rachelagain
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Post by rachelagain on May 7, 2018 16:04:26 GMT -5
I've never been terribly excited about Windows 10, but I've tolerated it so far. I am constantly having three issues. Just wondering if others have the same. I am NOT updated to the most recent version, though, I believe I have the one before. 1) My search feature stops searching my documents/files and I have to index over and over again. 2)My network stops seeing other computers. I have to fiddle with permissions, etc. which doesn't always work. 3)When I boot up in the morning, my computer doesn't always have internet access and I have to mess with the wifi settings, reboot, restart the router, restart the modem, or just hope it starts working. I'm open to suggestions or would even like to know if it's just me. Thanks in advance!
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Post by rachelagain on May 7, 2018 16:05:07 GMT -5
Oh! About the networking...my other computers are Windows 7.
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Post by budgall on May 7, 2018 22:57:35 GMT -5
Tell us more. How many computers, what versions of Windows does the Command "winver" return, is domain/workgroup name the same on all computers on the network, what is make/model of router, is WiFi built into router or are you using an access point, how are the computer connected wired or wireless, what network cards are installed in the computers, what WIFi settings and permissions do need to change on a regular basis. What is your networking experience background, Who is your internet provider, how computer IP address determined (DHCP/Static)
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Post by Phil on May 8, 2018 9:04:53 GMT -5
I recently solved some similar issues by merely replacing the CMOS battery inside the pc.
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rachelagain
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Post by rachelagain on May 8, 2018 20:01:12 GMT -5
Tell us more. How many computers, what versions of Windows does the Command "winver" return, is domain/workgroup name the same on all computers on the network, what is make/model of router, is WiFi built into router or are you using an access point, how are the computer connected wired or wireless, what network cards are installed in the computers, what WIFi settings and permissions do need to change on a regular basis. What is your networking experience background, Who is your internet provider, how computer IP address determined (DHCP/Static) 1.Three computers which are seldom all turned on 2.Version 1709 (OS Build 16299.248) 3.Workgroup name is the same 4. Linksys E1200 5. Aren't all routers about wifi being built in to them? 6. I have no access point 7.Wireless 8.No clue about the network cards 9. Have to turn wifi off and back on on the computer to get the internet to work often or troubleshoot the wifi connection. One of these usually rectifies the problem. 10. Ummm.... 11. Hughesnet satellite. 12 Not a static IP |
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Post by jholland1964 on May 9, 2018 8:47:54 GMT -5
Honestly doubt most of your problems actually have anything to do with Windows 10. These all can and do happen with virtually every operating system. Have you updated your router's firmware lately? www.linksys.com/us/support-article?articleNum=148523Have you gone through your router's manual? Very often your answers can be found there. downloads.linksys.com/downloads/userguide/E_Series_UG_E900Rev_3425-01486_Web.pdfHave you contacted Hughesnet satellite concerning your connection problems? I would certainly do that because what you are experiencing doesn't sound right. An occasional problem gaining connection, yes, but not every day. Weather of course does affect satellite internet connections, just like it does with TV signals but those are very short lived and certainly not every single day. I would call them. I had similar problems with my internet last year. Now I do not have satellite internet but I called my provider and they came out & checked everything. Turned out that my modem was failing and they gave me a new one, problems solved. Call them. Here is a list of F.A.Q.s from Hughsnet, you might find some information there too. But for continuing connection problems I would most definitely call them because you are not getting what you pay for. www.hughesnet.com/frequently-asked-questions |
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rachelagain
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Post by rachelagain on May 9, 2018 9:09:58 GMT -5
Thanks for the suggestions, Judy. It definitely is not Hughes because my phone connects with no problems. Could be the router, I suppose. The one time I updated firmware on a router, it bricked it.
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Post by jholland1964 on May 9, 2018 9:30:09 GMT -5
Thanks for the suggestions, Judy. It definitely is not Hughes because my phone connects with no problems. Could be the router, I suppose. The one time I updated firmware on a router, it bricked it. Rachel, just because your phone works does not rule out the Hughsnet connection or modem. As I said, I do not have satellite internet but I do have a phone/internet bundle with my ISP. I had no problems with my telephone but I was losing internet connections. They came out and my modem was bad. Also don't forget, your connection is by satellite dish and it must be aimed properly, if it is one degree off then you could have problems. We've had this happen with our satellite TV. If you have had a lot of wind then the dish can very easily be moved out of correct alignment and Hughes would need to correct the alignment. Have you run the built in Repair connection tool on your computer? Very easy to do: Hit the Windows Key + R. When the box opens type, ncpa.cpl and then click OK. Network Connections will open, Right Click on your connection and choose click Diagnose and then follow any on-screen prompts. *see attachment* How old is the router? I don't recall ever having a firmware update damaging my router but I am sure it could happen. Router firmware updates are most generally created for security reasons, vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to access usernames, passwords, credit card details, emails, and more flowing through your WiFi network. They create these firmware updates to fix these vulnerabilities. These updates are just as important as other security updates for your computer, operating system, programs, etc. Have you performed a Hard Reset of the Network? This takes all the settings back to factory, including network name and password. To perform a hard reset, you'll press and hold the "reset" button on the back of the modem for around 30 seconds, allow the modem to reboot, and perform the same step on the router. Hopefully you have your router set very near your modem. Sometimes your computeris too far away from the checkpoint to connect. If at all possible it also needs to have clear line-of-sight between internet-connected item to the router and modem If it has to go through walls, furniture, etc., to make that connection then chances of a good connection are diminished. Did you personally set up the internet and netwowrking with the Windows 10 computer and all of the other computers or did you pay Hughs do that for you? Sorry, I know you believe all of this is happening because of Windows 10 but I have never had these problems caused by Windows 10 and as I said every operating system can have similar problems. I honestly don't recall anyone else posting these same problems here and had it shown they were caused by Windows 10. Windows 10, while it may look a little different, which can easily be changed so it looks like Windows 7, works pretty much like all other operating systems and certainly can be "tweaked" to look and act like them without trouble too. You do need to look at other possible causes besides the operating system. Especially since most seem to be internet connection related. Attachments:
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Post by budgall on May 9, 2018 15:37:07 GMT -5
I have to agree with Judy in that Windows 10 is not the issue. I have never dealt with a Hughsnet internet connection before so my knowledge of its connection and settings requirements are zero. But like Judy, I have had satellite TV and knew from experience that the satellite dish must be aimed properly and not be obstructed by trees or buildings. Judy gave you links to the Linksys E1200 manual which included network setup instruction and links to your routers download page. I would verify you have the current firmware for your router and Hughsnet modem. If not I would recommend you update them. I would also check your network cards drivers to see if they current.
You never answered the question about your networking experience background, the response "Ummm...." leads me to believe your network is the only network you have ever setup. Judy's suggestion of a Hard Reset of the Network is a good idea, it will take you back to ground zero and require you to go through the network setup and computer setup again. There are lots of websites on the internet that have detailed instructions on how to configure a network. As mentioned above the Linksys manual also has network setup instructions.
How do you use your network? Are you set up to share files and folders? Do you install programs on one computer (Server) to be run a different (Client) computer? Is the only thing you want to share is the internet connection?
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