re: can't use dsl connection through router
Sunday, December 30, 2007 at 8:52 am
Windows 2000 Annoyances Discussion Forum
Posted by Steve Dunn
(925 messages posted)
So router is obviously working - both as router and switch (if MACs can connect to
internet through it). Does the modem have an ethernet connector? (you said you plugged
it directly into Dell and it worked. If you're using same connector for direct connection
as for connection via router, it makes no sense that you're getting status not connected
via the router. DHCP settings wouldn't affect that - if wrong, you'd get a limited
connectivity, but not connected means windows doesn't think there's a cable plugged
in - or cable isn't connected to anything at other end. Presume you've tried different
cables? Suggest replacing network card in Dell - or adding one if its onboard - cards
are very inexpensive.
On Saturday, December 29, 2007 at 11:52 am, Pete wrote:
>I just inherited an old Dell with 2000 Pro installed. I have att/sbc yahoo dsl,
>and I pulled out a wired router from storage to share the connection with my Mac.
> I plug everything in, and the Mac has no problem surfing, but no joy for the Dell.
> It has the status of network cable not connected. However, if I plug the modem
>directly into the Dell, I'm connected to the internet. I've also connected 2 other
>Mac laptops with no problems. I'm guessing my software settings are off, but I
think
>I've chosen dhcp. What have I missed?
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