should i just unplug all the connection from both the router and DSL cable and then plug the DSL cable connetions? ( have a D-link router)
2007-02-21 11:21:09 · 5 answers · asked by sa16ali 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
The correct process, if you want to connect your modem directly to your computer is as follows; shut down your computer, disconnect the power to the modem and router, unplug Ethernet cable between router and modem, then unplug the Ethernet cable from your router to your computer and plug it into the modem. Power up the modem, when modem lights confirm, power up your computer. This clears your memory and sets fresh settings between your computer and modem. If you are lucky the modem will authenticate automatically for you, if not, you may have to contact your ISP for help.
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2007-02-21 11:40:15 · answer #1 · answered by Hokiefire 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you asking about directly connecting your modem to your machine? If so there is no problem with doing that at all. Simply unplug the connection to the router and plug it directly into your machine.
Just be sure to keep a software firewall up to date and working well.
2007-02-21 19:26:17 · answer #2 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First you need to find out which unit is doing the authentication for you. If you still have the modem authenticating they just removing the router is ok. If the router is authenticating for you, then you will need to telnet into the modem after removing the router. Then put in your account username and password for authentication.
2007-02-21 19:30:32 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, just be sure you have aniti-virus software and a firewall. Routers protect you from lots of cruel attacks.
2007-02-21 19:28:12 · answer #4 · answered by blndchik 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Turn off the power first though.
2007-02-21 19:26:35 · answer #5 · answered by Reston 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