Network Connection dropping/reconnecting. "DNS Lookup Failed"
Hi, I've been having wireless network issues ever since we purchased a new router (Netgear n300) probably about one year ago. My laptop has no issues with other wifi connections, but when I am...
View ArticleForcing user logoff/switch user with Remote Desktop
Here's my issue, I would like to RDP to a Windows 7 laptop. Even with Administrative privledges, it will tell me "Waiting for user to respond". I would like to either switch users via RDP, or force...
View ArticleUnable to delete Windws Streaming location for deleted profile
I have deleted the main profile on my Lounge PC to clear up some issues, while keeping the user folder to copy back in the settings after creating a new profile of the same name. I always disable...
View ArticleNeed DOS command
For years I used to go into a DOS window, type the IP with something and the port, to see if it is open. If so I used to ban on my own server. Now I can't remember the command or port. Thanks
View ArticleLinksys Connection Woes - Default Gateway, DNS, etc..
Here's the story.. My roommate's computer, both of our phones, my 3DS, etc., can all connect to the Linksys Router, but my laptop has issues galore. It will connect, but I'll randomly lose connection....
View ArticleWindows 7 64 Bit Home Premium with Miracast Dongle.
Hi, I am sorry if this is in the wrong section of the forum, but I took a guess! I have recently bought the LG 42LA6608 Smart TV. I have been flicking through a horrendous amount of web pages...
View ArticleCant Access WIndows XP Machine form 7. Asks for a password [LAN]
hello, I am using Windows 7 64bit. I have another XP machine in my LAN. Windows 7 can see the Xp machine in the network tab. But when I try to access it, it prompts for a user name and password. I've...
View ArticleNetwork list of computers inaccurate
I'm working on a Win7 Ultimate x64 - (Up to date with latest updates) I have a small 'work' network with 9 computers on it. several Win7, one Win XP x64, one Win Xp, several Linux (5.10 and 6.5) The...
View ArticleRandom internet disconnection? more frequent during night
Hello, When i'm on my computer my internet randomly disconnects or get the yellow triangle sign and the problem is fixed when i restart my router. This mostly happens at similar times at 10pm and...
View ArticleMultiple VPN connection
Hello, guys. I have searched on Google but I couldnot find any solution. Please help me, There are one head office and 3 branch offices. They want to one PC can access all PCs and devices in these 3...
View ArticleMicrosoft Virtual WiFi Miniport Adapter....???
I found this quaint sounding entry in Device Manager (among network adapters) with driver dated 2006. Recommended update online search found one update but with a red lettered warning that I should not...
View ArticleWindows Not Requiring Password for Network Shares
I've got my desktop setup to share just a test directory, which is D:\Test. My sharing options are as shown: Image: https://www.wilderssecurity.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=240914&d=1388793774...
View ArticleWindows Backup won't connect to my network drive
I'm extremely frustrated with windows! I have been trying to backup my laptop files to a drive on my network. I am the admin and have full access to this drive yet windows backup refuses to allow it....
View ArticleWindows Remote Desktop Unable to Access MAC From Internal or External
1) Remote desktop access issue. 2) ISP is Zen Internet 3) FTTC connection 4) Netgear WNR3500L with FW V1.0.2.50_31.1.25NA 5) Windows Live Essentails from home network PC and Norton from Works PC
View Articlename/env variable for networked computers
I have a couple of computers running on a local network, connected via a Technicolor 105+ TC8305C (xfinity router) most are wired, but 2-3 are wireless. My ISP is comcast. I think we use cable....
View ArticleHomegroup Issues
For months (perhaps even years) I have been using the same homegroup with no issues. As of late my main desktop computer cannot seem to access the other computers on the homegroup. It can see the...
View ArticleDefault Gateway Not Available (Have Nvidia graphics card)
Hello, I got a PC from a buddy of mine for Christmas and when I wiped it and reinstalled Windows 7 64bit, I now cannot download anything large, watch youtube videos, and online gaming cuts out. I have...
View ArticleSolved Win7 won't connect to internet over "secondary" network adapter
Hi. I used to connect to the internet with cable broadband service going from the cable modem to my Asus RT-N15 router and then by wire to my desktop computer. This Asus network includes my NAS and...
View ArticleTeam viewer continuously not connecting repeatedly asking for proxy au
Hi I skipped getting the above problem. Even though Internet works for no issue with browsing. Internet Explorer proxy was set to auto detect and browsing was ok. But team viewer was asking for proxy...
View ArticleHomeGroup Loses Shared Printers
This is an on-going annoyance. I have a Home Group running on WiFi with two computers. All too often, when I run the Home Group troubleshooter I get a message that there is a new unshared printer, and...
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