don't you google on "various network management tools" and see what pops up? Doing a bit of reading instead of expecting Yahoo answers to do your homework for you will be far more beneficial to you in the long run.
Reply:Sure, any good firewall that serves as your gateway can tell you this...even the free ones:

ipcop http://ipcop.org/

Network problem?!?!?

2009-11-16T17:47:00.002-08:00

i have ADSL internet connection using an external modem. every couple of minutes an error apears in my monitor's screen saying "there is an IP address problem with another system on the network". and i clearly cant send or recieve any data.sometimes i even get disconnected without even knowing what is wrong with my system.i dont know what is wrong with my networks, i realized there is a hidden network in my networks and its name is "RAS Async Adapter". i dont know how to uninstall it.whenever i click on uninstall a message shows up and says it is required to boot up the computer.

any suggestions how to uninstall it or solve my network problem?

Network problem?!?!?
The problem maybe is you have another computer or device with the same IP adress (suppose you use static IP).

change one of them in that case.

When it says "reboot" do it.

Te RAS async adapter is software a program if you dont need uninstall it, read here

http://www.soft32.com/Download/Free/RAS_...

maybe you can remove it with add/remove program , add/remove is found in Controlpanel.

Good luck.
Reply:If you have more than one computer on the connection this can cause your problem. The each need a different address. Using a modem, you will always get this when using more than 1 machine, you need a router to connect multiple machines. Always have all the machines set to obtain automatic tcp/ip configuration.

Cisco and Microsoft Network differences? What's the job like?

2009-11-16T17:47:00.001-08:00

From what I understand, Cisco Network associates would deal with the physical aspects of networking, switches, routers etc.. while a microsoft network professional might deal more with networking via software? Are these assumptions even close? What's the difference in a days' work with a Cisco Network guy and a Microsoft Network guy. I was more interested in the physcial aspects and hardware for networking. What would be the best route?

Cisco and Microsoft Network differences? What's the job like?
Sounds like you'd like the Cisco route better (no pun intended).

CIsco is much more involved- there's routers, switches, firewalls, voice,etc. There's alot more to learn, but the pay is better at the top end. Here in California, a CCNP/CCIE with at least 5 years experience makes $100-120K per year.
Reply:i'd pick the better paying one. i found that tech's don't know much about networking other than setting one up beyond that they fail diagnose problem's or the knowledge to fix an issue.
Reply:if u wana start ur networking carrer in Lan den windows and linux are best choices. if u wana be a wan expert then adopt cisco side. both specialised in their own field. U can also use them combine if u have know how about both products.

cosmetic

Network connection between laptop and desktop?

2009-11-16T17:47:00.000-08:00

I've just bought a new laptop, and I'm trying to connect it to my desktop through a network cable. I used to use this cable with another desktop, and I basically know how to set up the network (using windows xp). But on vista (laptop) the network wizard is different, and only gives me wireless options. Last night I managed to get a connection going, but with no internet. Today (when I really need to transfer something important) it wont work. The desktop doesn't come up on the laptop as being there. When I run the network setup wizard on the desktop it says "there was an error", but it said this last night and still worked; I assume it's referring to the internet not working. When I used the laptop earlier a thing popped up (when not connected to network cable) asking if I wanted to approve a connection or block it, and I chose block (because I wasn't sure what it was), but now I'm thinking maybe I blocked my desktop? If that might be it, how do I fix that? Or what else could it be?

Network connection between laptop and desktop?
Well if you are good at networking then you can remove the current network connections you have created till now (last night) on the desktop and the laptop... and go through the same steps to connect em once again.
Reply:Use wireless router. (Bluetooth Technology)
Reply:One reason is that your firewall protection might be blocking your network connection to different computer, try to turn off your firewall protecion for a while and that should do it.

Email-getting into network?

2009-11-16T17:46:00.003-08:00

Hi,

There is an online networking community called "facebook" "www.facebook.com" where ppl can share personal info, get into friends networking, share photos etc. I am also a member of this particular community. But not everybody can get into all the network(especially work/college) unless authenticated. This authentication is done using the valid email address. And in this regard i want to get into a network which i do not belong to...and hence i don't have a valid email id to get authenticated..as by entering the valid email id, facebook sends email to that particular user and then the user logs into the mail and clicks the link hence gets authenticated for that particular network-community.

