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    Any fix for a D-Link router that drops the connection?

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by harmonica, Sep 14, 2006.

  1. harmonica

    harmonica Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have an older D-Link router (model BDI-514) that continually drops the connection - 30 seconds on and 30 seconds off. Has anybody else had this problem, or does anybody know a fix for tihs?
     
    harmonica, Sep 14, 2006
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  2. ScifiMike12

    ScifiMike12 Drinking the good stuff

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    Did you install the latest firmware?

    If you are still get problems, I think there is a reset button on the back and iti will revert everything to the default settings.
     
    ScifiMike12, Sep 14, 2006
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  3. Aero

    Aero PC/Mac...Whatever works! NBR Reviewer

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    I used to have it...Use the CD and launch the installation properly dont set it up manually by going to the IP or whatever...doesnt always work right.

    What router do you have it? That way I can help you further.
     
    Aero, Sep 14, 2006
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  4. KGann

    KGann NBR Themesong Writer

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    I actually use a D-Link PCMIA card, and I had the same problem. All my other computers would keep a solid connection, but I would connect, disconnect, connect, etc. every 30-60 seconds. I just turned off all D-Link software, and BAM, worked perfectly.
     
    KGann, Sep 15, 2006
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  5. feederfan

    feederfan Notebook Enthusiast

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    If your in the UK, try updating the firmware to the Australian Firmware.. worked for me!
     
    feederfan, Sep 15, 2006
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  6. harmonica

    harmonica Notebook Enthusiast

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    If it helps, it's an older model D-Link router model BD-514, and if I remember correctly I set-it up without using the CD.
     
    harmonica, Sep 17, 2006
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    sundoggy Notebook Consultant

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    call D-link for help! if they can't fix it then ask for replacement!
     
    sundoggy, Sep 19, 2006
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