Linksys router - minor problem - Page 2

Raistlin · 25-04-2005, 19:58

Np.

jonifen · 25-04-2005, 20:28

Used to get this problem myself. Disabling DHCP and using a static IP didn't fix it. I carried on regardless and used to put up with it. My partner's PC (also XP) did the same thing.
I got fed up with my PC error-ing on silly things, so reinstalled it afresh. Never had the issue since, so I reinstalled my partner's PC too... again, never had the issue since (now I've said this, bet the problem returns on next reboot... bah!)

Bit of an extreme fix perhaps, but it did resolve the issue for me - We were using a BEFSR41 at the time...

Chris W · 25-04-2005, 20:38

which firmware do you have on the router? I had the same problem with it, and found a firmware that fixed it (can't remember which one it was but i'll check when i'm home...)

Also are you hammering the router with a large number of simultaneous connections? I found this router has a tendency to panic and fall over if you do.

hairy_mick · 25-04-2005, 22:49

i have a similar problem i have a actiontec wireless 11g router has been working perfect for months its connected to a hub which feeds hard wired points the main pc being connected to one of these i could connect my laptop and ipaq wifi no problem. Yesterday lost all internet access checked my ip and it was **.***.**.253 only a temp address as if not reqed rang tec support and they got me back on but thats only when direct connection to modem will not work on actiontec or netgear cable/dsl router the action tec internet light remains red whats going on.

bertJ · 26-04-2005, 18:05

I've now disabled the winxp firewall and set up Zone Alarm. I've had no more problems since!

Raistlin · 26-04-2005, 18:11

Glad you got it sorted.

Watch ZA though, it can play silly buggers with your setup (especially with a router).

If you start getting problems post back and let us know, sometimes ZA needs more than the standard tweaking. For the moment though, if it aint broke.....