Author Topic: My Internet is BROKE (Read 22738 times)

DFND-jimjim1 · « **on:** December 22, 2008, 03:36:28 PM »

On my laptop i always have internet...but today it just stoped.
I have it set beside my router, and it still says:

Quote from: Windows Vista

Windows cannot find any networks.

WHAT DO I DO!!!

Raptor · « **Reply #1 on:** December 22, 2008, 03:44:35 PM »

Find a network for it. Did you try looking behind the laptop?

My network sometimes crawls underneath a closet if I beat it too hard. I just lure it out with cookies again.

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #2 on:** December 22, 2008, 03:53:58 PM »

............
PLEASE HELP

Raptor · « **Reply #3 on:** December 22, 2008, 03:55:55 PM »

Okay, okay.

I take it that it was not behind the laptop?

Tell me, is your refrigerator running?

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #4 on:** December 22, 2008, 03:58:34 PM »

IF UR NOT GONNA HELP ME THEN DONT POST HERE

Raptor · « **Reply #5 on:** December 22, 2008, 04:00:49 PM »

But I WANT to help you! Every inch of my soul is crying out for me to help you!

Now tell me! is your refrigerator running? It might be very important!

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #6 on:** December 22, 2008, 04:05:11 PM »

YES

Quote from: The Future

Quote from: Raptor
Then you better go catch it!

Shark Fin 101 · « **Reply #7 on:** December 22, 2008, 05:01:08 PM »

You guys have me rolling on the floor.

Okay... down to business.

First: Can you find any other networks?
Second: Are the lights on your router blinking?

Try unplugging everything from the router and resetting it. Then try hooking up directly with a CAT-5 cable. Does that work?

If all else fails: eat the cookies before the network does. They're good. Especially the chocolate ones.

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #8 on:** December 22, 2008, 06:06:33 PM »

LOL
ok ill try that

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #9 on:** December 22, 2008, 06:08:03 PM »

No it say there r NO networks

and yes the lights r blinking

What ill do is connect the ethernet cord going to my xbox to my laptop and get the network then try the wireless.

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #10 on:** December 22, 2008, 06:21:54 PM »

Didn't work
Still says that there is none

Raptor · « **Reply #11 on:** December 23, 2008, 01:22:34 AM »

I just have a hard time believing that you're serious.

On what are you typing this and how did you secure the access console to your hyperdrive?

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #12 on:** December 23, 2008, 03:42:14 AM »

can you access the router configuration via a wired connection and double-check all wireless settings?

Make sure the router's antenna(s) are properly connected as well.

heh, it's ironic that my post was the only one aside the OP's that didn't include some sort of humour. (this statement notwithstanding)

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #13 on:** December 23, 2008, 10:55:17 AM »

Last time I messed with my router it broke...sooooo I don't think I'm gonna mess with it YET.

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #14 on:** December 23, 2008, 10:56:42 AM »

well, it doesn't seem to be working now...

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #15 on:** December 23, 2008, 11:09:45 AM »

Quote from: BC_Programmer on December 23, 2008, 10:56:42 AM

well, it doesn't seem to be working now...

LOL ... ya u got a point

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #16 on:** December 23, 2008, 11:30:49 AM »

actually- try rebooting the router. Usually an option in it's config pages; or just unplug it until it's lights turn off, then plug it back in.

Raptor · « **Reply #17 on:** December 23, 2008, 12:54:22 PM »

I wonder if your warp crystals might need replacing.

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #18 on:** December 23, 2008, 01:13:18 PM »

Quote from: Raptor on December 23, 2008, 12:54:22 PM

I wonder if your warp crystals might need replacing.

good point, I never thought of that one. I always just kind of bang'em together, sure, the captain THINKS I replaced them, but I just pocketed the 50 cents for the new crystals (which happen to just be replicated lego pieces).

Actually, this might be the reason the engines always seem to have problems when their needed most. Thankfully, those dumb engineers don't even know I haven't replaced a single crystal in over 10 years on any ship. So far, I've made almost 10 bucks, too.

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #19 on:** December 23, 2008, 01:36:00 PM »

WHAT?

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #20 on:** December 23, 2008, 01:37:45 PM »

Quote from: BC_Programmer

well, it doesn't seem to be working now...

Actually it does...its sending internet to my main computer and to my xbox 360 (using an ethernet cord)

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #21 on:** December 23, 2008, 01:39:37 PM »

well- I meant the wireless functionality, of course- could have been disabled somehow; or a setting got messed up.

