when i enable the WEP code, the internet crashes, anyone got ne ideas?

ozziesironmanoffroad · 08-30-2008, 05:28 PM

ok so ive been noticing a lot of high latency times in games, and i figure it must be someone stealing my internet and downloading. so i enable the WEP key on my router, and the internet will work for maybe 3-4 minutes, then it dies. (wireless anyway). when i disable the WEP key, the internet works 100% fine. do i have something goofed in the router setup, or is the router a piece of poo? its a linksys btw

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ozziesironmanoffroad · 08-30-2008, 11:59 PM

any thoughts?

***Corey*** · 08-31-2008, 07:06 AM

I am running both a Linksys Vonage router for my telephone and PCs, and a Linksys wireless access point that plugs into the former so I have wireless for the laptop.

You mean the security key so no one can get onto your connection unless they have the login password?

I run WPA2 Personal for my security.
You should always have that enabled to keep neighbors and drivebys from parking in front of your home from getting on to your connection.

By the way, when I sit in my recliner with my laptop, I can scan the area here and see about ten secured wireless connections, and about three unsecured.
Yes, I can get onto those and surf on their dime, but I do not.
My connection is much faster anyways

If that is what you meant by the WPA, try running the one I run.
If it does not support it, it might be time for an upgrade.

ozziesironmanoffroad · 08-31-2008, 08:22 AM

all it supports is WEP 64 bit and WEP 128bit

***Corey*** · 08-31-2008, 09:08 AM

That is actually the first protocol in my list in the drop down box for where I select the security settings.

How old is the router?
Might be time to trade up to a new Linksys?
Here is a good one.

My new Dell laptop I bought last Christmas only goes up to wireless G, but this new router here goes up to N.
It is backward compatible.

If I was not on Vonage for my telco, this would be the router I would more than likely get if I was looking for a new one.
But I need my current one since it has my telephone number hard coded into it.

***Corey*** · 09-19-2008, 08:47 AM

Any update to this?

ozziesironmanoffroad · 09-19-2008, 09:40 PM

nope... when i get my paycheck im just gonna buy a new router and hope that fixes the problem. i think WEP 64 bit is kind of outdated anyway...

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08-31-2008, 07:06 AM	#3 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,018	I am running both a Linksys Vonage router for my telephone and PCs, and a Linksys wireless access point that plugs into the former so I have wireless for the laptop. You mean the security key so no one can get onto your connection unless they have the login password? I run WPA2 Personal for my security. You should always have that enabled to keep neighbors and drivebys from parking in front of your home from getting on to your connection. By the way, when I sit in my recliner with my laptop, I can scan the area here and see about ten secured wireless connections, and about three unsecured. Yes, I can get onto those and surf on their dime, but I do not. My connection is much faster anyways If that is what you meant by the WPA, try running the one I run. If it does not support it, it might be time for an upgrade. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ 2009 Specialized Rockhopper Pro

08-31-2008, 08:22 AM	#4 (permalink)
ozziesironmanoffroad Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Spring Valley, CA Posts: 5,644	all it supports is WEP 64 bit and WEP 128bit __________________ The 22r series engines are made from the fires of hell, and will fight tooth and nail to not be sent back. 1988 Toyota P/U 4x4 22re, 1200 miles on the rebuild engine builder .268 cam pioneer CD deck 31x10.50x15 BFG A/T BAJA 100W lights on prerunner bumper KC Daylighters 100W rancho rs5000 MUD IS A VALID PAINT JOB! If not living life to the fullest, why live it? my trucks official buildup thread

08-31-2008, 09:08 AM	#5 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,018	That is actually the first protocol in my list in the drop down box for where I select the security settings. How old is the router? Might be time to trade up to a new Linksys? Here is a good one. My new Dell laptop I bought last Christmas only goes up to wireless G, but this new router here goes up to N. It is backward compatible. If I was not on Vonage for my telco, this would be the router I would more than likely get if I was looking for a new one. But I need my current one since it has my telephone number hard coded into it. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ 2009 Specialized Rockhopper Pro

09-19-2008, 08:47 AM	#6 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,018	Any update to this? __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ 2009 Specialized Rockhopper Pro

09-19-2008, 09:40 PM	#7 (permalink)
ozziesironmanoffroad Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Spring Valley, CA Posts: 5,644	nope... when i get my paycheck im just gonna buy a new router and hope that fixes the problem. i think WEP 64 bit is kind of outdated anyway... __________________ The 22r series engines are made from the fires of hell, and will fight tooth and nail to not be sent back. 1988 Toyota P/U 4x4 22re, 1200 miles on the rebuild engine builder .268 cam pioneer CD deck 31x10.50x15 BFG A/T BAJA 100W lights on prerunner bumper KC Daylighters 100W rancho rs5000 MUD IS A VALID PAINT JOB! If not living life to the fullest, why live it? my trucks official buildup thread

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