From:
Robert L [MVP - Networking] <noreply@hotmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: I can not set up a Netgear router
Date:
05/20/2007 10:45:12
?
Try to add the Netgear to the trust sites. To do that, open Internet
Options>Security>Trust sites. Please post back with the result.
Bob Lin, MS-MVP, MCSE & CNE
Networking, Internet, Routing, VPN Troubleshooting on http://www.ChicagoTech.net
How to Setup Windows, Network, VPN & Remote Access on
http://www.HowToNetworking.com
"leidermanw" <leidermanw@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:A43CF075-50FB-4ED2-9827-148012B2D7F0@microsoft.com...
My Windows XP PC does not permit a Netgear router set up. It
does not
accept my username&password. I have disabled firewalls&antivirus with no
results. The router is Ok. It went without any trouble in a different
computer. I know it is my Windows program but do not know How to solve it.
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: I can't connect to a public wireless network...
Date:
05/07/2007 20:45:51
Hi
Check with the Building people if you need a special credentials, or and if
they need to record your system ID (like Wireless Card MAC number).
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"Red Brand" <RedBrand@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:74465993-59AF-407D-BEF6-748C2F6F56B7@microsoft.com...
> >I am trying to connect to a public wireless network that our entire
> >building
> is
>>on.
>> I receive the limited/no connectivity error. I repair and it doesn't
>> work.
>>
>> I have ipconfig/release and renew. I have also made sure that the DNS,
>> DHCP, and RPC are started. I have rebooted. I think all my
firewalls
>> are
>> turned off. I am at a complete loss.
>>
>> Where do I go from here?
>
> I recommend you post to the wireless networking newsgroup.
>
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From:
Joan Archer <archer_joan@NOSPAM.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Iam not understanding what is this wireless network?i
Date:
05/16/2007 05:55:09
Perhaps you could start by reading some of these pages which may help with
your homework, then perhaps do some Google searches for lots of
information about wireless networks.
Joan
These pages are provided courtesy of Jack (MVP-Networking)
My Wireless does not work - http://www.ezlan.net/wireless.html
Wireless, Basic Configuration - http://www.ezlan.net/Wireless_Config.html
Wireless Security - http://www.ezlan.net/Wireless_Security.html
Jack (MVP-Networking).
prasad wrote:
> Is it related to remotedesktop?
> HOw it works?
> How to configure.?
> Iam unable to see this woreless network icon in my network places.?
> Please provice me this information asap.
> i have need in my project.
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: identifying MAC address
Date:
04/22/2007 15:24:18
Hi
Try to use this utility, it is very good in Identify Network components.
http://www.snapfiles.com/get/spscanner.html
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"Greg Kamer" <gkamer@bingoware.com> wrote in message
news:VKWdnVGtftP3ObbbnZ2dnUVZ_u-unZ2d@centurytel.net...
> Is it possible to identify a MAC address on a network by the MAC address.
>
> For example is there way for me to type like 00:16:B6:A2:94:64 and find
> out where on the network that MAC address is located?
>
> I have a MAC address showing up in my firewall that, as far as I can tell,
> is not associated with any device on my network........
>
> Thanks.
>
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From:
scot_w <scotw@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
RE: In a forensic examination of a computer
Date:
05/17/2007 14:36:01
Anybody?
"scot_w" wrote:
> we are trying to parse some information about wireless stored in:
> HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WZCSVC\Parameters\Interfaces\{GUID}
>
> I know that under the GUID subkey, there are binary registry values named
> Static#0000, Static#0001, etc. (depending on the number of listed SSID) which
> correspond to the respective list of SSIDs in the Preferred Networks box in
> Wireless Network Connection configuration. The registry value contains the
> SSID name in binary form.
>
> Is there any information on parsing the rest of the binary data?
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Internal Network Card
Date:
04/26/2007 21:27:31
Hi
If you use the T-Mobile service you need their card, these type of services
use propriety cards.
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"mcavinee" <mcavinee@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:0227E181-D88C-4C76-91D0-89FCEEE33D0F@microsoft.com...
>I have a build in wireless card that had a verizon wireless trial period on
> it. After the trial ended I purchased a T-Mobile external card that slides
> in
> the slot. I was wondering why I cannot use the internal card or is it
> exclusive jsut for verizon
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From:
R. Meijn <noneedtoknow@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: internet connection icon
Date:
04/12/2007 15:50:08
Correct, I am referring to the Internet Gateway which is not shown in the
tray bar but listed under network connections.
Sometimes it is there and sometimes it is not; in both cases internet
functions well.
Who can explain its purpose and function?
Thanks in advance!
--
Kind regards,
René Meijn
Hoeven
The Netherlands
"Jack (MVP-Networking)." wrote:
> Hi
> The OP is talking about "Control Panel/Network Connections", he did not
> mentioned Icons in the Tray Bar.
> Jack (MVP-Networking).
>
> <ato_zee@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:2pidne5ahpAk0YDbnZ2dnUVZ8tChnZ2d@pipex.net...
> >
> > On 11-Apr-2007, "Jack \(MVP-Networking\)." <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
> > wrote:
> >
> >> If (as an example) a computer has installed a DialUp Modem, a Wired card,
> >> and a Wireless Card, three icons would appear in the Network Connections
> >> area, regardless of which one you actually use.
> >
> > And with a VPN you get a similar icon with two screens side by side.
> > A wireless adapter has one screen with the curved arcs to indicate
> > wireless.
> > So with wireless and VPN you have two icons and 3 screens, single one
> > for wireless, double screen for VPN.
> > Maybe if I fire up my modem I'll get 4 icons, modem, VPN (2 screens),
> > and wireless USB adapter.
> > Put in my PCI wired ethernet 10/100 card maybe 5.
>
>
>
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From:
Lem <lemp40@hotmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: internet connection icon
Date:
04/13/2007 10:35:59
R. Meijn wrote:
> Correct, I am referring to the Internet Gateway which is not shown in the
> tray bar but listed under network connections.
> Sometimes it is there and sometimes it is not; in both cases internet
> functions well.
> Who can explain its purpose and function?
> Thanks in advance!
>
The "Internet Gateway" that appears in Network Connections is your
router. This icon lets you configure your router without having to
access the router's web interface. The icon appears if you have UPnP
and the Internet Gateway Device Discovery and Control Client enabled for
both the router and your computer. See, e.g.,
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/821371
--
Lem MS MVP -- Networking
To the moon and back with 64 Kbits of RAM and 512 Kbits of ROM.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
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From:
R. Meijn <noneedtoknow@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: internet connection icon
Date:
04/13/2007 14:04:01
Right!
This answers the question I intended to pose; thanks Lem!
But, still the "Internet Gateway" option in Network Connections has
disappeared and remains absent.
What is the reason for this and how can I activate it again?
Reading the referenced KB-article I tried to install additional Networking
Services, UPnP User Interface, following the procedure as outlined by
Microsoft.
Internet Gateway Device Discovery and Control Client appears to be installed
(by default, box checked).
UPnP User Interface is not installed.
However, during installation it says "Setup cannot copy the file upnpui.dll"
- "Ensure the location specified below is correct or change it and insert
Windows Professional XP Service Pack 2 CD in the drive you specify".
Strange enough the location (C:\Windows\ServicePackFiles\i386) is correct as
the file upnpui.dll is located there.
Inserting the SP2 CD does not solve the problem; the installer still does
not find the required file.
How to solve the problem and install this additional component.
--
Kind regards,
René Meijn
Hoeven
The Netherlands
"Lem" wrote:
> R. Meijn wrote:
> > Correct, I am referring to the Internet Gateway which is not shown in the
> > tray bar but listed under network connections.
> > Sometimes it is there and sometimes it is not; in both cases internet
> > functions well.
> > Who can explain its purpose and function?
> > Thanks in advance!
> >
> The "Internet Gateway" that appears in Network Connections is your
> router. This icon lets you configure your router without having to
> access the router's web interface. The icon appears if you have UPnP
> and the Internet Gateway Device Discovery and Control Client enabled for
> both the router and your computer. See, e.g.,
> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/821371
>
> --
> Lem MS MVP -- Networking
>
> To the moon and back with 64 Kbits of RAM and 512 Kbits of ROM.
> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
>
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From:
R. Meijn <noneedtoknow@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: internet connection icon
Date:
04/13/2007 15:20:05
Some additional information.
In Administrative Tools > Services, the service Universal Plug and Play
Device Host was not started.
I started this manually; no change (reboot required?).
Should this service be started or stopped by default?
--
Kind regards,
René Meijn
Hoeven
The Netherlands
"R. Meijn" wrote:
> Right!
> This answers the question I intended to pose; thanks Lem!
>
> But, still the "Internet Gateway" option in Network Connections has
> disappeared and remains absent.
> What is the reason for this and how can I activate it again?
>
> Reading the referenced KB-article I tried to install additional Networking
> Services, UPnP User Interface, following the procedure as outlined by
> Microsoft.
> Internet Gateway Device Discovery and Control Client appears to be installed
> (by default, box checked).
> UPnP User Interface is not installed.
> However, during installation it says "Setup cannot copy the file upnpui.dll"
> - "Ensure the location specified below is correct or change it and insert
> Windows Professional XP Service Pack 2 CD in the drive you specify".
> Strange enough the location (C:\Windows\ServicePackFiles\i386) is correct as
> the file upnpui.dll is located there.
> Inserting the SP2 CD does not solve the problem; the installer still does
> not find the required file.
> How to solve the problem and install this additional component.
>
> --
> Kind regards,
>
> René Meijn
> Hoeven
> The Netherlands
>
>
> "Lem" wrote:
>
> > R. Meijn wrote:
> > > Correct, I am referring to the Internet Gateway which is not shown in the
> > > tray bar but listed under network connections.
> > > Sometimes it is there and sometimes it is not; in both cases internet
> > > functions well.
> > > Who can explain its purpose and function?
> > > Thanks in advance!
> > >
> > The "Internet Gateway" that appears in Network Connections is your
> > router. This icon lets you configure your router without having to
> > access the router's web interface. The icon appears if you have UPnP
> > and the Internet Gateway Device Discovery and Control Client enabled for
> > both the router and your computer. See, e.g.,
> > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/821371
> >
> > --
> > Lem MS MVP -- Networking
> >
> > To the moon and back with 64 Kbits of RAM and 512 Kbits of ROM.
> > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
> >
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From:
R. Meijn <noneedtoknow@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: internet connection icon
Date:
04/13/2007 16:22:04
For today my final observation.
Internet Connection icon under Network Connections was retrieved after
rebooting the router/modem.
Still cannot installa UPnP User Interface.
--
Kind regards,
René Meijn
Hoeven
The Netherlands
"R. Meijn" wrote:
> Some additional information.
> In Administrative Tools > Services, the service Universal Plug and Play
> Device Host was not started.
> I started this manually; no change (reboot required?).
> Should this service be started or stopped by default?
>
> --
> Kind regards,
>
> René Meijn
> Hoeven
> The Netherlands
>
>
> "R. Meijn" wrote:
>
> > Right!
> > This answers the question I intended to pose; thanks Lem!
> >
> > But, still the "Internet Gateway" option in Network Connections has
> > disappeared and remains absent.
> > What is the reason for this and how can I activate it again?
> >
> > Reading the referenced KB-article I tried to install additional Networking
> > Services, UPnP User Interface, following the procedure as outlined by
> > Microsoft.
> > Internet Gateway Device Discovery and Control Client appears to be installed
> > (by default, box checked).
> > UPnP User Interface is not installed.
> > However, during installation it says "Setup cannot copy the file upnpui.dll"
> > - "Ensure the location specified below is correct or change it and insert
> > Windows Professional XP Service Pack 2 CD in the drive you specify".
> > Strange enough the location (C:\Windows\ServicePackFiles\i386) is correct as
> > the file upnpui.dll is located there.
> > Inserting the SP2 CD does not solve the problem; the installer still does
> > not find the required file.
> > How to solve the problem and install this additional component.
> >
> > --
> > Kind regards,
> >
> > René Meijn
> > Hoeven
> > The Netherlands
> >
> >
> > "Lem" wrote:
> >
> > > R. Meijn wrote:
> > > > Correct, I am referring to the Internet Gateway which is not shown in
the
> > > > tray bar but listed under network connections.
> > > > Sometimes it is there and sometimes it is not; in both cases internet
> > > > functions well.
> > > > Who can explain its purpose and function?
> > > > Thanks in advance!
> > > >
> > > The "Internet Gateway" that appears in Network Connections is your
> > > router. This icon lets you configure your router without having to
> > > access the router's web interface. The icon appears if you have UPnP
> > > and the Internet Gateway Device Discovery and Control Client enabled for
> > > both the router and your computer. See, e.g.,
> > > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/821371
> > >
> > > --
> > > Lem MS MVP -- Networking
> > >
> > > To the moon and back with 64 Kbits of RAM and 512 Kbits of ROM.
> > > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
> > >
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From:
Lem <lemp40@hotmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: internet connection icon
Date:
04/14/2007 09:59:39
R. Meijn wrote:
> For today my final observation.
> Internet Connection icon under Network Connections was retrieved after
> rebooting the router/modem.
> Still cannot installa UPnP User Interface.
>
René
I don't use uPnP or the "Internet Connection Gateway" myself.
I don't know why setup couldn't copy upnpui.dll. If you are still
experiencing problems, try posting again with a new subject, such as
"uPnP setup can't copy upnpui.dll". You might also try posting this
question in the windowsxp.general newsgroup (or cross-posting to both
groups with one post -- because you are using the web interface, use the
"advanced options" and enter microsoft.public.windowsxp.general).
As the MS KB article notes, uPnP has to be enabled both in the router
and the computer. Perhaps it had been turned off in the router and
re-booting the router started it up again.
Remember -- you don't need to use this icon to configure your
modem/router. You can do it the "old fashioned way" -- access its web
interface using a browser.
--
Lem -- MS-MVP - Networking
To the moon and back with 64 Kbits of RAM and 512 Kbits of ROM.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: internet connection icon
Date:
04/14/2007 10:42:41
Hi
I think that the whole approach is backward the existence of a neutral Icon
is Not a functional problem and there is No point to waste time and risk a
working configuration. If you need uPnP find out what needs it and configure
it correctly, if you do don't need uPnP disable it in Windows and in the
Router and the Icon would go.
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"Lem" <lemp40@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:OW$0HWqfHHA.3960@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
> R. Meijn wrote:
>> For today my final observation.
>> Internet Connection icon under Network Connections was retrieved after
>> rebooting the router/modem.
>> Still cannot installa UPnP User Interface.
>>
> René
>
> I don't use uPnP or the "Internet Connection Gateway" myself.
>
> I don't know why setup couldn't copy upnpui.dll. If you are still
> experiencing problems, try posting again with a new subject, such as "uPnP
> setup can't copy upnpui.dll". You might also try posting this question
in
> the windowsxp.general newsgroup (or cross-posting to both groups with one
> post -- because you are using the web interface, use the "advanced
> options" and enter microsoft.public.windowsxp.general).
>
> As the MS KB article notes, uPnP has to be enabled both in the router and
> the computer. Perhaps it had been turned off in the router and
re-booting
> the router started it up again.
>
> Remember -- you don't need to use this icon to configure your
> modem/router. You can do it the "old fashioned way" -- access its web
> interface using a browser.
>
> --
> Lem -- MS-MVP - Networking
>
> To the moon and back with 64 Kbits of RAM and 512 Kbits of ROM.
> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
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From:
R. Meijn <noneedtoknow@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: internet connection icon
Date:
04/14/2007 12:34:02
Jack,
I think you are right; the configuration works right now.
I was just wondering if I could easily add some functionality, but, on the
other hand, I think I will just leave it as is.
Thanks for the advice.
--
Kind regards,
René Meijn
Hoeven
The Netherlands
"Jack (MVP-Networking)." wrote:
> Hi
> I think that the whole approach is backward the existence of a neutral Icon
> is Not a functional problem and there is No point to waste time and risk a
> working configuration. If you need uPnP find out what needs it and configure
> it correctly, if you do don't need uPnP disable it in Windows and in the
> Router and the Icon would go.
> Jack (MVP-Networking).
>
> "Lem" <lemp40@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:OW$0HWqfHHA.3960@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
> > R. Meijn wrote:
> >> For today my final observation.
> >> Internet Connection icon under Network Connections was retrieved after
> >> rebooting the router/modem.
> >> Still cannot installa UPnP User Interface.
> >>
> > René
> >
> > I don't use uPnP or the "Internet Connection Gateway" myself.
> >
> > I don't know why setup couldn't copy upnpui.dll. If you are still
> > experiencing problems, try posting again with a new subject, such as "uPnP
> > setup can't copy upnpui.dll". You might also try posting this question
in
> > the windowsxp.general newsgroup (or cross-posting to both groups with one
> > post -- because you are using the web interface, use the "advanced
> > options" and enter microsoft.public.windowsxp.general).
> >
> > As the MS KB article notes, uPnP has to be enabled both in the router and
> > the computer. Perhaps it had been turned off in the router and
re-booting
> > the router started it up again.
> >
> > Remember -- you don't need to use this icon to configure your
> > modem/router. You can do it the "old fashioned way" -- access its web
> > interface using a browser.
> >
> > --
> > Lem -- MS-MVP - Networking
> >
> > To the moon and back with 64 Kbits of RAM and 512 Kbits of ROM.
> > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
>
>
>
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Internet explorer hanging
Date:
05/18/2007 15:13:34
Hi
Could be that the signal is not strong enough to work well at the new
location.
If the Wireless card is stuck between the case and the wall using an
external Antenna that is set above the system might help.
Otherwise, Extending Distance - http://www.ezlan.net/Distance.html
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"Ian" <Ian@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:985A4F0D-8892-47B0-A202-1AD4CAE47423@microsoft.com...