Raptor · « **Reply #22 on:** December 23, 2008, 01:41:14 PM »

Did you try resetting your router yet?

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #23 on:** December 23, 2008, 01:48:29 PM »

Quote from: BC_Programmer

well- I meant the wireless functionality, of course- could have been disabled somehow; or a setting got messed up.

I no its not messed up from when I set it up because I had internet...and I dont mess with it so i dont think its disabled

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #24 on:** December 23, 2008, 01:55:33 PM »

Quote from: DFND-jimjim1 on December 22, 2008, 06:08:03 PM

No it say there r NO networks

Assuming the laptop's Wifi is still working properly- it's the router.

troubleshooting these types of problems only start out with guesswork. it narrows down as we get more information. In this case, unless another wireless device is connecting to the router with no problem, the router's wireless functionality has been impaired. The quickest solution is to simply reset the router. Most routers have a reset button on their rump.

Also: I just had a thought- you haven't changed the settings... but what wireless security have you implemented?

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #25 on:** December 23, 2008, 02:23:20 PM »

Quote from: BC_Programmer

~~I just had a thought- you haven't changed the settings... but~~ what wireless security have you implemented?

I don't know what security I have, but I know I have security set to "Higher Security".

Update: This post now =

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #26 on:** December 23, 2008, 02:30:14 PM »

Quote from: DFND-jimjim1 on December 23, 2008, 02:23:20 PM

Quote from: BC_Programmer
~~I just had a thought- you haven't changed the settings... but~~ what wireless security have you implemented?

I don't know what security I have, but I know I have security set to "Higher Security".

Update: This post now =

WEP? WPA? WPA2?

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #27 on:** December 23, 2008, 02:31:27 PM »

Raptor · « **Reply #28 on:** December 23, 2008, 02:31:53 PM »

Can you make a screenshot of your wireless software?

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #29 on:** December 23, 2008, 02:32:19 PM »

or even better; just reboot the router.

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #30 on:** December 23, 2008, 02:35:59 PM »

I no how but I dont know what to open to get that

Raptor · « **Reply #31 on:** December 23, 2008, 02:37:51 PM »

Quote from: DFND-jimjim1 on December 23, 2008, 02:35:59 PM

I no how but I dont know what to open to get that

The little wireless icon in the system tray. What brand of Wireless card do you have?

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #32 on:** December 23, 2008, 02:40:37 PM »

I dont c it

Raptor · « **Reply #33 on:** December 23, 2008, 02:41:32 PM »

Quote from: DFND-jimjim1 on December 23, 2008, 02:40:37 PM

I dont c it

Make a screenshot of your desktop and programs folder in the start bar and post it here.

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #34 on:** December 23, 2008, 02:42:49 PM »

OK but how do i put the pic in this fourm

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #35 on:** December 23, 2008, 02:43:33 PM »

just for clarification you are to do this on the laptop, not the desktop computer.

Raptor · « **Reply #36 on:** December 23, 2008, 02:44:29 PM »

Quote from: DFND-jimjim1 on December 23, 2008, 02:42:49 PM

OK but how do i put the pic in this fourm

Upload it to http://imageshack.us/

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #37 on:** December 23, 2008, 02:53:14 PM »

When I save it it saves but when i go to look for it to upload it its not there (i saved it as a JPEG)

Raptor · « **Reply #38 on:** December 23, 2008, 02:54:49 PM »

Quote from: DFND-jimjim1 on December 23, 2008, 02:53:14 PM

When I save it it saves but when i go to look for it to upload it its not there (i saved it as a JPEG)

you must be putting it in the wrong folder. Just create a folder on your desktop and save it into that folder. You can't miss it that way.

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #39 on:** December 23, 2008, 03:06:12 PM »

Raptor · « **Reply #40 on:** December 23, 2008, 03:08:07 PM »

Ok, that didn't quite go as it should. Try it again.

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #41 on:** December 23, 2008, 03:08:46 PM »

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Raptor · « **Reply #42 on:** December 23, 2008, 03:18:23 PM »

Wait, put back that last link again.

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #43 on:** December 23, 2008, 03:19:50 PM »

There

Raptor · « **Reply #44 on:** December 23, 2008, 03:21:17 PM »

Quote from: DFND-jimjim1 on December 23, 2008, 03:19:50 PM

There

Ok, you didn't make a screenshot of "all programs' which would have been useful.
You also have a crapload of programs running in the background that are hard to identify.
My guess is that the 9th, the computer with the parachute and exclamanation mark may have something to do with your wireless card. Open it and see what it says.