Is there any way through false-email where we could get into the required network? To make it more simpler, Heres how it goes; A student at "ABC" college will have an email say, xyz@ABC.com and this email is fed in "facebook" to get authenticated into the "ABC" network-community.

Email-getting into network?
I understood it the first time. Why not just use a throwaway hotmail or yahoo account to which you have access? You can become a different person I suppose!

Neighbor's wireless network interfering with mine? How to fix it?

2009-11-16T17:46:00.002-08:00

Hello,

I've had a wireless network at home for the past 3 years and it has worked perfectly.

Recently, a neighbor installed his and it's conflicting with mine. My laptop doesn't automatically connect to my network, instead it tries to connect to his. I think the problem is his network is closer to the room I'm trying to connect from.

My network is located in the downstairs office, and I'm trying to connect from my room; my neighbor's network is in his room, which is closer to my room in terms of distance.

I already tried to set up windows to only connect to my preferred network but it only works when I'm closer to the router.

How can I fix this without having to move my wireless network?

Neighbor's wireless network interfering with mine? How to fix it?
Set up WPA on your router AND PC.

Then, do the same for your neighbour.

Problem solved, and you did them a favour!!!
Reply:Try switching the channel on your wireless access point.
Reply:change channel on the lan, and make yours the default u do this by going to propeties of wireless clicking wireless networks... clicking on a wireless netowork, going properties and (on yours click connect to this network auto, and on his untick that)
Reply:Change the channel your wi-fi is running on.

To do that you'll have to consult your wi-fi router documentation or call tech-support.
Reply:I think the reason may be the SSID on both networks may be identical. Is this a LinkSys router? The SSID by default is linksys.

Try changing the SSID to your router and reconfigure your laptop and I think it will work ok. You can then delete your neighbor's wireless network from the list and your should connect up fine.
Reply:change your ssid and channel.

set a password

do not automatically connect to any other networks, remove them from the list of networks

Network Magic set-up problem?

2009-11-16T17:46:00.001-08:00

Hi all,

Network Magic is freezing %26amp; stuck on the "checking your network...Detecting your router" screen. I have had no problems with network magic on the pc in question before %26amp; am only experiencing this now that i have installed the latest version.

I'm running XP pro OS %26amp; using a Linksys wag354g router. I've tried uninstalling Network Magic %26amp; re-installing but to no avail.

The intermittent problems have been a combination of the same screen as mentioned above freezing with no activity with the software (during detecting your router) then after shutting off my internet security products %26amp; re-trying network magic the detecting your router screen just hangs with the small blue circular spinning icon going round %26amp; round %26amp; nothing else happens.

Your help is greatly appreciated in advance guys %26amp; girls.

Network Magic set-up problem?
hi

your using Linksys wag354g router.first you want to try with windows server.

dds

Windows 95 Network Card problem?

2009-11-16T17:46:00.000-08:00

I having problems with my Network Card. I have Windows 95 Operating System IBM FileServer Desktop Computer. Yes it is old computer. Back to problem Windows 95 Plug n Play does see Network Card when Network Card is about to install it does not work. I went to IBM website to find if there is driver for Network Card but it wasnt it. There is no technical support. Also try Add Hardware Wizard to detect Network Card and Driver did not the Network Card and Driver. What is another way to find the Network Card driver to make this working? Work with Windows 95?

Windows 95 Network Card problem?
Apparently, Windows 95 does not have a driver for that card. If you give me the exact name and model number of the card, I can try to track it down for you (no promises).

There are also a wealth of other cheap network cards out there that will still work with Windows 95. This one, for instance:

http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Realtek-10-100-P...
Reply:Take your computer apart and see what chip is on the card. Then Google the manufacturer and part number, i.e. Rockwell xxxxx. You should be able to find a driver that will work.

It's probably an old ISA card and not plug and pray compatible. As old as it is it may have failed. Network cards are cheap so you should probably invest in a new one anyway. Just make sure you know what sockets are available (ISA or PCI) to plug the new one in (get a PCI if it will fit).
Reply:here is one of my suggestions throw it in the.....

Wireless network?

2009-11-16T17:45:00.001-08:00

hi, is there a way to convert a existing wired network card into a wireless card because i want to do wireless networking but cant afford a wireless card for the laptop and desktop computer yet, so im wondering what i can do to convert a existing pci network card into a wireless card and convert a network socket into a wireless card.

also can someone please provide a circuit diagram of a wireless network card so i can build a usb wireless card to plug into my laptop because mine doesnt have one and i want wireless networking.

