I have a Netgear 802.11b 4 port wireless router connected to a broadband modem from Cincinnati Bell. It appears to be working correctly, based on I can send and receive mail on my desktop as well as acess the web. The desktop is connected by cable to the router as well as 2 other desktops.
You haven't said what internal wireless card you have, but I can tell you to use the Downloads tab above and get the latest driver for it if it is a Dell or Dell-supported card, and also to get the latest firmware for the Netgear from their site. Also search the Inspiron - Network forum for other's experiences with the Netgear routers.
The problem is that you're probably using Zoomtown and Fuse.net. Can you access the internet from your I8200 using a wireless connection? Open a DOS window (Command Prompt) and type ipconfig and press Enter. If you post the results it may give us a better idea what the problem is.
The problem turned out to be self imposed, like shooting one's self in the foot. I had disabled the internal modem earlier, so I could use my cell to acess the web. Everything is now working fine and thanks for all the help and the time put into it. must have been one of those senior moments.
Are you using the I8200's internal modem for a dial-up connection to the internet and to get email? You should be able to access the internet and get email through your internal wireless card through the wireless router and broadband modem.
I use my cell phone to log onto the web when I am out in my RV. I have to use sprint pcs for data transfer. When at home or in an area where it is avaiable I use wireless. I hope I am answering what you need to know. The sprint hookup on my phone is only about a 14.4 hook up, but for only $5 a month I can live with it. If you guys know of a faster way, let me know.
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November 3rd, 2003 03:00
crunch1
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November 3rd, 2003 13:00
John,
I have a Netgear 802.11b 4 port wireless router connected to a broadband modem from Cincinnati Bell. It appears to be working correctly, based on I can send and receive mail on my desktop as well as acess the web. The desktop is connected by cable to the router as well as 2 other desktops.
Thanks,
crunch1
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November 3rd, 2003 19:00
Cliff K
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November 5th, 2003 00:00
Crunch1,
The problem is that you're probably using Zoomtown and Fuse.net.
Can you access the internet from your I8200 using a wireless connection? Open a DOS window (Command Prompt) and type ipconfig and press Enter. If you post the results it may give us a better idea what the problem is.
Cliff
crunch1
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November 5th, 2003 00:00
The problem turned out to be self imposed, like shooting one's self in the foot. I had disabled the internal modem earlier, so I could use my cell to acess the web. Everything is now working fine and thanks for all the help and the time put into it. must have been one of those senior moments.
crunch1
Cliff K
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November 5th, 2003 01:00
Crunch1,
Are you using the I8200's internal modem for a dial-up connection to the internet and to get email? You should be able to access the internet and get email through your internal wireless card through the wireless router and broadband modem.
Cliff
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November 7th, 2003 17:00
I use my cell phone to log onto the web when I am out in my RV. I have to use sprint pcs for data transfer. When at home or in an area where it is avaiable I use wireless. I hope I am answering what you need to know. The sprint hookup on my phone is only about a 14.4 hook up, but for only $5 a month I can live with it. If you guys know of a faster way, let me know.
crunch1