> I've just moved my computer out of the backbedroom for some decorating and
> have enabled my wireless network card (MSI 802.11g Wireless-G PCI Adapter)
> for use downstairs. However the internet explorer keeps hanging for 5 to
> 10
> seconds everytime I try to do something major, like open a new tab, or
> sometimes when I click on a link. The network card also keeps
> reconnecting,
> the worse I've seen every 30seconds. Is the hanging due to the network
> card
> not staying connected or is there something wrong with my machine?
> Internet
> explorer doesn't always hang when the card reseeks the connection.
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From:
Ian <Ian@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Internet explorer hanging
Date:
05/19/2007 06:19:00
Thanks for that - I've plugged the ethernet cable into the computer to see if
internet explorer stops hanging and it doesn't! When I open a tab it doesn't
hang for as long as it did when it is wireless. Now I'm worrying if it is a
virus. My anti-virus software reports I have three files with
"Exploit.Iframe.Vulnerability" which for some reason it can't get remove.
However so far it does seem to be just when I open a new tab. But I can't
remember it doing that before.
"Jack (MVP-Networking)." wrote:
> Hi
> Could be that the signal is not strong enough to work well at the new
> location.
> If the Wireless card is stuck between the case and the wall using an
> external Antenna that is set above the system might help.
> Otherwise, Extending Distance - http://www.ezlan.net/Distance.html
> Jack (MVP-Networking).
>
> "Ian" <Ian@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:985A4F0D-8892-47B0-A202-1AD4CAE47423@microsoft.com...
> > I've just moved my computer out of the backbedroom for some decorating and
> > have enabled my wireless network card (MSI 802.11g Wireless-G PCI Adapter)
> > for use downstairs. However the internet explorer keeps hanging for 5 to
> > 10
> > seconds everytime I try to do something major, like open a new tab, or
> > sometimes when I click on a link. The network card also keeps
> > reconnecting,
> > the worse I've seen every 30seconds. Is the hanging due to the network
> > card
> > not staying connected or is there something wrong with my machine?
> > Internet
> > explorer doesn't always hang when the card reseeks the connection.
>
>
>
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From:
Ian <Ian@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Internet explorer hanging
Date:
05/19/2007 06:25:01
No, it's just gotten worse! Every time I am clicking on a link now it hangs,
and it is really annoying! Is it worth uninstalling ie and reinstalling it?
Thanks for your help :)
"Ian" wrote:
> Thanks for that - I've plugged the ethernet cable into the computer to see if
> internet explorer stops hanging and it doesn't! When I open a tab it doesn't
> hang for as long as it did when it is wireless. Now I'm worrying if it is a
> virus. My anti-virus software reports I have three files with
> "Exploit.Iframe.Vulnerability" which for some reason it can't get remove.
> However so far it does seem to be just when I open a new tab. But I can't
> remember it doing that before.
>
> "Jack (MVP-Networking)." wrote:
>
> > Hi
> > Could be that the signal is not strong enough to work well at the new
> > location.
> > If the Wireless card is stuck between the case and the wall using an
> > external Antenna that is set above the system might help.
> > Otherwise, Extending Distance - http://www.ezlan.net/Distance.html
> > Jack (MVP-Networking).
> >
> > "Ian" <Ian@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > news:985A4F0D-8892-47B0-A202-1AD4CAE47423@microsoft.com...
> > > I've just moved my computer out of the backbedroom for some decorating and
> > > have enabled my wireless network card (MSI 802.11g Wireless-G PCI Adapter)
> > > for use downstairs. However the internet explorer keeps hanging for 5 to
> > > 10
> > > seconds everytime I try to do something major, like open a new tab, or
> > > sometimes when I click on a link. The network card also keeps
> > > reconnecting,
> > > the worse I've seen every 30seconds. Is the hanging due to the network
> > > card
> > > not staying connected or is there something wrong with my machine?
> > > Internet
> > > explorer doesn't always hang when the card reseeks the connection.
> >
> >
> >
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From:
Lem <lemp40@hotmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Is it a router or a computer problem?
Date:
04/15/2007 15:09:00
Lorimar wrote:
> My computer keep on getting a 169 address when trying to connect wirelessly
> to a WPA-PSK and WEP enabled network. Not only is my computer but the
rest
> of the wirelessly connected computers. I'm on an internal wireless,
while
> two other laptops are using a NIC. When using an ethernet cable to
connect
> the laptops to the router they work, so it's only a wireless problem.
>
> When booting from a Linux CD (Ubuntu), I can connect easliy with a WEP since
> I have an internal wireless. I kinda learning about Linux at the moment
so
> I'm not fully reliant on that CD.
>
> I have already done a full reboot of the network system, and I'm still
> getting a 169 address on the laptop. I log into the router and it show
that
> 169 address on the NAT portmap (i think it is).
>
> I also have a friend that has a WPA-PSK enabled network I get a 169 address
> when trying to connect to his.
>
> I have an SMC router set on DHCP. My computer is a Dell Latitude D620
with
> an Intel Pro Wireless.
>
> I've run AVG Anti-Spyware on my computer and nothing came up.
>
> My possible conclusions are:
> 1) One of the computers contracted a virus, and spread it to every other
> computer on the network.
> 2) The router's messed up (maybe related to the WPA-PSK in some way).
> 3) All of our computers are messed up somehow.
>
> Any help is greatly appreciated.
>
Your question does not make sense: you can't have a "WPA-PSK and WEP
enabled network." Both WEP and WPA-PSK are encryption protocols, with
WPA-PSK being newer and more secure than WEP. All devices on any given
wireless network -- including the router/wireless access point and ALL
wireless clients (computers, print servers, etc.) must use the SAME
encryption protocol. That means you can't have some devices configured
to use WEP and other devices configured to use WPA-PSK.
Pick one level of encryption (the most secure level that all of your
devices can handle) and stick with that.
If you access your SMC router's configuration screens you should be able
to determine whether the router is configured to use WEP or WPA-PSK.
You will also be able to determine the encryption key or passphrase set
in the router.
Once you know those two pieces of information from your router, you can
configure the internal wireless adapter in your laptop (or the external
wireless adapters used on the other two laptops.
--
Lem -- MS-MVP - Networking
To the moon and back with 64 Kbits of RAM and 512 Kbits of ROM.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
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From:
<ato_zee@hotmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Is it a router or a computer problem?
Date:
04/15/2007 15:30:12
On 15-Apr-2007, =?Utf-8?B?TG9yaW1hcg==?= <Lorimar@discussions.microsoft.com>
wrote:
> My computer keep on getting a 169 address when trying to connect wirelessly
> to a WPA-PSK and WEP enabled network. Not only is my computer but the
rest
> of the wirelessly connected computers. I'm on an internal wireless,
while
> two other laptops are using a NIC. When using an ethernet cable to
connect
> the laptops to the router they work, so it's only a wireless problem.
The two laptops using a NIC are ok, so you need to know their
IP addresses. Run command then ipconfig /all > C:\ipconfig.txt
ipconfig.txt should give you their IP addresses and hence their
IP address range. It probably won't start 169.nnn.nnn.nnn,
in which event, trying to connect by wireless, with IP addresses
starting 169 won't work.
Simplest way to sort it might be static addressing using the same
address range as the two hardwired laptops that work.
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Is it a router or a computer problem?
Date:
04/15/2007 15:52:25
From the weakest to the strongest, Wireless security capacity is.
No Security
MAC
WEP
WPA-PSK
WPA-AES
WPA2
The documentation of your Wireless devices (Wireless Router, and Wireless
Computers Card) should state the type of security that is available with
your Wireless hardware.
All devices MUST be set to the same security level using the same pass
phrase.
Therefore the security must be set according what ever is the best possible
of one of the Wireless devices.
I.e. even if most of your system might be capable to be configured to the
max. with WPA2, but one device is only capable to be configured to max . of
WEP, to whole system must be configured to WEP.
If you need more good security and one device (like a Wireless card that can
do WEP only) is holding better security for the whole Network, replace the
device with a better one.
Wireless Security - http://www.ezlan.net/Wireless_Security.html
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"Lorimar" <Lorimar@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:9F530937-09B2-4689-BEAA-A5C50728D3EA@microsoft.com...
> My computer keep on getting a 169 address when trying to connect
> wirelessly
> to a WPA-PSK and WEP enabled network. Not only is my computer but the
> rest
> of the wirelessly connected computers. I'm on an internal wireless,
while
> two other laptops are using a NIC. When using an ethernet cable to
> connect
> the laptops to the router they work, so it's only a wireless problem.
>
> When booting from a Linux CD (Ubuntu), I can connect easliy with a WEP
> since
> I have an internal wireless. I kinda learning about Linux at the moment
> so
> I'm not fully reliant on that CD.
>
> I have already done a full reboot of the network system, and I'm still
> getting a 169 address on the laptop. I log into the router and it show
> that
> 169 address on the NAT portmap (i think it is).
>
> I also have a friend that has a WPA-PSK enabled network I get a 169
> address
> when trying to connect to his.
>
> I have an SMC router set on DHCP. My computer is a Dell Latitude D620
> with
> an Intel Pro Wireless.
>
> I've run AVG Anti-Spyware on my computer and nothing came up.
>
> My possible conclusions are:
> 1) One of the computers contracted a virus, and spread it to every other
> computer on the network.
> 2) The router's messed up (maybe related to the WPA-PSK in some way).
> 3) All of our computers are messed up somehow.
>
> Any help is greatly appreciated.
>
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From:
Lilla <lilla@earthlink-removetoreply-.net>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: KB893357 vs KB917021 WinXp Wireless Laptop Woes - WORKAROUND
Date:
05/04/2007 13:23:56
Here's the WORKAROUND that I used to resolve this problem...
A few days ago I tried to install KB917021 (it replaces KB893357 which I had
never installed) on my IBM ThinkPad 770ED (Pentium II 266MHZ) running
Windows XP Home SP2 with all critical updates provided by Windows Updates
I received this message:
KB917021 Setup Error (title)
Failed to migrate dependent packages
I restarted the computer, and then uninstalled the package.
To uninstall, run spuninst.exe, located here...
C:\WINDOWS\$NtUninstallKB917021$\spuninst\spuninst.exe
Notes. This is a hidden folder. This uninstaller is not listed in Add/Remove
Programs.
After uninstalling, I restarted the computer.
Next I googled the problem and found where another person had encountered
the same problem and had shared a workaround that had worked for them.
Workaround: rename xpsp3res.dll to xpsp3res_hideme.dll (or whatever)
(this file is part of this update, see KB917021)
I decided to try this workaround. So I renamed the file and reinstalled and
this time I did not get the error message. I restarted the computer.
Observation:
Before installing this update, xpsp3res.dll was version 5.1.2600.3100
Before installing this update, xpsp3res.dll was version 5.1.2600.2977
It seems odd that this file version regressed. Perhaps someone can tell me
if this workaround will have negative consequences, and what should be done.
P.S. There is also now, KB893357 which replaces the same files (plus one
more, I think) and is later than KB917021. I would like to know if I should
install it.
"Phil C." <charlestek@rcn.com> wrote in message
news:%233vWJpGgHHA.1244@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl...
> I've been having problems with my wireless lenovo laptop Win Xp Pro Sp2,
> all updates to date with Intel 3945abg wireless card and dhcp errors, and
> having it drop the wireless connection
> and not reconnect.
>
> Your computer was not able to renew its address from the network (from the
> DHCP Server) for the Network Card with network address 0018DE746057. The
> following error occurred:
> The operation was canceled by the user. . Your computer will continue to
> try and obtain an address on its own from the network address (DHCP)
> server.
> The semaphore timeout period has expired. . Your computer will continue to
> try and obtain an address on its own from the network address (DHCP)
> server.
> Your computer was unable to automatically configure the IP parameters for
> the Network Card with the network address 0018DE746057. The following
> error occurred during configuration: The DHCP client has obtained an IP
> address that is already in use on the network. The local interface will be
> disabled until the DHCP client can obtain a new address. .
>
> In trying to figure out how to fix this (I'm assuming the router, a SMC
> 2804WBRP-G is configured correctly with WPA PSK, a long key and a 3600 sec
> group rekeying interval)
>
> The Intel drivers and Ibm Thinkvantage software has been configured and
> reinstalled correctly per IBM/Lenovo.
>
> I was researching KB893357 "The Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2)/Wireless
> Provisioning Services Information Element (WPS IE) update for Windows XP
> with Service Pack 2 is available" which is installed on my machine,
> and KB917021 "Description of the Wireless Client Update for Windows XP
> with Service Pack 2", which is newer and contains newer dll's and replaces
> KB893357.
>
> I thought that applying KB917021 which is not pushed out throught the
> Windows Update might help the dropped connection issues. However, when I
> try to run KB917021, I get an error saying that it can't be applied
> because of dependency conflicts.
>
> I wonder if uninstalling KB893357 first, than installing KB917021 would
> work. However, I'm not sure exactly what KB917021 helps me with.
> Any Help would be appreciated
>
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From:
Lilla <lilla@centurytel-removetoreply.net>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: KB893357 vs KB917021 WinXp Wireless Laptop Woes - WORKAROUND
Date:
05/05/2007 13:51:27
Correction: I meant to say KB918997 (instead of KB893357) in the P.S. as
shown below.
P.S. There is also now, KB918997 (Feb 16, 2007) which replaces the same
files (plus one
more, I think) and is later than KB917021. I would like to know if I should
install it.
"Lilla" <lilla@earthlink-removetoreply-.net> wrote in message
news:eR%23xklnjHHA.4800@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
> Here's the WORKAROUND that I used to resolve this problem...
>
> A few days ago I tried to install KB917021 (it replaces KB893357 which I
> had never installed) on my IBM ThinkPad 770ED (Pentium II 266MHZ) running
> Windows XP Home SP2 with all critical updates provided by Windows Updates
> I received this message:
> KB917021 Setup Error (title)
> Failed to migrate dependent packages
>
> I restarted the computer, and then uninstalled the package.
> To uninstall, run spuninst.exe, located here...
> C:\WINDOWS\$NtUninstallKB917021$\spuninst\spuninst.exe
> Notes. This is a hidden folder. This uninstaller is not listed in
> Add/Remove Programs.
>
> After uninstalling, I restarted the computer.
>
> Next I googled the problem and found where another person had encountered
> the same problem and had shared a workaround that had worked for them.
> Workaround: rename xpsp3res.dll to xpsp3res_hideme.dll
(or whatever)
> (this file is part of this update, see KB917021)
>
> I decided to try this workaround. So I renamed the file and reinstalled
> and this time I did not get the error message. I restarted the computer.
>
> Observation:
> Before installing this update, xpsp3res.dll was version 5.1.2600.3100
> Before installing this update, xpsp3res.dll was version 5.1.2600.2977
>
> It seems odd that this file version regressed. Perhaps someone can tell me
> if this workaround will have negative consequences, and what should be
> done.
>
> P.S. There is also now, KB893357 which replaces the same files (plus one
> more, I think) and is later than KB917021. I would like to know if I
> should install it.
>
>
> "Phil C." <charlestek@rcn.com> wrote in message
> news:%233vWJpGgHHA.1244@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl...
>> I've been having problems with my wireless lenovo laptop Win Xp Pro
Sp2,
>> all updates to date with Intel 3945abg wireless card and dhcp errors, and
>> having it drop the wireless connection
>> and not reconnect.
>>
>> Your computer was not able to renew its address from the network (from
>> the DHCP Server) for the Network Card with network address 0018DE746057.
>> The following error occurred:
>> The operation was canceled by the user. . Your computer will continue to
>> try and obtain an address on its own from the network address (DHCP)
>> server.
>> The semaphore timeout period has expired. . Your computer will continue
>> to try and obtain an address on its own from the network address (DHCP)
>> server.
>> Your computer was unable to automatically configure the IP parameters for
>> the Network Card with the network address 0018DE746057. The following
>> error occurred during configuration: The DHCP client has obtained an IP
>> address that is already in use on the network. The local interface will
>> be disabled until the DHCP client can obtain a new address. .
>>
>> In trying to figure out how to fix this (I'm assuming the router, a SMC
>> 2804WBRP-G is configured correctly with WPA PSK, a long key and a 3600
>> sec group rekeying interval)
>>
>> The Intel drivers and Ibm Thinkvantage software has been configured and
>> reinstalled correctly per IBM/Lenovo.
>>
>> I was researching KB893357 "The Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2)/Wireless
>> Provisioning Services Information Element (WPS IE) update for Windows XP
>> with Service Pack 2 is available" which is installed on my machine,
>> and KB917021 "Description of the Wireless Client Update for Windows XP
>> with Service Pack 2", which is newer and contains newer dll's and
>> replaces KB893357.
>>
>> I thought that applying KB917021 which is not pushed out throught the
>> Windows Update might help the dropped connection issues. However, when
I
>> try to run KB917021, I get an error saying that it can't be applied
>> because of dependency conflicts.
>>
>> I wonder if uninstalling KB893357 first, than installing KB917021 would
>> work. However, I'm not sure exactly what KB917021 helps me with.
>> Any Help would be appreciated
>>
>
>
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From:
loquinn <loquinn@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
RE: laptop connect to network but
Date:
05/07/2007 18:22:03
Byte
I am following your instructions to get my husband's laptop to print to my
host printer wireless and when on his computer, I can't browse to find the
name of the printer which is printer06. How do I search the netowork for
that printer. Help I have been trying for 2 months. I first
ordered a
wirless printer kit from HP and they never got it to work. The postings
here
had more information
--
loquinn
"Byte" wrote:
> Printer Sharing. The Host should be the desktop PC.
> Install the printer on the Host PC. Then using Control Panel | Network
> enable File & Printer Sharing and make sure you check the box to allow
> others to print to your printers. Next under Start | Settings | Printers,
> select the printer, check the box to share the printer and assign a name.
> Keep the name short and do not include any blanks, like Printer2.
>
> You should now be able to add the printer to your Guest PCs using Start |
> Settings | Printers & Faxes | Add Printer. Check the radio button "A
> network printer ..." and then either browse for the printer or enter its
> name (using \\PCName\PrinterName) and continue until finished. Ensure
> that the firewall on your XP PC is set to allow access to remote printers.
