Re: WRT54G version5 in Linksys http://www.dslreports.com/forum/r15839776 en Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:40:13 EDT Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:40:13 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15894855 ibanez73 : i never doubted the quality of the advice but the quality of the product sure made me think...lol i'm glad i wasn't there physically cause i think i would have taken a hammer out and fixed it permanent...lol.Thanks again and don't be a stranger you have my skype name call me anytime.take care]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15894855 Fri, 14 Apr 2006 08:37:36 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15894112 peter_m : You're more then welcome ibanez7. I'm glad you got it all working, I was starting to doubt the quality of my advice. ;-)

Peter

PS: Thanx for letting me know about Skype webcam.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15894112 Fri, 14 Apr 2006 02:25:43 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15892910 ibanez73 : Ok downloaded new skype was the same(there is one for remote pc's,but N/A to laptops)put the router's wireless basic configurations back on G -only,changed to channel 11 like you mentionned but it kept disconnecting wireless and all would cut out.So next logical step work my way down to channel 10 and VOILA!!! Finished.Nail in the coffin.Now works great plugged or wireless for both remote assistance and skype at the same time with linksys WRT54G version5.Thank you very much peter_m. Without your help i wouldn't have pulled it off....CHEERS This is just to show that there still are for very good people out there willing to take the time and help total strangers.Thanks again peter_m hope i can help you out sometime and repay the favour.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15892910 Thu, 13 Apr 2006 22:30:47 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15886384 ibanez73 : I tried tracert both ways and it doesn't cut out.In the info i found said Try , Start Run--> tracert www.skype.com --> Ok
Does this causes also connectivity loss? If it does, it is your router problem.Therefore not the problem.
Wireless connection 100%.I stopped and restarted Wireless Zero config.and then it all stayed connected for about 3/4 of an hour.Sometimes freezing but held on( it did cut out though)
Found one last thing to try skype download for remote pc's and laptops.»support.skype.com/index.php?_a=k···s&_i=165
There's also an active sync to download before.This should be the final nail in the coffin tomorrow i think...lol
I will check for wireless update tomorrow.As for the echoes absolutely none if he gets away from the router but it should clear when i install that new skype i think.Thanks again Peter_m.Cheers!!!Will post final results tomorrow i hope...lol]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15886384 Thu, 13 Apr 2006 00:20:07 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15882950 peter_m : Well, for tracert depends what you are trying to test for... but I don't think it makes a big difference. If something is working wired, and doesn't on wireless, the problem is your wireless!

As for Skype cutting out only on wireless... Could be many things... Do you know if there was someone else using the internet access at the same time? Do you know if he is getting good wireless Reception? He can try channel 11, it works best for me. Also tell him that 2.4ghz cordless phones can cause intermittent problems.

Also you should try to upgrade the wireless PC's drivers. For the funny echo, it could be your microphones are too close to your speakers.

Peter]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15882950 Wed, 12 Apr 2006 16:07:08 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15878369 ibanez73 : Ok.They're both working perfect with router plugged in.
Wireless ; remote assitance works no problem but skype still cuts off.I got him to get away from router(went upstairs) and that got rid of the weird feedback noises we had.Audio is perfect same as plugged in but still cutting out wireless .
Quick question : I did a tracert test.Should it be done with the router plugged in or not to test the router?
Again thanks for the help]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15878369 Tue, 11 Apr 2006 22:12:47 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15867361 ibanez73 : I don't think i'm the only one that owes you bud!I got into a skype forum where they're having a hard time with same problems and i gave them the link to come and check this thread out.So from everyone having a hard time with this product thank you very much.Also thanks to all that have taken their time to put the info out there.(I'll know more about that router that my own...lol)Here are other things that i also did and checked,information i picked up in my searches.I'll put it all in here for others to try.
check this link: hxxp://ask-leo.com/i_get_the_message_remote_assistance_connection_could_not_be_established_because_the_remote_host_name_could_not_be_resolved_what_does_that_mean.html

When trying to connect remote assistance and error " Remote Assistance connection could not be established because the remote host name could not be resolved. Please try again." do this step below:

or if anyone is getting the "a program could not start. please try again" message, it is because you have some services disabled on your system. You will need Administrator rights to do this.

