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My local area connection says its connected but when I try to connect it doesn't work. when I uncheck the tcp/ip box i get the connected message when i check the tcp/ip box it says acquiring the address. help ive tried everything i can think of to fix this problem.
already tried that still getting acquiring network address:(
already tried that still getting acquiring network address:(
AnonymousMar 20, 2014
I look internet connection. ive checked the connection, it appears to be the computer dropping off the wireless internetI look internet connection. ive checked the connection, it appears to be the computer dropping off the wireless internet
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You didn't mention if your desktop is connected hardwired or wireless. Let's assume your desktop is connected hardwired via ethernet cable and your PC is saying that your are connected, then you need to check 2 things. First, TCP/IP settings, go to the network connections page of your PC and look for Local Area Connection. You need to right click on Local Area Connection and click on Properties. Then on the next page, look for Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) or Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) for Win Vista and Win 7 OS. You need to click on it to highlight it then click on Properties. On the next page, make sure that "Obtain an IP address automatically" and Obtain DNS Server address automatically" are both selected. Sorry if cannot give you a detailed walkthrough because you didn't mention the Operating System of your PC. Second, check Proxy Settings, open up Internet Explorer and click on Tools on the upper portion then click on Internet Options. On Internet Options page, click on the Connections Tab then click on the button for LAN settings. On the next page, make sure that the "Use Proxy Server for your LAN" is unchecked.
To change your network IP address in Windows XP, Vista, or 7:
1. Press the Windows Key and R
2. Type command and press Enter. This loads your DOS prompt
3. Type ipconfig /release then press Enter. This disables your internet connection
4. Go to your desktop, and right-click on something called Network Place or My Network Places (If you're using Windows Vista or 7, look for the Network and Sharing Center through Control Panel)
5. Click Properties. You should now see something called Local Area Connection or something similar
6. Right-click on your connection (titled Local Area Connection if you're using an ethernet cable or Wireless Network Connection if you're on WiFi) and click Properties
7. Under the General tab, double-click on the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
8. A new window appears. On its own General tab, click the box beside Use the following IP address
9. Type in ones until you fill the box up (it should read 111.111.111.111)
10. Press Tab. You'll notice the Subnet Mask section automatically fill sup with numbers
11. Click OK
12. Click OK to bring you back to the "Local Area Connection" screen
13. Right-click Local Area Connection and Click on Properties again
14. Again, under the General tab, double-click on the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
15. Select Obtain an IP address automatically
16. Click OK
17. Click OK
18. Go back to your DOS prompt, type "ipconfig /renew" and press Enter. This restores your internet connection.
By now, the network should've assigned a new IP address to your computer automatically.
Try manually locating ip address to your laptop
Right click on the local area connection icon and then click on Status, click on the properties this will help you to be able to Change the Local Area Connection Properties, Click on the Internet Protocol(TCP/IP) Click the properties button under then click on use this IP address provide the required IP address, Subnet mask and Default gateway and also click on use this DNS server address and then fill the field as necessary after try repairing the Local Area Connection.
Click Start > Search > Type in ncpa.cpl and press Enter.
Click System>Hardware > Device Manager
Click Network Adapters
Verify adapter present, enabled, and no error messages.
If error reported refer to OEM regarding error receiving
Open the Network Connections window.
Click on Start > Run > Type in ncpa.cpl and click OK.
Double-click on the Local Area Connection icon.
Click the Support tab.
Ensure that Address Type: says "Assigned by DHCP."
Ensure that the IP address is valid.
If both are correct, click the Repair button and then skip to Step 9.
If it does not say "Assigned by DHCP" click the General tab and then click Properties.
Select "Internet Protocol TCP/IP" and then click on the Properties button.
Ensure that the radio buttons are marked as "Obtain an IP Address automatically" and "Obtain a DNS Server address automatically" and click OK.
Click OK again to close out of the Local Area Connection properties.
Restart the system if any changes were made to the configurations.
Right-click on Local Area Connection and select Repair.
If the repair fails because the system is unable to flush the ARP Cache, the Routing and Remote Access service will need to be stopped and set to disabled.
Click Start>Run>Type services.msc >Click OK.
Double-click on Routing and Remote Access.
Click the Stop button.
Set Startup Type to Disabled and click Apply, then OK.
Restart system.
If the Repair fails to renew the IP address, ensure that all firewalls are disabled and try again.
If it still fails, reset the networking protocols.
Click Start>Run>Type CMD and click OK.
Type netsh int ip reset reset.log and press Enter.
Type netsh int ip delete arpcache and press Enter.
Type netsh winsock reset and press Enter. (SP 2 or later)
Type ipconfig /flushdns and press Enter.
Restart the system.
Windows Vista
Verify Ethernet adapter in device manger.
Click Start > Search > Type in ncpa.cpl and press Enter.
Click Hardware and Sound > Device Manager
Click Network Adapters
Verify adapter present, enabled, and no error messages.
If error reported refer to OEM regarding error receiving
Open the manage Network Connections window.
Click Start > Search > Type in ncpa.cpl and press Enter.
Right-click on Local Area Connection and select Properties.
Uncheck Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6).
Select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)" and then click on the Properties button. (Do Not Uncheck Version 4).
Ensure that the radio buttons are marked as "Obtain an IP Address automatically" and "Obtain a DNS Server address automatically" and click OK.
Click OK again to close out of the Local Area Connection properties.
Restart the system if any changes were made to the configurations, including unchecking TCP/IPv6.
Right-click on Local Area Connection and select Diagnose.
If Diagnose fails to renew the IP address, ensure that all firewalls are disabled and try again.
If it fails again, choose to "Reset the Network Adapter."
If it still fails, reset the networking protocols.
Click Start>All Programs>Accessories.
