I'm trying to set up an AirPort on my Mac and I'm having some issues. It's asking for OS X 10.4 and I'm running 10.5 but it still doesn't work. Any clue as to why this is happening? [more inside]
posted by Joseppi on Nov 30, 2009 - 6 answers

I borrow my neighbor's wireless internet, with their permission. Can I set up a separate network for wireless printing in my apartment, and use it simultaneously? [more inside]
posted by game warden to the events rhino on Nov 22, 2009 - 9 answers

ARGH. Wireless connectivity problem. Laptop tells me I am connected with excellent signal strength, and yet I'm not able to load any webpages. [more inside]
posted by Kat Allison on Oct 8, 2009 - 4 answers

What's killing my wi-fi connection? [more inside]
posted by Rhaomi on Oct 2, 2009 - 17 answers

I'm trying to set up my parents' home network. The easiest way to describe it is with a diagram. They have a DSL router in a closet, and that's connected (ethernet) to mom's desktop pc. There is a wireless router (D-Link DI-524) that's also connected to the DSL router via ethernet. There is a printer connected to the D-Link via ethernet. And finally, dad's laptop connects via wifi. If the DSL router is connected to the wireless router's LAN port, mom can surf the web and print to the printer, but dad can't connect to the internet. (see the "lan port connection" diagram) If the DSL router is connected to the wireless router's WAN port, mom can surf the web but can't see the printer, but dad can connect to the internet. (see the "wan port connection" diagram) I've tried tweaking the D-Link's settings to both accept a DHCP address or have a hardcoded address, and also to pass out or not pass our a DHCP address to dad's laptop. What I can't seem to accomplish is: 1. mom can access internet 2. mom can access printer 3. dad can access internet 4. dad can access printer Any suggestions? Can I even do this with this equipment?
posted by edjusted on Sep 17, 2009 - 5 answers

Help me connect to my girlfriend's wireless network! [more inside]
posted by scarylarry on Aug 31, 2009 - 12 answers

My downstairs neighbor has given me permission to connect to her open wireless network. The network looks unsecured, doesn't ask for a password, just tells me "unable to connect," except once when it seemed to connect but told me I had a weak or limited connection. The signal is strong. [more inside]
posted by Sia Stewart on Jul 27, 2009 - 7 answers

[ Home Networking Filter ] Why must I restart my wireless router every hour? Or, what am I doing wrong in the implementation of my home network? [more inside]
posted by platosadvocate on Jul 21, 2009 - 15 answers

Help me set up a wireless network bridge - with a twist [more inside]
posted by defcom1 on Jul 14, 2009 - 5 answers

How do I connect my xbox 360 to computers on the same wireless network if the xbox 360 is connected to a wireless bridge? [more inside]
posted by billtron on Jul 8, 2009 - 6 answers

Can anyone recommend a cheap smartphone that can make Skype calls over Wi-Fi? [more inside]
posted by redteam on Jun 3, 2009 - 6 answers

What is making the connection between my two computers so slow? [more inside]
posted by mithiirym on May 27, 2009 - 10 answers

I have an Apple AirPort Extreme that is about one year old and recently our wireless network has been experiencing connectivity issues. We've played with some settings...are some settings better for connectivity than others? Do we need a repeater? [more inside]
posted by bodgy on May 18, 2009 - 7 answers

Cannot get new laptop to connect to secured wireless network! Arrghh! [more inside]
posted by Kat Allison on Apr 11, 2009 - 16 answers

How far will a 35dB 2.4GHz (b/g) signal travel indoors with a ceiling mounted dome antenna? [more inside]
posted by jammnrose on Mar 13, 2009 - 5 answers

I need help extending a wireless network either via an Airport Express or an ancient Linksys (BEFW11S4 ver. 2). [more inside]
posted by terrapin on Mar 11, 2009 - 3 answers

I have a problems connecting to my wireless network, on one computer only. Other networks work for this computer. Other computers work on this network. [more inside]
posted by johnofjack on Feb 20, 2009 - 7 answers