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #45 on:** December 23, 2008, 03:23:34 PM »

Im not using wrieless on this computer

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #46 on:** December 23, 2008, 03:26:18 PM »

When i roll my mouse over that icon it says:

Quote from: Windows XP

Computer unabled to communicate with APC battery backup.

I have a battery backup incase the power goes out and i now no its not working lol

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #47 on:** December 23, 2008, 03:26:51 PM »

probably should have copied the forum bbcode... regardless- the third system tray icon from the right is your network status, which appears to be wired. Why are you trying to diagnose the laptops wireless issue with your desktop? (If you are running SP1 or Non-SP XP I apologize since the icon will look the same)

On another note, you have WAY WAY WAY too many system tray notification icons... this means you have a lot of background programs running. I, for example, have four at the moment. MSN messenger, the "safely remove" icon, volume control, and taskSwitchXP Pro.

If you are willing we could help you remove the cruft, but for now- as I said before, this appears to be a screenshot of your desktop PC, not the laptop encountering issues (correct me if I'm wrong).

Quote from: DFND-jimjim1 on December 23, 2008, 03:23:34 PM

Im not using wrieless on this computer

well, that would explain why it's wireless connection doesn't work.

the screenshot we want would be the computer experiencing problems. Since you refuse to reboot the router and almost certainly put a end to this whole mess, we can go no further in resolving a router issue. As such, we can only assume (read:hope) that the laptop's wireless perhaps has a problem.

Raptor · « **Reply #48 on:** December 23, 2008, 03:27:43 PM »

Quote from: DFND-jimjim1 on December 23, 2008, 03:26:18 PM

When i roll my mouse over that icon it says:
Quote from: Windows XP
Computer unabled to communicate with APC battery backup.

I have a battery backup incase the power goes out and i now no its not working lol

Ah, that makes sense. Ok, can you get a screenshot of the computer that DOES use wireless?
Make sure you open the "Program" list and also make sure that the system tray is fully expanded.

I am going to assume that you did NOT shut down the program.

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #49 on:** December 23, 2008, 03:29:49 PM »

1) What program?
2) Ok, umm how am I supposed to post a pic on my computer that does not have internet?

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #50 on:** December 23, 2008, 03:33:29 PM »

Quote from: DFND-jimjim1 on December 23, 2008, 03:29:49 PM

2) Ok, umm how am I supposed to post a pic on my computer that does not have internet?

get the image, and then copy it to removable media which you then place into the internet connected machine. Or, if available, use the ethernet plug on the laptop.

In the same vein, however- How are we supposed to diagnose problems with the laptop with screenshots of your desktop machine?

Raptor · « **Reply #51 on:** December 23, 2008, 03:34:45 PM »

Quote from: DFND-jimjim1 on December 23, 2008, 03:29:49 PM

1) What program?
2) Ok, umm how am I supposed to post a pic on my computer that does not have internet?

1. No program, just unfold the program list in the start menu that says "All programs" or something similar so I can see a list of installed programs
2. I'd put it on a diskette.

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #52 on:** December 23, 2008, 03:39:24 PM »

OK ill use an ethernet off my xbox

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #53 on:** December 23, 2008, 03:42:38 PM »

OK umm im going some where...so i might not post for a bit
Ill be posting at about 7:00ish
but i cant get that screenshot untill like 9:00 cuase i wont have my laptop untill 9:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS

Raptor · « **Reply #54 on:** December 23, 2008, 04:21:13 PM »

Ok, don't do anything I wouldn't do.

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #55 on:** December 23, 2008, 04:29:40 PM »

Quote from: DFND-jimjim1 on December 23, 2008, 03:42:38 PM

OK umm im going some where...so i might not post for a bit
Ill be posting at about 7:00ish
but i cant get that screenshot untill like 9:00 cuase i wont have my laptop untill 9:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS

Don't go. every second without you is unbearable agony.

9:00 does work for me; I can fit you in wednesday at about 8 AM... Oh wait- I've got a appointment with my hoo.. I mean, roxanne- (I know, it's a bit early, but their morning rates are great). They've even got an no-STD guarantee. where was I? Oh yes... so not 8:00 AM- I can fit you in at 8:05, I'll be done by then.

patio · « **Reply #56 on:** December 23, 2008, 04:48:00 PM »

Since it's the Holidays around 6:32 GMT on Saturday the 27th should be good for me...
Let's hook up OK ? ?

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #57 on:** December 23, 2008, 04:49:51 PM »

Raptor, does that jive with your schedule?