Wireless network?
You can't do this yourself.

Wifi is all integrated in components that you probably can't get; these components need only a few external items (resistors, capacitors, antenna) to work. All the hard work is done in one IC.

A wireless card is NOT simply a wired card with an antenna. It is much more complex.

Fortunately there is good news as well. A simple USB wifi stick can be found for as little as $20 - sometimes less.

You will need an access point, by the way - only one computer with a Wifi card has nothing to connect to.

HELP! MY NETWORK IS NOT WORKING!!! HELP! I can't get the printer to hook up and file sharing only goes one way

2009-11-16T17:45:00.000-08:00

When I try to access files on the host computer (in the network) from the client computer (in the network), it says this:

\\(host computer name) is not accessible. You might not have permission to use this network resource. Contact the administrator of this server to find out if you have access permissions.

The network name cannot be found.

When I get on the host computer, and try to access the client computer's files, it works completely fine.

I'm not sure, but I also think this is why I can't get my client computer to be able to print in the network (printer is connected to the host). I do add printer, and go to the network, type the printer name, click next, then a password pop-up thing comes up. My host doesn't have a password at all XD... when i try to let if find the network printer, it doesn't come up at all (it used to)... how do I fix all this?!?

Please help me, and please describe the steps on how to fix this like... clearly :)

HELP! MY NETWORK IS NOT WORKING!!! HELP! I can't get the printer to hook up and file sharing only goes one way
Ok, ypur problem is that the host computers firewall is blocking the client computers access.

Make sure all these steps are done on both computers.

1) Set the Workgroup Name to the exact same name

2) Name the two computers different names

3) Enable file and printer sharing

4) Make sure the two IP addresses of your networked computers are in the exceptions list of your firewall program

5) Enable sharing on the printer you want to use as a network printer.

That should do it....
Reply:Download the Free Network Magic here http://www.networkmagic.com/ %26gt;%26gt;%26gt;And it will help you configure your pcs for sharing. You can uninstall the app later after all is fine. Check you Lan and tcp/ip properties.

HELP! MY NETWORK IS NOT WORKING!!! HELP! I can't get the printer to hook up and file sharing only goes one way

2009-11-13T20:34:00.001-08:00

When I try to access files on the host computer (in the network) from the client computer (in the network), it says this:

\\(host computer name) is not accessible. You might not have permission to use this network resource. Contact the administrator of this server to find out if you have access permissions.

The network name cannot be found.

When I get on the host computer, and try to access the client computer's files, it works completely fine.

I'm not sure, but I also think this is why I can't get my client computer to be able to print in the network (printer is connected to the host). I do add printer, and go to the network, type the printer name, click next, then a password pop-up thing comes up. My host doesn't have a password at all XD... when i try to let if find the network printer, it doesn't come up at all (it used to)... how do I fix all this?!?

Please help me, and please describe the steps on how to fix this like... clearly :)

HELP! MY NETWORK IS NOT WORKING!!! HELP! I can't get the printer to hook up and file sharing only goes one way
on the client computer, go to start, control panel, administrative tools, services, and look for computer browser, right click, select properties, then select "disable" click "ok" and reboot. try to access the client again, if it doesn't work, use the network wizard in windows xp to reset up file and printer sharing. when using file and printer sharing, the computer browser service can only be run on 1 pc. after doing this, if ur still having this problem write back and i'll tell u what to do next.
Reply:You need to authenticate to the host PC.

download http://www.mobilenetswitch.com/ and create a connection to the drives \\(computername)\c$

and put in the username/pass of a user that exists on the host pc.

dental bridge

Trying to connect to wireless network. ASCII/Hexadecimal Network key?

2009-11-13T20:34:00.000-08:00

I'm trying to use my new laptop to connect to my home network. When I type in the network key, it tells me that my network password need to be 40bits ot 104bits depending on my network configuration - this can be 5 or 13 ASCII characters or 10 or 26 hexadecimal characters. Hence I just get this error message repetedly and it won't connect.

My options are Data Encryption (WEP enabled) or Network Authentication (Shared Mode). The house network is already set up via a router, and the network key works for all other computers on the network.

On my desktop computer, the network authentication option is WPA-PSK and the data encryption is TKIP, but I don't have those options on the laptop. Changing the network key isn't really an option because it'd mess up everyone else's connection - and I shouldn't have to if the setup works on every other computer, right?

Thanks for your help in advance!