WirelessNeworkFilter: Please help me set up my home wireless network using two routers. Despite all the particulars of my situation, there must be an easy solution. [more inside]
posted by billtron on Dec 19, 2008 - 7 answers

Can you walk a poor knave through a router swap? (Surprisingly, Google is not that obliging...is that because it's as dumb as asking "Can you walk me through plugging in my TV?") [more inside]
posted by Beardman on Dec 8, 2008 - 9 answers

I'm clueless about wireless home networks. Please help this Mac user get his Wii and Blu-ray player connected to one. [more inside]
posted by DakotaPaul on Nov 5, 2008 - 7 answers

How can I access my WD MyBook World Network Storage Drive from my new (Ubuntu 8.04) computer now that my old (WinXP) box is dead dead dead? [more inside]
posted by carsonb on Oct 21, 2008 - 18 answers

Netgear access point weirdness. Wireless roaming. OMG, why does the AP do this and as a result cause my internets connection to connect/disconnect frequently? [more inside]
posted by beerbajay on Sep 28, 2008 - 12 answers

Help extending a wireless network? I have a Time Capsule acting as my primary wifi base station. It's in the living room, attached to the only DSL line in the house. It has a great signal all over the house...except of course in my office, in the back room. Any good ideas how to extend the network back there? A few more details inside. [more inside]
posted by barnone on Sep 15, 2008 - 10 answers

My neighbor kindly gave the key to her (Airport) wireless network, but although I can see it, I can't connect on my PC - I don't even get as far as being asked for the key. What gives? [more inside]
posted by forallmankind on Sep 1, 2008 - 10 answers

My computer has a wireless adapter (for internet) and an ethernet cable to a router (not internet-connected). How can I let it access the internet while also being able to access the lan through 192.168.1.X? I can only set it to access one or the other, but not both. [more inside]
posted by lpctstr; on Aug 31, 2008 - 3 answers

Why are we getting incomplete printouts when attempting to print wirelessly from a laptop? [more inside]
posted by newfers on Aug 19, 2008 - 3 answers

I'd like to connect an Xbox360 to a home (AirPort-based) wireless network on the cheap. [more inside]
posted by Blazecock Pileon on Aug 15, 2008 - 12 answers

Whenever I require a password on my wireless network it slows to a crawl. [more inside]
posted by ssmith on Jul 15, 2008 - 12 answers

Help save my marriage! Thunderstorm fried our Apple Extreme Base Station (Gigabit), so we need another router. The problem is that 2 of our computers have wireless cards installed, but one, an old 450 mhz G4 does not, so we need something that can handle wireless traffic and Ethernet cable and is less than the $179 Apple Extreme Base station. All of the machines run the latest version of 10.4. Suggestions? The Base Station was solid, no problems, but I don't want to pay $179 again.
posted by nomadicink on May 11, 2008 - 19 answers

I am using Belkin N1 Vision wireless router to get access to the internet. I need to expand my wireless network coverage but I am confuse what to buy? Another Router, Switch, or access point? [more inside]
posted by omaralarifi on Apr 30, 2008 - 5 answers

How can I securely access my PC files using my wireless iBook on my home network? [more inside]
posted by sidereal on Mar 27, 2008 - 13 answers

How can I reduce the hassle of reconfiguring multiple applications in my Windows laptop when switching between networks (home, office, VPN, hotel, ...) ? [more inside]
posted by fsmontenegro on Mar 27, 2008 - 4 answers

Is there a way to change IP configurations for a Wireless Netword Connection based on the Wireless network I am currently connected using Vista or any third-party software? [more inside]
posted by fcoury on Mar 26, 2008 - 10 answers

Yes I have read all these wireless router problems . I'll try and make it more interesting.... [more inside]
posted by Papa Mango on Jan 25, 2008 - 7 answers

(mac network filter)- sharing internet over airport? [more inside]
posted by ddaavviidd on Jan 17, 2008 - 6 answers

