how do i keep my internet from not disconnecting after 2 hours

[Smithyoffline]

hi all.

I would just like to know how do i keep my internet from not disconnecting after 2 hours, because im on unlimited downloads for isdn but cuts me off after the two hour period. I would like to know if there is any software to keep the internet active for more than the 2 hours....

thanks

 

[Viper96720]

Check your modem/lan properties. Make sure no power saving is on.

 

[Confused]

That's more than likely something at your ISP's end...nothing you can do about it.


Confused

 

[John]

Another option is switching to another true "high speed" internet provider.

 

[ojai00]

Are you currently using a router? If so, check the lease time. If not, then sorry, can't help.

 

[apoppin]

Originally posted by: Confused
That's more than likely something at your ISP's end...nothing you can do about it.


Confused

Is this like my budget dial-up ISP that disconnects automatically after detecting no mouse movement for a certain (short) length of time?
. . . a PITA for d/l'ing large files.

My solution is to move the mouse regularly.

(I'd like a software solution, also)

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[bsmithy]

it's your isp

nothing you can do about it i doubt, find a better connection/isp

always on baby

 

[apoppin]

Originally posted by: bsmithy
it's your isp

nothing you can do about it i doubt, find a better connection/isp

always on baby

Then consider a "hardware" solution - something to "bump" the mouse.
(i'm on a "budget"; not gonna pay over 10 bucks for a dial-up)

 

[Mestar]

Originally posted by: apoppin

Originally posted by: Confused
That's more than likely something at your ISP's end...nothing you can do about it.


Confused

Is this like my budget dial-up ISP that disconnects automatically after detecting no mouse movement for a certain (short) length of time?
. . . a PITA for d/l'ing large files.

My solution is to move the mouse regularly.

(I'd like a software solution, also)

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[/i](get it?)[/i]

Automate.Link: http://www.unisyn.com/

 

[fredtam]

There is a setting in Norton Systemworks that keeps the connection active. Its something like "connection keep alive" and it warns you that using it may violate your ISP's user agreement so there is probably other software for the purpose.

Edit: Yep. Here are a few.

 

[Rukkian]

Not sure if this will help, but there are keep alive programs that are made for this purpose. Norton System Works has 1 included, but there are several for free. Go to download.com and do a search. That would be a good place to start. If it is exactly 2 hours, though you are probably out of luck, as it is probably something with your isp. If, on the other hand, it may be an idle time out, then 1 of the programs may help.

 

[apoppin]

Originally posted by: fredtam
There is a setting in Norton Systemworks that keeps the connection active. Its something like "connection keep alive" and it warns you that using it may violate your ISP's user agreement so there is probably other software for the purpose.

Edit: Yep. Here are a few.

Thanks, I am gonna test "Stay Alive"

I guess my SystemWorks 2001 is a little out of date.

 

[InlineFive]

It might be a router problem is you have broadband. I had this problem all the time with my Linksys BEFSR41 but it went away with my new Netgear MR814v2.

-Por

 

[bsmithy]

all this "keepalive" stuff aint gonna help ya if it's a time restriction

i had one for 2 years, damn annoying, especially when gaming online

 

[apoppin]

Originally posted by: apoppin

Originally posted by: fredtam
There is a setting in Norton Systemworks that keeps the connection active. Its something like "connection keep alive" and it warns you that using it may violate your ISP's user agreement so there is probably other software for the purpose.

Edit: Yep. Here are a few.

Thanks, I am gonna test "Stay Alive"

I guess my SystemWorks 2001 is a little out of date.

Well, I tried 5 of these programs - the ones that rated highest - and NONE of them worked . . . NOTHING simulates"mouse movement" . . . so I am working ona "hardware solution" . . . something that automatically bumps the mouse every 15 minutes or so . . . there's more than one way to skin a cat.

