Hey there. I just picked up the ASUS WL-500g Premium wireless router to use with my new XPS M1530. I have been trying to install it and test it with my old desktop, but it keeps dropping the internet connection.I have a Shaw Cable, and I read the following on the ASUS website forums:
Even when I change the IP to 10.0.0.1, it can't hold the IP connection (i.e. I change the wireless setings and reboot the router, it drops the connection). Any thoughts, or should I try calling my ISP?
Thanks in advance!
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John Ratsey Moderately inquisitive Super Moderator
Are you running the latest firmware (1.9.7.5)? I've had one of these routers running for several months without problems.
Normally you would have the local IP addresses in one of the ranges assigned for local IP addresses (such as 192.168.x.x). Then assign the router the first address in that range and set the pool starting at the next number.
Also check the lease time on the DHCP server page. I've got mine set to 65000 which covers a working day of normal log-on.
And make sure you have the latest drivers for any client hardware. I think the wired networks are quiet stable, but wireless (particularly under Vista) is still a bit buggy.
John -
I was reading that the IP address of the router was conflicting with the IP address my modem was assigning, hence the suggestion of the 10.0.0.1
I haven't updated any firmware, and the connection drops if I make any changes to to the settings - not related to the lease time.
Using my wired connection to setup first. Once it is stable, I will connect with my new laptop. -
blue68f100 Notebook Virtuoso
If you ISP is using private IP address, you need to pick a different subnet. If 10.0.0.0 use 192.168... and vise versa. It's not any different than a company setting up seperate networks for different locations, with all under 1 umbrella.
Once you have the subnet problems it should not be a problem. Have you cloned you initial setup pc's MAC address into the router? If not your ISP may be knocking you off. -
OK - gave up. Went out and got the LINKSYS Wireless-G Broadband Router with SpeedBooster (WRT54GS). Setup with the CD very easy. Loosing out on the USB ports, but I can survive...
ASUS Wl-500g Premium - keeps dropping internet connection
Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by moose.ca, Mar 13, 2008.