rob'sbus
03-18-2004, 06:34 PM
This is my first post but I've been lurking on this site in search of assistance at how to hook up my network. It seems that everyone here really knows what they're doing, and I apologize if some of my questions are stupid or if I leave out any crucial info.
I have a desktop computer running Win XP and I just purchased a Sony laptop with an integrated 802.11g card in hopes of networking wirelessly. I also purchased a DLinks 802.11g wireless router. I have high speed cable for internet. My desktop did not have an ethernet port so I installed on last night.
I ran my ethernet line from my internet cable modem to the back of the router (I think in a slot called WAN). I then ran an ethernet line from the router to the back of the computer into my newly-installed ethernet port. Unfortunately I'm not connecting to the internet now. I tried to use the installation CD from the router and pull up the internet and type in the required ip code. However, it just says the address can't be found.
I assume my problems stem from not setting up the software properly. The only time my internet connection allows me to put in the router's ip is when I unhook the router from the desktop.
Someone please help as I'm considering jumping out my first story office window and twisting my ankle. Thanks.
I have a desktop computer running Win XP and I just purchased a Sony laptop with an integrated 802.11g card in hopes of networking wirelessly. I also purchased a DLinks 802.11g wireless router. I have high speed cable for internet. My desktop did not have an ethernet port so I installed on last night.
I ran my ethernet line from my internet cable modem to the back of the router (I think in a slot called WAN). I then ran an ethernet line from the router to the back of the computer into my newly-installed ethernet port. Unfortunately I'm not connecting to the internet now. I tried to use the installation CD from the router and pull up the internet and type in the required ip code. However, it just says the address can't be found.
I assume my problems stem from not setting up the software properly. The only time my internet connection allows me to put in the router's ip is when I unhook the router from the desktop.
Someone please help as I'm considering jumping out my first story office window and twisting my ankle. Thanks.