> If using XP's native firewall ensure that File and Printer Sharing is
> enabled and that the box with he same name is checked in the Firewall
> exceptions list. The PCName can be found at:
>
> Rightclick My Computer icon on desktop>Properties>Computer Name tab.
> It may look something like: "Home-66djksjcpv". Don't type the quotes.
> Click "Next" and it should install the printer on the Guest PC when
> it finds it.
>
> Note: You can follow the same procedure to get access to
> "Files" from one PC to the other.
>
>
> --
> XP - WNP
> Today is the first day of the
> rest of your life.
> If you find this response helpful,
> rate it below.
>
>
> "naf" wrote:
>
> > my main computer is connected to router and laptop is connect through a
> > abtaptor and connect to network great but i cannot seem to get printer
shared
> > or files shared how do i do it. i have shared the printer on the main
> > computer but laptop doesn't find printer etc
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Laptop stopped printing through wireless connection
Date:
05/16/2007 21:37:02
Hi
The Router has nothing to do with printers or printing. This issue involves
File and Printer Sharing.
Successful Sharing involves some general consideration in Network
settings,http://www.ezlan.net/sharing.html As well as specific adjustment of
each computer according to what it is allowed to be shared.
Basic XP -
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/winxppro/maintain/filesharing.mspx
Advanced XP - http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;304040
Printer Sharing XP -
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/expert/honeycutt_july2.mspx
Windows Native Firewall setting for Sharing XP -
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/875357
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"dmahanay" <dmahanay@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:30432231-7569-42EA-9F69-72AB5C2655FB@microsoft.com...
>I have a Dell desktop XPS and Dell Laptop Inspiron E1505 running win XP
>(too
> chicken to install the Vista). The Desktop is hardwired to the Netgear
> Router and the laptop uses internet and DID prnt to two printers through
> wireless hookup. We had no problems for several months and then all of a
> sudden the laptop wouldn't print to either of the HP printers. I checked
> the
> printers on the laptop and it shows the HP 1200 Laser as default printer.
> I
> did the troubleshoot selection under repair and it said it didn't get a
> "ping". Can someone help me?
>
> I didn't install all of this (a Dell rep did when we bought it all) so I
> don't really undersand much about the router! Just that it is hooked to
> the
> cable modem and eveything works great except now the printer stopped for
> the
> laptop:(
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From:
dmahanay <dmahanay@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Laptop stopped printing through wireless connection
Date:
05/21/2007 09:38:00
I read ALL of this and tried what I thought I could follow and nothing
worked. Do you think a Dell tech support could help me correct this
problem?
"Jack (MVP-Networking)." wrote:
> Hi
> The Router has nothing to do with printers or printing. This issue involves
> File and Printer Sharing.
> Successful Sharing involves some general consideration in Network
> settings,http://www.ezlan.net/sharing.html As well as specific adjustment of
> each computer according to what it is allowed to be shared.
> Basic XP -
>
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/winxppro/maintain/filesharing.mspx
> Advanced XP - http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;304040
> Printer Sharing XP -
>
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/expert/honeycutt_july2.mspx
> Windows Native Firewall setting for Sharing XP -
> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/875357
> Jack (MVP-Networking).
>
> "dmahanay" <dmahanay@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:30432231-7569-42EA-9F69-72AB5C2655FB@microsoft.com...
> >I have a Dell desktop XPS and Dell Laptop Inspiron E1505 running win XP
> >(too
> > chicken to install the Vista). The Desktop is hardwired to the Netgear
> > Router and the laptop uses internet and DID prnt to two printers through
> > wireless hookup. We had no problems for several months and then all of
a
> > sudden the laptop wouldn't print to either of the HP printers. I
checked
> > the
> > printers on the laptop and it shows the HP 1200 Laser as default printer.
> > I
> > did the troubleshoot selection under repair and it said it didn't get a
> > "ping". Can someone help me?
> >
> > I didn't install all of this (a Dell rep did when we bought it all) so I
> > don't really undersand much about the router! Just that it is hooked
to
> > the
> > cable modem and eveything works great except now the printer stopped for
> > the
> > laptop:(
>
>
>
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From:
Sooner Al [MVP] <SoonerAl@somewhere.net.invalid>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Limiting Access Points that a Client Can Connect to
Date:
05/06/2007 04:24:39
<guy100@jackman5.com> wrote in message
news:1178431959.123483.114920@y5g2000hsa.googlegroups.com...
> Is there any practical way to limit which access points that a Windows
> XP machine can connect to? I would like to ensure that my children
> are always connected to my access point and not one of the many
> neighbors. I know that there is an option in the Windows XP wireless
> config to only connect to preferred access points, but it would be
> quite easy to bypass by unchecking or just adding the desired AP to
> the preferred list. Another way is for the user to change to not use
> the integrated XP wireless management and use the one supplied by the
> Wireless device's manufacturer.
>
> I think I can eliminate the second possibility by uninstalling (as
> Admin) the vendor's tool and selecting the Windows client. The other
> methods I'm not sure of. Does anyone know any registry hacks that
> will disable non-admins from being able to modify the wireless
> settings once I set them? I've searched high and low and I'm not
> finding many search references to this type of requirement outside of
> corporate environments where there are apparently Group Policy
> settings that take care of this type of need.
>
> The idea here is that my network has a content filtering proxy which
> keeps the kids from finding bad stuff unintentionally, but not all my
> PCs are hardwired to the network and with the pervasiveness of
> wireless these days it is hard to keep them from mistakenly (or
> intentionally) attaching to the neighbor's network and bypassing my
> proxy.
>
You may be interested in these threads from the DSL Reports forums on this
issue...
http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,14691864
http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,13566512
Personally I think some sort of parental control software that controls when
someone can logon the PC and if they can access the internet is a good
solution for this type of issue. Some ISPs provide that free for their
customers...
http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,13574572
FWIW department, Vista has parental control software built-in to the OS so
if you upgrade in the future keep that in mind...
--
Al Jarvi (MS-MVP Windows Networking)
Please post *ALL* questions and replies to the news group for the
mutual benefit of all of us...
The MS-MVP Program - http://mvp.support.microsoft.com
This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no
rights...
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From:
Pavel A. <pavel_a@NOwritemeNO.com>
To:
none
Subject:
RE: Limiting Access Points that a Client Can Connect to
Date:
05/08/2007 00:20:00
Hi,
If your wireless card is Centrino, then Intel PROSet software can
restrict the APs for you. Just specify the "mandatory AP" in the profile.
Another way is to use encryption or secure association, and prohibit
the wireless card from connecting in open/unsecure mode.
Regards,
--PA
"guy100@jackman5.com" wrote:
> Is there any practical way to limit which access points that a Windows
> XP machine can connect to? I would like to ensure that my children
> are always connected to my access point and not one of the many
> neighbors. I know that there is an option in the Windows XP wireless
> config to only connect to preferred access points, but it would be
> quite easy to bypass by unchecking or just adding the desired AP to
> the preferred list. Another way is for the user to change to not use
> the integrated XP wireless management and use the one supplied by the
> Wireless device's manufacturer.
>
> I think I can eliminate the second possibility by uninstalling (as
> Admin) the vendor's tool and selecting the Windows client. The other
> methods I'm not sure of. Does anyone know any registry hacks that
> will disable non-admins from being able to modify the wireless
> settings once I set them? I've searched high and low and I'm not
> finding many search references to this type of requirement outside of
> corporate environments where there are apparently Group Policy
> settings that take care of this type of need.
>
> The idea here is that my network has a content filtering proxy which
> keeps the kids from finding bad stuff unintentionally, but not all my
> PCs are hardwired to the network and with the pervasiveness of
> wireless these days it is hard to keep them from mistakenly (or
> intentionally) attaching to the neighbor's network and bypassing my
> proxy.
>
>
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From:
Barb Bowman <barb@nospam.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Linksys Wireless print server
Date:
04/22/2007 04:31:54
http://www.dlink.com/products/?pid=482 supports much better
encryption. and you should at least use WPA. anyone driving b your
home could hack WEP in less than 2 minutes.
On Sat, 21 Apr 2007 21:55:20 -0700, "Greg Kamer"
<gkamer@bingoware.com> wrote:
>Hi All,
>
I am in the process of setting up a wireless network at home.
>Involved will be 3 computers, 2 desk tops and a laptop all running Win-XP.
>My laptop has a wireless card built in, and I purchased 2 Belkin USB
>wireless adapters for the 2 desk tops.
>
>So far everything is working fine. To finish off my wireless project, I need
>to set up my printer. Right now, the printer, a Canon i960 photo printer is
>connected to one of the desk tops. Of course this means that system needs to
>be turned on in order for any of the other systems to use it, since it is
>designated as a shared printer.
>
>I was thinking of using the Linksys wirless print server to solve the
>wireless printer issue. I have read where this server is not really too good
>when running a multi-function printer, but since this is just an inkjet
>printer that does not sound like it will be a problem ion my case.
>
>Now for my wireless security, I am using a 128 bit WEP encryption key. I
>understand this is not the highest level of security I could have, but I
>just want something to keep the neighbors from hijacking my band width.
>
>Now I have read where this serve only accepts 64 bit encryption and if I
>purchased it, I would need to change all my security settings for the
>wireless computers. Do you think this is going to pose a major problem,
>security wise with my network. The reason I was looking at this server was
>because it is a USB wireless print server and my printer is USB. Plus the
>router is a Linksys so I thought it would be a good idea to stay with
>Linksys components as much as possible.
>
>Perhaps someone has some suggestions they think may be helpful. I'm always
>open to constructive ideas.
>
--
Barb Bowman
MS Windows-MVP
Expert Zone & Vista Community Columnist
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/meetexperts/bowman.mspx
http://blogs.digitalmediaphile.com/barb/
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Linksys Wireless print server
Date:
04/22/2007 09:59:56
Hi
The issue of Network printing has to be viewed in a more global way than
just buying an adaptor.
Printers include a lot of propriety aspects an thus many combination of
printer and stand alone printer server would allow the use of all of the
printer capacities.
Many time it is preferable to leave the current printers as is and get an
additional inexpensive network printer. See more here,
http://www.ezlan.net/prtserver.html
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"Greg Kamer" <gkamer@bingoware.com> wrote in message
news:k7mdnSwfR-gkd7fbnZ2dnUVZ_oqmnZ2d@centurytel.net...
> Hi All,
>
I am in the process of setting up a wireless network at home.
> Involved will be 3 computers, 2 desk tops and a laptop all running Win-XP.
> My laptop has a wireless card built in, and I purchased 2 Belkin USB
> wireless adapters for the 2 desk tops.
>
> So far everything is working fine. To finish off my wireless project, I
> need to set up my printer. Right now, the printer, a Canon i960 photo
> printer is connected to one of the desk tops. Of course this means that
> system needs to be turned on in order for any of the other systems to use
> it, since it is designated as a shared printer.
>
> I was thinking of using the Linksys wirless print server to solve the
> wireless printer issue. I have read where this server is not really too
> good when running a multi-function printer, but since this is just an
> inkjet printer that does not sound like it will be a problem ion my case.
>
> Now for my wireless security, I am using a 128 bit WEP encryption key. I
> understand this is not the highest level of security I could have, but I
> just want something to keep the neighbors from hijacking my band width.
>
> Now I have read where this serve only accepts 64 bit encryption and if I
> purchased it, I would need to change all my security settings for the
> wireless computers. Do you think this is going to pose a major problem,
> security wise with my network. The reason I was looking at this server was
> because it is a USB wireless print server and my printer is USB. Plus the
> router is a Linksys so I thought it would be a good idea to stay with
> Linksys components as much as possible.
>
> Perhaps someone has some suggestions they think may be helpful. I'm always
> open to constructive ideas.
>
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From:
Tanaka Oshi <TanakaOshi@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Linksys Wireless print server
Date:
04/30/2007 13:26:04
Greg,
I've got a linksys wireless print server and it does 128 I'm using that
along with the MAC filtering aspect of my wireless and it seems to work
pretty good. Also are you US or Europe, that may be why you don't have 128
listed.
--
I didn''''''''t'''''''' do it, you can''''''''t prove a thing, and besides
no one saw a thing.
"Jack (MVP-Networking)." wrote:
> Hi
> The issue of Network printing has to be viewed in a more global way than
> just buying an adaptor.
> Printers include a lot of propriety aspects an thus many combination of
> printer and stand alone printer server would allow the use of all of the
> printer capacities.
> Many time it is preferable to leave the current printers as is and get an
> additional inexpensive network printer. See more here,
> http://www.ezlan.net/prtserver.html
> Jack (MVP-Networking).
>
> "Greg Kamer" <gkamer@bingoware.com> wrote in message
> news:k7mdnSwfR-gkd7fbnZ2dnUVZ_oqmnZ2d@centurytel.net...
> > Hi All,
> >
I am in the process of setting up a wireless network at home.
> > Involved will be 3 computers, 2 desk tops and a laptop all running Win-XP.
> > My laptop has a wireless card built in, and I purchased 2 Belkin USB
> > wireless adapters for the 2 desk tops.
> >
> > So far everything is working fine. To finish off my wireless project, I
> > need to set up my printer. Right now, the printer, a Canon i960 photo
> > printer is connected to one of the desk tops. Of course this means that
> > system needs to be turned on in order for any of the other systems to use
> > it, since it is designated as a shared printer.
> >
> > I was thinking of using the Linksys wirless print server to solve the
> > wireless printer issue. I have read where this server is not really too
> > good when running a multi-function printer, but since this is just an
> > inkjet printer that does not sound like it will be a problem ion my case.
> >
> > Now for my wireless security, I am using a 128 bit WEP encryption key. I
> > understand this is not the highest level of security I could have, but I
> > just want something to keep the neighbors from hijacking my band width.
> >
> > Now I have read where this serve only accepts 64 bit encryption and if I
> > purchased it, I would need to change all my security settings for the
> > wireless computers. Do you think this is going to pose a major problem,
> > security wise with my network. The reason I was looking at this server was
> > because it is a USB wireless print server and my printer is USB. Plus the
> > router is a Linksys so I thought it would be a good idea to stay with
> > Linksys components as much as possible.
> >
> > Perhaps someone has some suggestions they think may be helpful. I'm always
> > open to constructive ideas.
> >
>
>
>
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC software that can be run as a Service, and does not need
adminstrative rights
Date:
05/12/2007 09:35:33
Hi
If the network is functional before Log On then what is the point of Log On.
Windows 2000 is not as flexible as Windows XP.
You have to use the original manufacturer utility as is or write you own.
I think that Boingo has free utility that works with Win2000 too.
http://www.boingo.com/download.html
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"Roy Avery" <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote in message
news:1346kipktcpmea5@corp.supernews.com...
> The machine is Windows 2000 Pro SP4.
>
> I need a PCI wireless NIC with software that can be run as a Service. I
> want the network to be connected BEFORE the user even logs in. I also
> need
> the NIC software to be able to be used by users who are members of only
> the
> standard Users group.
>
> I tried a Linksys WMP54G, but the Linksys WLAN Monitor software CAN NOT be
> run as a Service, and requires the user to a member of the Administrators.
> The network will not go live until after the user logs in. Linksys'
> software engineering team really took the easy way out (read LAZY) on that
> one. Nice.
>
> Does anyone have any ideas? Thanks.
>
> Roy
>
>
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From:
Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC software that can be run as a Service, and does not need
adminstrative rights
Date:
05/13/2007 09:59:04
> If the network is functional before Log On then what is the point of Log
On.
> Windows 2000 is not as flexible as Windows XP.
Jack, I'm sure you already know the answer to this, so I'm wondering why you
even asked in the first place? Logging on and a having a functional
network
are not the same. Logging on authenticates the user, depending on network
design, to either the local machine or to the domain, or even to both. A
functional network just allows the machine to talk to the network. What
you
do with the machine that is connected to the network is up to the "net
admin". Whether it be to push updates from a server, or to back up files
using xcopy or a fancy program, you shouldn't have to have a user logged
onto the machine in order for these procedures to take place. It would be
rather difficult to pcAnywhere to a machine connected to a network
wirelessly, if the machine did not have a user logged on at the time,
wouldn't it?
The NIC software engineers are taking the lazy way out by not building that
functionality into the software. What are we, a bunch of 80 year olds who
just bought our computer from Circuit City yesterday? That's how I felt
about the Linksys software, and I am hoping that D-Link or Netgear or even
Belkin has something that will work the way I want. Does anybody know if
they do?
Roy
"Jack (MVP-Networking)." <Jack@discussiongroup.com> wrote in message
news:uAfvRLKlHHA.2272@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
> Hi
> If the network is functional before Log On then what is the point of Log
On.
> Windows 2000 is not as flexible as Windows XP.
> You have to use the original manufacturer utility as is or write you own.
> I think that Boingo has free utility that works with Win2000 too.
> http://www.boingo.com/download.html
> Jack (MVP-Networking).
>
> "Roy Avery" <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote in message
> news:1346kipktcpmea5@corp.supernews.com...
> > The machine is Windows 2000 Pro SP4.
> >
> > I need a PCI wireless NIC with software that can be run as a Service.
I
> > want the network to be connected BEFORE the user even logs in. I also
> > need
> > the NIC software to be able to be used by users who are members of only
> > the
> > standard Users group.
> >
> > I tried a Linksys WMP54G, but the Linksys WLAN Monitor software CAN NOT
be
> > run as a Service, and requires the user to a member of the
Administrators.
> > The network will not go live until after the user logs in. Linksys'
> > software engineering team really took the easy way out (read LAZY) on
that
> > one. Nice.
> >
> > Does anyone have any ideas? Thanks.
> >
> > Roy
> >
> >
>
>
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC that doesn't require user to be logged in
Date:
04/24/2007 17:53:47
Hi
Win 2000 does not have a native Wireless capability, so it is up to the
utility provided by the Card's manufacturer to provide auto connection.
Contact Linksys support may be that have a solution (or upgrade to Win XP).
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"Roy Avery" <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote in message
news:132t1en5g3fbg21@corp.supernews.com...
