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March 22nd, 2006 15:00
Cannot reset ISP address
I'm having a problem with connecting my Dell Dimension 4600 computer to the internet via my cable modem.
I contacted my ISP and we discovered that I had an ISP address that starts with 169. We attempted to "reset the stack" but were unable to do this. The ISP technician said it was a problem with the computer's software and referred me to Dell.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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BBraxton
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March 22nd, 2006 16:00
I think all the "169" address means is that you are not connecting (which is kind of circular reasoning)
In other words, I think that "address" has special meaning and is actually like an error code.
I would try using Device Manager to "Remove" (logically) the network adapter and then let Windows discover it again upon shutdown and re-boot
dogg30
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March 22nd, 2006 17:00
BBraxton
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March 22nd, 2006 17:00
At "My Computer" use RIGHT-click
From the drop down, select "Properties"
Click "Hardware" (TAB)
Click "Device Manager" button
Mike3063
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March 23rd, 2006 18:00