Problem with my Internet Router - I can't connect my computer

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    I got a problem with my computer - It cant connect to the router. There was no problem before. When I try to connect to the router I get the message "Acquiring address" when I hoover the WIFI icon in the activity filed in the menu bar.

    I have tried 2 different WIFI cards - the both work perfect with the correct drivers. The TCP/IP is set to get the IP and DNS automatically from the router and we have removed the KEY from the router and all security.

    I have cleared DNS cash in my computer.

    No I can't figure out what more to test to get this working.

    Got any ideas?
     
    John M, Aug 30, 2008 IP
  2. wierdo

    wierdo Well-Known Member

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    I've been having a problem recently about my router getting hot. I unplug it for a few hours, then plug it back in and it's ready to go. Mine is a Belkin, what brand is yours?
     
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  3. Prune

    Prune Well-Known Member

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    First check that power management is not switched on for your wireless card in your PC. If its on, turn it off.
    Second, check with your router manufacturer's website and see if theres a firmware update available. If there is, download it and install it (use an ethernet cable to connect your PC to the router during the update).
    Thirdly, download a wireless survery tool (something like Netstumbler) to get a quick look at the wireless environment around you. If some of your neightbours are using the same wireless channel as your router is, this can cause trouble, so you should change the channel from your router admin area.
    Fourth thing I would do is disable any 3rd party wireless management software you are using to control your wireless card. If using Windows XP, just let the Windows Zero Configuration Utility manage the connection and see how it goes.
    Fifth thing I can think of is check and see if there is a newer driver for your wireless card. If you dont know where to look for this, download and install RadarSync...it will check for newer drivers for you automatically.
     
    Prune, Aug 31, 2008 IP
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    ali-2006 Peon

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    reset the router

    if it was like mine you will find a reset button ...press it for five seconds and then try
     
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    Try to run the cmd ipconfig /renew

    Other than that, you will want to login via the local IP (control panel) and I would reset everything to default
     
    loudmouthnetwork, Aug 31, 2008 IP