Windows Wireless Networking

Please help.

Bill & Debbie - 16 Dec 2006 9:14 PM - 2 messages

I have the following LinkSys wireless equipment: WPC54G Notebook adapter WRT54GC Broadband Router WMB54G Music Bridge My wireless network had been working great for several months. Then for some reason when I was data streaming my music, it started stuttering. ...

Printer sharing between Win98 and WinXP

gun - 16 Dec 2006 4:47 PM - 2 messages

My Lexmark 83 printer is connected to the WinXP desktop. Now I am trying to share the printer with my wireless networked Win98 (ME) Laptop. Problem is, the laptop can't find the printer. I suppose I need to install the printer ...

Wireless nightmare with D-Link 2100AP Wireless access point...

Kontaminator - 16 Dec 2006 3:52 PM - 2 messages

I've worked in IT for a number of years, but only recently have been configuring wireless networks, whether it's a wireless router, or a wireless access point. I opt for a D-Link 2100AP. Automatically - i.e. NO security it works ...

Belkin Customer service!

PaulH - 16 Dec 2006 2:03 PM - 3 messages

I've been trying since Nov 29th to contact Belkin customer services over a faulty router. I've Emailed almost daily and have phoned every couple of days. Not sure what else to do, probably have to buy a new one. ...

Loose of WLAN profile at User Diconnection

Huga5368 - 16 Dec 2006 12:43 PM - 2 messages

I use WIN XP Home with SP2. Allways if I disconnect an user the WLAN profile is lost. I've to type it in again to get access to the secured wireless LAN. ...

Linksys 802.11G Router?

Bud Z - 16 Dec 2006 12:26 PM - 6 messages

I need a new router and my son tell's me he has had linksys routers and has had no problem with them. I look on ebay for a linksys 802.11g wireless router's and find lots of used ...

WEP KEY

Kkatt1958 - 16 Dec 2006 2:51 AM - 3 messages

How do I obtain my Wep Key so when someone comes over to my house and want's to go online with there laptop, I can give them the key I'm running XP pro. Kathy ...

dropped connections

abdi - 15 Dec 2006 3:45 PM - 2 messages

hi guys im runnin a dell inspiron 6400 dual core with media centre edition my problem is that my wireless connection is dropped everytime i switch user. If I just click switch user and go back to the same account the ...

Problem accessing shared resources.

NCS - 15 Dec 2006 2:43 PM - 2 messages

Hello, I am running two computer, A desktop with Win XP Pro and a Laptop with Win XP Media Center Edition. I recently installed a wireless network with a router and set up the network. The network worked fine for a while, then we ...

Inbuilt wireless card

inthewaitingline - 15 Dec 2006 2:35 PM - 2 messages

Hi, I'm having a bit of a problem trying to get my laptop to pick up the signal from my wireless router. I recently reinstalled Windows XP Home, and there is no Wireless Network Connection icon in my Network Connections control panel. ...

Some websites wont open

B.W. - 15 Dec 2006 3:22 AM - 4 messages

I have a desktop (host), wirelessly linked to a laptop. I have a Broadband modem and a router, both the same brand, also I am running Windows XP firewall. My home network operates fine and I am able to share the internet ...

Wireless Router Programming via Wireless Connection?

Tom - 15 Dec 2006 3:13 AM - 7 messages

This topic interests me because I had a wireless router setup on my home system and never bothered to password protect it on the assumption that only a computer wired to the router could program it. I have since taken it down. Can it be programmed thru a wireless ...

Linksys WRT54GS

Vman - 15 Dec 2006 1:56 AM - 4 messages

I have recently changed my security settings to WPA-PSK and only one computer and a pda can accept the signal the other computers such as my laptop and another stand alone upstairs won't accept the signal i get no ...

extending wireless range

guyhart - 15 Dec 2006 12:31 AM - 4 messages

I have a MS MN-700 router. The wireless range is inadequate. Does the antenna on the router come off(seems permanently attached) to allow a stronger antenna to be attached (Radio Shack sells these)? If not, what ideas are ...

Why wont wireless work with my desktop when it works with all my laptops???

Kumar - 15 Dec 2006 12:18 AM - 3 messages

Hi, I've two laptops and two desktops at home. All have XP and the ones on the desktops are freshly installed. I have a DSL model with a linksys wireless router in front. I'm using wireless adapter cards with my ...

