trying to set up a wireless connection - appears to be ok, but browser won't connect to internet. Ideas?

Answer 1

If you are happy with the wireless have you sorted out the Gateway and DNS adresses in your network settings?

Answer 2

We also need to consider HOW the ROUTER is being configured... some ISP requires us (users) to set our modem/s to BRIDGE MODE and enable PPPoE in the ROUTER... you may be getting the Wireless signal transmitted form your router BUT the router is not connected yet to the INTERNET.. or you maybe getting somebody else's NETWORK..

Please contact your ROUTER MANUFACTURER so you can be guided in the troubleshooting steps..

800 223-5546=Belkin
800 553-2447=Cisco
877 453-5465=D-Link
877 820-0005=Efficient
800 326-7114=LinkSys: Phone
949 823-3007=LinkSys: Fax
800 936-3900=Microsoft
888 638-4327=NetGear
510 597-5400=Netopia Cayman
800 838-5487=Siemens
800 275-2273=Mac
800 500-7078=Apple
800 872-4786=Alcatel

Answer 3

You need to ensure that the router is configured to link to the Internet Service Provider through the DSL, broadband etc. You should have received some information from your phone/internet company like DNS numbers, password, user ID. Connect to the router from the PC using the IP address (usually something like 192.168.0.1) and put in the details and then configure. Of course don't forget to check that the cables are plugged in.

If this doesn't work, speak with your phone/internet company or google the router name and follow their instructions.

Answer 4

I had similar problems, I rang 08456007030 the BT helpline and a young lady from Calcutta took over my laptop completely and sorted it. Great result. Regards Richard R.

Answer 5

check your firewall settings may be your firewall are stoping the connection,try it if it won't work contact me i promise you to help you on my best level.