Windows Wireless Networking

Cannot aquire IP from DHCP

Andreas Yiangoullis - 1 Jul 2006 2:57 PM - 6 messages

In my network I used to have a DLink wireless router (DI-624) and a DLINK (DWL-2100AP). Because I had difficulties in switching between the 2 networks I sent the AP back for replacement as I thought it was deffective (it might ...

wireless network not found on new laptop

Pete C - 1 Jul 2006 11:07 AM - 3 messages

I just bought a wireless laptop. At home, other computers and laptop are all using a wireless ADSL route (DSL-G60TL) to access files and internet by wired and wireless. But the new laptop could not detect and show the hoem wireless ...

error message 1607

Tuevo - 30 Jun 2006 9:20 PM - 2 messages

I get the following error message "1607 Unabel to install InstallShield Scripting Runtime" when I try to intall a wireless usb adapter from Philips. I can only press OK button. What is wrong?? ...

External Hard Drive for backing up simple home network - recommendations

cymbalzzz - 30 Jun 2006 8:21 PM - 15 messages

I have searched the newsgroups, and I cannot find a simple answer to my situation. I have two Dell Inspiron laptops in two bedrooms/home offices (mine and my husband's). We share a DSL connection via a Linksys Wireless router ...

Controlling home PC from networked laptop

Evil Uncle Chris - 30 Jun 2006 5:39 PM - 9 messages

I'd like to be able to take control of stuff on my home PC from my wirelessly networked laptop. Stuff like P2P and email on the desktop, that I don't really want to clutter the laptop up with. ...

wireless and wired

Meg - 29 Jun 2006 9:59 PM - 10 messages

Help... i have a 2 wireless computers and one that is wired to the wireless/wire router. i want to network all three. all three have internet, but i want to share files and printers. what is the protocol. all are using XP ...

Location of wireless config data

TommyG - 29 Jun 2006 7:23 PM - 4 messages

I operate a large network with multiple access points all on the same network. I am looking at creating a script that will copy wireless configuration settings to users when I make changes to the access points. I can't seem to find the location of these configuration files. ...

Change between wireless networks

Andreas Yiangoullis - 29 Jun 2006 4:42 PM - 5 messages

I have a DLink wireless router (DI-624) in the attic and a DLINK (DWL-2100AP) in the base floor in order to fully cover the building. I have configured them with a different SSID and with WPA (PSK). I did the same on ...

Connectivity problems

David Lyon - 29 Jun 2006 4:16 PM - 2 messages

I am having problems with my wireless connection. I have an SBC Barricade g router, as well as a Dell TrueMobile B. I am trying to run them side by side, with the Dell for the kids, and the SMC for ...

Re: VPN connection problem with wireless router in network

Bill Kearney - 29 Jun 2006 2:19 PM - 3 messages

I've found IE can get pretty confused about how it's supposed to be getting it's connection to the internet. I found the cure was to stop using IE and switch to firefox. For the few cases where you 'need' IE you learn to live ...

no connectivity

Jeri - 29 Jun 2006 2:04 PM - 3 messages

I have a comcast modem and use a netgear router for a wireless connection to my second PC. Everything was fine (I did have problems with my wireless adaptor connecting on my second PC but that's for another day). I downloaded ...

Networking only works one way

Blair - 29 Jun 2006 1:27 PM - 4 messages

I have a LaptopXP networked to a desktopXP via a Router and the desktop can see the full network but the laptop cannot and I get a message Home is not available. You might not have permission to use this network resource. The ...

Connected but can't ping router or surf!

Bura - 29 Jun 2006 11:26 AM - 3 messages

I have 2 XP computers and one laptop. Using an SMC Barricade wireless router on ADSL. One PC connected to router by LAN cable, other PC wireless, both connected and on the internet no problem. The laptop connects fine through LAN cable to router and I can surf. WIrelessly I ...

Configure WPA on XP

mukunth - 29 Jun 2006 5:21 AM - 2 messages

Need help in configuring WPA(Wi-fi Protected Access) on a XP Professional system. My environment details are as follows: Router : Linksys WRT54g Laptop : XP with SP2 (autoupdated) I have enabled WPA on the router. When I go to the laptop's wireless config, ...

network connection with xp on 2 computers

doubleg - 29 Jun 2006 4:42 AM - 6 messages

How do you remove a network from computer. Gateway connection not needed and have tried all I can think of. ...

Separate AuthMode and SupplicantMode settings for wired and wireless

Andrew - 28 Jun 2006 5:26 PM - 4 messages

Anyone know if there is a way to specify separate AuthMode and SupplicantMode values (in HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\EAPOL\Parameters\General\Global\AuthMo de) for wired and wireless networks? We're running 802.1x on both wired and wireless, but on the wireless side we ...