>I picked up a Linksys WMP54G yesterday and installed it on a W2K Pro SP4
> machine. Unfortunately, I found out a user needs to be logged on in
order
> for the NIC to connect to the AP. Is there a NIC out there where the
> software runs as a Service, allowing the machine to connected to the
> network
> without having to be logged on.
>
> Basically, I'm looking to have a wireless network, but have it act like
> it's
> wired. Not that I'd do it, but basically I'd like a NIC that I could
> install on a server, and let the server fulfill it's role as a server
> without having a user logged onto the machine.
>
> Thank you.
>
>
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From:
Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC that doesn't require user to be logged in
Date:
04/24/2007 22:16:44
Thank you Jack.
Yes, I understand W2K does not have native wireless capability like XP does.
I'm looking for a manufacturer who's NIC software is capable of running as a
service. I was on the phone with Linksys tech support for over two hours
trying to get up to Level 2, and to hopefully talk to somebody who knows as
much as a 4th grader. It was very difficult. Level 2 finally said
they
would try and duplicate the problems I was having, and they did call me back
today. Apparently, there software is not mean to run in the background as
a
Service. A user must be logged in at all times. It sounds like
Linksys is
not the product for me.
Obviously Linksys is not the only player in the home owner class of wireless
products. Is anybody aware of a manufacturer who's software can run in the
background? I would like to have an established network connection even
though the machine is only at the CTRL-ALT-DEL screen.
Thank you.
"Jack (MVP-Networking)." <Jack@discussiongroup.com> wrote in message
news:u$yR3NshHHA.588@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
> Hi
> Win 2000 does not have a native Wireless capability, so it is up to the
> utility provided by the Card's manufacturer to provide auto connection.
> Contact Linksys support may be that have a solution (or upgrade to Win
XP).
> Jack (MVP-Networking).
>
> "Roy Avery" <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote in message
> news:132t1en5g3fbg21@corp.supernews.com...
> >I picked up a Linksys WMP54G yesterday and installed it on a W2K Pro SP4
> > machine. Unfortunately, I found out a user needs to be logged on in
order
> > for the NIC to connect to the AP. Is there a NIC out there where the
> > software runs as a Service, allowing the machine to connected to the
> > network
> > without having to be logged on.
> >
> > Basically, I'm looking to have a wireless network, but have it act like
> > it's
> > wired. Not that I'd do it, but basically I'd like a NIC that I could
> > install on a server, and let the server fulfill it's role as a server
> > without having a user logged onto the machine.
> >
> > Thank you.
> >
> >
>
>
Top
From:
Axel Hammerschmidt <hlexa@hotmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC that doesn't require user to be logged in
Date:
04/25/2007 06:53:44
Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote:
<snip>
> Is anybody aware of a manufacturer who's software can run in the
> background? I would like to have an established network connection even
> though the machine is only at the CTRL-ALT-DEL screen.
Leave the wireless network un-secured and almost any wireless client
under W2K SP4 will log on to the network before the user has launched
the client, although to my knowledge not before the user has activated
the account (with Ctrl-Alt-Del).
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From:
Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC that doesn't require user to be logged in
Date:
04/25/2007 11:45:19
Unsecured? Nope, that's not going to happen. Yes, I realize if
somebody
really, really wants into the network, they're going to get in, but I'm not
going to have an open invitation for outsiders to see my machine names, and
then get an idea to try and hack into them and get personal information.
Still, your solution suggests the user will have to log in. I don't want
this either. This is going to be a machine that the kids will be using.
I
want the ability to be able to access files on the computer, without a user
needing to be logged in the local machine, just like on a wired networked
computer.
For as long as wireless has been around, I'm very surprised this isn't how
all NIC's are already.
"Axel Hammerschmidt" <hlexa@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:1hx4ovv.emhcv51aag696N%hlexa@hotmail.com...
> Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote:
>
> <snip>
>
> > Is anybody aware of a manufacturer who's software can run in the
> > background? I would like to have an established network connection
even
> > though the machine is only at the CTRL-ALT-DEL screen.
>
> Leave the wireless network un-secured and almost any wireless client
> under W2K SP4 will log on to the network before the user has launched
> the client, although to my knowledge not before the user has activated
> the account (with Ctrl-Alt-Del).
Top
From:
Axel Hammerschmidt <hlexa@hotmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC that doesn't require user to be logged in
Date:
04/25/2007 12:18:00
Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote:
<snip>
> Still, your solution suggests the user will have to log in. I don't want
> this either. This is going to be a machine that the kids will be using.
I
> want the ability to be able to access files on the computer, without a user
> needing to be logged in the local machine, just like on a wired networked
> computer.
Can you "access files on the computer,without a user needing to be
logged in the local machine" on a wired network?
That's interesting. I've tried Googling. Can you provide a link?
Top
From:
Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC that doesn't require user to be logged in
Date:
04/25/2007 17:54:14
Yes you can. I don't need a link or a google search. I was the only
person
working in the IT Dept of a four office law firm with 100+ workstations and
5 servers. As long as the machine is on, I could check out any file on any
computer or any server in the entire firm from the comforts of my desk. I
want to be able to do the same thing in our home, but in a wireless
environment. I have practically zero experience in wireless networks.
It
was like pulling teeth to get money for IT upgrades, so wireless was
completely out of the question.
Any ideas?
"Axel Hammerschmidt" <hlexa@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:1hx53ld.1hmwp7z1ghi6ymN%hlexa@hotmail.com...
> Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote:
>
> <snip>
>
> > Still, your solution suggests the user will have to log in. I don't
want
> > this either. This is going to be a machine that the kids will be
using.
I
> > want the ability to be able to access files on the computer, without a
user
> > needing to be logged in the local machine, just like on a wired
networked
> > computer.
>
> Can you "access files on the computer,without a user needing to be
> logged in the local machine" on a wired network?
>
> That's interesting. I've tried Googling. Can you provide a link?
Top
From:
Axel Hammerschmidt <hlexa@hotmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC that doesn't require user to be logged in
Date:
04/28/2007 16:05:49
Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote:
> "Axel Hammerschmidt" <hlexa@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:1hx53ld.1hmwp7z1ghi6ymN%hlexa@hotmail.com...
>
> > Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > <snip>
> >
> > > Still, your solution suggests the user will have to log in. I don't
> > > want this either. This is going to be a machine that the kids will
be
> > > using. I want the ability to be able to access files on the computer,
> > > without a user needing to be logged in the local machine, just like on
> > > a wired networked computer.
> >
> > Can you "access files on the computer,without a user needing to be
> > logged in the local machine" on a wired network?
> >
> > That's interesting. I've tried Googling. Can you provide a link?
>
> Yes you can. I don't need a link or a google search. I was the
only person
> working in the IT Dept of a four office law firm with 100+ workstations and
> 5 servers. As long as the machine is on, I could check out any file on
any
> computer or any server in the entire firm from the comforts of my desk.
I
> want to be able to do the same thing in our home, but in a wireless
> environment. I have practically zero experience in wireless networks.
It
> was like pulling teeth to get money for IT upgrades, so wireless was
> completely out of the question.
>
> Any ideas?
Run a windows domain.
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From:
Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC that doesn't require user to be logged in
Date:
04/29/2007 23:40:43
Axel. The Linksys product referenced, REQUIRES the user to be logged on in
order for the network to be established between the desktop and the Windows
domain, worgroup, you name it.
"Axel Hammerschmidt" <hlexa@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:1hxayl8.zudfitqzinsN%hlexa@hotmail.com...
> Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote:
>
> > "Axel Hammerschmidt" <hlexa@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> > news:1hx53ld.1hmwp7z1ghi6ymN%hlexa@hotmail.com...
> >
> > > Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote:
> > >
> > > <snip>
> > >
> > > > Still, your solution suggests the user will have to log in. I
don't
> > > > want this either. This is going to be a machine that the kids will
be
> > > > using. I want the ability to be able to access files on the
computer,
> > > > without a user needing to be logged in the local machine, just like
on
> > > > a wired networked computer.
> > >
> > > Can you "access files on the computer,without a user needing to be
> > > logged in the local machine" on a wired network?
> > >
> > > That's interesting. I've tried Googling. Can you provide a link?
> >
> > Yes you can. I don't need a link or a google search. I was the
only
person
> > working in the IT Dept of a four office law firm with 100+ workstations
and
> > 5 servers. As long as the machine is on, I could check out any file on
any
> > computer or any server in the entire firm from the comforts of my desk.
I
> > want to be able to do the same thing in our home, but in a wireless
> > environment. I have practically zero experience in wireless networks.
It
> > was like pulling teeth to get money for IT upgrades, so wireless was
> > completely out of the question.
> >
> > Any ideas?
>
> Run a windows domain.
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From:
Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC that doesn't require user to be logged in
Date:
04/30/2007 11:52:00
Let me correct my statement. It is the WLAN Monitor software that REQUIRES
the user to be logged on. I'm not sure why Linksys does not have a utility
for W2K computers that can be run as a Service.
"Roy Avery" <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote in message
news:133at3ahct63oef@corp.supernews.com...
> Axel. The Linksys product referenced, REQUIRES the user to be logged on
in
> order for the network to be established between the desktop and the
Windows
> domain, worgroup, you name it.
>
>
> "Axel Hammerschmidt" <hlexa@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:1hxayl8.zudfitqzinsN%hlexa@hotmail.com...
> > Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > > "Axel Hammerschmidt" <hlexa@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> > > news:1hx53ld.1hmwp7z1ghi6ymN%hlexa@hotmail.com...
> > >
> > > > Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > <snip>
> > > >
> > > > > Still, your solution suggests the user will have to log in. I
don't
> > > > > want this either. This is going to be a machine that the kids
will
> be
> > > > > using. I want the ability to be able to access files on the
> computer,
> > > > > without a user needing to be logged in the local machine, just
like
> on
> > > > > a wired networked computer.
> > > >
> > > > Can you "access files on the computer,without a user needing to be
> > > > logged in the local machine" on a wired network?
> > > >
> > > > That's interesting. I've tried Googling. Can you provide a link?
> > >
> > > Yes you can. I don't need a link or a google search. I was the
only
> person
> > > working in the IT Dept of a four office law firm with 100+
workstations
> and
> > > 5 servers. As long as the machine is on, I could check out any file
on
> any
> > > computer or any server in the entire firm from the comforts of my
desk.
> I
> > > want to be able to do the same thing in our home, but in a wireless
> > > environment. I have practically zero experience in wireless
networks.
> It
> > > was like pulling teeth to get money for IT upgrades, so wireless was
> > > completely out of the question.
> > >
> > > Any ideas?
> >
> > Run a windows domain.
>
>
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From:
Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC that doesn't require user to be logged in
Date:
04/30/2007 13:39:51
Jack.
Are you aware of any manufacturers who's software can be run as a "Service".
Linksys' WLAN Monitor software requires a user to be logged on to the
machine in order for the software to run. This means I would not be able
to
access files on the wireless machine without having a user logged on. I
simply want to be able to do the usual \\machinename\sharename thing to
access files on the wireless computer, WITHOUT having to have a user logged
onto the wireless computer. Why is this so difficult for Linksys to
comprehend? Their tech support pretty much knows jack squat about
networking.
Anyway, like I asked, are you aware of any other companies where this is
possible, on a W2K machine? Netgear, Belkin, etc.?
Thank you.
Roy
"Jack (MVP-Networking)." <Jack@discussiongroup.com> wrote in message
news:u$yR3NshHHA.588@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
> Hi
> Win 2000 does not have a native Wireless capability, so it is up to the
> utility provided by the Card's manufacturer to provide auto connection.
> Contact Linksys support may be that have a solution (or upgrade to Win
XP).
> Jack (MVP-Networking).
>
> "Roy Avery" <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote in message
> news:132t1en5g3fbg21@corp.supernews.com...
> >I picked up a Linksys WMP54G yesterday and installed it on a W2K Pro SP4
> > machine. Unfortunately, I found out a user needs to be logged on in
order
> > for the NIC to connect to the AP. Is there a NIC out there where the
> > software runs as a Service, allowing the machine to connected to the
> > network
> > without having to be logged on.
> >
> > Basically, I'm looking to have a wireless network, but have it act like
> > it's
> > wired. Not that I'd do it, but basically I'd like a NIC that I could
> > install on a server, and let the server fulfill it's role as a server
> > without having a user logged onto the machine.
> >
> > Thank you.
> >
> >
>
>
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From:
Jim <j.n@nospam.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC that doesn't require user to be logged in
Date:
04/25/2007 11:09:09
"Roy Avery" <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote in message
news:132t1en5g3fbg21@corp.supernews.com...
>I picked up a Linksys WMP54G yesterday and installed it on a W2K Pro SP4
> machine. Unfortunately, I found out a user needs to be logged on in
order
> for the NIC to connect to the AP. Is there a NIC out there where the
> software runs as a Service, allowing the machine to connected to the
> network
> without having to be logged on.
>
> Basically, I'm looking to have a wireless network, but have it act like
> it's
> wired. Not that I'd do it, but basically I'd like a NIC that I could
> install on a server, and let the server fulfill it's role as a server
> without having a user logged onto the machine.
>
> Thank you.
>
>
My laptop has an internal Intel adapter. Intel's software hus such a
feature. Perhaps, if Intel makes a PCI or USB adapter, the software for it
would allow your wish.
I haven't enabled this action because I finally decided that I don't want or
need the feature.
Jim
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From:
Pavel A. <pavel_a@NOwritemeNO.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC that doesn't require user to be logged in
Date:
04/27/2007 12:38:59
You need a client software that will auto-connect (authenticate, login etc.)
to the wireless network and works with win2k.
Obviously, Linksys doesn't bundle such software with their adapters, but
their support may be able to recommend you something.
For the future, you may be interested in the Intel Active Management Technology.
Regards,
--PA
"Roy Avery" <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote in message
news:132t1en5g3fbg21@corp.supernews.com...
>I picked up a Linksys WMP54G yesterday and installed it on a W2K Pro SP4
> machine. Unfortunately, I found out a user needs to be logged on in
order
> for the NIC to connect to the AP. Is there a NIC out there where the
> software runs as a Service, allowing the machine to connected to the network
> without having to be logged on.
>
> Basically, I'm looking to have a wireless network, but have it act like it's
> wired. Not that I'd do it, but basically I'd like a NIC that I could
> install on a server, and let the server fulfill it's role as a server
> without having a user logged onto the machine.
>
> Thank you.
>
>
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From:
Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC that doesn't require user to be logged in
Date:
04/29/2007 23:45:01
Thanks PA. Unfortunately, their support is completely inept. Trying
to get
from Tier 1 to Tier 2 is insane. "Do you have another machine you can test
the product out on?" Seriously, the Cisco name on the outside of the
Linksys box is a complete joke. Frustrating.
Roy
"Pavel A." <pavel_a@NOwritemeNO.com> wrote in message
news:eVtH7NPiHHA.4188@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
> You need a client software that will auto-connect (authenticate, login
etc.)
> to the wireless network and works with win2k.
> Obviously, Linksys doesn't bundle such software with their adapters, but
> their support may be able to recommend you something.
>
> For the future, you may be interested in the Intel Active Management
Technology.
>
> Regards,
> --PA
>
> "Roy Avery" <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote in message
news:132t1en5g3fbg21@corp.supernews.com...
> >I picked up a Linksys WMP54G yesterday and installed it on a W2K Pro SP4
> > machine. Unfortunately, I found out a user needs to be logged on in
order
> > for the NIC to connect to the AP. Is there a NIC out there where the
> > software runs as a Service, allowing the machine to connected to the
network
> > without having to be logged on.
> >
> > Basically, I'm looking to have a wireless network, but have it act like
it's
> > wired. Not that I'd do it, but basically I'd like a NIC that I could
> > install on a server, and let the server fulfill it's role as a server
> > without having a user logged onto the machine.
> >
> > Thank you.
> >
> >
>
>
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From:
Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC that doesn't require user to be logged in
Date:
04/30/2007 11:55:23
I apologize. It's not the NIC that is the problem, but the WLAN Monitor
software that is necessary for a Windows 2000 machine. Since the machine
does not have Windows XP installed, I am stuck with the utility software
offered by the NIC manufacturer. That is, unless there is a 3rd party
software or a Microsoft package. Suggestions?
"Roy Avery" <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote in message
news:132t1en5g3fbg21@corp.supernews.com...
> I picked up a Linksys WMP54G yesterday and installed it on a W2K Pro SP4
> machine. Unfortunately, I found out a user needs to be logged on in
order
> for the NIC to connect to the AP. Is there a NIC out there where the
> software runs as a Service, allowing the machine to connected to the
network
> without having to be logged on.
>
> Basically, I'm looking to have a wireless network, but have it act like
it's
> wired. Not that I'd do it, but basically I'd like a NIC that I could
> install on a server, and let the server fulfill it's role as a server
> without having a user logged onto the machine.
>
> Thank you.
>
>
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From:
Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC that doesn't require user to be logged in
Date:
04/30/2007 15:39:25
I sent the following email to support@linksys.com.
Hello.
I am setting up a machine running Windows 2000 Pro w/ SP4. This machine's
role will primarily be used for my children to be able to access the
internet. Other than my laptop, it is the only machine that will be
connected to the network wirelessly. I already have a WAP54G on the
network. This fact, and the fact I am pleased with the Cisco name on the
outside of the Linksys box, is the reason I picked up a WMP54G.
Unfortunately, I am no longer pleased.
a.. Problem 1 - WLAN Monitor is not capable of being run as a "Service".