Trying to connect to wireless network. ASCII/Hexadecimal Network key?
Not all cards support WPA so you either need to use the less secure WEP from the router, or buy a PCMCIA card that supports WPA if your card doesn't have the option for it.
Reply:The option on the laptop shared key is wpa, there may also be a button saying key provided automatically. Turn this button off. This may give you further options. If your key is a word or sentence the input is ascii, if a combination of numbers 0-9 and letters a-z it is hex. Ther are still some cards out there which are poorly supported for wpa, but not too likely on a new laptop.

Cannot connect to mapped Network drive?

2009-11-13T20:33:00.001-08:00

The wonders of XP SP2 have filled my mind again. I work in an office where connecting to the Network with my laptop is critical. Months ago, I mapped one of our network drives as drive letter X. I never had a problem with it until two days ago, after connecting to a different unsecured network on my laptop when I was out on my travels. Now, my laptop will not connect to the network folders or drives no matter what I do.

-I've checked the Windows Firewall options, file/printer sharing is allowed.

-I've checked the computer name/workgroup name, the computer name is unique, the workgroup name is the same.

-I've run the network setup wizard twice (after uninstalling the "client" for windows networks)

-I've run a ping to the network gateway, and I receive information back (and I can connect to the internet, just not the network drives).

I'm lost, I still get the "The network path was not found. Connection could not be restored" message.

Ideas?

Cannot connect to mapped Network drive?
You actually need the client for MS networks.
Reply:Have you tried remapping on a different letter to the same network?

My guess is that your workgroup is kind of kaflouey.

try this: Go into Network Places and click on workgroup computers. If you don't see any workgroup computers, then that may be the problem.

First thing to do is go back into properties and see if the TCPIP settings are correct for your network. Did you have to wipe any numbers out of there to connect to that other network? That may be the first place to look.

If that doesn't do it, go back to the workgroup settings, name the workgroup something else, restart the computer then rename the workgroup to the name it should be. then restart your computer and see if it is there.

Try the tcpip settings first to make sure they match what is with your network. You may have wiped numbers out of there and if your server doesn't do DHCP, you will need to put a number in there to match that network.
Reply:reboot themaincompu first., then boot the other compu. Make sure your laptop is already transmitting wireless or vice-versa.

Shared network drive? Peer-to-Peer?

2009-11-13T20:33:00.000-08:00

I have mapped a network drive on the hardrive of my desktop computer (Dell Dimension 5150) and that was all fine, I could see it in My Computer and access in on the desktop computer. And then I get my laptop (HP Compaq NC4010) and used a crossover cable to connect the two together to share internet and the network drive on my desktop. I connected the crossover to both computers, internet was working fine, but, when I go into My Computer on the laptop, I can't see the network drive!

What do I have to do to be able to see the network drive on both computers?

There is also another problem with viewing the other computers on the workgroup, both desktop and laptop are on the same workgroup. But for some reason when I click View other computers on the same workgroup as me, in network places, my desktop freezes and my laptop says access denied, even though I'm the adminastrator on both computers.

What do I do to be to access the network drive on both computers, and view other computers...

Shared network drive? Peer-to-Peer?
check to see if there is any firewall or some anti virus software is blocking the network
Reply:Is the laptop yours or a work one? I have a work laptop %26amp; although it works fine for internet access on my home LAN - I can view shared files on there from my home PC - It needs to be connected to the Server at work to allow sharing, but to do that I have to VPN in... %26amp; then I can't see it cos the VPN wont allow local Lan connection!

Designing a network :you will take the role of a network consultant hired by ABC Software to design....?

2009-11-13T20:32:00.002-08:00

an entire company intranet.ABC software is breaking away 4rm d parent company global software plc 2 becom an independent company. ABC software will be moving 2 new premises %26amp; investing significantly in new computing infrastructure %26amp; hardware. their initial plans include d purchase of new workstations 4 50 employees, + additional servers and network infrastructure as required.

The Requirements from ABC company

the company will need a website

everyone will require access 2 email at his/her workstations

access 2 d world wide web is required at most workstations

require complete and verifiable security

need at least 10 workstations networked together in a completely secure way

it is important that the network is reliable and money is not a problem

Please could you tell me how 2 begin on how 2 design the network giving a high level description of d solution %26amp; how d solution meets the clients (ABC software) needs,d type of network and wat type of network diagram shud b used.

Designing a network :you will take the role of a network consultant hired by ABC Software to design....?
Homework is no fun when someone else does it for you.

