One computer in network slow

Anonymity · 07-15-2008, 10:49 AM

Hi,

I have two computers on a cable connection, using a Linksys NR041 router (rather old). The Internet connection on one computer is always fine, but the connection on the other computer is often a bit slower, and many times will not connect to the Internet at all (won't load pages in any browser, won't run Internet-based applications).

One thing I've noticed is if I unplug the power cable from the router, wait a few seconds, and plug it back in, then both computers connect fine, but eventually the quality of the connection on the problem computer deteriorates and the whole situation starts anew until I do it again.

Any ideas on what the problem could be, and what a permanent solution might be?

johnwill · 07-15-2008, 03:56 PM

I'd suspect malware on the machine that slows down.

Anonymity · 07-15-2008, 08:21 PM

I've done several virus/spyware scans with various programs and nothing came up.

**lazareth1** · 07-15-2008, 09:30 PM

Definetly see if there are new firmware updates for your router on the linksys website.

Anonymity · 07-15-2008, 11:05 PM

Well, that's the problem with my router; firmware updates are nonexistent.
I was thinking that could be the problem, which would mean I need a new router.

Basically I'm just trying to make sure so I don't waste money on a new router when the old one wasn't the problem.

**lazareth1** · 07-16-2008, 07:09 PM

Directly connect the modem to the slow computer, power cycle for 30 seconds and then switch back on. Surf for a wee bitty and see if you get the same problem. This should elimanate the router as a problem if slow down occurs again.

07-15-2008, 10:49 AM	#1 (permalink)
Anonymity Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 4 OS: Win XP	One computer in network slow Hi, I have two computers on a cable connection, using a Linksys NR041 router (rather old). The Internet connection on one computer is always fine, but the connection on the other computer is often a bit slower, and many times will not connect to the Internet at all (won't load pages in any browser, won't run Internet-based applications). One thing I've noticed is if I unplug the power cable from the router, wait a few seconds, and plug it back in, then both computers connect fine, but eventually the quality of the connection on the problem computer deteriorates and the whole situation starts anew until I do it again. Any ideas on what the problem could be, and what a permanent solution might be? Last edited by Anonymity : 07-15-2008 at 10:51 AM.

07-15-2008, 03:56 PM	#2 (permalink)
johnwill Manager, Networking Forums Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: S.E. Pennsylvania, US Posts: 30,228 OS: XP-Pro, Vista, Linux Blog Entries: 1	Re: One computer in network slow I'd suspect malware on the machine that slows down. __________________ If TSF has helped you, Tell us about it! or Donate to help keep the site up! Microsoft MVP - Windows Desktop Experience

07-15-2008, 08:21 PM	#3 (permalink)
Anonymity Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 4 OS: Win XP	Re: One computer in network slow I've done several virus/spyware scans with various programs and nothing came up.

07-15-2008, 09:30 PM	#4 (permalink)
lazareth1 Networking/Hardware Jedi Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Hong Kong, previously Fife in Bonnie Scotland Posts: 972 OS: Vista SP1, Ultimate My System	Re: One computer in network slow Definetly see if there are new firmware updates for your router on the linksys website. __________________ "Nothing is True, Everything is Permitted" JAFFA KREE!! Peace Through Power!!

07-15-2008, 11:05 PM	#5 (permalink)
Anonymity Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 4 OS: Win XP	Re: One computer in network slow Well, that's the problem with my router; firmware updates are nonexistent. I was thinking that could be the problem, which would mean I need a new router. Basically I'm just trying to make sure so I don't waste money on a new router when the old one wasn't the problem. Last edited by Anonymity : 07-15-2008 at 11:06 PM.

07-16-2008, 07:09 PM	#6 (permalink)
lazareth1 Networking/Hardware Jedi Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Hong Kong, previously Fife in Bonnie Scotland Posts: 972 OS: Vista SP1, Ultimate My System	Re: One computer in network slow Directly connect the modem to the slow computer, power cycle for 30 seconds and then switch back on. Surf for a wee bitty and see if you get the same problem. This should elimanate the router as a problem if slow down occurs again. __________________ "Nothing is True, Everything is Permitted" JAFFA KREE!! Peace Through Power!!