* Go to Start > Run and type in 'services.msc' and press OK
* Scroll down to the service called "Remote Access Auto Connection Manager"
* Look in the 'Startup Type' to see if it says 'Disabled'. If it does then right-click and go to 'Properties'
* In the drop-down box next to 'Startup type' select 'automatic'. Click OK and you will be returned to the services screen
* Do the same for "Remote Access Connection Manager" and "Remote Desktop Help Session Manager"
* Retry the Remote Assistance wizard and all should not be working again.
Posted by: Matt at December 27, 2005 07:36 AM

You may have two options. 1. Make sure he has the port 3389 open and you may need to modify the IP address for the invitation from private IP or public IP.

2. You both must be on-line using MSN messenger.

This link may help.

How to fix the error "Remote Assistance connection could not be established because the remote host name could not be resolved"? ...
hxxp://www.chicagotech.net/rdesktop.htm

WORKAROUND
To work around this behavior, use any of the following methods. • Use Windows Messenger to establish the Remote Assistance session. This method will often succeed because of the reverse connection method that Windows Messenger uses. For more information about using Windows Messenger for Remote Assistance, click the following article number to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:
306556 (hxxp://support.microsoft.com/kb/306556/) How to obtain remote assistance using Windows Messenger
• Edit the Remote Assistance invitation file to reflect the correct port number that Remote Assistance is using:
1. Create a new invitation, and then save the invitation as a file.
2. Open the file by using Notepad or another text editor.
3. Find the "RCTICKET=" section. Note that this section looks similar to the following section
RCTICKET="65538,1,10.10.10.1:3389;user name.domain name.com:3389
where 10.10.10.1 is the IP address, user name.domain name.com is the fully qualified domain name or computer name, and 3389 is the port number.
4. Change the port number from 3389 to the port that Remote Desktop has been configured to use.
5. Save the file.
6. Send the invitation to the recipient.
ROUTER:
5) High Packet Loss after @ 30 secs
If you are getting really bad quality calls on Skype and lots of Packet loss after 30seconds.
Some ISP have what they call a heartbeat, I believe it checks every second or so if you are connected.
If you have a router set timeout to 0 minutes, Upload is 1/4 of what it should be 128kps down to under 40kps. If you re-set it to 60 on the timeout, fantastic, perfect! Zero Packet Loss!

6) Tracert Test
We've seen this happening with some broken routers that crash and reboot when tracert command is used.
Try , Start Run--> tracert www.skype.com --> Ok
Does this causes also connectivity loss? If it does, it is your router problem.
Solution is to upgrade router firmware or replace it with different brand.
_________________
Regards

Like i said last night i'll finish checking what was last mentionned by Peter_m and i'll re-post after.Hopefully this will help others fix their problems with that router.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15867361 Mon, 10 Apr 2006 13:22:59 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15864739 peter_m : ibanez7, you'll owe me! :D]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15864739 Sun, 09 Apr 2006 23:57:49 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15864349 ibanez73 : Thanks again Peter_m .Makes sense. I checked and mine is on a different port .I'll try disabling the 443 and change what i am using in skype now which is 18716 and use same as yours then i'm pretty confidant it'll work.As for port 80 i was the same as you uneasy that's why i tried to disable both 80 and 443 but had to put 443 back on to connect so now i'll change that to 9165 and do the same in skype connections. From your picture you don't have the checkmark in "use port 80 and 443 ..." I'll take mine out. Here is a picture of mine and i'll match my ports with his.We'll both have the same port numbers.Thanks again
we should see some results tomorrow night.Hopefully it'll be the end of this problem...Thanks again
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]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15864349 Sun, 09 Apr 2006 22:47:30 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15864126 peter_m : No problem Ibanez7,

One more thing about Skype. I've researched it a bit more and you will need only one port, not three. If you look at the picture above you will see that in Skype's options you can choose a single port that can be used and it will work just fine. Remove the check mark from "Use port 80 and 443" and use only the one port you chose (mine is 9165). This way in port triggering page(in router) you will only use this one port you chose. It can be anything that is not used by something else.

