Ethernet Connection Has No Valid IP Configuration or DHCP Server
After my provider made changes to the service, the Wi-Fi network was reset. Most devices reconnected normally, and one of my Ethernet-connected PCs works without any issues. However,…
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Unstable Ethernet Connection on My PC Despite Fast Internet Elsewhere
I recently moved into a new house and had 1 Gbps internet installed. The connection is consistently fast on my phones, TVs, and other devices, usually reaching around…
Why am I only getting 120 Mbps on my 1 Gbps fiber connection?
I recently moved out and bought a 1 Gbps fiber broadband plan, but speed tests show only about 120 Mbps download and 98 Mbps upload. My PC is…
Ethernet stopped working after a power outage—how can I fix it?
My Ethernet connection stopped working after a power outage. The first time this happened, unplugging and reconnecting the cable fixed it, but now that no longer works. I've…
How do I move my modem and router to another room?
My internet has been unreliable, and both the modem and router are currently set up in a back bedroom. I'd like to move them to the living room,…
No Internet After Power Outage Even Though the Modem Appears Online
I use Optimum with an Arris Surfboard SB8200 modem and an ASUS RT-AC68U router. The connection had been slow and intermittently unreliable before a storm caused a 12-hour…
Wi-Fi Shows Full Signal but My Computer Has No Internet
My computer connects to the home Wi-Fi and shows full signal strength, but webpages and other online services do not actually work. Every other device in the house…
Having Trouble Connecting to 2.4GHz WiFi After Installing a Dual-Band Router
I previously had a standard default router that only supported 2.4GHz, and everything worked well. Recently, I switched to a 5GHz router (an Archer model) and set up…
How can I turn my wired internet into a wireless signal?
I'm currently working out of town at a company trailer that has an internet connection, but it's only wired and plugged directly into the TV. I want to…
Does My Router's MAC Address Get Sent Online?
When I connect to the internet from home using my router-modem, does its MAC address get sent out at any point? For instance, does my ISP see it,…
Can I Safely Use a 12V 1.5A Power Source for My 12V 2A Router?
I've got a dual-band router that requires a 12V 2A power supply. I'm considering using a 10,000mAh power bank that outputs 12V 1.5A since my area often faces…
How can I improve my terrible WiFi speed?
I'm experiencing incredibly slow WiFi speeds, only getting around 1.34 Mbps. I live in a small house with my parents who hardly use the internet and my sister…
Is It Safe to Connect My PC Directly to a 5G Modem?
My router broke down recently, and I can't get it fixed for a while. I'm curious if connecting my PC directly to my 5G modem would be a…
How can I log into my Adtran router?
I'm having trouble accessing my Adtran router at the IP address 192.168.40.1. No matter what I do, the login page doesn't load. I've tried using different browsers and…
Is It Safe to Use an Extension Cord with a UPS for My Modem and Router?
Hey everyone, I have a quick question about using an extension cord. I'm planning to plug my modem and router into it and then connect that to my…
My Computer Can't Connect to Wifi, but Others Can—What’s Up?
I'm having trouble connecting my computer to the WiFi in my house. Everyone else here, including three computers, two consoles, and a TV, can connect just fine. Earlier,…
Is There a Way to Force My ISP to Change My Dynamic IP?
I'm trying to change my public IP address because it has been compromised. I have a dynamic IP through Spectrum, and I've already tried powering off my router…
Help! My PC won't connect to the new WiFi router
I recently returned from a long weekend to find that my landlord had changed the WiFi router. He insists that he didn't reset anything or change the passwords;…
Looking for a Router with MAC Filtering for Both Wired and Wireless Connections
I'm in the market for a router that allows MAC filtering for both wired and wireless connections. I've noticed that many routers only offer this feature for wireless…
Why isn't my Wi-Fi network showing up on my laptop?
I recently got a new router, but ever since I set it up two weeks ago, my laptop can't find the network, even though all my other devices…