MRGERBIK
join:2004-06-28
Santa Clara, CA
| SBC-DSL + router = dropped connections
Please forgive me if i missed a previously posted solution to this problem.
I bought a Linksys WRT54GS wireless router and set it up on my PC (Windows XP). I am able to get it running, but after 5-10 minutes my connection will get dropped. I see the 'network cable unplugged' message pop up on my monitor (though nothing has been disconnected). I then have to go back and eventually reconnect.
I have SBC-Yahoo DSL and have heard that SBC doesnt like you to use any routers other than the ones they will sell you and therefore make it difficult for you to do the networking on your own. Has anyone had this problem and solved it? (or can point me in the direction of a solution)
thanks |
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DaSneaky1D
one wall to block them all
Premium,MVM
join:2001-03-29
The Lou
 ·Charter Pipeline
| SBC doesn't support 3rd party networking equipment. Your problem is more than likely related to your NIC droping the connection with your router, or your router having a bad port.
Try moving the LAN cable to a different port and see what happens. If you still see drops, you may want to upgrade the firmware on your router. If that doesn't help, please post back. You may even want to look at the Linksys forum for help there!
SBC, though, is not the cause of this issue.
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MRGERBIK
join:2004-06-28
Santa Clara, CA
| reply to MRGERBIK
cool i will look at the linksys forum.
I spent a bit of time on the phone with linksys the other day (switching ports, switching cables etc.). The only thing I havent done is upgrade the firmware.
pardon my ignorance, but what is 'NIC'
Thanks for your help  |
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hynder
@swbell.ne | reply to MRGERBIK
NIC=Network Interface Card |
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rswift
Premium
join:2002-07-16
Overland Park, KS
| reply to MRGERBIK
For the past couple of weeks, I've been getting dumped from my NAT/PPPoE connection at least a couple of times a day. The same configuration has worked flawlessly for about 3 years, so I was starting to suspect SBC was dumping me. I use a SonicWall firewall with NAT/PPPoE and a SpeedStream 5360. Still digging into the problem. Another interesting issue is that the SonicWall tries to reconnect automatically, but I have to completely recycle the modem before I can get reconnected. I even tried my old 5260 modem with the same result. I don't see any glaring issues looking in the SonicWall log file.
Any thoughts on this one? |
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DorkLord
Premium
join:2004-06-01
Richardson, TX
| reply to MRGERBIK
"I see the 'network cable unplugged' message "
This is your machine telling you that it has lost the pysical connection to whatever it was plugged into. a.k.a. the connection between your computer and the router.
"For the past couple of weeks, I've been getting dumped from my NAT/PPPoE connection at least a couple of times a day. I have to completely recycle the modem before I can get reconnected. I even tried my old 5260 modem with the same result. "
I would get someone to look at the line and try to trend the drops. |
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Frohike
Premium
join:2000-07-23
Waxahachie, TX
| reply to rswift
said by rswift  :
For the past couple of weeks, I've been getting dumped from my NAT/PPPoE connection at least a couple of times a day. The same configuration has worked flawlessly for about 3 years, so I was starting to suspect SBC was dumping me. I use a SonicWall firewall with NAT/PPPoE and a SpeedStream 5360. Still digging into the problem. Another interesting issue is that the SonicWall tries to reconnect automatically, but I have to completely recycle the modem before I can get reconnected. I even tried my old 5260 modem with the same result. I don't see any glaring issues looking in the SonicWall log file.
Any thoughts on this one?
You've had DSL for 3 years....have you had the Modem that long too? If so, possible the modem is going bad. Other than that...not sure. Is your modem near anything that could cause electrical interference( the usual tier1 stuff). |
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Cybertoad
join:2001-11-08
Houston, TX
| reply to MRGERBIK
3 years is getting to the life of the modem.
I would definitely consider replacing it ...
If you are currently at the end of your SBC contract
and start a new contract, you can get another FREE modem
just by asking for it. Unfortunately, you can only get
the modem FREE at contract renewal time. Any other
time, you'll be charged $99 for the modem.
(Or to put that in plain English, SBC will allow you
one FREE modem per yearly contract)
If you are currently in the middle of your contract and
outside of warranty, your best bet might be to go to
someplace like Micro Center, Best Buy, or CompUSA to
pickup a new modem. You can often find a DSL modem
there for less than SBC's $99 price tag and often
better modems too! |
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MRGERBIK
join:2004-06-28
Santa Clara, CA
| reply to DorkLord
This is your machine telling you that it has lost the pysical connection to whatever it was plugged into. a.k.a. the connection between your computer and the router.
yeah its weird, because its hardwired and the plug hasnt been removed at all. i am thinking the router is bunk so i may trade it in for another |
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MRGERBIK
join:2004-06-28
Santa Clara, CA | reply to rswift
so I was starting to suspect SBC was dumping me
that was my concern, that SBC was dumping me because i was using a 3rd party router. my neighbor says that there is a way around this, but i havent had the time to get him to show me |
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DorkLord
Premium
join:2004-06-01
Richardson, TX
| reply to MRGERBIK
"that was my concern, that SBC was dumping me because i was using a 3rd party router. my neighbor says that there is a way around this, but i havent had the time to get him to show me"
There is no way for any sbc equipment to tell what you are using to auth with it is all PPPoE.
