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| Thread ID: 52445 | 2004-12-19 08:57:00 | Ethernet port on computer | tedheath (537) | Press F1 |
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| 305579 | 2004-12-19 08:57:00 | A few weeks ago I tried to get my Xtra asdl DSL 302G modem going on ethernet port for my new broadband connection. Couldnt get it to work although the ethernet led was lit. Plugged it into usb port and it worked. I only have 2 usb ports so I need to get the modem going on ethernet. Even though I have mentioned ethernet a few times I have no idea what it is. If I have the ethernet female port in my computer does that mean it is hooked up internaly? is the fact the green led lit mean that the ethernet is live or just that a cable is plugged into it? I have w98se the computer is a amd 900 mb in a macrocom box. Also how long can an ethernet cable be before there are losses. Thanks tedheath |
tedheath (537) | ||
| 305580 | 2004-12-19 09:22:00 | A few weeks ago I tried to get my Xtra asdl DSL 302G modem going on ethernet port for my new broadband connection. Couldnt get it to work although the ethernet led was lit. Plugged it into usb port and it worked. I only have 2 usb ports so I need to get the modem going on ethernet. Even though I have mentioned ethernet a few times I have no idea what it is. A tcpi lan network in house, very minature internet. Ethernet card/Lan card/Network card, same thing === If I have the ethernet female port in my computer does that mean it is hooked up internaly? A Its physically there, but may not be set up. ===== is the fact the green led lit mean that the ethernet is live or just that a cable is plugged into it? A Means we have a live connection between card and externall device. ==== I have w98se the computer is a amd 900 mb in a macrocom box. A 98 is not the most user friendly to learn lan setup on. Before you try to do the router thing, you may be better getting 2 units to communicate, then you can add the router knowing all works otherwise you have more variables IMHO. ========== Also how long can an ethernet cable be before there are losses. A Over 93 ft/30m app can lead to issues ==== Thanks tedheath D. |
drb1 (4492) | ||
| 305581 | 2004-12-19 09:29:00 | If the led light was on then your ethernet plug is live but you will have to set it up to work. Win98 is not so user friendly as XP but can still be done. You are best to go to a networking website such as http://www.wown1.com/ and check out the Win98 section. | berryb (99) | ||
| 305582 | 2004-12-19 09:30:00 | A few weeks ago I tried to get my Xtra asdl DSL 302G modem going on ethernet port for my new broadband connection. Couldnt get it to work although the ethernet led was lit. Thanks tedheath You need to set up the connection in the Network properties so that the IP addresses are on the same range. Your modem will be set for a certain IP address maybe something like 192.168.1.1 or 10.10.0.1 and your Ethernet card needs its IP in the same range. So you would set it for 192.168.1.2 in the first case or 10.10.0.2 in the second. Cant remember how it's done in Win98 but should be under properties for the network card TCP/IP settings. Cables can be quite long. I have seen one 30 meters with no problems and I think they can go 100 meters but it all depends on the quality of the cable and what noise sources are around it. |
Big John (551) | ||
| 305583 | 2004-12-19 09:31:00 | Windows 98 is quite easy to set up in actual fact, just no where near as easy as Windows XP. Based on my Windows 95 days, all you have to do is ... maybe it's best if the site tell you... | Growly (6) | ||
| 305584 | 2004-12-19 09:38:00 | Are you using a dynamic or static IP? Your IP should be dynamically assigned by the router . You should be able to open up a browser window, type in the routers IP, most probably 192 . 168 . 1 . 1, and have access to the web based frontend to the router To check to see if your IP address is being assigned dynamically do this: Open up Control Panel and double click on "Network Connections" . Select "TCP/IP" and click properties . (Do not select "TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter" ) Ensure that "Obtain an IP address automatically" is selected, click OK Reboot Try accesign the internet again, and if it still doesn't work: Check to see if the router is switched on Ensure that both ends of the ethernet cable are plugged in Make sure that you are using a standard "patch" cable and not a crossover cable . |
b1naryb0y (3) | ||
| 305585 | 2004-12-19 09:41:00 | ... or don't go to the site. Make sure that the LAN configuration of the router is correct, and is in the same IP range as the computer itself. I.E. (IIRC) The LAN interface is 10.1.1.1, with netmask of 255.0.0.0, so you would make your computer 10.1.1.3 with a netmask of 255.0.0.0 (not 10.1.1.2, because IIRC that's the address of the other 302G interface: the USB port) |
Growly (6) | ||
| 305586 | 2004-12-19 09:48:00 | Does the DSL 302G modem use a patch or crossover cable? Best to use the cable that came with the modem, that way you know you have the correct one. | berryb (99) | ||
| 305587 | 2004-12-19 10:40:00 | ========== Also how long can an ethernet cable be before there are losses. A Over 93 ft/30m app can lead to issues ==== Umm nope - Cat5 is certified to 100m or so before complications arise. |
ninja (1671) | ||
| 305588 | 2004-12-19 10:56:00 | Umm nope - Cat5 is certified to 100m or so before complications arise. All the knoweledge you have, all the help you could give, and this is your contribution. What a waste of space. D. |
drb1 (4492) | ||
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