The wireless machine is forced to have a user logged on at all times in
order for the WLAN Monitor software to be running. As the "IT Manager" of
my household, I wish to be able to access files on the computer using
standard UNC methods, \\machinename\sharename. With a wired machine, the
machine only need to be turned on in order for one to access files on the
machine from a remote computer. On the other hand, with a wireless machine
using Linksys' NIC and WLAN Monitor software, a user must also be logged on
to the machine. This is not convenient when out of the home, and I wish to
remotely access the network to copy or download a file on the wireless
machine. I'd like to suggest that you make changes to the WLAN Monitor
software so that it can be run as a "Service". This would allow the
wireless machine to be always be connected to the network like a wired
machine, except without the wires. It makes it much easier for remote
administration of the machine, accessing files of the machine, automatic
downloads from "Microsoft Windows Update", etc.
b.. Problem 2 - WLAN Monitor software can only be used by users with
administrative rights. My WAP54G is configured for WPA - PSK and the SSID
is not being broadcast. I tried creating a profile for username "kids",
but
was told the user needs administrative rights. I then granted
administrative rights to "kids". I created the wireless profile. It
tested
out fine. I demoted "kids" back down to a standard user. Now the
profile
is no longer there. With this fact, and along with what I've been told by
Linksys Live Chat Support, I have come to the conclusion that user's of the
WLAN Monitor software must have administrative rights to the computer. In
my opinion, this is not a good practice. Administrative rights are not to
be taken lightly. I have found it difficult to cripple a machine with a
virus when the user does not have administrative rights. I have found it
difficult to cripple a machine by installing internet downloaded programs
when the user does not have administrative rights. If Linksys' objective
is
to market their product to the SOHO crowd, why would Linksys require a user
to have administrative rights to the machine? As the owner of my own small
company, my goal is to maintain productivity from my employees. If their
machine is down due to them installing a program, or due to a virus, then
that employee is now costing me money instead of making me money. If I do
not grant them adminstrative rights, then the chances of them crippling
their machine are far reduced. Can I please suggest that you create a work
around for administrators to create profiles for standard users, so that a
standard user can still access the network?
I must admit, I wasn't expecting to find these limitations in the Linksys
product. In fact, I'm actually a bit angry that Linksys would take this
"easy road". At the very least, I am extremely frustrated. To be
blunt, I
find the Linksys' engineering to be extremely lazy. It is far easier to
create software that only runs on the desktop, as opposed to as a "Service".
It is far easier to create software where the user must have administrative
rights. I am hoping that you take my suggestions seriously and come up
with
a solution. I am certain I am not the only person who wishes to make their
lives easier by incorporating security measures in their network.
Thank you.
Roy Avery
"Roy Avery" <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote in message
news:132t1en5g3fbg21@corp.supernews.com...
> I picked up a Linksys WMP54G yesterday and installed it on a W2K Pro SP4
> machine. Unfortunately, I found out a user needs to be logged on in
order
> for the NIC to connect to the AP. Is there a NIC out there where the
> software runs as a Service, allowing the machine to connected to the
network
> without having to be logged on.
>
> Basically, I'm looking to have a wireless network, but have it act like
it's
> wired. Not that I'd do it, but basically I'd like a NIC that I could
> install on a server, and let the server fulfill it's role as a server
> without having a user logged onto the machine.
>
> Thank you.
>
>
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From:
Roy Avery <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: looking for NIC that doesn't require user to be logged in
Date:
04/30/2007 15:47:25
Wow, that didn't format well did it? Here it is again.
Hello.
I am setting up a machine running Windows 2000 Pro w/ SP4. This machine's
role will primarily be used for my children to be able to access the
internet. Other than my laptop, it is the only machine that will be
connected to the network wirelessly. I already have a WAP54G on the
network. This fact, and the fact I am pleased with the Cisco name on the
outside of the Linksys box, is the reason I picked up a WMP54G.
Unfortunately, I am no longer pleased.
Problem 1 - WLAN Monitor is not capable of being run as a "Service". The
wireless machine is forced to have a user logged on at all times in order
for the WLAN Monitor software to be running. As the "IT Manager" of my
household, I wish to be able to access files on the computer using standard
UNC methods, \\machinename\sharename. With a wired machine, the machine
only need to be turned on in order for one to access files on the machine
from a remote computer. On the other hand, with a wireless machine using
Linksys' NIC and WLAN Monitor software, a user must also be logged on to the
machine. This is not convenient when out of the home, and I wish to
remotely access the network to copy or download a file on the wireless
machine. I'd like to suggest that you make changes to the WLAN Monitor
software so that it can be run as a "Service". This would allow the
wireless machine to be always be connected to the network like a wired
machine, except without the wires. It makes it much easier for remote
administration of the machine, accessing files of the machine, automatic
downloads from "Microsoft Windows Update", etc.
Problem 2 - WLAN Monitor software can only be used by users with
administrative rights. My WAP54G is configured for WPA - PSK and the SSID
is not being broadcast. I tried creating a profile for username "kids",
but
was told the user needs administrative rights. I then granted
administrative rights to "kids". I created the wireless profile. It
tested
out fine. I demoted "kids" back down to a standard user. Now the
profile
is no longer there. With this fact, and along with what I've been told by
Linksys Live Chat Support, I have come to the conclusion that user's of the
WLAN Monitor software must have administrative rights to the computer. In
my opinion, this is not a good practice. Administrative rights are not to
be taken lightly. I have found it difficult to cripple a machine with a
virus when the user does not have administrative rights. I have found it
difficult to cripple a machine by installing internet downloaded programs
when the user does not have administrative rights. If Linksys' objective
is
to market their product to the SOHO crowd, why would Linksys require a user
to have administrative rights to the machine? As the owner of my own small
company, my goal is to maintain productivity from my employees. If their
machine is down due to them installing a program, or due to a virus, then
that employee is now costing me money instead of making me money. If I do
not grant them adminstrative rights, then the chances of them crippling
their machine are far reduced. Can I please suggest that you create a work
around for administrators to create profiles for standard users, so that a
standard user can still access the network?
I must admit, I wasn't expecting to find these limitations in the Linksys
product. In fact, I'm actually a bit angry that Linksys would take this
"easy road". At the very least, I am extremely frustrated. To be
blunt, I
find the Linksys' engineering to be extremely lazy. It is far easier to
create software that only runs on the desktop, as opposed to as a "Service".
It is far easier to create software where the user must have administrative
rights. I am hoping that you take my suggestions seriously and come up
with
a solution. I am certain I am not the only person who wishes to make their
lives easier by incorporating security measures in their network.
Thank you.
Roy Avery
"Roy Avery" <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote in message
news:133ckvtm6su5774@corp.supernews.com...
> I sent the following email to support@linksys.com.
>
> Hello.
>
> I am setting up a machine running Windows 2000 Pro w/ SP4. This
machine's
> role will primarily be used for my children to be able to access the
> internet. Other than my laptop, it is the only machine that will be
> connected to the network wirelessly. I already have a WAP54G on the
> network. This fact, and the fact I am pleased with the Cisco name on the
> outside of the Linksys box, is the reason I picked up a WMP54G.
> Unfortunately, I am no longer pleased.
>
> a.. Problem 1 - WLAN Monitor is not capable of being run as a
"Service".
> The wireless machine is forced to have a user logged on at all times in
> order for the WLAN Monitor software to be running. As the "IT Manager"
of
> my household, I wish to be able to access files on the computer using
> standard UNC methods, \\machinename\sharename. With a wired machine, the
> machine only need to be turned on in order for one to access files on the
> machine from a remote computer. On the other hand, with a wireless
machine
> using Linksys' NIC and WLAN Monitor software, a user must also be logged
on
> to the machine. This is not convenient when out of the home, and I wish
to
> remotely access the network to copy or download a file on the wireless
> machine. I'd like to suggest that you make changes to the WLAN Monitor
> software so that it can be run as a "Service". This would allow the
> wireless machine to be always be connected to the network like a wired
> machine, except without the wires. It makes it much easier for remote
> administration of the machine, accessing files of the machine, automatic
> downloads from "Microsoft Windows Update", etc.
> b.. Problem 2 - WLAN Monitor software can only be used by users
with
> administrative rights. My WAP54G is configured for WPA - PSK and the
SSID
> is not being broadcast. I tried creating a profile for username "kids",
but
> was told the user needs administrative rights. I then granted
> administrative rights to "kids". I created the wireless profile.
It
tested
> out fine. I demoted "kids" back down to a standard user. Now the
profile
> is no longer there. With this fact, and along with what I've been told
by
> Linksys Live Chat Support, I have come to the conclusion that user's of
the
> WLAN Monitor software must have administrative rights to the computer.
In
> my opinion, this is not a good practice. Administrative rights are not
to
> be taken lightly. I have found it difficult to cripple a machine with a
> virus when the user does not have administrative rights. I have found it
> difficult to cripple a machine by installing internet downloaded programs
> when the user does not have administrative rights. If Linksys' objective
is
> to market their product to the SOHO crowd, why would Linksys require a
user
> to have administrative rights to the machine? As the owner of my own
small
> company, my goal is to maintain productivity from my employees. If their
> machine is down due to them installing a program, or due to a virus, then
> that employee is now costing me money instead of making me money. If I
do
> not grant them adminstrative rights, then the chances of them crippling
> their machine are far reduced. Can I please suggest that you create a
work
> around for administrators to create profiles for standard users, so that a
> standard user can still access the network?
> I must admit, I wasn't expecting to find these limitations in the Linksys
> product. In fact, I'm actually a bit angry that Linksys would take this
> "easy road". At the very least, I am extremely frustrated. To be
blunt,
I
> find the Linksys' engineering to be extremely lazy. It is far easier to
> create software that only runs on the desktop, as opposed to as a
"Service".
> It is far easier to create software where the user must have
administrative
> rights. I am hoping that you take my suggestions seriously and come up
with
> a solution. I am certain I am not the only person who wishes to make
their
> lives easier by incorporating security measures in their network.
>
> Thank you.
>
> Roy Avery
> "Roy Avery" <roymtbkr@nospam_rocketmail.com> wrote in message
> news:132t1en5g3fbg21@corp.supernews.com...
> > I picked up a Linksys WMP54G yesterday and installed it on a W2K Pro SP4
> > machine. Unfortunately, I found out a user needs to be logged on in
order
> > for the NIC to connect to the AP. Is there a NIC out there where the
> > software runs as a Service, allowing the machine to connected to the
> network
> > without having to be logged on.
> >
> > Basically, I'm looking to have a wireless network, but have it act like
> it's
> > wired. Not that I'd do it, but basically I'd like a NIC that I could
> > install on a server, and let the server fulfill it's role as a server
> > without having a user logged onto the machine.
> >
> > Thank you.
> >
> >
>
>
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Mapped Drives not accessible out of standby
Date:
05/08/2007 12:57:23
Hi
Make sure that the Network Card is not set to Power Save. (usually an entry
in the Card's properties). http://www.ezlan.net/example/powersave.jpg
Look at Windows (or any other propriety) Standby settings and get any
Network's component out of the Power Saving/Standby scheme.
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"Chris" <Chris@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:0609A0F6-13B6-4E30-BAB5-6732AE55341C@microsoft.com...
> When coming out of standby the networked drives and printers are
> inaccessbile, the only way to access them is to reboot. Any thoughts?
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From:
Chris <Chris@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Mapped Drives not accessible out of standby
Date:
05/08/2007 21:45:00
Power settings on adapter are disabled, and I saw nothing in the Standby
settings involving networking (I'm only using Windows for power schemes and
standby). Am I missing something else? Does it make a difference that it's
over wireless? Seems like such an inconvenience I can't imagine it's supposed
to behave like this.
Thank you for your help!
"Jack (MVP-Networking)." wrote:
> Hi
> Make sure that the Network Card is not set to Power Save. (usually an entry
> in the Card's properties). http://www.ezlan.net/example/powersave.jpg
> Look at Windows (or any other propriety) Standby settings and get any
> Network's component out of the Power Saving/Standby scheme.
> Jack (MVP-Networking).
>
> "Chris" <Chris@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:0609A0F6-13B6-4E30-BAB5-6732AE55341C@microsoft.com...
> > When coming out of standby the networked drives and printers are
> > inaccessbile, the only way to access them is to reboot. Any thoughts?
>
>
>
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Microsoft USB Wireless adapter Model MN-710
Date:
05/21/2007 20:38:05
Hi
You need drivers in order to install the Wireless card.
Windows WZC can replace the manufacturer Wireless manger but it does not
provide drivers.
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"Kp" <Kp@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:9F960BBB-09AE-406D-BC40-ADAF5B153820@microsoft.com...
> I've acquired one of these USB adapters but it did not come with any
> software. I assumed it would just connect and I could use the Windows Zero
> Config utility but the card is not even seen. Does anyone know of any way
> to
> connect this adapter without the MS software or any place I can download
> the
> MS software for that adapter for free?
>
> Thanks.
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From:
Sooner Al [MVP] <SoonerAl@somewhere.net.invalid>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Microsoft USB Wireless adapter Model MN-710
Date:
05/22/2007 04:39:15
"Kp" <Kp@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:9F960BBB-09AE-406D-BC40-ADAF5B153820@microsoft.com...
> I've acquired one of these USB adapters but it did not come with any
> software. I assumed it would just connect and I could use the Windows Zero
> Config utility but the card is not even seen. Does anyone know of any way
> to
> connect this adapter without the MS software or any place I can download
> the
> MS software for that adapter for free?
>
> Thanks.
To add to Jack's comments you might be interested in these links...
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/814445/
http://search.microsoft.com/results.aspx?mkt=en-US?
A link to the drivers on a third party site...
http://www.usb-drivers.com/drivers/225/225844.htm
--
Al Jarvi (MS-MVP Windows Networking)
Please post *ALL* questions and replies to the news group for the
mutual benefit of all of us...
The MS-MVP Program - http://mvp.support.microsoft.com
This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no
rights...
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: My Connections/Wireless Adapter Just Gone
Date:
05/18/2007 15:18:51
Hi
First try this, http://www.ezlan.net/clean#refreshnet
If it did not solve the problem, uninstall the Wireless card Drivers and
boot the computer one time with the card off.
This process would reset all network configuration.
Reboot again and install the Wireless card drivers, the next time you start
all the Network configuration would reinstalled it self.
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"MsWrite" <mlle(removethis)teach@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:3DE86E7D-629C-4B67-AD43-F978F2CBA46F@microsoft.com...
> Hi -
>
> I'm running XP Pro SP2. A while ago (maybe 6 months) all of my connections
> in the Network connections folder disappeared. I was concerned but still
> able
> to connect to the Internet.
>
> That was then however and now after attempting correct the problem using
> an
> Microsoft article so that I could use a friend's dsl connection (I'm
> traveling), now the Intel ProSet Wireless program says I do not have a
> wireless adapter installed.
>
> I read a post and went into Control Panel/Admin Tools/Services and checked
> the status. I've looked in the device manager and the wireless adapter is
> not
> x'ed out and says it is functioning.
>
> Can someone please help me. I'm about to return home (currently using
> friend's computer) and if I don't get this corrected, I won't be able to
> access this site to see what the answer is.
>
> Thanks for any help.
> --
> MsWrite
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From:
MsWrite <mlle(removethis)teach@hotmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: My Connections/Wireless Adapter Just Gone
Date:
05/21/2007 08:58:00
Hi Jack -
Thanks for the help, but that didn't work for me. I was able to do a safe
mode system restore (system restore won't work otherwise). So I have my
wireless adapter back. However, I still am not able to see any of the
connections (excpet for an MSN I've never used and the one I was trying to
install that got me started on trying to finally fix this, but I don't use
that either).
Do you have any advice on what I can do to restore the icons/info for the
connections listed in my "Network Connections" folder?
--
MsWrite
"Jack (MVP-Networking)." wrote:
> Hi
> First try this, http://www.ezlan.net/clean#refreshnet
> If it did not solve the problem, uninstall the Wireless card Drivers and
> boot the computer one time with the card off.
> This process would reset all network configuration.
> Reboot again and install the Wireless card drivers, the next time you start
> all the Network configuration would reinstalled it self.
> Jack (MVP-Networking).
>
> "MsWrite" <mlle(removethis)teach@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:3DE86E7D-629C-4B67-AD43-F978F2CBA46F@microsoft.com...
> > Hi -
> >
> > I'm running XP Pro SP2. A while ago (maybe 6 months) all of my connections
> > in the Network connections folder disappeared. I was concerned but still
> > able
> > to connect to the Internet.
> >
> > That was then however and now after attempting correct the problem using
> > an
> > Microsoft article so that I could use a friend's dsl connection (I'm
> > traveling), now the Intel ProSet Wireless program says I do not have a
> > wireless adapter installed.
> >
> > I read a post and went into Control Panel/Admin Tools/Services and checked
> > the status. I've looked in the device manager and the wireless adapter is
> > not
> > x'ed out and says it is functioning.
> >
> > Can someone please help me. I'm about to return home (currently using
> > friend's computer) and if I don't get this corrected, I won't be able to
> > access this site to see what the answer is.
> >
> > Thanks for any help.
> > --
> > MsWrite
>
>
>
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: My wireless network connection icon has disappeared
Date:
04/22/2007 19:22:32
Hi
This page can help in finding out what is wrong with the configuration of
the Wireless network.
http://www.ezlan.net/wireless.html
If it is working and only the Icon is missing,
http://www.ezlan.net/faq#icon_bar
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"Ron" <Ron@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:52AFDEF6-5874-4C0B-8FF1-04FB8B33F50B@microsoft.com...
>I reformated my hard drive on the laptop yesterday, but in doing so the
> wireless network icon has disappeared. I've tried the online screens and
> the
> windows xp set up disc, but to no affect (W XP2). Anyone advise me what to
> do? The laptop was working fine with my broadband wireless connection
> before
> this
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: my wireless networking challenge
Date:
05/03/2007 21:18:39
Hi
You are actually asking three independent questions.
1. To be able to use the Notebook in variety of Situation see this,
http://www.ezlan.net/faq#fewtcp-ip
2. To Control your Desktop from Remoter see this,
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/mobility/getstarted/remoteintro.mspx
3. To Share Files when the two computers are connected to your Home Wireless
Router, this can Help.
Successful Sharing involves some general consideration in Network settings,
http://www.ezlan.net/sharing.html As well as specific adjustment of each
computer according to what it is allowed to be shared.
