Re: WiFi connected, but no internet!

ChrisTheRockGod wrote:
> I have connected my laptop to my wireless router, showing excellent
> signal strength and maximum kb/ps, but have NO connection whatsoever.
> It says it is connected, and claims there is a connection to the
> internet, when clearly...there isn't.
>
> I cannot get onto the internet, instant messenger, check email,
> nothing!
> The network key/pass phrase is correct, as it accepts and connects. I
> can connect to other routers in the area that are not security enabled,
> from which I get a connection. But I don't like stealing other people's
> internet.
>
> I am totally stumped.
> Any suggestions?
>
> Any replies sorely appreciated,
> Thanks,
> Chris.
>
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Can one of your other PCs, one that has a wired connection to the router,
get to the 'net? Or, if you -- for whatever reason -- are running a WiFi
link between your only PC and the 'net, can that PC get to the 'net if you
use a wired link to the router instead of WiFi? It is a good idea to get
a wired link working first, since wireless links add lots of complexity.

After you get a wired link working, if wireless still doesn't, it is time
to review the router's multitudinous params, looking for the one that is
causing the blockage. Typical SOHO routers have lots of mechanisms that
can prevent wireless nodes from getting to the 'net. For starters, you
should reset the router to its defaults and set the PC to be a DHCP client;
then run CMD and type IPCONFIG/ALL in the CMD window to verify that your
PC has been assigned a valid IPA and mask.
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Cheers, Bob