My childs apple ibook airport no longer shows any bars in the radar box. I go thru a linksys and it worked b4. please. i can get online thru the linksys using my pc, but my daughter has the apple and it wont show any networks.
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on the bar at the top of the screen there is the signal meter that tells you how much signal you have.click it and there should be a list of networks it its getting a signal from.click yours wait a few seconds and click the internet icon(safari or internet explorer)it should work if not i cant help you.
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The fact that it is listed under "vintage and obsolete products" on the Apple page should be your first clue.  What OS are you using on it?  There's barely anything compatible with OS 9 nowadays, that's why I just bit the bullet and got a new iMac.\n\nHere's all the articles that Apple has that mention your computer:\nhttp://search.info.apple.com/index.html?search=Go&lr=lang_en&kword=&q=8600%2F250&type=\n\nYou could go to the Discussions pages for Older Hardware and Software Products.  The people there are extremely helpful and may even have links for you to get your system as up-to-date as possible.  Start here (scroll down to the bottom of the page):  \nhttp://discussions.apple.com/index.jspa
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Is your dial up modem (for phone line access to AOL) or network card (for broadband access to aol) actually installed?\n\nWhen you re-install the OS you have to install the drivers, which is what makes the OS "talk" to the hardware. Some dirvers are installed automatically, while others may require you to manually insall them from CD that came with your hardware and/or computer.\n\nRight click on your My Computer and click on Properties and go to Hardware/Device Manager and look for any yellow icons showing, they are hardware that is not installed but was detected. \n\nSee your hardware/system manual on the proper way to re-install the hardware. You may be able to right click on the yellow icon and update the driver from there.\n\nI suspect that there is an issue with the drivers installation.
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found something on cisco \n\nhttp://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/software/ios122/122newft/122t/122t13/ftipsnat.htm\n\n\nhope it helps
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Check in the wireless networks list and see if you see any wireless networks.  Try refreshing the list.  If you still do not see anything on the list, try being in a different location.  It also may be that the wireless on your router is not turned on.  It usually is not turned on by default when you buy a router off the shelf.
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hello ! it's about the router ... if it is a cheap one with basic NAT, you need to upgrade to a router with enhanced NAT capabilities. Sorry, there is no other solution ...
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The problem isn't with your computer but with your Wireless router. Your Windows firewall is probably working just fine.\n\nYou need to log in to your wireless router, create a unique SSID (located on the router), and configure security. It'll ask for a pass phrase. Save the phrase or the converted hex string and the SSID. Then you'll need to configure it into your Windows system. Check the Wireless properties.\n\nYou might also get your MAC address from the windows box (Start, Run, Cmd. In the command window, type ipconfig /all. One of the items is your Mac address. Save that.) On the router, you should be able to restrict access to the router by specific MAC. Activate that and enter your MAC.\n\nOnce that's all done, your wireless router should be reasonably secure.\n\nThis site should have expanded answers that might help if what I said above isn't as clear as I'd like it to be.\n\nhttp://www.practicallynetworked.com/support/wireless_secure.htm
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did u check if wi-fi is 'enabled'\n\nmay i add a link \n\nhttp://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WPN511.asp ... is this it
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hey, i live in fairfax. i don't know of any authorized gateway locations (nor do i think any exist). i'd just call over geek squad to fix it. if you dont wanna do that, call gateway to see if you can send your computer to them.
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Do you have a network card in your computer, or included with the existing computer board?  You need to run a host computer and have a network card in it, then it helps to control the router so you can contact other computers.\n\nI run my high-speed Internet connection into my cable router box, and then into my router.  I then run a wire to my PC Computer, and put a wireless card in my notebook.\n\nThis may help:\nThen you need a network card for each machine.  These cards talk with the router, and through it the modem, and then the Internet.  If you buy a wireless router then you will be paying more for that.  You will also need wireless cards to get the wireless benefit.  A wireless network is good if you have a portable machine (notebook) or if you don’t want to feed wires all over your house.  I use a wireless network and a wireless card for my notebook, and then I use a wire and wired card to connect my PC, since I don’t move it around.  I placed the modem near the PC to keep the wire short.  So it is possible to mix a wired connection and a wireless connection if you buy a wireless router.  I use a Linksys system with Linksys cards.  For the best performance I would make sure that my cards and router are from the same company.  (Linksys.com--routers:  http://www.linksys.com/servlet/Satellite?c=L_Content_C1&childpagename=US%2FLayout&cid=1115417027773&pagename=Linksys%2FCommon%2FvisitorWrapper) (Linksys downloads:  http://www.linksys.com/servlet/Satellite?childpagename=US%2FLayout&packedargs=c%3DL_Content_C1%26cid%3D1115416835852%26site%3DUS&pagename=Linksys%2FCommon%2FvisitorWrapper)\n\nThick walls, like brick or concrete blocks, can block a wireless connection but the signal can still get through the walls (or the windows) and be received outside the house.  If this happens then it is possible for someone to hitch hike on your network and get free network access.  If you have a wireless router than it might be wise to get a firewall program to prevent people from entering your machine.  With a wired connection you system will be more secure, but you sacrifice the portability.  If you live in a residential area then few network hounds will try to steal your broadband connection.  I use Zone Alarm, which includes Cookie control and anti-spyware software.  It costs $40 per year (http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/catalog/products/sku_list_zap.jsp;jsessionid=EuaAEjwOb8Z3Czd62TO1PO38fnQ0zqVFQd5S8NLKVTzzeq3rakI8!1792791820!-1062696904!7551!7552!NONE?dc=12bms&ctry=US&lang=en)\n\nInstall the cards in the computers.  With a notebook computer you can put the network card inside one of the slots on the computer, you don’t have to take it apart.  