Vista File and Printer Sharing-
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/network/evaluate/vista_fp.mspx
Basic XP -
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/winxppro/maintain/filesharing.mspx
Advanced XP - http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;304040
Printer Sharing XP -
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/expert/honeycutt_july2.mspx
Windows Native Firewall setting for Sharing XP -
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/875357
Windows XP patch for Sharing with Vista -
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/922120
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"zambacan" <raifestokes@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:1178237531.470596.265740@n76g2000hsh.googlegroups.com...
> Here is my challenge..I have a Desktop (xp pro) and a Notebook (Vista
> home premium) both connected wirelessly to a netgear router. They can
> both access the internet. Ideally I want to access the Desktop from
> the Notebook, at least i want to be able to view and copy files. But
> ideally I would like to remotely take control of the desktop.
>
> Q.1 how best to do this?
> Q2 .If the desktop is joined to another network domain server which it
> is sometimes (via ethernet cable) ...does change things or make the
> above more difficult?
>
> thanks any assistance is much appreciated.
>
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From:
Robert L [MVP - Networking] <noreply@hotmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: my wireless networking challenge
Date:
05/03/2007 21:22:57
You can access the desktop remotely using remote desktop. These how to may help,
How to enable Remote Desktop remotely
How to setup Remote Desktop Connection. How to install Remote Desktop Web
Connection · How to use Remote Desktop Web Connection. Related Topics . ...
http://www.howtonetworking.com/RemoteAccess/enablerdc1.htm -
remote desktop
This file contains the setup for the Terminal Client Software (Remote Desktop
Connection, or MSTSC.exe) for Windows 9x/2000 computers. ...
http://www.howtonetworking.com/rdesktop.htm
Bob Lin, MS-MVP, MCSE & CNE
Networking, Internet, Routing, VPN Troubleshooting on http://www.ChicagoTech.net
How to Setup Windows, Network, VPN & Remote Access on
http://www.HowToNetworking.com
"zambacan" <raifestokes@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:1178237531.470596.265740@n76g2000hsh.googlegroups.com...
Here is my challenge..I have a Desktop (xp pro) and a Notebook (Vista
home premium) both connected wirelessly to a netgear router. They can
both access the internet. Ideally I want to access the Desktop from
the Notebook, at least i want to be able to view and copy files. But
ideally I would like to remotely take control of the desktop.
Q.1 how best to do this?
Q2 .If the desktop is joined to another network domain server which it
is sometimes (via ethernet cable) ...does change things or make the
above more difficult?
thanks any assistance is much appreciated.
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From:
Pavel A. <pavel_a@NOwritemeNO.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: my wireless networking challenge
Date:
05/08/2007 00:29:01
"Robert L [MVP - Networking]" wrote:
> You can access the desktop remotely using remote desktop. These how to may
help,
> How to enable Remote Desktop remotely
> How to setup Remote Desktop Connection.
How to install Remote Desktop Web Connection · How to use Remote Desktop Web
Connection. Related Topics . ...
>
http://www.howtonetworking.com/RemoteAccess/enablerdc1.htm -
>
> remote desktop
> This file contains the setup for the
Terminal Client Software (Remote Desktop Connection, or MSTSC.exe) for Windows
9x/2000 computers. ....
>
http://www.howtonetworking.com/rdesktop.htm
Please note that the OP has Vista - and the RDP client for Vista is not same
as for win2k...
there also are some issues connecting the new client and old server (XP)
Regards,
--PA
> Bob Lin, MS-MVP, MCSE & CNE
> Networking, Internet, Routing, VPN Troubleshooting on
http://www.ChicagoTech.net
> How to Setup Windows, Network, VPN & Remote Access on
http://www.HowToNetworking.com
> "zambacan" <raifestokes@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:1178237531.470596.265740@n76g2000hsh.googlegroups.com...
> Here is my challenge..I have a Desktop (xp pro) and a Notebook
(Vista
> home premium) both connected wirelessly to a netgear router. They
can
> both access the internet. Ideally I want to access the Desktop
from
> the Notebook, at least i want to be able to view and copy files.
But
> ideally I would like to remotely take control of the desktop.
>
> Q.1 how best to do this?
> Q2 .If the desktop is joined to another network domain server
which it
> is sometimes (via ethernet cable) ...does change things or make
the
> above more difficult?
>
> thanks any assistance is much appreciated
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From:
Pavel A. <pavel_a@NOwritemeNO.com>
To:
none
Subject:
RE: Native WIFI SDK - Windows XP SP2 - WlanConnect problem
Date:
05/08/2007 16:02:02
There are sample xml profile files in the SDK, no ?
--PA
"dominolog" wrote:
> Hello
>
> I'm using Native WIFI SDK for XP SP2. I enumerated the avaliable
> networks with WlanGetAvailableNetworkList. I have one open network
> with no protection detected. There is no profile for it (at least
> WlanGetProfile fails). The question is: how can I connect to this
> network? WlanConnect returns error code 82. I assume it means that
> there was no profile passed as an argument. Does it mean I have to
> manually create the XML profile and pass it as a buffer to the
> WlanConnect? I so, how should the profile look like?
>
> If you don't know an answer please forward me to the correct group.
>
> Thanks
>
> Dominolog
>
>
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From:
Yi Lu [MSFT] <yilu@online.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Native WIFI SDK - Windows XP SP2 - WlanConnect problem
Date:
05/09/2007 19:14:33
You can take a look at the sample profiles at
http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/library/aa369853.aspx.
Yi
--
This posting is provided "AS IS" and confers no rights. Use of sample
scripts is subject to the terms provided at
http://www.microsoft.com/info/cpyright.htm.
"dominolog" <dominiktomczak@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:1178613337.835406.28610@y80g2000hsf.googlegroups.com...
> Hello
>
> I'm using Native WIFI SDK for XP SP2. I enumerated the avaliable
> networks with WlanGetAvailableNetworkList. I have one open network
> with no protection detected. There is no profile for it (at least
> WlanGetProfile fails). The question is: how can I connect to this
> network? WlanConnect returns error code 82. I assume it means that
> there was no profile passed as an argument. Does it mean I have to
> manually create the XML profile and pass it as a buffer to the
> WlanConnect? I so, how should the profile look like?
>
> If you don't know an answer please forward me to the correct group.
>
> Thanks
>
> Dominolog
>
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From:
Robert Moir <robspamtrap@gmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Neighbours' unprotected wifi - security risk ?
Date:
04/18/2007 13:06:26
"RJK" <notatospam@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:%23DCpH04bHHA.588@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
> Hi,
>
> Can someone highlight possible security implications for the following
> setup / conditions - and what perhaps needs to be tweaked to improve
> things, should they need to be improved.
>
> Background:- A friend moved to a new house and it has taken over two
> months, (after a catalogue of errors by Orange (originally FreeServe then
> Wanadoo - now Orange), to get his ISP service up and running. He has two
> teenage boys with wifi notebooks who very quickly discovered that the
> neighbouring house contained a wifi router that was unprotected / no WEP
> or WPA enabled in it. Of course the boys were happy as could be that they
> have internet access - while "Dad" was left blowing his top for two
> months because Orange took so long to get him connected. Of interest, is
> that the neighbouring house "unwittingly" supplying an internet feed to my
> friends' two boys, apparantly is an "IT person," immemdiately alerting me
> to the possibility that this free wifi feed could be a cunnning ploy to
> something more sinister !
It's possible, but let's be clear:
At the moment the only 'sinister' thing I can see is two people stealing
connectivity from a 3rd party. Now that 3rd party might be extremely stupid
(leaving their wifi open) or they might be up to no good somehow but at this
precise moment in time the only people we know are acting "sinister" are
your friends children. Believe it or not, 'stealing' a wifi connection is an
offence in the UK.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/hereford/worcs/6565079.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/4721723.stm
--
Robert Moir
http://www.rhymeswithgeek.com
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From:
RJK <notatospam@hotmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Neighbours' unprotected wifi - security risk ?
Date:
04/23/2007 19:12:02
Interesting, and ..thanks Robert.
Fortunately "Dad" has now got his Broadband back (couple of weeks ago at
least), and has forbidden his kids to connect to next doors wireless router.
Interesting that it's illegal in the UK, this is obviously "big business /
ISP's" simply not liking the idea that people could get together and share
one connection and split the cost -i.e. rip-off UK !!
regards, Richard
"Robert Moir" <robspamtrap@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:OAr3CSegHHA.4552@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl...
>
> "RJK" <notatospam@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:%23DCpH04bHHA.588@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>> Hi,
>>
>> Can someone highlight possible security implications for the following
>> setup / conditions - and what perhaps needs to be tweaked to improve
>> things, should they need to be improved.
>>
>> Background:- A friend moved to a new house and it has taken over two
>> months, (after a catalogue of errors by Orange (originally FreeServe then
>> Wanadoo - now Orange), to get his ISP service up and running. He has
two
>> teenage boys with wifi notebooks who very quickly discovered that the
>> neighbouring house contained a wifi router that was unprotected / no WEP
>> or WPA enabled in it. Of course the boys were happy as could be that they
>> have internet access - while "Dad" was left blowing his top for two
>> months because Orange took so long to get him connected. Of interest,
is
>> that the neighbouring house "unwittingly" supplying an internet feed to
>> my friends' two boys, apparantly is an "IT person," immemdiately alerting
>> me to the possibility that this free wifi feed could be a cunnning ploy
>> to something more sinister !
>
> It's possible, but let's be clear:
> At the moment the only 'sinister' thing I can see is two people stealing
> connectivity from a 3rd party. Now that 3rd party might be extremely
> stupid (leaving their wifi open) or they might be up to no good somehow
> but at this precise moment in time the only people we know are acting
> "sinister" are your friends children. Believe it or not, 'stealing' a wifi
> connection is an offence in the UK.
>
> http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/hereford/worcs/6565079.stm
> http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/4721723.stm
>
> --
> Robert Moir
> http://www.rhymeswithgeek.com
>
Top
From:
MSNews <noreply@chicagotech.net>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: NetBIOS not enabled
Date:
05/14/2007 21:46:36
You may try to use netsh command to reset TCP/IP. This search result may
help,
netsh commandTo run a netsh command, you can start netsh from the Cmd.exe
prompt and change to the context that contains the command you want to use.
Or you can do netsh ...
http://www.chicagotech.net/netsh.htm
--
Bob Lin, MS-MVP, MCSE & CNE
Networking, Internet, Routing, VPN Troubleshooting on
http://www.ChicagoTech.net
How to Setup Windows, Network, VPN & Remote Access on
http://www.HowToNetworking.com
"Don M." <DonM@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:E442E942-5494-4B83-94AD-0B69DBC568FE@microsoft.com...
>I have a laptop running XP Home edition that I was able to connect to a
> desktop machine on my local wireless network last week. This week I
> cannot
> connect or even see the other machine. I had network drives mapped
> previously, but now I get an error that says the resource/machine could
> not
> be located.
>
> When I run ipconfig /all I see that NetBIOS is disabled, even though the
> button "enable NetBIOS" is clicked in the WINS tab of the TCP/IP
> configuration settings dialog. I suspect that this is the problem.
>
> I have tried to get NetBIOS enabled on this machine every way I can think
> of
> - including running a couple of the vbs scripts from the TechNet site that
> checks\enables NetBIOS. What is happening? Why can't I get the
NetBIOS
> settings to take effect even though the option to enable them is checked?
>
> I have SP2 installed with all of the latest hotfixes from Microsoft and HP
> installed. The HP help desk was of no help at all. They kept
saying that
> because I couldn't ping myself using my IP address I have network
> connection
> issues even though I was connected to them via the internet on the very
> machine we were trying to fix. That is why I believe the problem lays
> somewhere within the NetBIOS setting and its not being enabled at the
> hardware level.
>
> Thanks for your help.
>
> --
> Don Matthews
Top
From:
Don M. <DonM@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: NetBIOS not enabled
Date:
05/22/2007 17:21:01
MSNews:
Thanks for the tip. I tried it, but it didn't help. Although the
option is
enabled in the Advanced settings it will not show as enabled when doing a
ipconfig /all command. I believe this is why I am unable to connect to a
machine I could connect to a couple of weeks ago. THAT machine has netbios
enabled on it and it shows as enabled in the ipconfig /all command.
--
Don Matthews
"MSNews" wrote:
> You may try to use netsh command to reset TCP/IP. This search result may
> help,
>
> netsh commandTo run a netsh command, you can start netsh from the Cmd.exe
> prompt and change to the context that contains the command you want to use.
> Or you can do netsh ...
> http://www.chicagotech.net/netsh.htm
>
>
> --
> Bob Lin, MS-MVP, MCSE & CNE
> Networking, Internet, Routing, VPN Troubleshooting on
> http://www.ChicagoTech.net
> How to Setup Windows, Network, VPN & Remote Access on
> http://www.HowToNetworking.com
> "Don M." <DonM@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:E442E942-5494-4B83-94AD-0B69DBC568FE@microsoft.com...
> >I have a laptop running XP Home edition that I was able to connect to a
> > desktop machine on my local wireless network last week. This week I
> > cannot
> > connect or even see the other machine. I had network drives mapped
> > previously, but now I get an error that says the resource/machine could
> > not
> > be located.
> >
> > When I run ipconfig /all I see that NetBIOS is disabled, even though the
> > button "enable NetBIOS" is clicked in the WINS tab of the TCP/IP
> > configuration settings dialog. I suspect that this is the problem.
> >
> > I have tried to get NetBIOS enabled on this machine every way I can think
> > of
> > - including running a couple of the vbs scripts from the TechNet site that
> > checks\enables NetBIOS. What is happening? Why can't I get the
NetBIOS
> > settings to take effect even though the option to enable them is checked?
> >
> > I have SP2 installed with all of the latest hotfixes from Microsoft and HP
> > installed. The HP help desk was of no help at all. They kept
saying that
> > because I couldn't ping myself using my IP address I have network
> > connection
> > issues even though I was connected to them via the internet on the very
> > machine we were trying to fix. That is why I believe the problem lays
> > somewhere within the NetBIOS setting and its not being enabled at the
> > hardware level.
> >
> > Thanks for your help.
> >
> > --
> > Don Matthews
>
>
>
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From:
Lem <lemp40@hotmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Netgear
Date:
05/14/2007 11:37:56
Mel wrote:
> Hi,
>
> Hope someone can help. I have been using my wireless router (Netgear)
for
> just under a year and all of a sudden it has stopped working. I work for
a
> small firm and we have a computer guy that sorts all of our "work" queries
> out. I did drop into conversation the wireless router today and he said
that
> it may work if I change my channel, told me to go into further wireless
> settings but I can't find it.....help.....
What do you mean by "it has stopped working"? Is the power light on the
router solid green? What model router do you have?
You change the channel (which may help if you are experiencing
interference from nearby wireless networks) by accessing the router's
configuration utility. You should do this by connecting (temporarily,
if necessary, to the router via an Ethernet cable). See the Users Guide.
--
Lem MS MVP -- Networking
To the moon and back with 64 Kbits of RAM and 512 Kbits of ROM.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Netgear
Date:
05/14/2007 11:53:00
Hi
These pages has a lot of basic info about Wireless.
Read them, may be you would come up with a useful solution, or at least a
way to explain in technical terms what is wrong with your system rather than
the basic statement that it does not work.
My Wireless does not work - http://www.ezlan.net/wireless.html
Wireless, Basic Configuration - http://www.ezlan.net/Wireless_Config.html
Wireless Security - http://www.ezlan.net/Wireless_Security.html
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"Mel" <Mel@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:0F107F24-49A7-4DC8-8E65-2F6F9B2B52C6@microsoft.com...
> Hi,
>
> Hope someone can help. I have been using my wireless router (Netgear)
for
> just under a year and all of a sudden it has stopped working. I work for
> a
> small firm and we have a computer guy that sorts all of our "work" queries
> out. I did drop into conversation the wireless router today and he said
> that
> it may work if I change my channel, told me to go into further wireless
> settings but I can't find it.....help.....
> --
> Mel
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Network Passphrase Question
Date:
05/09/2007 10:22:22
Hi
You log to the Wireless Router's menu system and change the security pass
phrase (see you Router's manual), and then you configure the computer's
wireless card with the same pass phrase.
From the weakest to the strongest, Wireless security capacity is.
No Security
MAC
WEP
WPA-PSK
WPA-AES
WPA2
The documentation of your Wireless devices (Wireless Router, and Wireless
Computers Card) should state the type of security that is available with
your Wireless hardware.
All devices MUST be set to the same security level using the same pass
phrase.
Therefore the security must be set according what ever is the best possible
of one of the Wireless devices.
I.e. even if most of your system might be capable to be configured to the
max. with WPA2, but one device is only capable to be configured to max . of
WEP, to whole system must be configured to WEP.
If you need more good security and one device (like a Wireless card that can
do WEP only) is holding better security for the whole Network, replace the
device with a better one.
Wireless Security - http://www.ezlan.net/Wireless_Security.html
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"in2dblues" <in2dblues@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:94D10BEB-6131-4D35-94CF-C9A260E23B79@microsoft.com...
> How do I change my wireless network passphrase?
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: NetWork Wizard not seting up a connection
Date:
04/25/2007 15:49:36
Hi
Try to get rid of ZA and see if it starts working again.
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"Thom Bailey" <ThomBailey@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:513CA5FF-442C-4F36-96F3-DCD4DE521BEA@microsoft.com...
>I have been working at getting 2 computers to share files and printers
now
> for two weeks. Funny thing is that I had the 2 comp. shared succesfully
> for 5
> weeks prior and everything just stopped showing up in network conn.. Yes I
> have gone through the Checklist for preparing a home/office network
> connection and I can't "see" my other comp. showing in the network
> connetions
> window. I can't get my printer to share. I have two XP Pro comp. ethernet
> cabled to a Linksys router. I have allowed IP Addresses in my Zone Alarm
> Free
> Trusted Zones. What next? Is the Registry "cooked" or missing something?
> Would a (original software install O.S.) XP Pro CD Repair of O.S. be the
> ticket to registry repair?