The motivation behind this is that I am uncomfortable with port 80 becoming dedicated to the one PC using Skype. Port 80 is also used for sending web pages to your browser. When using skype with port 80, other PCs connected to the router might not be able to view web pages...

Also leave UPnP disabled. I wouldn't bother with it since the port triggering your setting up replaces UPnP's function. Since it could be buggy and is a potential security issue, leave it disabled.
Cheers
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]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15864126 Sun, 09 Apr 2006 22:00:45 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15864051 ibanez73 : Thanks a lot for the help pete_m. I really appreciate it.As for your first question i'm still on port trigerring for all.I did 3 changes at the same time then did a restart.(he did i should say)I disabled skype 80, disabled skype 443, and disabled UPnP.After restart remote worked no problem, but skype wouldn't connect. So i enabled 443 port and it works.Now it's a matter of trying port 80 on with UPnP enabled then disabled etc...
And now i'll definitely check "AP isolation".Now only thing it'll have to wait till tomorrow night cause working tomorrow early but will definitely check this out tomorrow.I'll pm my skype name to you (Not sure how but i'll check it out)Thanks again for the great help and info...CHEERS]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15864051 Sun, 09 Apr 2006 21:47:04 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15863932 peter_m : Well, if you used port forwarding (instead of triggering), keep in mind that the router will assign a different IP to the wired connection and then the wireless connection. So you might have to adjust the IP set in the router for the desired port.

Did you experiment with UPnP enabled, disabled, what worked for you?
EDIT 1: I must type too slowly LOL, ok so UPnP disabled works best for you. I'm not surprised.

Also you might try and disable "AP isolation" like in the picture above. It could be causing problem for wireless connection specifically!

I will be here all evening if you like. I'm e-mailing you my skype user name if you like.

Cheers

EDIT 2: I guess you should keep port 80 for skype enabled with the check mark.
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]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15863932 Sun, 09 Apr 2006 21:24:27 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15863888 ibanez73 : I disabled UPnP and disabled Skype port 80.Now Remote assistance does not cut out anymore either plugged or not works A1 and skype still cuts out after about 14 minutes tops.That's running with or without remote assistance at the same time.(it also has less background weird noises i mentionned before but it still jams or blocks a bit every now and then, especially if i'm scanning something on his computer) but at least it works now.(That's wireless or router not connected to laptop).When it's connected to computer it all works OK.Remote excellent and skype too .So i can easily say it's up and running just a little bug to find somewhere.Any suggestions?Thanks to all for the help. This is my 3rd week trying to fix this and i think i can see the light...lol]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15863888 Sun, 09 Apr 2006 21:14:51 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15862310 ibanez73 : OK! I can now get Remote Assistance and Skype excellent as long as it's all connected together: The modem plugged in router, the router in the computer and push button on the front of the laptop is enabled(We tried with and without router plugged).
Now as soon as he disconnects the router from computer they both cut off after about 5min to 8 minutes was the longest it worked before cutting out.Also tried them by themselves to see if they'll cut out and they still do after about same time span.Like i said now it works great if plugged...lol other way around before it didn't work if it was plugged...lmao
Just have to figure out to put wireless in i guess.Any suggestions...lol Thanks a lot for the help
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]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15862310 Sun, 09 Apr 2006 17:24:48 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15859627 peter_m : Hi Ibanez7,
The names "Microsoft" or "WinXP Rem Ass" are just labels for your benefit. What's important is the port and you look like you have it right.

On My WRT54G V3 remote assistance works just fine with the exact same settings. It could be a bug in the V5's firmware. You have an other alternative and that's to use port forwarding instead of triggering. It's the same principal except it assigns the ports to a specific IP. So your brother might have to change the IP to what ever his PC has received. Just click on post forwarding in the top bar and you will see the new page. As for the protocol, I think "TCP" is what you need but if you want to play it safe just select "BOTH"

If that doesn't work, make sure that both you and your brother are using Remote Assistance with the default port. Some people change it for security reasons. If you are sure it is still at 3389 then you should call Linksys and complain, complain, complain, complain...

