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Arranroots
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I have been working wirelessly using a Belkin router for a couple of years now.
Suddenly my wireless connection keeps dropping out - it is not displayed in my list of available networks - although this shows up to seven networks are within range (all but one secure).
My question - do these other networks interfere with my ability to receive my own signal?
I have tried rebooting the router and sometimes it coincides with the laptop reconnecting, sometimes not - very frustrating!
I'd be grateful for any suggestions as to how to fix this on a more permanent basis - and I hope to be here to read the replies!
kind regards, Arranroots 
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Arranroots
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Hi Arranroots  Does it work when you wire? 
I don't understand the question? I can access the internet on my pc, which isn't wireless - is that what you mean?
I can stand by the router and watch the "transmit" light go off, then 10 minutes later it will just magically come back on!
I wonder if a nearby Belkin unsecured network is on the same frequency?
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Arranroots
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Thanks for the moral support Tati! 
I haven't tried to link via a cable - scared to change anything now that I am finally online, lol!
Have been reading some techie problem pages and it seems (a) Belkin isn;t a good choice (b) other routers can interfere if they are on the same channel - but why does my transmit light go out? (c) I should check my USB adaptor - don't think I have one do I??
Have discovered a helpline number though, so if all else fails...
Anyone else had this problem?
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Martin Briscoe
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I have found with some wireless routers that they drop the connection briefly for no apparent reason.
A card in my desktop will connect to a Linksys router but does not show it as an available network for some reason.
Check what channel you are using and whether anyone else in the area is using the same channel, I prefer to specify the channel number rather than leave it on automatic.
Many wireless routers are left with the default SSID (like "Belkin 54g"), change it to a name of your own and don't forget to use some sort of security to prevent others using your wireless connection.
I have wireless on this laptop but I also have a RJ45 cable in use as faster and more reliable.
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POUNDER - Middleton Tyas, Kirkbymoorside, Stokesley, Lambeth, Bolton, Newcastle on Tyne, Leeds
HAMMOND - Quebec, Laverton, Masham, Grantley
SWALES - Laverton, Masham
O'Shea - Quebec
PARRY - Caerhun, Deiniolen, Clwt y Bont, Brynrefail, Tal y Sarn, Brynrefail, Bethesda
EVANS - Llanfihangel Bryn Pabuan, Maesmynis, Dowlais, Stockton on Tees, Hartlepool, Trealaw
HARVEY - Trentham, Sheriffhales, Llanfyllin, Llanferres, Minera
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Valda
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Arranroots
Mine started well and then continually dropped out. I finally discovered it was not compatible with my internet service provider. Strangely it didn't actually say that on the box when I purchased it and I didn't realise that could be a problem. Have you checked with your service provider help line?
Regards
Valda
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Arranroots
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Thanks for the replies and various suggestions.
I think the fact that the router is set on default channel 11 will probably be the cause - I need to find the documentation in the loft before I can change it though, as the password is about 13 characters long!
There was a prob with a specific Belkin router, but not mine. I did download a patch when this first happened a few days ago (firmware, whatever that is?!?) but it hasn't fixed it.
I seldom look to see what networks are in range but I seem to recall there were only a couple when we first set up ours - now it is nine!
And yes, I have tried standing over the router hovering the lappy without any improvment!
No other changes have taken place except that Pipex upgraded us to faster broadband recently - wonder if it could be that?!?
Thanks again, Arranroots (from work at lunchtime!!)
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Linda from Murton
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Dont know if you got your problem sorted out. I did read on another forum of problems people were having with dropped connections on their routers caused by, believe it or not, Christmas lights. Especially the ones which people string around their houses.
Just a thought. Problem might go away in the new year.
Seasons Greetings and a healthy 2008.
Linda
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Martin Briscoe
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I sometimes use my laptop on the desk right alongside the router, the WiFi connection usually keeps dropping out when I do that so I turn it off and rely completely on the RJ45.
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BRISCOE - Bolton, Heaton Norris, Rochdale, Oldham, Chadderton, Blackburn
POUNDER - Middleton Tyas, Kirkbymoorside, Stokesley, Lambeth, Bolton, Newcastle on Tyne, Leeds
HAMMOND - Quebec, Laverton, Masham, Grantley
SWALES - Laverton, Masham
O'Shea - Quebec
PARRY - Caerhun, Deiniolen, Clwt y Bont, Brynrefail, Tal y Sarn, Brynrefail, Bethesda
EVANS - Llanfihangel Bryn Pabuan, Maesmynis, Dowlais, Stockton on Tees, Hartlepool, Trealaw
HARVEY - Trentham, Sheriffhales, Llanfyllin, Llanferres, Minera
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Arranroots
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I am still dropping out!
Problem started before the Christmas decs went up, so don't think it is that.
I haven't changed anything - my McAfee expired just before but that shouldn't affect anything should it?
Still waiting for OH to get the instructions out of the loft ...
Thanks for your suggestions - I see RootsChat is advertising a wi-fi link - maybe I should click?!?
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meles
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I'll seek OH's expert advice tonight for you, on return from work.
meles
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