On 8 Feb 2007 16:07:32 -0800, eric@webercs.com wrote:

>> I am NOT using WEP or NW Authentification.
(...)
>> I have the password (key) for my daughters wifi, but my laptop
>> refuses to connect.

>Hmm - probably not a WEP issue - since the author stated that they are
>not using WEP.

Maybe exept that one would not need a "password" to connect to the
WGR614 if some form of encryption were enabled. So, is WEP or WPA
encryption enabled?

I just had a nasty little battle with a WGR614v6 (not the latest).
Nothing worked right. Slow downloads, erratic packet loss, flakey
wireless, and even a dead LAN port. I clue was that the office also
had a dead Efficient 5360 DSL modem, a failing Panasonic fax machine,
and the copier repair person arrived while I was working. Hmmm...
Power line glitch fried some hardware.

Lacking anything better to try, I managed to re-flash the firmware in
the WGR614v6 with the latest version. Like magic, everything fixed
itself except the dead LAN port. Oh well. I replaced the DSL modem
and all was well.

Reading the original question, it's not clear whether the desktop with
the WG311 PCI card functions correctly. If so, it's unlikely that
there's anything wrong with the WGR614 (version number???) except
perhaps antique firmware. However, if the desktop also fails to
connect, then the router should be suspect.

Assuming that the desktop works, then the problem is probably with the
unspecified model Compaq laptop. My guess is simple configuration and
the usual muddle with encryption keys, profiles, settings,
authentication, etc. Also, Windoze Wireless Zero Config versus the
Netgear client manager. I like John's idea. Go to a free coffee shop
(no encryption) and see if it works. Don't bother with the neighbors
wireless access points as they're probably encrypted.

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