My DSL keeps dropping and I have to restart the modem and router. What is causing this?

Question

I have 10 cpus hooked up through a switch hub which is connected to the router. At random the dsl connection drops, so then we need to turn off the modem and router, then turn back on the modem, and then the router to get the signal back. Is this something wrong with my end or do I have a bad ISP connection?

I have a Linksys 4 port dsl router...I would switch ISP's but in my area this is the only one and I have a 1 year contract with them :-(

Its also a split phone line, one end goes to the phone, the other to the modem.

Answer 1

Bad ISP connection.... call em up and warn them that if things r not right within a week u are gonna give up the service.

Also look for other ISP in you area which have lesser complaints.... switch if the current provider fails to solve the issue in time.

Hope this helps...

Answer 2

You could try re-installing new filters on the lines, between the incoming line, and the modem.

You could try using cleaner power, ie. invest in a quality Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS).

As a last resort you could start changing the common RJ45 between the modem and the hub / switch.

If all else fails, you will likely need to get a technician from the phone company / ISP provider out to test your line for external noise, as I assume you don't have the test equipment or expertise to tackle that task alone.

Good luck.

Answer 3

i think it was something around "10 cpus" that i started to worry.

either your connection is bad or your hub/router is not high enough quality to handle this kind of internet demand

i have a friend who can max his router out (he has a decent quality router) just by using one computer on the network. my network, on the other hand, can handle 7 computers on the wireless network at the same time, doing the same thing he was maxing his network on.

you just need a better system/network setup, your isp connection is fine. try to set up a LAN in your home using CAT5 cable and nothing less (the CAT5 cables on my home network has survived electrical strikes that took out computers, routers, hubs, and a modem)

talk to a local computer networking person, and get advice on how to set up a LAN in your home, this may help you better handle the internet needs of your home

Answer 4

I think you might find that using a split phone line that has a bad filter or an alarm system may be the cause of your problem. Check all the Filters. Unplug and re plug them in taking care you have them connected properly.
Don

Answer 5

I had problems with my DSL too. I had to disconnect and reconnect a few times a week. It grew too annoying and I switched to cable. Haven't had a problem since then.

Answer 6

what router are you using? you may be putting too much stress on it.
Also how is it connected to the phone line?
if you are using extension from phone socket-is the ADSL cable extended or the phone line cable(rj45) you should always keep the phone line to a minimum and extend the ADSL if necessary.
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WHAT!! you haven't got microfilter inline?.....well there's a BIG piece of the puzzle then.




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