Goddamn it, networking prob

[rmed64]

Ok, i used to connect to the internet through a cable modem using USB. I have my new pc built so we have 2 pcs now. Im trying to get the network set up...I installed the NIC, plugged everything in easily. The internet (WAN) is connected as well as the LAN. But when i configure it the WAN has no properties (no ip, dns). I use cable so i selected dynamic ip, and auto obtain ip address is on. i tried the cloning of the MAC address, but i dont know what is wrong. In internet connections, the internet connection is connected and so is the LAN connection, but i cant browse the internet or anything.

 

[Nocturnal]

Ok, what operating system are you running. Do you have a router or are you using Internet Connection Sharing on both computers? Does one computer have dual NICs so that you can run ICS?

 

[Colebert]

why don't try to plug the cable modem into the computer directly via ethernet? set your TCP/IP properties to DHCP and see if you connect. Try power cycling the modem after you connect.

Am I correct to assume you're using ICS instead of a full-bird hardware router? If so, maybe you should consider getting one of those. ICS is junk and a cop out.

In my experience, the USB interface on cable modems is junk and a cop out, also.

 

[JackMDS]

May be this can Help.

Link to: AnandTech - FAQ. Basic Options for Internet Connection Sharing

Link to: AnandTech - FAQ. Hubs, routers, switches, DSL, LANs, WANs...?

Ignore the prices in the links above. The same or similar hardware can be found for 60%-90% less.

Link to: Diagram of Broadband Connection with Cable/DSL Router.

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[rmed64]

Im using Win XP, a gigafast router and no on the ICS. I think the problem is getting the router to recognize the right ip from the modem maybe?

 

[JackMDS]

This is usually the steps that help:

How to Fix Cable/DSL Internet authentication (password).

You might try to ask some one in your town who uses the same ISP and a Cable/DSL Router what is the setting used for his Router.

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