Linksys Router Problems / Internet Stops Working

[Darkmediatv]

Alright, Im trying to get 2 pcs networked so that they can both go on the internet. I bought this Linksys Router (Model BEFSR41). And here are the many different steps I took, ALL ending with the same results.

Step 1: Unlplugged my previous setup. Turned off everything. Plugged Router to Modem, and Pcs to router. Since pcs were previously set up to obtain IP automatically, I left the settings the same. Turned everything on and voila, success. Internet works for about 10 minutes then goes down completely. Now, the internet is STILL up and running, like If I connect just one of the pcs to the modem again, no problem.

Step 2: Tried the lame ass installation CD that comes with the Router and it doesnt even detect the internet connection. Threw that idea out the window.

Step 3: Unlplugged my previous setup. Turned off everything. Plugged Router to Modem, and Pcs to router. Since pcs were previously set up to obtain IP automatically, I left the settings the same. Turned everything on. Went to your typical "Http://192.168.1.1" addy to configure router. Played around with it, it instantly received all the info it needed (DNS, IP, Gateway, etc.). Went to my pcs, opened CMD prompt. Did an Ipconfig /release and then an Ipconfig /renew. Success! Internet works for about 10 minutes, then goes down.

Whats the problem? Anyone have any ideas? Please help!!! Ill check this forum again tonight when I get home. Ive been screwin around with this router for 2 days now and I think I need to get some fresh air. Many thanks in advance!

PS. Ive got RCN Cable. A midwest cable company. Is it possible that using this router affects the MAC address? Do I need to call them for something???

[bailey]

try this one step at a time

1. unplug power from everything, even the modem

2. after 5 min power up the modem, wait for the cable light to come on

3. power up the router, wait for the link light to come on.

4. power up system 1 and watch for link light to come on.

5. power up system and wait for link light to come on.

if you have the settings set correctly, obtain ip address automaticly. it should work correctly now.

it is very important that you do it in this order.

[stroyal]

Did you clone the router from the computer you originally had hooked to the modem?

[Oksamit2003]

Update the firmware!

[Darkmediatv]

How do I update the firmware? It has this option when youre configuring the router I believe. I dont want to screw anything up though. Any help? Thanks for your responses guys! Ill check this out in the morning as its almost 1am and I just got home. Dont feel like screwin around with this issue tonight.

[pickel]

http://www.linksys.com/support/support.asp?spid=1

Go here and search what you need