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jessed · 12-03-2001, 11:48 AM

Well, this is truly interesting. I was able to fix the problem last time, though I have no idea how I did so. I got so frustrated that I reinstalled Windows, which didn't help, but after messing around with Network Neighborhood and Device Manager I somehow managed to get a connection. It held out until last night, when the exact same thing happened. What could possibly be causing this is beyond me - I've had a few friends come over to help me, and they were both stumped. Both have had jobs in this field, so they are by no means novices.

Anyways, thanks for the replies. I'll try to further clarify the problem in hopes that one of you geniuses can figure it out.

Floppyman - My IP address is valid (the same one as before the problems began). RE pinging websites via the DOS prompt ... I don't know what this is or how to do it. I cannot see my roommates' computers, even though we are networked through the same hub and part of the same network. They cannot see me either.

Hal - I use McAfee virus scan and it shows no viruses. I also use Zone Alarm (at least I do when my connection is actually working!).

azscary - There are two other computers which use the same cable connection that I do. Both of these computers are connected (I'm using one to write this). Believe me, it isn't the cable company, the hub, or my cable - it is my computer.

MADMAC - Yes, TCP/IP is bound to my card (Linksys Etherfast 10/100 LAN card). If I click OK, OK it does not show updating device database. Should it? My IP address shows as 24.124.x.x (both xs are between 0 and 255). I have released and then renewed a few times, and it hasn't helped.

Again, thanks all for the help, and good luck (for my sake).

12-03-2001, 11:48 AM	#6
jessed Member (6 bit) Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 32	Well, this is truly interesting. I was able to fix the problem last time, though I have no idea how I did so. I got so frustrated that I reinstalled Windows, which didn't help, but after messing around with Network Neighborhood and Device Manager I somehow managed to get a connection. It held out until last night, when the exact same thing happened. What could possibly be causing this is beyond me - I've had a few friends come over to help me, and they were both stumped. Both have had jobs in this field, so they are by no means novices. Anyways, thanks for the replies. I'll try to further clarify the problem in hopes that one of you geniuses can figure it out. Floppyman - My IP address is valid (the same one as before the problems began). RE pinging websites via the DOS prompt ... I don't know what this is or how to do it. I cannot see my roommates' computers, even though we are networked through the same hub and part of the same network. They cannot see me either. Hal - I use McAfee virus scan and it shows no viruses. I also use Zone Alarm (at least I do when my connection is actually working!). azscary - There are two other computers which use the same cable connection that I do. Both of these computers are connected (I'm using one to write this). Believe me, it isn't the cable company, the hub, or my cable - it is my computer. MADMAC - Yes, TCP/IP is bound to my card (Linksys Etherfast 10/100 LAN card). If I click OK, OK it does not show updating device database. Should it? My IP address shows as 24.124.x.x (both xs are between 0 and 255). I have released and then renewed a few times, and it hasn't helped. Again, thanks all for the help, and good luck (for my sake).