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Thread ID: 94807	2008-11-12 23:03:00	Xtra Broadband and Belkin Router	Bussani (14313)	Press F1

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719911	2008-11-12 23:03:00	I'm having some trouble right now, though I'm not sure whether it's the router or just Xtra goofing up . Every now and then, usually when I'm downloading files or loading a video, my Internet will just freeze up . I still get a dial tone on the phone and I can still access the router's options, even wirelessly, but the Internet is just dead until I reset the router it seems . There have been times in the past that I've had to reset the modem or something after the Internet's been down, but this isn't anywhere near that rare . My router is a Belkin Wireless G . Right now I'm accessing it exclusively using the wireless, since my main PC is out of action . I'll try checking for firmware updates, but I thought I'd ask for opinions here and see if anyone else with Xtra is having similar problems . Thanks in advance .	Bussani (14313)
719912	2008-11-12 23:25:00	I have the same router with the same problem. It needs to be reset when it drops the internet connection - not sure of w workaround sorry. We are on Telstra cable internet - so it's nothing to do with the ISP.	jwil1 (65)
719913	2008-11-13 03:57:00	I have the same router with the same problem. It needs to be reset when it drops the internet connection - not sure of w workaround sorry. We are on Telstra cable internet - so it's nothing to do with the ISP. Hm, that's interesting. Thanks for the reply. It seems there are no firmware updates for the router. I guess I'll check with Xtra next and see what they say (but of course, they'll probably just blame the router). Edit: I thought I'd add that we do have two routers in the same house. Each is connected to a seperate phone line, seperate account and they each operate on different wireless channels though, so I don't think they'd be causing each other any trouble.	Bussani (14313)
719914	2008-11-13 07:51:00	I also have a Belkin router and have to reboot it quite often some days Except Im with Orcon Maybe it is the router	Myth (110)
719915	2008-11-13 18:47:00	I'm pretty sure it's the router - it's Belkin - see previous posts in this regard. I had one, had the same problems, changed routers and I've yet to experience any major problem. Therefore - for peace of mind get rid of the router. There are also no updated firmware available so your problem will continue. Wratterus - had any joy playing with that router? sarel	sarel (2490)
719916	2008-11-13 22:34:00	Thanks Sarel. Any recommendations for a replacement?	Bussani (14313)
719917	2008-11-14 00:52:00	I went wireless with Telecom (my ISP) and use their wireless D-Link (I think). Once the setup problems were sorted no problems. Really happy with it (touch wood) Linksys seems to be very good. sarel	sarel (2490)
719918	2008-11-24 02:00:00	Well, I got myself a Linksys Gateway + Wireless Router and hooked it up. Seems to be going okay for the moment, but it did get very hot, very fast. Is that normal/healthy?	Bussani (14313)
719919	2008-11-24 03:58:00	Linksys is the best router what ever you get from ur isp disregard it and buy your own linksys unless you are joining xnet which supply a linksys router with your connection. The heat happens as its very humid now as long as the routers on something hard like wood or so not on paper etc... Its all good	Silver_Blade (10144)
719920	2008-11-24 06:00:00	I have the same router with the same problem. It needs to be reset when it drops the internet connection - not sure of w workaround sorry. We are on Telstra cable internet - so it's nothing to do with the ISP.Don't waste your time... I tried for ages and then finally gave up on my Belkin router Have now bought a Linksys WAG200G WAG200G from Computer Lounge ... $120 No more stress from pages that don't load or don't load properly ... priceless :D	Myth (110)
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