Question posted by dinkey420 on November 20th, 2010

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my netgear n300 usb adapter keeps disconnecting from the internet and i dont know how to fix it ive done reinstalled software and everything... it has got me confused... im running windows xp pro with service pack 2

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Answer #1: Posted by exotericroach on November 21st, 2010 1:17 PM
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There may be a couple of reasons for it disconnecting, here are a few things you can try.

1.) The channel (frequency) that the router is operating on is getting interference from other devices in the house (portable phones, cell phones, microwaves ect) to change the channel, you can log into your router by using a computer that is directly connected to the router, first open any internet browser, and in the address bar type: 192.168.0.1 OR 192.168.1.1 then you should be greeted with a prompt to add your username and password, generally the default username is admin or administrator, and the password is password or (blank) or 1234. Once logged in, look for wireless settings option.

In the wireless settings option you should see an option called channel or wireless channel or channel frequency. just select a channel that is at least four channels higher or lower than the current one selected. Save settings and test.

2.) the problem could be related to the drivers for your netgear n300, go to the netgear website select support home, enter your model number, then download appropriate drivers for your version of windows, update and test.

I hope this helps!


Shaun Michael Hawkins, A+ Certified, MCSE, Http://www.xtechnica.net

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