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #58 on:** December 23, 2008, 05:25:49 PM »

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #59 on:** December 23, 2008, 05:29:15 PM »

Well, if your going to be like that; I'll just book another "appointment"

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #60 on:** December 23, 2008, 05:31:50 PM »

Quote from: DFND-jimjim1

NO

patio · « **Reply #61 on:** December 23, 2008, 05:44:33 PM »

Quote from: BC_Programmer on December 23, 2008, 04:49:51 PM

Raptor, does that jive with your schedule?

He was asking about Raptor's schedule...
Just hang on there DFND until we can assemble a proper posse'

And who's "me" ? ?
How can you quote "me" when that's not what i said ? ?
I'm confused...BC a little help here willya ? ?

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #62 on:** December 23, 2008, 05:46:19 PM »

No we cant

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #63 on:** December 23, 2008, 05:48:18 PM »

Quote from: patio on December 23, 2008, 05:44:33 PM

And who's "me" ? ?
How can you quote "me" when that's not what i said ? ?
I'm confused...BC a little help here willya ? ?

No no no, you got it all wrong, he was quoting me. but wait, I never said that. Unless it was me in a previous lifetime. dear god.

patio · « **Reply #64 on:** December 23, 2008, 05:48:20 PM »

We can't what ? ?

And no BC it clearly states he was quoting "me"...
That's why i recruited your assistance...

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #65 on:** December 23, 2008, 07:27:26 PM »

Ok, Raptor this is my Start menu with All Programs,I'll post the little bar in corner of screen soon

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #66 on:** December 23, 2008, 07:31:05 PM »

And here is the other one

Raptor · « **Reply #67 on:** December 24, 2008, 04:22:35 AM »

Quote from: BC_Programmer on December 23, 2008, 04:49:51 PM

Raptor, does that jive with your schedule?

For my main man Jimmy I've always got an open spot in my busy agenda.

Raptor · « **Reply #68 on:** December 24, 2008, 04:23:43 AM »

Quote from: DFND-jimjim1 on December 23, 2008, 07:31:05 PM

And here is the other one

I can't see any evidence of wireless software installed.

I'm guessing you're using the Windows Vista zero wireless configuration?

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #69 on:** December 24, 2008, 07:46:10 AM »

I never installed any wireless softwere on my laptop but it always worked
On my main computer i did (i set up the router on my main comp)

Raptor · « **Reply #70 on:** December 24, 2008, 07:48:01 AM »

Ok. So did you try rebooting the router yet?

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #71 on:** December 27, 2008, 12:01:45 PM »

No I didnt, but i just turned on my laptop and i had internet, i wasnt geting signal but now i am and i didnt touch any thing

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #72 on:** December 28, 2008, 09:42:22 AM »

I bet moving that giant block of lead out of the way helped.

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #73 on:** December 28, 2008, 04:24:22 PM »

...lol...

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #74 on:** December 31, 2008, 04:39:58 PM »

Now its not working

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #75 on:** January 01, 2009, 01:18:38 AM »

have u stoped helping me

patio · « **Reply #76 on:** January 01, 2009, 10:44:30 AM »

I believe Raptor is away for awhile....
What have you tried exactly and try to provide more info than just one-liners...

DAan · « **Reply #77 on:** January 04, 2009, 01:03:49 AM »

very nice sitcom

DFND-jimjim1 · « **Reply #78 on:** January 07, 2009, 08:27:34 AM »

Now it is working...

$:-\$

triad_cowboy · « **Reply #79 on:** January 11, 2009, 08:01:38 PM »

Quote from: DFND-jimjim1 on December 22, 2008, 03:36:28 PM

On my laptop i always have internet...but today it just stoped.
I have it set beside my router, and it still says:
Quote from: Windows Vista
Windows cannot find any networks.

WHAT DO I DO!!!

Have you try resetting the router by uplugging it for short period of time say maybe 60 seconds or so?

patio · « **Reply #80 on:** January 11, 2009, 08:52:08 PM »

This was suggested 3 weeks ago...

BC_Programmer · « **Reply #81 on:** January 11, 2009, 09:03:05 PM »

Quote from: patio on January 11, 2009, 08:52:08 PM

This was suggested 3 weeks ago...

more then once, by more then one person.

Basically,

Quote from: DFND-jimjim1 on January 01, 2009, 01:18:38 AM

have u stoped helping me

I have.

If you aren't going to even attempt to follow half of the advice given or even give a godd reason why not, and simply while and complain about something not working without so much as any background information as to the state of things when it did/didn't work, then there is no reason for anybody to waste their time trying to convince you how to fix your own machine.

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