If you are getting dropped its not a sinister plan targeting people using non-sbc routers  > |
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rpoling
join:2002-11-16
Dallas, TX
| reply to Cybertoad
Really dumb question - how do I know when I'm near the end of my contract? I've had SBC DSL for years....and a phone company guy selling me long distance just recently changed my DSL - re-rated it or something. Have I missed an opportunity to upgrade my modem? Do I have to call??? WHINE! |
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rswift
Premium
join:2002-07-16
Overland Park, KS
| reply to Frohike
said by Frohike :
You've had DSL for 3 years....have you had the Modem that long too? If so, possible the modem is going bad. Other than that...not sure. Is your modem near anything that could cause electrical interference( the usual tier1 stuff).
Had my original 5260 when I noticed the pattern, so I dug out the unopened box with the 5360 in it (from last service upgrade) and got exactly the same thing. Everything else seems to be the same. I'm noticing, in addition to random drops, a few times a day when the speed goes to nearly nothing for a while, then gradually comes back. I'm collecting data via line quality, ping, and speed tests.
Maybe SBC is working in my area, and the tech support folks I've talked to are just unaware. |
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DorkLord
Premium
join:2004-06-01
Richardson, TX | reply to MRGERBIK
As long as you are not getting the network cable is unplugged message you should post in the SBC direct forum. Would point to a line issue and they are best way IMHO as we got good peeps in there. |
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Frohike
Premium
join:2000-07-23
Waxahachie, TX
| reply to rswift
said by rswift :
said by Frohike :
You've had DSL for 3 years....have you had the Modem that long too? If so, possible the modem is going bad. Other than that...not sure. Is your modem near anything that could cause electrical interference( the usual tier1 stuff).
Had my original 5260 when I noticed the pattern, so I dug out the unopened box with the 5360 in it (from last service upgrade) and got exactly the same thing. Everything else seems to be the same. I'm noticing, in addition to random drops, a few times a day when the speed goes to nearly nothing for a while, then gradually comes back. I'm collecting data via line quality, ping, and speed tests.
Maybe SBC is working in my area, and the tech support folks I've talked to are just unaware.
Try it straight without the router, if it does the same thing, then it might be wiring problem or a problem in the Central Office. Basically, sounds like ASI may need to get involved to check things out. If the connection stays solid without the router, then you might've found the problem. |
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MRGERBIK
join:2004-06-28
Santa Clara, CA
| reply to DorkLord
As long as you are not getting the network cable is unplugged message you should post in the SBC direct forum. Would point to a line issue and they are best way IMHO as we got good peeps in there.
well i was getting that message, but i went and traded in my router for a different brand and it worked seamlessly last night, so i think i may be ok
thanks for the help |
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rswift
Premium
join:2002-07-16
Overland Park, KS
3 edits | reply to Frohike
said by Frohike :
said by rswift :
said by Frohike :
Try it straight without the router, if it does the same thing, then it might be wiring problem or a problem in the Central Office. Basically, sounds like ASI may need to get involved to check things out. If the connection stays solid without the router, then you might've found the problem.
It's happened again several times in the last hour or so. I'm collecting information via my SonicWall log file. I've watched the modem lose it a couple of times, but the router always reconnects. I did have to recycle the router once because it couldn't re-establish a PPPoE connection. I'm not suspecting the SonicWall is the problem at this point, but I'll collect some more information, and if that proves useless, I'll bypass the router, and see if the problem goes away.
I won't be able to live without printer for more than a day, though, and it's only connected via the network. I'll have to reconfigure IP's to test connection without router, so I'm considering that a last resort.
I'll attach my sonicwall log as it stands right now, for amusement. If the times can be checked against network information at ASI, maybe a correlation can be made.
UPDATE: As of this morning, my PPPoE connection was lost 7 times in the last 8 hours. Updated log file attached. Increase in frequency in the early hours of this morning.
Now THAT's what I call a dynamic IP address! |
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Nip
join:2002-12-11
Tonkawa, OK
1 edit | I've been seeing the same problem for a few weeks now. My modem stays all lights on, but I lose the I'net Conn. icon in the system tray and the only way to get it back is to power down the modem. I may keep my eyes open for another modem at Staples, any suggestions or things to beware of? I'm currently using a 5262 Extended Reach version through a Linksys BEFSX41 Cable\DSL Firewall Router. Any help is appreciated. Should I request help in the SBCDirect tech forum? |
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slowazhell
join:2001-08-09
Bradley, IL
| reply to MRGERBIK
Just moved to OK from Chicago and had DSL there. I just bought the same router and am having the same exact issue. That's how I found your post. I think it is affecting my line whether router is connected or not. Just got the new 5100 modem and am using it. I think I will hook up my old 5260 and see what happens now |
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dragger
Premium
join:2002-06-19
Festus, MO
 ·AT&T Southwest
| reply to rswift
I'm getting the same behavior here. I posted a message last week and only got one reply, from a user who was having the same problem.
I have excellent speed when I'm connected, but I'm experiencing 1 to 4 drops daily according to my monitor log.
I'm using my original 5360 (forgot to ask for a new model when I renewed to Expert Plus in Feb) and a Linksys BEFSR41, both about 14 months old.
I hate to bother the techs over in support, but it doesn't appear anyone here has any suggestions for a problem that seems to be hitting more than a few users lately. |
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