[j12345]

It displays the list of available networks fine, and it evens connects properly. but when trying to use the internet (IE and FF) it just doesnt work.
diagnose connection problems doesent have a clue.

any ideas... Thanks

 

[dasleyefox]

Try going to start-run type cmd which will take you to a command prompt once there type in ipconfig then at next prompt type ipconfig /release and at next prompt type ipconfig /renew that should give you a good ip address then try getting online. If that doesn't work go to control panel click on system then on hardware then on device manager, check your network adapter maybe the drivers are not installed.

 

[j12345]

I have already done that, no joy ... Any other ideas

 

[drivenjesus]

You might try right clicking the network icon and repairing, which should automatically give you new IP address. (It is also possible to be connected to the network without being entirely online, such as when a WEP key is wrong.

You might want to try going to the Network Setup Wizard in the control panel and setting up a new network, it should ask for the network name, type of security, etc.

In the network name space simply put the name of the network you are trying to connect to.

Select the matching security settings. (Most home systems use WEP)

Enter the WEP key. (Usually 9-15 digits)
After the Network Wizard is done, it may automatically connect. If not, try restarting the computer, it should auto connect on login if you select "automatically connect to this network when available" in the dialog box when setting up the Network Wizards settings.

 

[j12345]

Still no joy.

By the way no wep, its open.