Let us know how you make out.
Reply:A design proposal encompassing all you have listed would cost thousands of dollars from a consultant. I doubt you're gonna get somebody in Yahoo! Answers to give the analysis and resulting information you need.

#
Reply:By the time you typed that you could have solved it. I go with the answer above...

You should begin by understand the question being asked. Make believe this is your company and you need the stuff.

dental floss

Wireless network keeps disconnecting - technical solutions only please?

2009-11-13T20:32:00.001-08:00

As title suggests. In a house with around 6 other wireless laptops connecting to the router which have no issues. The laptop has a wireless card which is enabled. Originally it got stuck on 'aquiring network address' with the XP networking wizard. The network authentication is OK. Therefore i assigned the laptop a static IP address and gave it the gateway to connect through. It now connects to the network OK. However no webpages are accessible while it is connected and im not sure why. Also, given a period of roughly a minute the network will disconnect and im back to square one. Ive tried the laptop in different locations close and far from the router.

Solutions:

The network type is 11g for the card but how can i find out what the router is set to?

Also i can change the signal on the card i.e. 1 - 11 but how can i find out what the router is?

The only solutions i can bring now is that i should replace the router? - im going to try a USB adapter later today.

Wireless network keeps disconnecting - technical solutions only please?
IF you put in the proper DNS servers the static IP should be ok, chek the DNS settings on the router to get the proper settings. Did you check for updated drivers/firmware for your wireless NIC . I have seen these updates work wonders for wireless NIC's having trouble getting addresses from a DHCP server over a wireless network.

Just for Giggles, try disabling then enabling the wireless network connection and see if it pulls an address from the DHCP server.

Good Luck
Reply:Hard to diagnose from the distance. But I see that you have a problem with the DHCP subscription. It didn't work at first and then, with th IP address fixed, it did.

Did you assign gateway and DNS servers too?

If not, that's part of the problem. With the IP address you can access the local network but you have no route to go out (Internet) or locate resources (DNS, name resolution).

I don't think the protocol is the issue. If your router doesn't work with 11g you wouldn't have been able to connect at all and you said that at some point you did (at least to the local network). But to be sure, check the manual. Sounds obvious but it's a common mistake not to read it.
Reply:Get ris of the static address. USe dynamic. Next, make sure all cmoputer's share the same Group or Domain name (i.e., Smiths or last name). Restart all the PC's. On each PC, right click on the folders that you want the other PC's to see by allowing "sharing". Be sure to allow users to edit or change. This is an option you will see under security of each folder (right click on the folder for this option). If you wish, use the already in place "Sharing folders". Once you do this, try to connect to the wireless connection. If you still encounter a problem, be sure that you have "refreshed or repaired" the wireless connection to obtain a new IP address.
Reply:What make is the router and what make is the wireless card, also is the wireless card internal or is it a add on card, i need this info to help you.
Reply:If there are 6 other laptops in the house that use the router it's probably not the router. Does the problem exist if you try using wireless some where else? It's likely the card itself.

HELP! MY NETWORK IS NOT WORKING!!! HELP! I can't get the printer to hook up and file sharing only goes one way

2009-11-13T20:32:00.000-08:00

Gigabit network and network utilization is REALLY low...Why?

2009-11-13T20:31:00.003-08:00

I have a full gigabit network here. My PC has a gigabit card in it (Thinkpad T43 builtin gig card), my switch is a new gigabit switch and my main file storage drive is a WD World Edition gigabit ethernet attached hard drive. My system shows it's connected at 1.0Gbps, the switch shows that all network devices (except my 100MB printer) are connected at gig speed, yet when I transfer files from or to my WD worldbook drive on the network, again, also connected at gig speed, my network utilization NEVER goes past 2% in windows task manager. It's just as slow as the 100MB network I just upgraded from.

My understanding of cabling is that CAT6 is best for gig, but CAT5e works at gig speeds too...All cables are pretty much new Belkin CAT5e cables...

What am I missing? This is driving me nutts! OS is Windows XP Pro.

Thanks!

Gigabit network and network utilization is REALLY low...Why?
It will only be as fast as the slowest link. The processing power of that WD drive is probably the problem. In spite of whatever data transfer rate the drive has, the little 'brain' in the unit has to do the Ethernet work, and might just be slow. 2% of Gig is still 20 MBps, so you're seeing about 2 MB/sec right?