I'm retarded and don't know how to connect the internets

Ron Burgundy · #1 11-22-2007, 09:08 AM

I just got a new laptop. When I plug it into my cable modem, the internet doesn't work. The little taskbar icon says "local area connection status: limited or no connectivity."

kerowo · #2 11-22-2007, 12:04 PM

Does the cable modem work with another computer? I'm guessing you opened a browser and didn't get a connection? Sometimes you'll need to log into the service before it works.

Ron Burgundy · #3 11-22-2007, 02:02 PM

Yea, the modem works. I'm using it in my desktop right now.

bdiddy12 · #4 11-22-2007, 09:22 PM

your modem probably still thinks its hooked into your desktop. when you hook the mdm into your new laptop, reset it by just unplugging it from the power for a minute or so. also restart your computer if that doesnt work

kerowo · #5 11-23-2007, 01:10 AM

Eventually you should get a router so your computers aren't going straight into the internets.

Ron Burgundy · #6 11-23-2007, 01:43 AM

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Eventually you should get a router so your computers aren't going straight into the internets.

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I've tried 2 different routers and couldn't get them to work.