For a PC you have to take off the cover and plug in the new network card.\n\nThen go to Start > Settings > Control Panel > Network and Dial up Connections > Make new Connection.  Then follow the wizard.  If a driver is required then it will be included with the router, but usually they don’t need drivers.\n\nIf this is beginning to sound too complicated then you should get a computer pro to do it for you.  Best Buy offers the Geek Squad who will come out to your home to set things up, but it will cost more.  It is the best option though.  If you can bring both computers, cards, and router to a dealer then you can set the network up there, in their shop.  Then when you come home you can connect the network router to your modem.  This should work, but I can’t guarantee it.\n\nYou can buy the equipment on-line or buy it through eBay, but you will have to set up the Network yourself.  If you go to a computer store and purchase the equipment there then the salesman can give you advice on which system to buy and some hints on how to set it up.  It would be smart to either bring in your computers or to bring in a card from each machine to make sure that you get the proper network cards.  Most computer stores have an in-store-shop that can set up your network there.\n\nIf y
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The fact you're using a Mac shouldn't affect your wireless.  I suspect the problem is you're missing a bit of equipment.  Post some more info to clarify things - like exactly what bits of equipment you have.\n\nTelewest supply a cable modem, and only 1 device can be directly connected through this at any one time.  From your description it sounds like you might have their wireless self install kit - which either plugs into a cable modem or a TV set top box.  The firmware on this has been crippled so again only 1 computer at a time can connect\n\nWhat you need is a cable router - if you're sticking with Netgear something like the WGR614 for an all in one wireless solutions or and RP614 and make use of your existing wireless access point (if it's not the crippled one I've talked about above).\n\nThis will allow you to connect multiple PCs or Macs either via cables or wireless.\n\nIf you do get something like this you need to follow a specific sequence for swapping it in.  Turn off the cable modem, connect the router, turn on the modem, then turn on the modem.  It will then learn the MAC (Media Access Control - nothing to do with Apple Macs - think of it like the car registration of your network card) address of the router.  You'll need to configure the wireless to allow you to connect to the new router, so you'll need to connect by an ethernet cable initially to set up the security etc.\n\nAs an aside if you are using a STB for connection rather than a standalone cable modem you're connection will not go faster than 1Mb so if you're on a higher package it's worth contacting Telewest to get them to put in a dedicated modem.
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Information given is not complete to diagnose the problem.\n\nLet me try a step by step\nI am assuming that you have Windows machine, otherwise answer is wrong\n\na) Look at the bottom right hand corner in task bar. In the list of icons. There will be a small icon with two monitors. Does it blip. If it does not you have a physical layer connectivity problem\n\nb) open a cmd prompt and type ipconfig. You should see a valid IP number. If you do not see it. then your computer is not part of the World Wide Web and cannot connect to internet.\n\nc) If your two monitor icon blips (shows 100 MPBS connectivity for ethernet and 54 Mbps / 11 Mbps for Wireless LAN) and if your ipconfig is right and still you have a error, then we got to step d\n\nd) Sometimes your ISP (SBC/ATT or QWEST) in addition verify your active status based on a specific user id and password. If their backend password verification system gets affected, then a PPP (point to point ) protocol connection cannot be established and you will see network error. Essentially you will get till SBC server and SBC will stop you. The only way is to verify your user id and password and call SBC / QWEST to fix it.\n\nHope this helps. Good luck
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the distance information has to travel from one station to another before connecting, can slow down all browser abilities to a crawl.  Might check the cable and go to a higher grade.
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First, it is Line of Sight.   Keep that in mind first. \nObstructions tend to weaken it.  So a desk, file cabinet, cubicle wall and wooden structure wall will limit the strength.  \nBrick and Concrete wall stop it COLD.  \n\nI can see the WiFi signal from my next door neighbors, but not beyond that.   \n\nA law office that I work with in "the city" can see six wifi signals from their corner building.   While they are the only wifi in that building, I believe that one signal comes from a block away from the courthouse and other signals come from law offices across the street and next door.  The SSID does not provide a company name or anything of significance, so I would have to do some snooping. \n\nSo it is important to use the Wireless Security feature if you are setting up a router.  Allowing neighbors to use your internet for free may seem like a nice thing, but they may have full access to your computer system(s). \n\nGood luck and Happy Computing!
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I'd recomend you invest a couple hundred more and get an iBook, by Mac. They're about the best there is and SO inexpensive considering what you get. \nwww.mac.com
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Wireless connections can be a bit problematic at times. I'm not good with the technical know-how, but usually repairing the connection will solve problems for me when signing into MSN or YIM. :)
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Hi I know this can be very frustrating and I sympathize with you.  The main reason that I think that your computer is not working correctly with your router and your mom's is, is because your computer's security key doesn't match the security key of the hard-wire(your mom's) router.  When the company from the wireless Internet provider sets up the network connection they set up a profile including a security key, if they key doesn't match the router key, it won't work.  A good solution for this problem is to locate your profile, it will probably show up if you click on your wireless icon (it may be located on the bottom of your screen by the time) and double click on it.  On the profile it should say something like settings and under there it should have a security passphrase.  If you know the passphrase I would re-type it and then click apply if not call your provider and explain that you need to know the passphrase to fix the problem, they should give it to you.  Once you type it in, click apply and this should fix the problem but when you are retyping them, make sure that they are the same on each computer.  I hope that this isn't too confusing and that it helps you.  Good Luck!