Wireless connection-not secured.

Okay, I think your lingo is to turn off all of the computers {or do you mean unhook everyones connection power?} and then rehook everything.

I do this here at the main computer now and again, unhooking the power to the modem and the linksys. I replug the modem in after a few minutes, let the lights blink then become solid. Then, after a few minutes plug back in the linksys. Yes. I've talked to Cox Cable and took notes. :D

Thanks for the help you guys. I don't like just letting the kids take care of all of this because then I don't know what they've done.

Another route to try is, when you see the pop up, do the following:

1) Open a command prompt (should be an option in the Start menu. If not, select "Run..." and type "cmd")

2) At the prompt, enter "ipconfig /release". You should see some info scroll by, a few lines that end with "0.0.0.0"

3) Once you have the prompt again, enter "ipconfig /renew" You'll see the same info scroll again, this time with actual number (e.g. '192.168.2.56" and "255.255.255.0") instead of 0's.

Close the command prompt by typing "exit"

That might do some good.


ETA: and shame on you for having unsecured wirless access. Go find manuals for setting up access to secure networks for all the devices you connect (it all should be available online if you don't have them at your fingertips) and secure your network!

Thanks GD, I will have to remember that trick. :snap:

I know, 30 lashings with a wet noodle.

The kids were going to secure it recently but there was a problem with
getting the PSP to get on? I can't remember if they only allow so many addresses?

Before his systems, we have 3 computers and 1 XBox. I will have to ask the kids. They know so much more than I do. :rolleyes:

I haven't yet, I'm in North County. But it looks worth the drive to check it out.

I still can't find my iPod charger which means my USB cable is missing as well and I can't update my iPod.

Who hid it!

I secured my network - but for some reason after that it would bump me off the wireless about every two hours and I'd have to re-boot the modem. Took the security off and it never happens. Dunno what I did wrong.

It was me! Weather hexing, cable hiding -- I do it all!

I cut myself bad at work...

Got a big ole bandage wrapped around my leg, and a tetanus shot - good times :)

Ouch!
Got too close to Jaws, did we?

:D

I am embarrassed to admit I live thisclose to the place. I've only seen it on the news.

{okay, abou this close}

Ouchie!! I hope you are alright CoasterMatt!! That you had to get a tetanus shot? Any stitches??