Top
From:
Thom Bailey <ThomBailey@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: NetWork Wizard not seting up a connection
Date:
04/25/2007 18:54:03
Jack removed and restarted comp., but still can't see the other computer in
My Net.
Ditto for trying to see or find the shared printer.
"Jack (MVP-Networking)." wrote:
> Hi
> Try to get rid of ZA and see if it starts working again.
> Jack (MVP-Networking).
>
> "Thom Bailey" <ThomBailey@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:513CA5FF-442C-4F36-96F3-DCD4DE521BEA@microsoft.com...
> >I have been working at getting 2 computers to share files and printers
now
> > for two weeks. Funny thing is that I had the 2 comp. shared succesfully
> > for 5
> > weeks prior and everything just stopped showing up in network conn.. Yes I
> > have gone through the Checklist for preparing a home/office network
> > connection and I can't "see" my other comp. showing in the network
> > connetions
> > window. I can't get my printer to share. I have two XP Pro comp. ethernet
> > cabled to a Linksys router. I have allowed IP Addresses in my Zone Alarm
> > Free
> > Trusted Zones. What next? Is the Registry "cooked" or missing something?
> > Would a (original software install O.S.) XP Pro CD Repair of O.S. be the
> > ticket to registry repair?
>
>
>
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: NetWork Wizard not seting up a connection
Date:
04/25/2007 22:51:06
Hi
Make sure that no processes running left behind ZA (it can happen even if
you uninstall the application).
May be this can further Help.
Successful Sharing involves some general consideration in Network
settings,http://www.ezlan.net/sharing.html As well as specific adjustment of
each computer according to what it is allowed to be shared.
Vista File and Printer Sharing-
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/network/evaluate/vista_fp.mspx
Basic XP -
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/winxppro/maintain/filesharing.mspx
Advanced XP - http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;304040
Printer Sharing XP -
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/expert/honeycutt_july2.mspx
Windows Native Firewall setting for Sharing XP -
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/875357
Windows XP patch for Sharing with Vista -
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/922120
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"Thom Bailey" <ThomBailey@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:446E3512-96B3-4121-859D-94930A634A02@microsoft.com...
> Jack removed and restarted comp., but still can't see the other computer
> in
> My Net.
> Ditto for trying to see or find the shared printer.
>
> "Jack (MVP-Networking)." wrote:
>
>> Hi
>> Try to get rid of ZA and see if it starts working again.
>> Jack (MVP-Networking).
>>
>> "Thom Bailey" <ThomBailey@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
>> news:513CA5FF-442C-4F36-96F3-DCD4DE521BEA@microsoft.com...
>> >I have been working at getting 2 computers to share files and printers
>> >now
>> > for two weeks. Funny thing is that I had the 2 comp. shared succesfully
>> > for 5
>> > weeks prior and everything just stopped showing up in network conn..
>> > Yes I
>> > have gone through the Checklist for preparing a home/office network
>> > connection and I can't "see" my other comp. showing in the network
>> > connetions
>> > window. I can't get my printer to share. I have two XP Pro comp.
>> > ethernet
>> > cabled to a Linksys router. I have allowed IP Addresses in my Zone
>> > Alarm
>> > Free
>> > Trusted Zones. What next? Is the Registry "cooked" or missing
>> > something?
>> > Would a (original software install O.S.) XP Pro CD Repair of O.S. be
>> > the
>> > ticket to registry repair?
>>
>>
>>
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From:
Jim <j.n@nospam.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: NetWork Wizard not seting up a connection
Date:
04/25/2007 17:15:45
"Thom Bailey" <ThomBailey@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:513CA5FF-442C-4F36-96F3-DCD4DE521BEA@microsoft.com...
>I have been working at getting 2 computers to share files and printers
now
> for two weeks. Funny thing is that I had the 2 comp. shared succesfully
> for 5
> weeks prior and everything just stopped showing up in network conn.. Yes I
> have gone through the Checklist for preparing a home/office network
> connection and I can't "see" my other comp. showing in the network
> connetions
> window. I can't get my printer to share. I have two XP Pro comp. ethernet
> cabled to a Linksys router. I have allowed IP Addresses in my Zone Alarm
> Free
> Trusted Zones. What next? Is the Registry "cooked" or missing something?
> Would a (original software install O.S.) XP Pro CD Repair of O.S. be the
> ticket to registry repair?
No. Also, since my network runs fine with ZA enabled, I can't agree that
getting rid of ZA is much of a solution.
Can you ping each computer from the other one? If not, you may not
have ZA
configured correctly. Note that
the Network Setup Wizard configures the Windows firewall for file and
printer sharing, but it may not do the same
to ZA.
Jim
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From:
Thom Bailey <ThomBailey@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: NetWork Wizard not seting up a connection
Date:
04/25/2007 18:58:01
Jim, i read about how to set allowed or privilaged connections and got the
correct IP Addresses for each computer, but still no luck. I don't see the
other comp. in My Network Places.
"Jim" wrote:
>
> "Thom Bailey" <ThomBailey@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:513CA5FF-442C-4F36-96F3-DCD4DE521BEA@microsoft.com...
> >I have been working at getting 2 computers to share files and printers
now
> > for two weeks. Funny thing is that I had the 2 comp. shared succesfully
> > for 5
> > weeks prior and everything just stopped showing up in network conn.. Yes I
> > have gone through the Checklist for preparing a home/office network
> > connection and I can't "see" my other comp. showing in the network
> > connetions
> > window. I can't get my printer to share. I have two XP Pro comp. ethernet
> > cabled to a Linksys router. I have allowed IP Addresses in my Zone Alarm
> > Free
> > Trusted Zones. What next? Is the Registry "cooked" or missing something?
> > Would a (original software install O.S.) XP Pro CD Repair of O.S. be the
> > ticket to registry repair?
> No. Also, since my network runs fine with ZA enabled, I can't agree that
> getting rid of ZA is much of a solution.
>
> Can you ping each computer from the other one? If not, you may not
have ZA
> configured correctly. Note that
> the Network Setup Wizard configures the Windows firewall for file and
> printer sharing, but it may not do the same
> to ZA.
>
> Jim
>
>
>
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From:
Jim <j.n@nospam.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: NetWork Wizard not seting up a connection
Date:
04/25/2007 19:15:55
"Thom Bailey" <ThomBailey@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:2A3B7B95-5E86-4B25-92EE-B595368C1781@microsoft.com...
> Jim, i read about how to set allowed or privilaged connections and got the
> correct IP Addresses for each computer, but still no luck. I don't see the
> other comp. in My Network Places.
I'll bet you cannot ping one computer from the other either. Blocking of
ICMP packets is the principal reason behing ping failures.
I believe that whatever program maintains My Network Places does so by
pinging
all possilble address in the local lan. It only lists those which reply.
Thus, what
you see is a clear indication of the root cause of your problem.
Jim
>
> "Jim" wrote:
>
>>
>> "Thom Bailey" <ThomBailey@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
>> news:513CA5FF-442C-4F36-96F3-DCD4DE521BEA@microsoft.com...
>> >I have been working at getting 2 computers to share files and printers
>> >now
>> > for two weeks. Funny thing is that I had the 2 comp. shared succesfully
>> > for 5
>> > weeks prior and everything just stopped showing up in network conn..
>> > Yes I
>> > have gone through the Checklist for preparing a home/office network
>> > connection and I can't "see" my other comp. showing in the network
>> > connetions
>> > window. I can't get my printer to share. I have two XP Pro comp.
>> > ethernet
>> > cabled to a Linksys router. I have allowed IP Addresses in my Zone
>> > Alarm
>> > Free
>> > Trusted Zones. What next? Is the Registry "cooked" or missing
>> > something?
>> > Would a (original software install O.S.) XP Pro CD Repair of O.S. be
>> > the
>> > ticket to registry repair?
>> No. Also, since my network runs fine with ZA enabled, I can't agree
that
>> getting rid of ZA is much of a solution.
>>
>> Can you ping each computer from the other one? If not, you may
not have
>> ZA
>> configured correctly. Note that
>> the Network Setup Wizard configures the Windows firewall for file and
>> printer sharing, but it may not do the same
>> to ZA.
>>
>> Jim
>>
>>
>>
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From:
Thom Bailey <ThomBailey@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: NetWork Wizard not seting up a connection
Date:
04/26/2007 05:00:05
I can ping each comp. from the other with 4 pkts. sent; 4 pkts. received; 0%
lost.
Howerver I also notice that I can access ipconfig from Run command line, I
must go to assessories>command prompt.
"Jim" wrote:
>
> "Thom Bailey" <ThomBailey@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:2A3B7B95-5E86-4B25-92EE-B595368C1781@microsoft.com...
> > Jim, i read about how to set allowed or privilaged connections and got the
> > correct IP Addresses for each computer, but still no luck. I don't see the
> > other comp. in My Network Places.
> I'll bet you cannot ping one computer from the other either. Blocking of
> ICMP packets is the principal reason behing ping failures.
>
> I believe that whatever program maintains My Network Places does so by
> pinging
> all possilble address in the local lan. It only lists those which reply.
> Thus, what
> you see is a clear indication of the root cause of your problem.
>
> Jim
> >
> > "Jim" wrote:
> >
> >>
> >> "Thom Bailey" <ThomBailey@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> >> news:513CA5FF-442C-4F36-96F3-DCD4DE521BEA@microsoft.com...
> >> >I have been working at getting 2 computers to share files and
printers
> >> >now
> >> > for two weeks. Funny thing is that I had the 2 comp. shared succesfully
> >> > for 5
> >> > weeks prior and everything just stopped showing up in network conn..
> >> > Yes I
> >> > have gone through the Checklist for preparing a home/office network
> >> > connection and I can't "see" my other comp. showing in the network
> >> > connetions
> >> > window. I can't get my printer to share. I have two XP Pro comp.
> >> > ethernet
> >> > cabled to a Linksys router. I have allowed IP Addresses in my Zone
> >> > Alarm
> >> > Free
> >> > Trusted Zones. What next? Is the Registry "cooked" or missing
> >> > something?
> >> > Would a (original software install O.S.) XP Pro CD Repair of O.S. be
> >> > the
> >> > ticket to registry repair?
> >> No. Also, since my network runs fine with ZA enabled, I can't agree
that
> >> getting rid of ZA is much of a solution.
> >>
> >> Can you ping each computer from the other one? If not, you may
not have
> >> ZA
> >> configured correctly. Note that
> >> the Network Setup Wizard configures the Windows firewall for file and
> >> printer sharing, but it may not do the same
> >> to ZA.
> >>
> >> Jim
> >>
> >>
> >>
>
>
>
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From:
Jim <j.n@nospam.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: NetWork Wizard not seting up a connection
Date:
04/26/2007 10:00:14
"Thom Bailey" <ThomBailey@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:E64947D8-8D42-47BB-9AA6-DB80EA290104@microsoft.com...
>I can ping each comp. from the other with 4 pkts. sent; 4 pkts. received;
>0%
> lost.
> Howerver I also notice that I can access ipconfig from Run command line, I
> must go to assessories>command prompt.
>
If you use the Run command from the Start button, then you must first enter
"cmd". Otherwise, ipconfig (and quite a few others) does not get a display
window that persists.
Your experience is the expected behavior.
Being able to ping indicates to me that you do not have a firewall problem.
I had to resort to using the "net" command to setup my network. You first
end "cmd" into the Run box. Then, you can use "net" to investigate your
network. For example:
net view - shows all computers that yours can see
net share - shows/sets up shares on this computer
net use - shows/sets us mapping on this computer
(among many others, get help by entering net ? for example)
It appears to me that the instructions in Help & Support have not been
updated to SP2 level.
By the way, are you using Guest authentication or Classic authentication?
If you are using the former, the Guest account must not be disabled. If
you
are using the latter, the it is best to have identical accounts with
identical passwords on all computers.
These subjects and many more are discussed lots of place including Pchuck's
web site. MVP Jack has also pointed you to a helpful web site.
Perhaps somebody could help if you entered the results from ipconfig/all,
net view, net share, and net use on each of your computers. Without such
information, we are all just guessing.
Jim
> "Jim" wrote:
>
>>
>> "Thom Bailey" <ThomBailey@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
>> news:2A3B7B95-5E86-4B25-92EE-B595368C1781@microsoft.com...
>> > Jim, i read about how to set allowed or privilaged connections and got
>> > the
>> > correct IP Addresses for each computer, but still no luck. I don't see
>> > the
>> > other comp. in My Network Places.
>> I'll bet you cannot ping one computer from the other either. Blocking
of
>> ICMP packets is the principal reason behing ping failures.
>>
>> I believe that whatever program maintains My Network Places does so by
>> pinging
>> all possilble address in the local lan. It only lists those which
reply.
>> Thus, what
>> you see is a clear indication of the root cause of your problem.
>>
>> Jim
>> >
>> > "Jim" wrote:
>> >
>> >>
>> >> "Thom Bailey" <ThomBailey@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
>> >> news:513CA5FF-442C-4F36-96F3-DCD4DE521BEA@microsoft.com...
>> >> >I have been working at getting 2 computers to share files and
>> >> >printers
>> >> >now
>> >> > for two weeks. Funny thing is that I had the 2 comp. shared
>> >> > succesfully
>> >> > for 5
>> >> > weeks prior and everything just stopped showing up in network conn..
>> >> > Yes I
>> >> > have gone through the Checklist for preparing a home/office network
>> >> > connection and I can't "see" my other comp. showing in the network
>> >> > connetions
>> >> > window. I can't get my printer to share. I have two XP Pro comp.
>> >> > ethernet
>> >> > cabled to a Linksys router. I have allowed IP Addresses in my Zone
>> >> > Alarm
>> >> > Free
>> >> > Trusted Zones. What next? Is the Registry "cooked" or missing
>> >> > something?
>> >> > Would a (original software install O.S.) XP Pro CD Repair of O.S. be
>> >> > the
>> >> > ticket to registry repair?
>> >> No. Also, since my network runs fine with ZA enabled, I can't agree
>> >> that
>> >> getting rid of ZA is much of a solution.
>> >>
>> >> Can you ping each computer from the other one? If not, you may
not
>> >> have
>> >> ZA
>> >> configured correctly. Note that
>> >> the Network Setup Wizard configures the Windows firewall for file and
>> >> printer sharing, but it may not do the same
>> >> to ZA.
>> >>
>> >> Jim
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>
>>
>>
>>
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From:
Jim <j.n@nospam.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Networking Advice
Date:
05/01/2007 11:43:43
<judahroux@hotmail.co.uk> wrote in message
news:1178018236.066939.309840@n59g2000hsh.googlegroups.com...
> Hi there,
>
> Can anyone tell me where I could find some good sites on Networking,
> managing a Network, from the basics to advanced stuff?
>
> If anyone knows of a good site(s) please contact me.
> Kind Regards,
> Judah
>
Pchuck has a web site, and he posts the address rather frequently.
MVP Jack does also, and he posts the address rather frequently.
Jim
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From:
John Thomas Smith <jtsmith@pacifier.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Networking Advice
Date:
05/01/2007 17:32:58
On 1 May 2007 04:17:16 -0700, judahroux@hotmail.co.uk wrote:
>tell me where I could find some good sites on Networking
I have some links on one of my web pages
http://www.pacifier.com/~jtsmith/ADOBE.HTM
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From:
Panda <naimtaha@gmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Networking Advice
Date:
05/02/2007 09:44:31
On May 1, 1:17 pm, judahr...@hotmail.co.uk wrote:
> Hi there,
>
> Can anyone tell me where I could find some good sites on Networking,
> managing a Network, from the basics to advanced stuff?
>
> If anyone knows of a good site(s) please contact me.
> Kind Regards,
> Judah
Hi,
You can still check http://www.networkingland.com for broadband
networking : DSL, wireless, VoIP and Internet security.
Panda,
http://forums.networkingland.com
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Networking desktop to laptop
Date:
04/26/2007 08:16:09
Hi
Successful Sharing involves some general consideration in Network
settings,http://www.ezlan.net/sharing.html As well as specific adjustment of
each computer according to what it is allowed to be shared.
Vista File and Printer Sharing-
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/network/evaluate/vista_fp.mspx
Basic XP -
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/winxppro/maintain/filesharing.mspx
Advanced XP - http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;304040
Printer Sharing XP -
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/expert/honeycutt_july2.mspx
Windows Native Firewall setting for Sharing XP -
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/875357
Windows XP patch for Sharing with Vista -
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/922120
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"painterbob" <painterbob@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:C497CFEB-F22F-46EC-8E0C-94FC86433CE5@microsoft.com...
> Ok, so I have a wireless network set up between my desktop and laptop.
It
> worked fine before my hard drive got replaced on my laptop. I have set
up
> the network on both computers and they recognize each other. I have
> complete
> access on my laptop to my desktop and can transfer and share files.
Now
> the
> problem is my desktop shows the laptop as a workgroup computer but it
> denies
> me access to it.
> Says I do not have permission. I have checked all permissions and rerun
> network connections wizards and they both look like everthing is set up
> the
> same. Please help me solve this problem. Thanks, Bob
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From:
MadDog <MadDog@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
RE: Networking with Windows and Macbook
Date:
04/14/2007 15:12:02
Correct. My daughter's PowerBook connects just fine to my wireless
network.
MD
"Matt" wrote:
> I am planning on purchasing a Macbook and need a router for my WinXP Desktop
> which has ethernet broadband.
>
> I think it's as simple as Connect Router to XP, setup router and password,
> find and authenticate on Mac. But I just want to be sure.
>
> Thanks.
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: New to Wireless
Date:
05/13/2007 10:02:10
Hi
May be this can Help.
My New Wireless does not work - http://www.ezlan.net/wireless.html
Wireless, Basic Configuration - http://www.ezlan.net/Wireless_Config.html
Wireless Security - http://www.ezlan.net/Wireless_Security.html
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"masher" <masher@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:8511179E-A379-458F-8881-3AD247A7CF3A@microsoft.com...
>I have set up a one ethernet connection and two wireless connections to
> laptops. Two are working however the third will set up from a disc.