Bluetooth Devices doens't show up in control panel

Coolie C - 14 Dec 2006 10:19 PM - 3 messages

I have a Dell Latitude 820 and im trying to add my bluetooth mobile phone to my bluetooth devices but unfortuantely the help section tells me to go to Control Panel>Bluetooth Devices but Bluetooth Devices does not exist under ...

Sharing a Printer

Redtails - 14 Dec 2006 10:01 PM - 3 messages

Hi. I'm pretty much dumb when it comes to computers. I recently bought a laptop and have set up my wireless network to share the internet. Now i'm trying to share my printer. Both my laptop and desktop are running windows XP ...

Setting up a wireless network

inthewaitingline - 14 Dec 2006 5:36 PM - 2 messages

I recently had to reinstall Windows XP Home on my laptop, and am now trying to get my wireless internet access up and running again. Previous to reformatting, I had my Netgear router attached to my cable modem, and also ...

service pack 2 / wireless issues

Stefan_cross - 14 Dec 2006 5:29 PM - 3 messages

Hi all, having recently applied Win XP Pro SP2 to my laptop it is causing serious issues with wireless networks. The laptop now cannot connect to my wireless router and is constantly saying limited or no connectivity. I have ...

Wireless Access Point/DSL modem separated from LAN

Bob Wright - 14 Dec 2006 2:20 PM - 12 messages

I have a dsl modem connected to wan port on router 1, lan ports on router 1 connected to 8-port switch/hub and to wap. This give internet access to all computers on lan. I would like to connect router 2 wan port to lan port on router 1 and ...

Wireless printing

moe103 - 14 Dec 2006 2:14 PM - 7 messages

I am working with Windows XP Pro, have set up my laptop for wireless operation and this works fine. I have a Brothers 3240 ,all in one printer ,and want to be able to print to it from the laptop wirelessly. I installed ...

XP and Novell

CatInTrouble - 14 Dec 2006 1:48 PM - 3 messages

I brought my IBM Thinkpad home from college. When I left, they removed my wireless network card. I bought a new one (orinoco) and configured it with our linksys router at home. When I rebooted, I get the Novell login screen. ...

motorola wireless modem for smart broadband connection

miggs - 14 Dec 2006 1:26 PM - 2 messages

I'm from Philippines and a subscriber of a wireless broadband internet connection using a motorola wireless modem.The end of the cable has a RJ45 jack that goes into directly into the lancard. I tried using the Dlink 1008D Fastswitch for the first time so I can use two pc ...

IE surfing OK on dialup doesn't work on wireless HELP!

Ken - 14 Dec 2006 12:26 PM - 3 messages

Win xp home .... IE 7 .... I can surf OK on my dialup net but when I go on wireless I connect OK but cannot surf with IE HOWEVER I CAN UPDATE WITH WINDOWS UPDATE AND I CAN UPDATE MY AVG! Very frustrating!-- ...

wireless zero configuration

HAL56 - 14 Dec 2006 4:12 AM - 2 messages

hi all i need to start wzc every time i want to connect to my wireless network. is there a way i can set this up to connect automaticaly when i power up the computer. wasted time having to start wzc every time ...

*The local device name is already in use.

J David Ellis - 14 Dec 2006 3:31 AM - 3 messages

No reply to this posting on group ...help_and_support "An error occurred while reconnecting DRIVE to \\FLOOR\C$ Microsoft Windows Network : The local device name is already in use. This connection has not been restored." ======= This is the pop-up message that appears at the client when ...

Enabling\Disabling a Wireless Nic with a restricted account

Bob - 14 Dec 2006 2:26 AM - 4 messages

Hello, I am trying to figure out a way to enable and disable a wireless nic card in windows XP when a active directory user without rights to access the device manager is logged onto the machine. I am thinking its gonna be a ...

acquiring network address and dell with static ip

vision - 13 Dec 2006 8:50 PM - 3 messages

I have static ips on my network, only the wireless card is enabled. linksys router. wep correct, same channel, dhcp disabled and mac filtering on has anyone had the same issue? the icon states acquiring address. if i go ...