Good luck

EDIT: Under the "administration" menu you can also try to change UPnP to disabled or enabled. Mine is disabled

EDIT: I think port 80 for Skype might not be important. Try removing the check mark and if it still works, delete the entry.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15859627 Sun, 09 Apr 2006 02:05:01 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15859355 ibanez73 : By the way we did put a checkmark in the last skype on the picture cause i just noticed that it's not on the picture.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15859355 Sun, 09 Apr 2006 00:54:37 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15859014 ibanez73 : we got skype going all ok but Remote assistance still won't work.At one time last week it ran a bit on port 2044 but not for long, we tried 3389, nothing then both still no go.Any other ideas?
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Here is a picture of where we're at.Skype is now working for over 3 hrs now without disconnecting.Remote assistance will not connect.Its connected through ports 3389 but i can't name it WinXP RemAss 3389 it won't accept it he has to name it microsoft 3389 does this matter? Do you have any other ideas.Thanks
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]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15859203 Sun, 09 Apr 2006 00:23:37 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15856106 peter_m : Hi ibanez7,
look like you are on the right track. For deleting an entry, removing the check mark is not enough, it just disables it and keeps it for future use. You need to delete the label and then put zeros for all the port numbers.

Just a quick note, when you reply to a post in this forum, it is always best to use the button on the far right "post reply". This way the previous poster gets a notification...

Let us know how it works out, cheers!]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15856106 Sat, 08 Apr 2006 14:57:03 EDT Re: v5 WRT54G's suck... http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15854467 pandora : I think Linksys calling the V5 a WRT54G is damaging to their branding. It'd have been nicer if they gave it a new product id.
--
"People demand freedom of speech as a compensation for the freedom of thought which they seldom use."]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15854467 Sat, 08 Apr 2006 09:28:03 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15854325 ibanez73 : Again thank you very much for the help.I noticed the error on "Skype 2 " entry , should be 443 all the way.I'll get him to delete the first 2 entries(microsoft and Skype).For the BitTorrent i checked in BitTorrent,options,preferences and listening port is 16177 so i'll edit this to 16177 all the way with checkmark in enable would this be correct?
To delete the other ones i imagine you just take the checkmark out and should be able to delete those entries correct?
I want to thank you again for your time.I think i have a good chance of getting this thing going now.As soon as he's back from work today we'll try this and re-post back in here my success...THANKS AGAIN]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15854325 Sat, 08 Apr 2006 08:34:34 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15853279 peter_m : Look at your "Skype 2" entry. I'm sure you will figure it out! Also the first two lines are wrong. Maybe related to an older version of the software.... Just delete them.

EDIT: My BitTorrents settings are non-standard. You will have to also re-configure the BitTorrent to use my non-standard ports.

EDIT: no you would need all 3 skype entries, but that's only if he's using skype...]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15853279 Sat, 08 Apr 2006 00:20:04 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15852823 ibanez73 : trying to send picture
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Ok i got into port trigerring no problem and got all the information from the picture you posted peter_m. He's now getting a message "trigerring ports are overlapping" with a button to continue,and when he clicks continue it takes him back to that message page.I put in a picture (i hope you can see it) that shows the first 2 lines are the ones the linksys rep. did. Should i leave those in? Also where i now have Skype 1,2 and 3 is this ok?or should i have just one configured and enabled?Thanks for the help.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15852802 Fri, 07 Apr 2006 22:52:01 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15841191 peter_m : DON'T use the CD. Just go to the router's IP address (default should be 192.168.1.1). Then leave the username empty and enter "admin" for the password and bingo, you are in. To access the desired pages, just click on the title at the top of the page. I've highlighted them in the picture from my previous post.