Looking for a cheap NAS enclosure (~$50) - interested in ximeta netdisk, but I'd rather go with something that doesn't require a software install. For $100ish I could build a cheap VIA C3/C7 server, but a simple HD enclosure would be better. I'm planning to run it off a WRT54g, and have heard that ximeta's get slow wifi performance - could I watch videos over the connection (300mb/hr divx), or would I be restricted to backup and music? If so, what's the cheapest NAS enclosure that isn't a POS that can manage mp3's over wifi? Something that could do bittorrent would be great, but they seem much more costly. Most important, I want a NAS that will spin down when not in use so it doesn't kill my non-enterprise HD.
posted by lrodman on Jan 3, 2008 - 7 answers

DHCP served up by the DSL Modem or the wireless router? [more inside]
posted by neilkod on Jan 3, 2008 - 13 answers

Help me get my new Airport Extreme working with my Linksys router. After running the set up utility the Airport disappears. [more inside]
posted by sauril on Dec 26, 2007 - 4 answers

Is it possible to connect the new psp slim to a wireless network using a belkin 802.11g router?
posted by Student of Man on Dec 25, 2007 - 10 answers

Inherited an Airport Extreme Basestation with Gigabit ethernet and would like to enable a B&W 400mhz G3 and 400mhz G4 AGP to use this wireless network at the faster speeds. Is this possible? (this is anon because it's a gift to people who know me and read Askme) [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 3, 2007 - 5 answers

I'm wanting to send sound to and from a remote room in a house to a Macintosh sound in and out ports. I'm thinking wireless mic and wireless speakers. This is inside a standard ranch style house that spreads horizontally and would cross several walls. [more inside]
posted by D-ten on Dec 2, 2007 - 5 answers

Does anyone have any idea as to why a Macbook Pro or a laptop running WinXP could see a wireless network broadcast from an old Netgear (802.11b network) but two different laptops running Vista would not even see that the network exists? The SSID is being broadcast and while there is basic MAC address filtering being used, the Vista laptops don't even see that a network exists. Thanks.
posted by Ikazuchi on Nov 25, 2007 - 4 answers

How can I stop my macbook from connecting to computer-to-computer wireless networks with the same name as the network I trust? [more inside]
posted by tylermoody on Nov 15, 2007 - 3 answers

Why does my laptop's wireless network fail to work after resuming from standby, requiring a reboot? [more inside]
posted by sprocket87 on Oct 26, 2007 - 12 answers

WirelessFilter: My router has issues. A network cable gives me internet just fine, but if I am using wireless, the network often disconnects and will not connect. A little [more inside]
posted by milestogo on Oct 11, 2007 - 16 answers

Simple network rebuilding: what's the best way out of a wireless network muddle? [more inside]
posted by jonathanbell on Sep 23, 2007 - 6 answers

Windows File Sharing through Internet Connection Sharing: There are a few computers on my home wireless network, connected to a belkin wireless router. All of these computers can see all the others using Windows SMB file sharing - so far so good. Here's where it gets tricky: [more inside]
posted by nervestaple on Sep 13, 2007 - 2 answers

SignalFilter: Help a struggling network engineer understand the basics of RF transmission. [more inside]
posted by Industrial PhD on Sep 8, 2007 - 5 answers

So I thought I knew computers... but this network is killing me. I can connect, full strength, etc. But I can't actually connect to the internet. My IP is 192.168.10.32. Using an 850G (motorola) WAP, Cox SurfBoard modem. Other computers (this one, which is 192.168.10.28, connect fine, it seems. [more inside]
posted by tmcw on Aug 27, 2007 - 13 answers

Wireless Help!! I just moved into a new apartment and I cannot for the life of me figure out how to configure my WINXP PC desktop so that it will pick up my wireless network. I have a airport extreme base station upstairs broadcasting an internet connection. My ibook and pc laptop have no problem connecting wirelessly. I'm trying to pick up the signal with a D-Link DWL-810+ connected to the desktop with an ethernet cable. The desktop will connect to the D-Link but not to the internet. What can I do??
posted by drunkghosts on Aug 26, 2007 - 7 answers