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    Local Network Only

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by Kent1995, Apr 29, 2008.

  1. Kent1995

    Kent1995 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I reently purchased a Dell Xps 1530. the first few times used it automatically connected to the internet. Now, it seems to only connect locally and I do not get internet access. Ive tried restarting in hopes it would correct itself, which worked once but others time not. Sometimes if I wait about 10 minutes or so it will suddenly connect. The signal strength is always high. Does anyone know what could be causing this. I though possibly Trend Micro but I think that is set up correctly. Thanks for any advice.
     
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  2. Wirelessman

    Wirelessman Monkeymod

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    Can you please elaborate your expression; "Now, it seems to only connect locally and I do not get internet access", thanks.
     
    Wirelessman, Apr 29, 2008
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    When you say connect locally, are you getting a private IP address (169.x.x.x) or a 192.x.x.x address? Is your computer hooked to a router wirelessly or wired? or is it straight through to a DSL/cable modem?

    You mentioned Trend Micro. I don't use Trend Micro but I assume it has a firwall. Turn it off and see what happens?
     
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    The problem could also be in the ISP side, call them.
     
    Wirelessman, Apr 30, 2008
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