Good luck

Peter]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15841191 Thu, 06 Apr 2006 12:29:44 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15839776 Hoss :
said by gitman See Profile :

3rd party firmware was the least of my issues with the version 5. it was just unstable.
Yep, considering third party firmware support exists only for the micro version of DD-WRT, and you have to do some hoop-jumping (read as use JTAG) for it to work.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15839776 Thu, 06 Apr 2006 08:18:39 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15839682 ibanez73 : I've already taken the update for it since then i can get connected but like i said it keeps cutting out.Before the update i couldn't even connect.Next step i'll try what peter_m
said but that's where i'm a little confused.How do i enter his configurations to be able to configure those ports in port triggering/forwarding ?.Do i insert cd in or do i type router's ip adress in web browser? or is there another way to get in?Like i mentionned before please be specific since i don't have that router and will try to do this on the phone with him(very green newbie...lol)Again thanks to all for the help i really appreciate this.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15839682 Thu, 06 Apr 2006 07:44:19 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15838984 gitman : 3rd party firmware was the least of my issues with the version 5. it was just unstable.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15838984 Thu, 06 Apr 2006 01:31:44 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15838964 kumagcow : Make sure also you get the latest update for the WRT54G v5 firmware, download the tool that they have on »www.linksys.com/connect that is called NETupdate. It will automatically update your router for you, just follow it carefully.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15838964 Thu, 06 Apr 2006 01:28:07 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15838557 ibanez73 : thank you very much for the help.I'll try that tomorrow night and post back my results.Just a another thing.Like i said i'm here and don't have that router so i'm not sure how to get in his settings.(through remote assistance).Myself i have a Dlink and to access or loggin to it i type the ip adress in web browser is this the same?again thanks for the help.This thing has been a nightmare...lol]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15838557 Thu, 06 Apr 2006 00:06:21 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15838446 Hoss : And yet another option, if willing to shell out about a Benjamin, is to get the brand spankin new WRTSL54GS]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15838446 Wed, 05 Apr 2006 23:49:54 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15838344 peter_m : Hi there,
Here are a list of the ports used by your applications. I set them under port triggering because they can be used regardless of the client PC's IP address. You can also set them in port forwarding if you have problems with triggering but keep in mind that the PC that will use them must have a fixed IP.

EDIT: True that the newer V5 could be buggy but first try the port triggering/forwarding and see if it helps. Other choices would be WRT54GL or WRT54G pre version5.
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]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15838344 Wed, 05 Apr 2006 23:33:01 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15838334 j0nnyb1aze : Ok, before you go returning things...

Unless you plan on installing third party firmware, the v5 should be ok for you.

As far as skype goes, you'll probably have to forward the port that it uses to the comp that you plan on using it on.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15838334 Wed, 05 Apr 2006 23:31:39 EDT Re: WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15838298 ibanez73 : Thanks for the reply and help.So better off to return and change to version 4 i'll let him know.Again thanks a lot.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15838298 Wed, 05 Apr 2006 23:25:15 EDT v5 WRT54G's suck... http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15838256 qworster : Linksys took a GREAT product and killed it when they came out with the v5 WRT54G.

Most people who have bought the v5 units are unhappy with them.

The best thing you can do is take it back to the store, get your $$ back, and go to Walmart and look for a V4 unit.

If you look around a bit here, there are ways of identifying the different versions of the router. All are good except v5.

Good luck.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15838256 Wed, 05 Apr 2006 23:18:30 EDT WRT54G version5 http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15837974 ibanez73 : Hello to all!!!
I hope i'm ok to post here if not please feel free to move in proper forum.I installed a linksys router WRT54G V5 on my brother's computer acer laptop (by telephone we live 500miles apart and he's a first time computer owner;so very green but doing the best he can...lol) I've set everything up by remote assistance through windows xp and have installed skype 2.0.0.97
to be able to communicate through web cam and/or just mic.All works excellent until we connect the router.I'm up to where i can connect through both remote and skype but after a few minutes it cuts out.Skype shuts down and remote assistance disconnects.After various phone calls to microsoft and to linksys i still have the same problem.I figure i have to open a port but which one.(windows firewall disactivated)I don't mind leaving remote assistance like that since i won't connect very often and this shows me the router is doing its job but i do want the skype to work properly in order to communicate.I use this with all my other contacts and its the best program for that.Like i said i just disconnect router and all is excellent.Is there a way to configure it and if yes how do i do it.Like i said i'm 500 miles away and am doing this by phone or through remote assistance when the router is out of the picture.Any and all help is greatly appreciated.Thanks]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,15837974 Wed, 05 Apr 2006 22:33:45 EDT