Networking with a LAN

Stumped - 28 Jun 2006 12:51 PM - 4 messages

I have been running a wireless LAN with the host computer an XP and the client a 98 using wirless adapter (BELKIN). The network and wireless internet access works fine between these two computers. I recently purchased a laptop with wireless capabilities and tried to add it to the network. I am ...

used to connect not anymore

thesoccerone7 - 28 Jun 2006 6:08 AM - 3 messages

when i first got my laptop, i had a connection that was very high. now its been about 2 weeks and now i cannot connect to that connection. i have to settle for a lesser one and now i cant get it to a room accross the hall. the ...

Wireless email

warrenh - 28 Jun 2006 2:01 AM - 2 messages

I have a desktop the XP home running a D-Link router I have a remote desktop with XP home works fine. I had an Acer laptop worked wirelessly no problem. Laptop crashed and I bought a Dell laptop. I can surf no problem but Outlook ...

security wireless set up

Martine69 - 28 Jun 2006 12:40 AM - 2 messages

Hello, I have recently got belkin wireless router, and i need help in making my network sercure, how do i do this? I have read so much this past week and have still not figured out how to do it. On my desk top computor i went to ...

Client can not see all files in shared folder on server

wipeout64@hotmail.com - 27 Jun 2006 11:39 PM - 4 messages

I set up a linksys network between 2 computers using a cross cable. The server is Win XP and the client is Win 2000. The folder I'm sharing on the Win XP is set for read and write along with the sub-folders. When I ...

WAG54GS Internet Access Policy

leigh.turner - 27 Jun 2006 6:34 PM - 12 messages

Any additional policies after the first enabled policy are ignored. has anyone else encountered this? and/or have a solution? I have looked into upgrading the firmware but I am running Firmware Version: V1.00.08, and the latest firmware download from Linksys is ...

Wireless Networking

BGB - 27 Jun 2006 1:59 PM - 2 messages

JUNE 27, 2006 Hi, I have a Netgear WG511T installed. Checked the device manager its ok. However,the two associated icon at the always have a red X on it. The product comes with a smart wizard-wireless assistant. Its initial display on ...

Wireless connection disconnects

Schemer - 27 Jun 2006 12:31 PM - 5 messages

Hello, I've just re-installed WinXP Pro and the driver for my wireless networking. It seems the connection times out; every few minutes I get a pop-up saying a wireless connection was detected, and I have to click on the balloon to get ...

ethernet help

cam - 27 Jun 2006 8:01 AM - 2 messages

hi, im having troubles with my ethernet controller in device manager, theres a yellow exclamation mark beside it and when i open it, in device statuts it says The drivers for this device are not installed. (Code 28) To reinstall the drivers for this device, click Reinstall Driver. ...

HELP - problem sending e-mail via wireless

Rob Brown - 27 Jun 2006 1:01 AM - 7 messages

I have recently installed a Linksys wireless-G broadband router onto my cable-modem. My Home PC is the main computer in the household. I only use (1) laptop to access the wireless network within my home. My laptop computer ...

Wireless question

Ryan - 26 Jun 2006 11:04 PM - 7 messages

I am looking to broadcast my signal much better than my Linksys router is providing me to share with my neighbor. Can anyone give me ideas of extending my range without having to buy a new router? Thanks ...

Wireless icon

db - 26 Jun 2006 3:50 PM - 2 messages

I have lost the wireless icon. Have checked device manager and it is not there. Only ethernet adaptor and 1394 adaptor. How do I get it back ...

Corporate Wireless Recommendations Please

TheScullster - 26 Jun 2006 1:12 PM - 4 messages

Hi all We currently have a "standard" MS network comprising: Win2003 Server DHCP (file/print) Win2003 + Exchange 2003 Server Approx 30 XP clients Internet/email comms is via ISA server and Nokia router/Checkpoint firewall. Existing lan is all hard wired. ...

How to capture data from a wireless adapter

vimal - 26 Jun 2006 4:51 AM - 2 messages

Hi.... To capture data from ethernet card we have lot of tools like ethreal and a packet capture library WinPcap. My doubt is whether WinPcap support capturing wireless frames -with ...

SMCWPCI-G-CA Wireless LAN, XP and freezing

SEFL - 25 Jun 2006 3:56 AM - 3 messages

Hi there, I'm trying desperately to get a wireless NIC inside of a machine that just keeps freezing for no particular reason. Here's what I tried and have determined: No error message in Event Viewer. No IRQ conflicts. ...