Orinoco and XP - dropping connection

[Denman007]

Hello.

Since upgrading to XP yesterday(from w98), my Orinoco USB Silver is dropping connection from my SMC 7000awbr wireless router. I used the drivers from 6/6/2002 that Orinoco suggested for Win XP.

Is this a known issue?

I have a laptop, running w98, that has a Orinoco Silver PCI card which isn't dropping connection. So I am assuming it's a problem with the USB adapter or the driver.

Any ideas on what to try? Thanks.

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[Greenstead]

There has been a long running problem between XP wireless zero configuration (such as the Orinoco uses) and all routers based on Prism II technology. All were cured as far as I know by firmware upgrades in the router. If this is your problem check with SMC for the latest router firmware.

[Denman007]

Green,

Correct you are.

You think SMC tech support would have mentioned that yesterday when I spoke to them. I specifcally asked if there is any software, ect, that I need.

I discovered the firmware update after searching on google for about a half hour and going to smc.com.

Thanks!

[Greenstead]

OK, good to hear.

Good Luck.