I searched back a few pages and didn't see anything like this. I am also totally clueless about setting up wireless networks.
Running the modem to the wireless router provides a signal for the laptop, but when I try to connect the desktop via cable from the router the desktop doesn't connect. If I go straight from the modem to desktop it works, so the cable is good. Am I setting something up wrong? Any help is appreciated.
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blue68f100 Notebook Virtuoso
Clone the MAC address of your desktop into the router, then it should work. A lot of ISP use MAC address to control users access.
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I have the same problem, only happens when my desktop if off for a while. When I turn it on it doesn't connect.
But when a turn my surge-protector off & on my desktop picks up my cable again. (my cable modem, linksys router, and desktop are all pluged into surge-protector)
Just like greves, my laptop is always connected.
Hey blue68f100, How do I find the MAC address of my desktop to enter in my linksys settings? -
WINDOWS NT / 2000 PROFESSIONAL or XP:
Using your mouse, click on the Start Button.
Click on Programs.
Next, click on Accessories, and then Command Prompt.
Once a small black window appears, type in ipconfig /all (with a space between the g and the /).
Locate the number to the right of Physical Address. This is your MAC address -
^^^^^^thanks!!^^^^^^
Laptop Connects, Desktop Doesnt??
Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by grieves, Sep 9, 2006.