NETWORKING BETWEEN WINXP AND WIN95

FATBRUMMIEGIT - 13 Dec 2006 7:58 PM - 2 messages

I HAVE RECENTLY BEEN GIVEN A PC WHICH RUNS ON WIN95. I AM CONSIDERING NETWORKING THEM SO THAT MY DAUGHTER HAVE HAVE THE WIN95 IN HER BEDROOM. I AM CONNECTED TO INTERNET VIA CABLE MODEM WITH NTL. CAN THE 2 PC'S BE NETWORKED ...

network name ssid

pgkramonr - 13 Dec 2006 4:55 PM - 2 messages

I would like to change my wireless network name SSID, how do I go about it? ...

Lost my WPA PSK Option

Nick Rea - 13 Dec 2006 9:37 AM - 2 messages

Following a rebuild (Toshiba Hard Drive - don't ask) I had Windows XP Tablet SP1 installed. I have subsequntly installed SP2 but I am not now offered WPA PSK as an authentication option for my home wireless router. Note that I used to have this option before the rebuild and it worked fine. ...

wireless connected but no packets recieved?

DJG - 13 Dec 2006 8:57 AM - 3 messages

i have managed to connect my laptop to the wireless network in the house. However it says it is connected and seems to be sending packets but recieving. Therefor internet connection is still not possible. Can anyone help? ...

Is an Unsecured WiFi Spot a Honeypot?

Tom - 13 Dec 2006 2:44 AM - 5 messages

Need some help in understanding the vulnerabilities of using a computer to access the Internet via an unsecured router. As I understand it the computer doing the accessing uses its access point hardware to make the connection. What sort of access does the ...

limited or no connectivity

Confused - 13 Dec 2006 1:05 AM - 2 messages

this is the message I am getting when trying to make a wireless connection. ...

Wireless versus Wired

Francis - 13 Dec 2006 12:35 AM - 3 messages

I heard that when you have both wired and wireless NIC's enabled and both are running, the system will default to the higher of the two connection speeds. Meaning, if my wifi tops out at 54 Mbps and the wired LAN is 100 Mbps, then I ...

Five 'Wireless' is too much for Printer Sharing?

Violet - 13 Dec 2006 12:30 AM - 5 messages

Hi: There are 4 PCs and one notebook in my household. Two of them are rarely used, a kind of 'back-up' computers for emergency. The Windows XP Home Edition for three and Media Center for Notebook and one PC, both of which were purchased ...

Recycle bin

Eyepodsteve - 12 Dec 2006 5:35 PM - 3 messages

Hi, I have just managed to link a laptop to my PC wirelessly (round of applause !!) but find that if I share My Documents and delete a file it doesn't go into either Recycle Bin. Is that right or have I missed checking a ...

Speed

Confused Student - 12 Dec 2006 5:09 PM - 2 messages

We are using 1 meg brodband and we are getting 59% worse speed than the average broadband, max speed of downloading data is at 62KB/s, average is 51KB/s. Is there any way atall to boost the speed or find out what is causing ...

Multiple connection and failover

Jim - 12 Dec 2006 3:51 PM - 3 messages

I would like to setup two wireless connections on my XP-Pro gaming computer. Each wireless connection is through a different router that connects to a different ISP. If one internet connection fails is XP smart enough to switch over to the other connection and keep the ...

Cisco IP NGN Enables End-to-End Digital Video and IPTV Service Delivery for 'Video 2.0

studiescircle - 12 Dec 2006 3:22 PM - 2 messages

Cisco IP NGN Enables End-to-End Digital Video and IPTV Service Delivery for 'Video 2.0 Global Carriers Select Cisco IP Next Generation Network Architecture for Carrier-Class, Intelligent Entertainment- Grade Video Solutions Today's video subscribers want choices, personalization, content ...

going wifi on NTL BROADBAND?

banjo - 12 Dec 2006 1:44 PM - 2 messages

anyone know if I can use a belking wireless router with "ntl cable internet" or do I need a different type/sort of router? ...

THE AWESOME DSL??????

tam77 - 12 Dec 2006 10:17 AM - 3 messages

I have recently been able to get a connection by DSL. I was so excited about this until I got it. It has been a terrible experience. The speed is not up to par and seems to be slower than dial up. I have two desktop PCs hooked up ...

Isolate network users

Gibgo - 12 Dec 2006 9:48 AM - 6 messages

Good day I need to know how is it possible to isolate certain PCs on the same hub/switch. The 2 sets of groups can be on 2 different domains/workgroups but should not share information at all! How is this possible on Windows XP Pro. ...

