How to connect my Windows ME computer to my router?

Heero Yuy · 09-24-2006, 10:06 AM

Hi. I have 3 computers that are all connected to the internet via a D-Link DI-604 router. 2 computers are on Windows XP but one of them is on Windows 98. Here's my problem : Yesterday I wanted to upgrade the Windows 98 computer to Windows Millenium, and I did, but it won't connect to the internet. You see, I've formated many computers before but they were all Windows XP systems, and WinXP automatically detects your router when you install it so you don't have to do anything, but WinMe doesn't have automatic detection and manual configuration is beyond my capabilities. You're probably wondering how the hell did I manage to do it on the Win98 before? I didn't, some tech guy did :) I opened the command prompt and typed winipcfg and everythink was filled with zeros. No IP address, no nothing. I checked the router to see if the green light was on, and it was, no problem there. I'm really desperate, plz help me

**johnwill** · 09-24-2006, 12:25 PM

First off, I don't consider ME to be an upgrade of 98, but that's another topic. Why did you feel the need to do that?

In truth, ME should connect just like any other version of Windows. The IP address of all zeros leads me to believe you have a driver and/or NIC installation issue. Did you load the motherboard drivers for the machine?

**Cellus** · 09-25-2006, 11:03 AM

There is a utility you should be able to use, which is the Windows IP Configuration GUI tool.

Go to Start -> Run... -> winipcfg

Once it opens up, press the "Release All" button followed by the "Renew All" button. This will force your computer to grab a proper IP address through your router's DHCP.

But yes I'm with John on this one... you "upgraded" to Windows ME? Windows ME is notoriously shoddy compared to Windows 98... nevermind, it is another topic.

09-24-2006, 10:06 AM	#1 (permalink)
Heero Yuy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 1 OS: Windows XP Professional	How to connect my Windows ME computer to my router? Hi. I have 3 computers that are all connected to the internet via a D-Link DI-604 router. 2 computers are on Windows XP but one of them is on Windows 98. Here's my problem : Yesterday I wanted to upgrade the Windows 98 computer to Windows Millenium, and I did, but it won't connect to the internet. You see, I've formated many computers before but they were all Windows XP systems, and WinXP automatically detects your router when you install it so you don't have to do anything, but WinMe doesn't have automatic detection and manual configuration is beyond my capabilities. You're probably wondering how the hell did I manage to do it on the Win98 before? I didn't, some tech guy did :) I opened the command prompt and typed winipcfg and everythink was filled with zeros. No IP address, no nothing. I checked the router to see if the green light was on, and it was, no problem there. I'm really desperate, plz help me

09-24-2006, 12:25 PM	#2 (permalink)
johnwill Manager, Networking Forums Microsoft MVP Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: S.E. Pennsylvania, US Posts: 45,495 OS: Windows 7, XP-Pro, Vista, Linux	First off, I don't consider ME to be an upgrade of 98, but that's another topic. Why did you feel the need to do that? In truth, ME should connect just like any other version of Windows. The IP address of all zeros leads me to believe you have a driver and/or NIC installation issue. Did you load the motherboard drivers for the machine? __________________ If TSF has helped you, Tell us about it! or Donate to help keep the site up! Microsoft MVP - Windows Desktop Experience

09-25-2006, 11:03 AM	#3 (permalink)
Cellus Moderator Networking Team Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 2,664 OS: Windows Vista Business SP1, Windows XP Professional SP3 My System	There is a utility you should be able to use, which is the Windows IP Configuration GUI tool. Go to Start -> Run... -> winipcfg Once it opens up, press the "Release All" button followed by the "Renew All" button. This will force your computer to grab a proper IP address through your router's DHCP. But yes I'm with John on this one... you "upgraded" to Windows ME? Windows ME is notoriously shoddy compared to Windows 98... nevermind, it is another topic. __________________ TSF Networking Team Virus/Trojan/Spyware Removal Help Donate!