A while ago, someone posted this question: "My wireless internet used to stay on, but after I clicked "repair" on the "no wireless connection menu" the connection icon has a red X over it. Even when I view wireless networks and select one, it will say "connected" and indicate some strength, and sometimes even put me online but then soon kicks me back off...all while the X is still there on the icon. I dont undersatnd. right now as Im on line, when I scroll down over the icon, it reads "wireless network connection- not connected" I didnt get any new software and it used to stay on fine. Now I have to re-connect to the same network every few minutes. Also I dont undersatnd WPA or WEP. I might have tampered with that, please explain. I have a laptop and my wireless switch is on. I also been messing around in advanced settings and Authentication. Please walk me through a process! Thanx!"
I have the EXACT same problem(and the answer wasn't provided)! Can anyone help?
2006-11-22 09:52:27 · 5 answers · asked by cerasi 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
G'day,
Hmmm... a few possibilities come into mind. Unfortunately you did not mention whether your computer is a desktop or laptop. However, if it is a laptop, maybe a good idea to take it somewhere where there's a wireless hotspots and try to connect and see how stable it is.
If you have the same problem then most likely it is the problem with your wireless card driver. Go to Setting-Control Panel-Systems-Device Manager. Find Network Card and your wireless card driver, right-click and click uninstall. Restart your computer so the computer will auto-detect the wireless card again. MAKE SURE you have the installation CD ready just in case Windows asks.
If the connection outside is stable and strong then the problem is with the router. Calling the technical support as suggested earlier may be wise, but you may have to be patient with the Indian operator (not Arabs as the first answerer suggested). You may also want to reset the router itself by finding the location of the reset button and press to reset it, and start entering everything again. This will make sure that all the mistakes that you have made will be erased and the router will be in the manufacturer's condition again. MAKE SURE you have your internet login information handy before you do this. The helpdesk operator may also give this suggestion to you.
There's also possibility of the problem with the firewall setting (eg Norton Internet Security). If this is the case, then you will need to contact Symantec helpdesk.
The worst one will be the problem with the operating system (Windows). This means that you will need to reformat your HDD (after backing up your data files first) and reinstall Windows again. However please make note that you will need to reinstall everything again and MAKE SURE that you have the Windows CD with you before you decide to take this option.
In regards to your question about WPA or WEP, please follow the link to see the answer I've given to the other fella not so long ago.
Hope this helps and good luck!
2006-11-22 11:14:26 · answer #1 · answered by Batako 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get an AP that can be configured into bridge mode. You plug the network into the AP and it acts like a STA with a bridge and connects to the main AP. 802.11s is working on mesh extensions to the standard but it will be a while before it hits the shelves. In reality, bridging 802.11 is a bit messy since 802.11 messed up the standard and violated the 802.1D assumptions about MAC behavior. There are tricks that need to be pulled, so it's a good idea to buy a pair of APs from the same vendor that support bridging. This way you know they will work together, because the bridging hacks (E.G. forcing 4 address frames) are not standardized.
2016-05-22 18:58:01 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to call the support line of your wireless router company. They will have 24/7 support if you have a leading router like Linksys, Netgear, etc. They will help you with this for free and you will be fixed up in a jiffy.
2006-11-22 09:56:01 · answer #3 · answered by Marissa 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
call the company that makes your router. Even if it isnt the router, just claim it is, and they will give you some numbers and tricks to get it up and running. I had the same problem a few months ago, and let me tell you: god help you dealing with the arabs on the other line but it is so worth it to get it back up and working properly.
2006-11-22 09:54:39 · answer #4 · answered by dumpsterdd90 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can give you a link that deals with the internet connection Many of the problems can be solved by making software changes or small hardware corrections. Detailed instructions at http://tinyurl.com/yl62gz Try here if you can get what you wanted
2006-11-24 00:06:47 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