Networks sharing a frequency?

simonc - 12 Dec 2006 9:32 AM - 7 messages

My LAN is mostly cabled but I use a wireless connection for my laptop, so this is only in use occasionally. Twice in the last year my wireless connection has been inoperable, and I eventually solved the problem by changing the frequency of my Access Point. I also noticed on both occasions ...

Timer

RP - 12 Dec 2006 4:19 AM - 3 messages

Very happy using adhoc mode with three computers. Would be nice though if someone could write a utility to disable wirless netwok connection, based on time of day. ...

Can't Use WPA in Ad Hoc, only WEP...??? Help Please

Tom M - 11 Dec 2006 9:57 PM - 8 messages

Inspiron 6000, XP Pro, with Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection. Drivers and software just updated. I have successfully established an Ad Hoc wireless network between my computer and my wife's, for print and file sharing. Works fine.... BUT it ...

Wireless router Tips

loran - 11 Dec 2006 9:45 PM - 4 messages

What it the best way to completly lockdown an wireless router for home network. I want it so if someone what to get on that they would have a hard time getting in. I don't want to buy any software, but if i have to can you ...

2 NIC's One Laptop

reddoctor - 11 Dec 2006 7:20 PM - 2 messages

I have a networking dilema.. I have an XP box with one NIC which is connected to a hub and hub connected to the adsl-modem-router-wireless AP. i have 3 more laptops that have wireless adapters and so on. ...

Wireless hardware

Ramesh - 11 Dec 2006 10:08 AM - 14 messages

Hi, So far i have only setup a simple wireless router for internet access. I am considering setting up wifi in my office where we use around 10 laptops. what is the kind of hardware i will need to do this? We have two ...

Linksys print server problem!

Lunaray - 11 Dec 2006 9:07 AM - 3 messages

I have a wireless network using a Linksys wireless DSL router and a Linksys wireless print server (OS: XP Home) and after not using it for awhile, my printer stops working! I have everything configured for DHCP and what seems ...

Wireless USB adaptor

Xbl Jean-Paul - 11 Dec 2006 5:12 AM - 3 messages

My usb adaptor is connected and the driver is installed. I had not trouble with it for a while and now it does not work and I get a Code[10] device will not start message out of no where. How does that work out? ...

Wirelelss Zero Configuration Problem

Irish - 10 Dec 2006 10:44 PM - 7 messages

When I start my laptop I can connect to my home network but not to the Internet. That's because the wireless zero configuration service, even thought startup type is automatic, is stopped. When I start the service by running services.msc, click the wireless network tab in TCP/IP properties of ...

Wirless XP with 98SE dial-up

Doug - 10 Dec 2006 8:48 PM - 2 messages

I have a Dell laptop wireless WinXP. I have a desktop Win 98SE using a modem for dial-up service. I have a D-Link DWL-2100AP access point. Each computer can see one another and share files and share printer. What I cant do is ...

Wireless hookup

helpless - 10 Dec 2006 5:24 PM - 2 messages

The only way that I can hookup with my wireless router is through windows. I used to hoopup automatically everytime I turned on my computer. my other computers are automatic. ...

Wntipcfg Shows Wireless Adapter Only

Phil C. - 10 Dec 2006 2:33 PM - 4 messages

Hi. I just installed Wntipcfg to my Lenovo N100 laptop. When I run it (wireless disabled by switch on laptop), the drop down shows only my Intel Wireless adapter and not the Realtek wired adapter, the latter which happens ...

Help with error message w70n51.sys for Dell laptop

Joe - 10 Dec 2006 8:40 AM - 3 messages

Dell Latitude d600 laptop crashed and I received this message after filing an error report: Intel PRO/Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI adapter software (w70n51.sys) was created by Dell Inc.. Dell Inc. informed Microsoft that they have ...

Using Two Wireless Cards in One Computer

Dan - 10 Dec 2006 5:07 AM - 5 messages

I have two XP Home boxes, one wired and one wireless. The wired box has a printer that I'd like to share with the wireless box. However, the wireless box is a bridge to another network, and I've read that ...

Disconnected Network Cable

Network Issue - 10 Dec 2006 1:43 AM - 3 messages

I have a Dell M1710 that is currently connected to the internet through my wireless network. I am having a problem seeing the other computers on my network because my local area connection is saying my network cable is ...