WEP Error I am trying to install a Medialink wireless USB adapter MWN-USB54G to my laptop. When entering the WEP security key, it auto-corrects upper case letters into lower case. This is preventing me from connecting to the internet, as I believe the security key is case sensitive. Anyone know how to fix this? Everything else says it is installed correctly, and "connected" to the wireless network. WEP Error I am trying to install a Medialink wireless USB adapter MWN-USB54G to my laptop. When entering the WEP security key, it auto-corrects upper case letters into lower case. This is... » Read More WEP Error I am trying to install a Medialink wireless USB adapter MWN-USB54G to my laptop. When entering the WEP security key, it auto-corrects upper case letters into lower case. This is preventing me from connecting to the internet, as I believe the security key is case sensitive. Anyone know how to fix this? Everything else says it is installed correctly, and "connected" to the wireless network. « Show Less
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I've run into a simular problem when configuring other devices (e.g. TiVo). It turned out that I had to tell the device the key I was specifying was supposed to be hex instead of ASCII. E.g., 0x66B3... is different than the characters 66B3... I'm wondering if this is the same problem I'm having connecting my Kindle. Is there some way to specify that the key is in hex vs. ASCII?
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There are helping web pages on the net that tell you significantly more than their instructions. As I remember it best to use a laptop because you first need to change its network address but to change its you need to change your networks address on you laptop. I do recall the last Wansview I purchased seemed to have a better instruction set. I will look for the web page and post!
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Same problem. I got a faster and better router and upgraded my mps from 20 to 50. Still drops a lot (Default gateway not found)... Bought a external USB wireless adapter and now it works perfectly. Well not perfectly, it is like a spare tire; quick fix but does not really solve problem. A computer this expensive shouldn't need an auxiliary part that sticks out the side.
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I can't get it to hook up to my wireless network because apparently the network is WEP secured. I can get my work laptop to hook up when I bring that home with no issue, so thought it was fine. NOPE! It won't work. When I did a search online I found that this is a common issue with others and there's nothing you can do about it. :-( I bought it so my son can play downloaded games and watch YouTube. Guess I wasted my money and got his hopes up for nothing.
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Depends on the firmware version, but this tip may help: http://www.linuxquestions.org/questions/linux-wireless-networking-41/linksys-wusb54gc-v3-lucid-10-04-fine-out-of-box-w-minor-change-821123/
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The Belkin N150 adapter supports WPA, WPA2, 64-bit WEP. Try changing your SSID and Passphrase. What security mode are you using? What error message are you getting when you connect to your WiFi? Send us an email at BelkinCares@belkin.com so we can further assist you.
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Hi, I am having the same problem. It worked fine and then DATA Led stopped. Medialink support could not troubleshoot and advised to return product. I believe I reset (by pressing the button) but how can you reset without having the device plugged in? Do you go inside the hole where it says reset with a paperclip (like a mac?). Please advise. Would be great if Medialink would offer this solution! THanks in advance.
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I have a Gateway desktop running Win8. To me it was plug and play. Error 678?. Are you plugging a phone line capable of receiving fax to it(No Magic Jack, etc.) ?. If so, do you know if you need to dial a prefix (1, 9, etc.)?
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Thanks for your help. Unfortunately I still am having no success. I tried "Keytweak" it seemed to work - I hit "apply" and restarted the computer but nothing had changed. I tried sharpkeys and am unable to get it to work - get an error message. I tried downloading .NET framework (2.0) and get an error message when I try to install it. I have a brand new ASUS eee PC 1000HA. I am wondering why I am having such a difficult time with this. Any other suggestions??thanks,John Helm
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YES - I just installed a used WRE54G with 1.0 firmware (no ethernet port) and it had to be configured FIRST with WEP but then allowed WPA (Not WPA2)
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I have win xp, sp3, worked great, driver loaded with success, no problems except with everyone using secure connections, I could not connect for internet, maybe in a big city where leftover signal is available, it would be great. I can see all my neighbors on line but like I said, everything is password protected so I could not connect for wifi.
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I don't have a clue to if my cable is sheilded or not!! I have Cox Wi-Fi which my Smartphone also picks up......my problem is....I bought a refurb-Notebook which is asking for a "Network Security Key"?? Called Netgear they said they'd give me the key for $39.95...WTH?
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Yes I have! I have a 6 year old Netgear router (need to get a newer one) and a $30-40 CISCO USB wireless adapter plugged into the WD Media Player. My computer is in the back of the house connected to the router/internet.My video streams perfectly, no skipping or buffering, just continuous uninterrupted streaming. I don't know what I can say to help.. You tried the automatic detection? Must be that your network has an issue. Is the YouTube software working but not able to see files on your computer?
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I had the same issue, so what I did I changed the router to WEP instead of WPA or WPA2 and it has been working fine ever since,, I know security wise is not good but had to make it work some how,, Hope it helps for you too, try it don't have nothing to lose!
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Have you contacted the MediaLink support? Medialink Customer Support856-216-8222support@medialinkproducts.comTue-Sat 9am to 6pm EasternI am using the Medialink successfully, but do have DSL via the phone company and have a wireless router in my configuration. Ask the experts here - the Medialink folks. Best wishes!
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Here's what the booklet says:PC with available USB slot; minimum 300MHz processor and 32MB memory (the memory must be for the software install, which for me was unnecessary); Windows 2000, XP, XP 64-bit, Vista 32-bit and 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit and 64-bit. Limited support for Linus or Mac. 802.11n or 802.11b/g Access Point. If your wireless network has a password on it (mine did), you'll need the password to connect to the network. If you are using Kaspersky or Zone Alarm software, it must be disabled prior to using. All of this to say that it SHOULD work with your HP laptop running Windows XP. Like an earlier post said, try it and if it doesn't, return it. Here's what the booklet says:PC with available USB slot; minimum 300MHz processor and 32MB memory (the memory must be for the software install, which for me was unnecessary); Windows 2000, XP, XP 64-bit, Vista 32-bit and 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit and 64-bit. Limited support for Linus or Mac. 802.11n or 802.11b/g Access Point. If your wireless network has a password on it (mine did), you'll need the password to connect to the network. If you are using Kaspersky or Zone Alarm software, it must be disabled prior to using. All of this to say that it SHOULD work with your HP laptop... » Read More Here's what the booklet says:PC with available USB slot; minimum 300MHz processor and 32MB memory (the memory must be for the software install, which for me was unnecessary); Windows 2000, XP, XP 64-bit, Vista 32-bit and 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit and 64-bit. Limited support for Linus or Mac. 802.11n or 802.11b/g Access Point. If your wireless network has a password on it (mine did), you'll need the password to connect to the network. If you are using Kaspersky or Zone Alarm software, it must be disabled prior to using. All of this to say that it SHOULD work with your HP laptop running Windows XP. Like an earlier post said, try it and if it doesn't, return it. « Show Less
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I had a wirless connection problem that had to do with my encryption passphrase for the router having non-standard characters. Changed the passphrase and all is well.