Can connect to wireless internet, but get "failed to connect to DNS" error: Anyone had experience with this error?
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I would try getting a new router and perhaps a new modem, or, better yet, take it somewhere that has a different wireless set up to see if it works before changing anything. When I bought the radio I had a 5 yr old linksys 802.11b router running off an even older RCA cable modem. I had similar DNS problems and tried everything described above and then some (including bypassing the router and plugging it directly to the cable modem) . The radio never acquired an internet connection. Aluratek support tried to help (a little) and concluded the radio was faulty. So, I got a new one and returned the old one to Amazon (Amazon doesn't really exchange, but has a decent return policy and will credit a return against your purchase of a replacement.) The replacement radio didn't work in exactly the same way the first one didn't. work Coincidentally, at about the same time we were about to switch internet service from comcast to fios, so I decided to keep the radio a few days and try it with the new service, during which time I entertained myself by playing mp3s off a thumb drive. After the new internet service (including new modem/WAP) was installed I turned on the Aluratek and (presto) it immediately connected to to the internet and played as advertised, and I have not had a problem since. By the way, I have had a Roku internet tuner (the kind that needs to plug into a stereo or powered speakers, not the table radio) and it never had a problem with the old modem and wireless. The Roku does seem to buffer faster and doesn't cut out nearly as much now, though.
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Paul, Appreciate the input. But, that's not it. It's been connected to the wireless network the whole time. Any other ideas? Anybody?
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I have no trouble with Wifi connection. I gave had the comp for quite sometime now. Hope this helps. Best.
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You may have to check the DNS settings. Even though, by default, it will be set to obtain IP from DHCP, somehow the DNS server settings are not taken automatically, you'll need to enter manually. Setup --&gt; Network --&gt; Wired LAN Setup (I use wired LAN, not wireless, I guess it will be the same) --&gt; DHCP (Auto) --&gt; Select "DNS (Manual)", press OK button, it will allow you to enter the DNS server address for your LAN, enter 4 digit DNS address and save the settings. Check the browser whether you are able to browse internet. Just for your information, the DNS server settings that are manually entered seem to be not saving permanently. Either a power off / power on, or just a reboot seem to be wiping this DNS setting. This is happening in my device, so I will enter the DNS address manually if at all I want to browse (very rarely I browse, so it is fine for me). May be your device stores it permanently. Check it out.
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Double check ips, subnet, gateway, all that.. I had to mess with network settings a bit to get it to connect. Then you can do use the proxy like everyone else is saying.
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I had the same problem but it was a wireless router problem. Called the 800 number for the router, was able to reset the router with some assistance and now everything works great.
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I assume it's a combined modem/router bought or rented from your ISP. The easiest workaround would be to buy a second wireless router, plug it into a line on the ISP router. You can then setup a wireless network using "your" router.
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Two suggestions are 1) Try the wired connection to perform setup. 2) Try your WiFi password.
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You might want to try and remove the program and then reinstall it. Making sure that the adapter is not pluged in. If that does not work then you may need to contact the tech for the computer and not the wireless adapter.
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I have no trouble with Wifi connection. I gave had the comp for quite sometime now.Hope this helps.Best.
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The model of kdlinks which I purchased will not connect by WiFi to a PC. There is another model available which will do this. Andy
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Yes, You will need To do port forwarding, I didn't ddns instead that, I got static Ip from my Internet service provider
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Did you configure the router to allow internet access? Open up everything on the router to test.
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Here's a link to a blog on line... this person had a similar problem, hopefully it'll help. Copy And paste The following to a browser. http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_xp-networking/reinstalled-xp-cant-connect-to-internet/e490678c-39fb-48ab-b7af-4994006e9c80.
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Well, I've tried everything I could think of and it still won't connect to my wireless-N router. Tried Acer support but they want to charge me an hourly rate over the phone!!! You buy their product which then doesn't seem to work and you have to pay them for tech support. What a scam!!! I'm returning mine to Amazon.
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Verify the DNS settings on the router are either on DHCP mode or an actual dns is set. I like using AT&T's DNS, 4.2.2.1 and 4.2.2.2
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Got mine to work thru our corp firewall by using the direct connect function, specifying my IP address (as given to me by my ISP) & using port 8111 (Netmeeting). Good luck!