 

[Phatty106]

Originally posted by: apoppin

Originally posted by: apoppin

Well, I tried 5 of these programs - the ones that rated highest - and NONE of them worked . . . NOTHING simulates"mouse movement" . . . so I am working ona "hardware solution" . . . something that automatically bumps the mouse every 15 minutes or so . . . there's more than one way to skin a cat.

Speaking of cats, if you have one, you can rub some catnip on your mouse, then Toonces will do the work!

 

[apoppin]

Originally posted by: Phatty106

Originally posted by: apoppin

Originally posted by: apoppin

Well, I tried 5 of these programs - the ones that rated highest - and NONE of them worked . . . NOTHING simulates"mouse movement" . . . so I am working ona "hardware solution" . . . something that automatically bumps the mouse every 15 minutes or so . . . there's more than one way to skin a cat.

Speaking of cats, if you have one, you can rub some catnip on your mouse, then Toonces will do the work!

Besides hating my OPTICAL mouse, our cat is more SERIOUS . . . she eats cheese then patiently WAITS by the mousehole with baited breath.

I have ALREADY used several strategies to keep moving the mouse while I am sleeping and d/l'ing is taking place . . . I have some further "hardware" ideas to regularly bump the mouse . . .

 

[mikecel79]

Originally posted by: apoppin

Originally posted by: Confused
That's more than likely something at your ISP's end...nothing you can do about it.


Confused

Is this like my budget dial-up ISP that disconnects automatically after detecting no mouse movement for a certain (short) length of time?
. . . a PITA for d/l'ing large files.

My solution is to move the mouse regularly.

(I'd like a software solution, also)

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[/i](get it?)[/i]

Um how does your ISP know your mouse is moving? That information does NOT get sent over the wire.

 

[mikecel79]

Originally posted by: Smithyoffline
hi all.

I would just like to know how do i keep my internet from not disconnecting after 2 hours, because im on unlimited downloads for isdn but cuts me off after the two hour period. I would like to know if there is any software to keep the internet active for more than the 2 hours....

thanks

On ISDN this is enforced by your ISP. There is nothing you can do to keep your connection alive.

 

[apoppin]

Originally posted by: mikecel79

Originally posted by: apoppin

Originally posted by: Confused
That's more than likely something at your ISP's end...nothing you can do about it.


Confused

Is this like my budget dial-up ISP that disconnects automatically after detecting no mouse movement for a certain (short) length of time?
. . . a PITA for d/l'ing large files.

My solution is to move the mouse regularly.

(I'd like a software solution, also)

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[/i](get it?)[/i]

Um how does your ISP know your mouse is moving? That information does NOT get sent over the wire.

NO idea where I got it . . . probably something I read somewhere . . .

However, NONE of the software progs that simulate web browsing can keep me connected . . . Now IF someone can come up woth a software solution, I'd be thankful. . . .

 

[EeyoreX]

Um how does your ISP know your mouse is moving? That information does NOT get sent over the wire.

That correct, the ISP has no idea whether or not your mouse is moving. The only way the "keep-the-mouse-moving" trick will affect connection times is if you use some local dialing application, like NetZero used to be. The local software is able to detect inactivity and disconnect you. The issue, as several people have said, is mor elikely a limit at the ISP itself and there is probably no workaround other than reconnecting after each disconnect.

Speaking of cats, if you have one, you can rub some catnip on your mouse, then Toonces will do the work!

My cat isn't all that impressed with catnip. Fish food flakes on the other hand... Also, he wouldn't be impressed for long enough for it to matter. Oh, and I'd have to junk up my trackball. Not that I have this problem, just sayin.

\Dan

 

[apoppin]

If I am connected to the 'net and am surfing (or doing ANYthing else on my computer), it will NEVER disconnect due to inactivity. However, IF I stop moving the mouse, it will.

Explain that
(please)

 

[EeyoreX]

Did your ISP require you to install some software to connect?

\Dan

 

[bsmithy]

whats your isp for starters..

also have you tested this scientifically?