> However
> when the laptop is restarted it loses the setting and will not find the
> wireless hub. I have looked and cannot seem to find why. Can you help
> thanks
>
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: No connection Vista /XP.
Date:
05/04/2007 09:30:39
Hi
If both computer can use the Internet through the Router then your
difficulty is Not Router related.
Successful Sharing involves some general consideration in Network
settings,http://www.ezlan.net/sharing.html As well as specific adjustment of
each computer according to what it is allowed to be shared.
Vista File and Printer Sharing-
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/network/evaluate/vista_fp.mspx
Basic XP -
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/winxppro/maintain/filesharing.mspx
Advanced XP - http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;304040
Printer Sharing XP -
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/expert/honeycutt_july2.mspx
Windows Native Firewall setting for Sharing XP -
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/875357
Windows XP patch for Sharing with Vista -
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/922120
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"pleerol" <pleerol@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:5a0pi5F2muh0qU1@mid.individual.net...
> Problem is, that I can't get a connection from my Vista (wireless) laptop
> to the WinXP (wired) LAN.
> From WinXP LAN I have a connection to the Vista laptop, but not the other
> way around.
> I use a Linksys WRT54GL wireless router.
> Sitting in the garden I would like to connect to my desktop to pick up
> files etc.
>
> Is this a Vista problem or a router problem?
> --
> groeten, pleerol (pleelol, in het Chinees) :-)
> If your feet smell and your nose runs - you're built upside down.
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From:
Jim <j.n@nospam.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: No Ethernet Connection Computer wont recognize wireless modem
Date:
05/05/2007 20:11:20
"EstesParkLioness" <EstesParkLioness@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in
message news:A245F718-4A58-433A-BFE6-1F5252A8ACB0@microsoft.com...
> Have tried everything: Qwest techs spent 2hrs on phone & cannot help me:
> I
> have a Dell Dimension Ceeron Processor computer trying to hook to wireless
> modem style 2700HGD & live in very small town: without spending another
> $175
> for a trip charge, does anyone have any ideas? All connected correct,
> even
> got a green ethernet flicker one day but never since: computer does not
> read
> that there is a modem attached. I've spent 100's of hours on
> this......should I just send back the modem?--It works fine, just cannot
> get
> it connected thru my computer & the trip charge alone to get someone here
> is
> outrageous. Hoping someone has an idea.
>
> Gateway did not have a download for the modem that I could put on my comp;
> seemed to me my comp just doesn't recognize this hardware? Thx for any
> help!!
If I understand what you posted, you have a wireless router with an internal
modem.
Regardless, there is an ethernet connection somewhere, and its light is not
on.
I don't believe that you will make any progress until the light comes on and
stays on.
If my understanding of your situation is correct, then the wireless router
with internal modem is at fault.
This is a condition that software cannot correct.
Thus you should return the modem.
Jim
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From:
Lem <lemp40@hotmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: No Ethernet Connection Computer wont recognize wireless modem
Date:
05/06/2007 13:57:35
EstesParkLioness wrote:
> Have tried everything: Qwest techs spent 2hrs on phone & cannot help me:
I
> have a Dell Dimension Ceeron Processor computer trying to hook to wireless
> modem style 2700HGD & live in very small town: without spending another
$175
> for a trip charge, does anyone have any ideas? All connected correct,
even
> got a green ethernet flicker one day but never since: computer does not
read
> that there is a modem attached. I've spent 100's of hours on
> this......should I just send back the modem?--It works fine, just cannot get
> it connected thru my computer & the trip charge alone to get someone here is
> outrageous. Hoping someone has an idea.
>
> Gateway did not have a download for the modem that I could put on my comp;
> seemed to me my comp just doesn't recognize this hardware? Thx for any
help!!
We can't determine what you mean when you say you've tried everything,
and merely saying that "it doesn't work" isn't much help either.
Neither is saying that the modem works fine but doesn't connect for you.
I understand your frustration (and $175 is a ridiculous amount to pay
for on-site help), but help us to help you.
What were you looking for when you wrote "Gateway did not have a
download for the modem that I could put on my comp" and why were you
looking at Gateway?
What are you using now to access the Internet?
As near as I can determine, your 2700HG-D DSL "home portal" device is
made by 2Wire and modified by Qwest. This is quite obscure, and there
is no documentation specific to this device that I can find at the 2Wire
site. The generic 2Wire 2700 installation guide is here:
http://www.2wire.com/pages/pdfs/5100-000415-000_Gateway_2000_IG_Rev_A.pdf
and the manual is here:
http://www.2wire.com/pages/pdfs/5100-000326-000.Rev.A.pdf
First of all, if your device gives you the option of connecting it to y
our computer by using either USB or Ethernet, do NOT use USB.
Are you connecting things as shown in Fig. 1 of the Install Guide linked
above? And if so, is the Ethernet light on the front of the device
solid green? Look at the back of your computer, where you connect the
Ethernet cable. There should be a solid light there as well.
Where are you looking when you say, "computer does not read that there
is a modem attached"?
If you open Network Connections (Control Panel > Network and Internet
Connections > Network Connections), what do you see there? You should
at least see "Local Area Connection" under the category "LAN or
High-Speed Internet." What do you see if you double click on "Local
Area Connection"? What shows on the "Support" tab? What about when
you
click on the "Properties" button?
I assume you used the "Wizard" provided on the CD to setup the Internet
service. What happened?
--
Lem -- MS-MVP - Networking
To the moon and back with 64 Kbits of RAM and 512 Kbits of ROM.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
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From:
<ato_zee@hotmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: No wireless network in range?
Date:
05/01/2007 06:11:26
On 1-May-2007, =?Utf-8?B?cG9sbHk=?= <polly@discussions.microsoft.com>
wrote:
> Im trying to connect to my wireless network but when i try to view available
> networks im told that there are no wireless networks in range??
>
> Im using a Dell inspiron 6000 with a Intel pro wireless 2220 802.1 1 b/g
> mini PCI Wireless LAN card
You are not alone, try a Google -> Groups search for
dell inspiron 6000 wireless problem
Posts like
... It seems to me that there's a compatibility issue between the belkin
router and the Windows management of wireless device on the Inspiron
6000. No luck with contacting Dell I'm afraid. ...
There are also Dell users newsgroups.
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From:
Lem <lemp40@hotmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: No wireless network in range?
Date:
05/01/2007 08:45:43
polly wrote:
> Im trying to connect to my wireless network but when i try to view available
> networks im told that there are no wireless networks in range??
>
> Im using a Dell inspiron 6000 with a Intel pro wireless 2220 802.1 1 b/g
> mini PCI Wireless LAN card
>
> I have configured my netgear router that i recieved from AOL. I have also
> followed the wireless network wizard instructions. I have been through
> everything that AOL have told me to do and well basically they cant do
> anymore and i was ask to contact the vendor as there may be a problem with my
> wireless adapter? i have check device manager and everything seems as it
> should be...no nasty exclamation marks. I have noticed on various posts that
> u have to ensure the wireless switch is on? How do i make sure that it is?
>
> Any suggestions would be very gratefull
>
> thanks
The first step is to make sure that the wireless adapter in your laptop
is properly installed and turned on. Most laptops have either a
physical switch or a keypress combination (e.g., Fn+F2) that turns the
wireless radio on and off. For more suggestions, see
http://www.ezlan.net/wireless.html
--
Lem MS MVP -- Networking
To the moon and back with 64 Kbits of RAM and 512 Kbits of ROM.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
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From:
polly <polly@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: No wireless network in range?
Date:
05/01/2007 15:36:02
I have tried presing fn + f2 and received the message "the pro/wireless
network connection is still disabled. Use proset/wireless to enable it" click
ok. I click ok and nothing seems to happen. no green LED lights have come
on..no icons have appeared in my task bar?
"Lem" wrote:
> polly wrote:
> > Im trying to connect to my wireless network but when i try to view available
> > networks im told that there are no wireless networks in range??
> >
> > Im using a Dell inspiron 6000 with a Intel pro wireless 2220 802.1 1 b/g
> > mini PCI Wireless LAN card
> >
> > I have configured my netgear router that i recieved from AOL. I have also
> > followed the wireless network wizard instructions. I have been through
> > everything that AOL have told me to do and well basically they cant do
> > anymore and i was ask to contact the vendor as there may be a problem with
my
> > wireless adapter? i have check device manager and everything seems as it
> > should be...no nasty exclamation marks. I have noticed on various posts that
> > u have to ensure the wireless switch is on? How do i make sure that it is?
> >
> > Any suggestions would be very gratefull
> >
> > thanks
>
> The first step is to make sure that the wireless adapter in your laptop
> is properly installed and turned on. Most laptops have either a
> physical switch or a keypress combination (e.g., Fn+F2) that turns the
> wireless radio on and off. For more suggestions, see
> http://www.ezlan.net/wireless.html
>
> --
> Lem MS MVP -- Networking
>
> To the moon and back with 64 Kbits of RAM and 512 Kbits of ROM.
> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
>
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From:
polly <polly@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: No wireless network in range?
Date:
05/01/2007 16:11:00
i have checked the device manager just to see what wireless adapter i have.
These items were listed if it helps..
1349 net adapter
Broadcom 440x 10/100 intergrated controller
intel pro/wireless 2200BG network connection
PPoEWin miniport
"Lem" wrote:
> polly wrote:
> > Im trying to connect to my wireless network but when i try to view available
> > networks im told that there are no wireless networks in range??
> >
> > Im using a Dell inspiron 6000 with a Intel pro wireless 2220 802.1 1 b/g
> > mini PCI Wireless LAN card
> >
> > I have configured my netgear router that i recieved from AOL. I have also
> > followed the wireless network wizard instructions. I have been through
> > everything that AOL have told me to do and well basically they cant do
> > anymore and i was ask to contact the vendor as there may be a problem with
my
> > wireless adapter? i have check device manager and everything seems as it
> > should be...no nasty exclamation marks. I have noticed on various posts that
> > u have to ensure the wireless switch is on? How do i make sure that it is?
> >
> > Any suggestions would be very gratefull
> >
> > thanks
>
> The first step is to make sure that the wireless adapter in your laptop
> is properly installed and turned on. Most laptops have either a
> physical switch or a keypress combination (e.g., Fn+F2) that turns the
> wireless radio on and off. For more suggestions, see
> http://www.ezlan.net/wireless.html
>
> --
> Lem MS MVP -- Networking
>
> To the moon and back with 64 Kbits of RAM and 512 Kbits of ROM.
> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
>
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: No wireless network in range?
Date:
05/01/2007 17:02:05
Hi
"Intel pro/wireless 2200BG network connection" is probably the Wireless
card.
Follow the other steps on the paged that was linked by Lem.
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"polly" <polly@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:B02FA0AF-703A-429A-9820-03CE3257367D@microsoft.com...
>i have checked the device manager just to see what wireless adapter i have.
> These items were listed if it helps..
>
> 1349 net adapter
> Broadcom 440x 10/100 intergrated controller
> intel pro/wireless 2200BG network connection
> PPoEWin miniport
>
>
>
>
> "Lem" wrote:
>
>> polly wrote:
>> > Im trying to connect to my wireless network but when i try to view
>> > available
>> > networks im told that there are no wireless networks in range??
>> >
>> > Im using a Dell inspiron 6000 with a Intel pro wireless 2220 802.1 1
>> > b/g
>> > mini PCI Wireless LAN card
>> >
>> > I have configured my netgear router that i recieved from AOL. I have
>> > also
>> > followed the wireless network wizard instructions. I have been through
>> > everything that AOL have told me to do and well basically they cant do
>> > anymore and i was ask to contact the vendor as there may be a problem
>> > with my
>> > wireless adapter? i have check device manager and everything seems as
>> > it
>> > should be...no nasty exclamation marks. I have noticed on various posts
>> > that
>> > u have to ensure the wireless switch is on? How do i make sure that it
>> > is?
>> >
>> > Any suggestions would be very gratefull
>> >
>> > thanks
>>
>> The first step is to make sure that the wireless adapter in your laptop
>> is properly installed and turned on. Most laptops have either a
>> physical switch or a keypress combination (e.g., Fn+F2) that turns the
>> wireless radio on and off. For more suggestions, see
>> http://www.ezlan.net/wireless.html
>>
>> --
>> Lem MS MVP -- Networking
>>
>> To the moon and back with 64 Kbits of RAM and 512 Kbits of ROM.
>> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
>>
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From:
polly <polly@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: No wireless network in range?
Date:
05/02/2007 05:40:00
Tried switching the wifi on again and hooooray its finally working
Thank you to all of u for your help :)
"Lem" wrote:
> polly wrote:
> > Im trying to connect to my wireless network but when i try to view available
> > networks im told that there are no wireless networks in range??
> >
> > Im using a Dell inspiron 6000 with a Intel pro wireless 2220 802.1 1 b/g
> > mini PCI Wireless LAN card
> >
> > I have configured my netgear router that i recieved from AOL. I have also
> > followed the wireless network wizard instructions. I have been through
> > everything that AOL have told me to do and well basically they cant do
> > anymore and i was ask to contact the vendor as there may be a problem with
my
> > wireless adapter? i have check device manager and everything seems as it
> > should be...no nasty exclamation marks. I have noticed on various posts that
> > u have to ensure the wireless switch is on? How do i make sure that it is?
> >
> > Any suggestions would be very gratefull
> >
> > thanks
>
> The first step is to make sure that the wireless adapter in your laptop
> is properly installed and turned on. Most laptops have either a
> physical switch or a keypress combination (e.g., Fn+F2) that turns the
> wireless radio on and off. For more suggestions, see
> http://www.ezlan.net/wireless.html
>
> --
> Lem MS MVP -- Networking
>
> To the moon and back with 64 Kbits of RAM and 512 Kbits of ROM.
> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
>
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Not able to connect
Date:
04/30/2007 15:40:43
Hi
May be this page would Help to find the trouble ,
http://www.ezlan.net/wireless.html
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"steel" <steel@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:2E346487-C926-400F-860A-5682F6CA9C16@microsoft.com...
>I just got through reformatting my hard drive on my laptop. Now I am not
>able
> to connect wireless to the internet. There is no ip address identfied.
> --
> Thanks Steel
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From:
Lem <lemp40@hotmail.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Not Acquiring an IP
Date:
05/03/2007 11:39:55
Jeff Granger wrote:
> I often need to get internet access when visiting clients. Sometimes I
get
> a message telling me I am connected to the network but my laptop then fails
> to acquire an IP address. Is there a setting on my laptop that could be
> causing this?
>
> Running XP Pro SP2 + Norton Internet Security 2006
>
> Jeff
>
>
You need to speak with the IT support or Network Admin of those clients.
Your laptop most likely is set to the usual default of obtaining an IP
address automatically. The networks where you don't get an IP either
expect client computers to have pre-set static IP addresses or require
authentication before assigning an IP (more likely).
--
Lem MS MVP -- Networking
To the moon and back with 64 Kbits of RAM and 512 Kbits of ROM.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
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From:
es67 <es67@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Not Acquiring an IP
Date:
05/03/2007 20:16:01
I read the post by Lem. But the the sites I want to access don't have network
administrators. These are sites that I have accessed with no problem until
recently.
"Lem" wrote:
> Jeff Granger wrote:
> > I often need to get internet access when visiting clients. Sometimes I
get
> > a message telling me I am connected to the network but my laptop then fails
> > to acquire an IP address. Is there a setting on my laptop that could be
> > causing this?
> >
> > Running XP Pro SP2 + Norton Internet Security 2006
> >
> > Jeff
> >
> >
> You need to speak with the IT support or Network Admin of those clients.
> Your laptop most likely is set to the usual default of obtaining
an IP
> address automatically. The networks where you don't get an IP either
> expect client computers to have pre-set static IP addresses or require
> authentication before assigning an IP (more likely).
>
> --
> Lem MS MVP -- Networking
>
> To the moon and back with 64 Kbits of RAM and 512 Kbits of ROM.
> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apollo_Guidance_Computer
>
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From:
es67 <es67@discussions.microsoft.com>
To:
none
Subject:
RE: Not Acquiring an IP
Date:
05/03/2007 20:05:00
I have the same problem. XP Home. I have been using the free wifi
sites for
two years. Recently, 2 months, I began getting the same msg. The really odd
thing is that I still can access some connections but not all.
"Jeff Granger" wrote:
> I often need to get internet access when visiting clients. Sometimes I
get
> a message telling me I am connected to the network but my laptop then fails
> to acquire an IP address. Is there a setting on my laptop that could be
> causing this?
>
> Running XP Pro SP2 + Norton Internet Security 2006
>
> Jeff
>
>
>
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From:
Jack \(MVP-Networking\). <Jack@discussiongroup.com>
To:
none
Subject:
Re: Notebook or PC Card problem?
Date:
04/13/2007 20:16:14
Hi
Network means many computers (not one at the time). Wireless Routers and
Access Points, are Network devices. I.e they can work with many computers
(in theory 256 of them). So, no need the switch Off one computer while the
other is working.
Check the Wireless Router's Wireless settings, may be it configured to work
at 802.11g only, and thus can not connect to the 802.11b.
If so change the settings to accommodate both.
Jack (MVP-Networking).
"Andreas Hagen" <andreashagen@slingshot.co.nz> wrote in message
news:1176510997.420842@ftpsrv1...
> Hi Everyone,
>
> I have a problem with creating a wireless infrastructure network.
>
> I have a Dynalink (using Askey chipset) RTA1025W wireless router.
>
> I have a Compaq Presario R3000 notebook with an ASUS WL-107 802.11b PC
> Card
> Running Windows XP
>
> I have a Dell Inspiron 510m notebook with on board-wireless networking.
> Running Windows XP
>
> The problem is connecting the Compaq which I think mentions a DNS error
> before showing the standard IE error page.
>
> The Dell connects no problem via 802.11g and I ensure I shutdown the Dell
> before connecting the Compaq because I think Wireless routers can only
> connect one computer at a time?
>
> So it is my belief the problem lies with the card or the compaq. Please
> help with your ideas.
>
> Thanks in advance,
> Andreas
>
>
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