| [AB] BB50 disconnects about 1-2 times an hour the Modem doesn't go offline... lights dont reset... nothing flashes etc..its like its complete steady connection.
the problem is that LAN connection and wireless just disconnect for about 10 seconds at most..and then are back online. Ive never had it last longer than 10 seconds.
any idea what could be causing this? its not so bad since it isn't even downtown... but interrupting downloads and games is getting rather annoying. |
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ilianame
join:2002-06-05
Burnaby, BC
kudos:1 Reviews:
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1 edit | Noise issues on your local line are causing the modem to puke up and soft-reboot.
Solution: Pester tech support to issue service calls to:
1) Check the signal levels (Ignore the first reply that SNR = OK)
2) Check the building wiring
3) Check the pole hookup
4) Rewire everything up to the outlet
Things you could do yourself:
Remove any unnecessary splitters
Tighten all coaxial rings where they hook up to splitters/outlets/equipment
Make sure all cable used are appropriate gauge (thick cables)
Ensure that no coaxial wiring is wrapped around with high-voltage wires coming into premises (ludicrous)
Ensure that no coax cable is plugged into electrical wiring (lol)
etc
EDIT: I suppose I should l2read "the Modem doesn't go offline... lights dont reset... " |
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| If the lights on the modem don't change, my first thought it not signal, but your NAT/router being an issue.
Are you using your modem in Gateway mode? Or bridged mode?
What are you using for a router?
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tlhIngan
join:2002-07-08
Richmond, BC
kudos:1 | reply to Grafx
Yeah, if it's 10-30 seconds, it's most likely the router - DOCSIS takes far longer to negotiate and link up.
If you're using it in gateway mode - get it switched to bridged and get a GOOD router (not $20 crap. Expect to pay $100+ for something decent). Most likely you're doing something that exceeds its capabilities and when that happens, the router part reboots.
If you're using it in bridged mode - what kind of router are you using? BB50 demands more to handle the speeds and an old router like the WRT54G had a good run but isn't sufficient at all. |
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| said by tlhIngan:Yeah, if it's 10-30 seconds, it's most likely the router - DOCSIS takes far longer to negotiate and link up.
If you're using it in gateway mode - get it switched to bridged and get a GOOD router (not $20 crap. Expect to pay $100+ for something decent). Most likely you're doing something that exceeds its capabilities and when that happens, the router part reboots.
If you're using it in bridged mode - what kind of router are you using? BB50 demands more to handle the speeds and an old router like the WRT54G had a good run but isn't sufficient at all.
This sounds like a good test. Hook up a good quality router and see if it's just some protocol with high-connections causing resets. |
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tlhIngan
join:2002-07-08
Richmond, BC
kudos:1 | said by ravenchilde:This sounds like a good test. Hook up a good quality router and see if it's just some protocol with high-connections causing resets.
Apparently the test is the counterstrike test. Just load up counterstrike and bring up the server chooser - it creates a LOT of connections as it tests the latency to the server. Most cheap routers will reboot/hang/stall.
It doesn't have to be counterstrike - any multiplayer game that allows private servers and does ping tests to help you choose can be used, provided it's popular enough to have more than say, 100 servers at any time. Maybe TF2? |
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| eDonkey? :P |
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grafx
join:2012-03-05
T640H5 | reply to Grafx
I have CISCO DPC3825
Exact same issue as this guy is reporting
»homecommunity.cisco.com/t5/Wirel···p/488446
should i call shaw and ask for a new modem? |
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grafx
join:2012-03-05
T640H5 | reply to Grafx
Called shaw..they have no idea what is causing this and i have a service call for march 13=/ |
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ilianame
join:2002-06-05
Burnaby, BC
kudos:1 | Meanwhile...
Check your physical cables, tighten the rings on coax.
Make sure the splitters/connectors are not touching anything metal.
Remove any splitters you have access to between the outlet and the modem. |
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 ShawSean
join:2010-07-16
Vernon, BC
kudos:12 | reply to grafx
When you called in, did the agent say the modem was flapping (disconnecting) at all? Did he ask you to run directly connected to test for 24-48 hours to see if the problems persist?
I have a feeling that if the actual modem isn't losing connection the service tech that's coming out won't be able to do much other than replacing your modem.
If you send me you account details I'll investigate further for you tomorrow.
Cheers.
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Twitter - @Shaw_Sean |
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| reply to grafx
Try the SMC. Thats what I did and it fixed everything  |
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| SMC mdm that is. |
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@ShawShean
The computer that is disconnecting is DIRECTLY connected to the modem. It's wired. always has been since day of installation.
The wifi doesnt disconnect. the modem lights dont disconnect. Just lan shows disconnected for about 2 seconds. Happens randomly. In an 8 hour period could happen 3-8 times. varries once every 1-2 hours. Ive tried diff ports, diff ethernet cables, changed coaxiles everything. diff computers wired directly dont change anything.
with telus and rogers ive never experienced this. and yes im assuming the tech will just swap out the modem.
has this ever been reported with this modem? |
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ShawSean
join:2010-07-16
Vernon, BC
kudos:12 | grafx - Could you pm me your account details? I'll have a senior tech contact you to troubleshoot further.
Cheers.
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Sean
Twitter - @Shaw_Sean |
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grafx
join:2012-03-05
T640H5 | reply to Grafx
ive changed client lease time from 60 minutes to 9999 minutes. havent DC'ed since.. but might just be luck right now |
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ShawSean
join:2010-07-16
Vernon, BC
kudos:12 | Interesting, keep me posted on your results.
Cheers.
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Twitter - @Shaw_Sean |
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said by grafx:ive changed client lease time from 60 minutes to 9999 minutes. havent DC'ed since.. but might just be luck right now
Is that the client DHCP lease time on the DPC3825? |
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The computer's LAN showing disconnected for 2-3 seconds is definately interesting,
Wonders if the port flaps each time the DHCP request is renewed...
If this is the case, wonders what happens if I connect a 48 port switch with hosts to that port, if the port still continues to flap each time a request happens.
I'd replace the modem and see what happens after, very weird that changing the lease time appears to have fixed this.
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grafx
join:2012-03-05
T640H5 | reply to Grafx
since changing this i havent had a single disconnect. it appears this WAS the cause. although it surprises me. |
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