Right-click on Command Prompt and select "Run As Administrator"
Type netsh int ip reset reset.log and press Enter.
Type netsh int ip delete arpcache and press Enter.
Type netsh winsock reset and press Enter.
Type ipconfig /flushdns and press Enter.
Restart the system.
Windows 7
Verify Ethernet adapter in device manger.
Click Start > Search > Type in ncpa.cpl and press Enter.
Click Hardware and Sound > Device Manager
Click Network Adapters
Verify adapter present, enabled, and no error messages.
If error reported refer to OEM regarding error receiving
Open the manage Network Connections window.
Click Start > Search > Type in ncpa.cpl and press Enter.
Right-click on Local Area Connection and select Properties.
Uncheck Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6).
Select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)" and then click on the Properties button. (Do Not Uncheck Version 4).
Ensure that the radio buttons are marked as "Obtain an IP Address automatically" and "Obtain a DNS Server address automatically" and click OK.
Click OK again to close out of the Local Area Connection properties.
Restart the system if any changes were made to the configurations, including unchecking TCP/IPv6.
Right-click on Local Area Connection and select Diagnose.
If Diagnose fails to renew the IP address, ensure that all firewalls are disabled and try again.
If it fails again, choose to "Reset the Network Adapter."
If it still fails, reset the networking protocols.
Click Start>All Programs>Accessories.
Right-click on Command Prompt and select "Run As Administrator"
Type netsh int ip reset reset.log and press Enter.
Type netsh int ip delete arpcache and press Enter.
have you check your network connection,try to go control panel, check if you a network connection,check the driver of your ethernet on device maneger,if no driver install your lan installer,if your network is working properly,on network connection left click
local area connection properties.click tcp/ip,click properties and
type on the box your ip address manually example 192.168.0.1 and click that no. on the box to get your subnet mask,then close all until you get ip address manually,checking ip address on your network check on status,if you got manual ip address,then back again to network connection this time obtain your ip address on tcp/ip properties click obtain an ip automatically from modem,
besure to connect your modem on lan port.regards
please check under network connections if there is a "Network Bridge", if there is then simple delete it. If there is none, go to local area network>properties>uncheck TCP/IP then hit OK or close. Restart machine. After restart, go to local area network>properties>check TCP/IP then hit OK or close. Restart machine. This should fix the problem.
You may need to check your firewall settings and check the box to allow your new program access through the firewall. Check your connections under START, SHOW ALL CONNECTIONS and make sure the TCP/IP client is installed for your device. If it is, use DHCP for IP address handling by going to the LOCAL AREA CONNECTION PROPERTIES and under the INTERNET PROTOCAL (TCP/IP) client, click PROPERTIES and check the OBTAIN IP ADDRESS AUTOMATICALLY. If you have IP and DNS addresses in the boxes, write them down to re-enter if you need to.
Right-click on My Computer from the Start Menu or on the desktop.
Left-click on Properties.
Click on Device Manager on the left side under "Tasks".
Expand the Network Adapters and look for any yellow exclamation points. Make sure a card is listed.
If there are exclamation points, or if there is no card listed, you need to reinstall the card.
Set your IP address to configure Automatically (through DHCP):
Go to the Control Panel in your computer (in the Start Menu).
Go to Network & Sharing Center.
Under "Network", go to Local Area Connection and select "View Status". In new window, choose Properties at the bottom.
Scroll down "This connection uses the following items" list to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
Change to "Obtain an IP address automatically".
After you have changed this, restart computer.
Check to see if your network connection is on:
Go to the Control Panel in your computer.
Go to Network Connections. If you cannot see Network Connections, go to Network and Internet Connections and then go to Network Connections from there.
If there is a red X through the Local Area Connection, or the Local Area Connection is grayed out, double-click on the X to enable.
[x] Windows XP
Look for your Ethernet card:
Right-click on My Computer from the Start Menu or on the desktop.
Left-click on properties.
Go to the Hardware tab and click on Device Manager
Expand the Network Adapters and look for any yellow exclamation points. Make sure a card is listed.
If there are exclamation points, or if there is no card listed, you need to reinstall the card.
Set your IP address to configure Automatically (through DHCP):
Go to the Control Panel in your computer (in the Start Menu).
Go to Network Connections. If you cannot see Network Connections, go to Network and Internet Connections and then go to Network Connections from there.
Right-click on Local Area Connection and go to Properties.
Scroll down the "This connection uses the following items" list to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
Change to "Obtain an IP address automatically".
After you have changed this, restart the computer.
Check to see if your network connection is on:
Go to the Control Panel in your computer.
Go to Network Connections. If you cannot see Network Connections, go to Network and Internet Connections and then go to Network Connections from there.
If there is a red X through the Local Area Connection, or the Local Area Connection is grayed out, click on Local Area Connection and click "Enable."
[x] Macintosh OS X (10.4 or "Tiger")
Look for Network Cards:
Go to the System Preferences panel from the Dock or Apple Menu.
Open Network icon under Internet and Network.
This shows your current network settings. Green lights for each device means it is connected and red mean there is no connection.
Go to Show and then click on Built-in Ethernet.
Under the TCP/IP tab make sure "Using DHCP" is chosen under the top option.
Renew IP address. Hit "Renew DHCP" or change it to a manual address. Then restart and change it back to DHCP to renew the connection.
Set your IP address to "Configure Automatically using DHCP". Under the Ethernet tab make sure that configure is set to "Automatically". Click OK until you are back to the main System Preferences windows.
Check your privacy setting
Go to Sharing under Internet and Network in System Preferences
Under Services everything should be unchecked.
[x] Macintosh OS X (10.5 or "Leopard")
Look for Network Cards:
Go to the System Preferences panel from the Dock or Apple Menu.
Open Network icon under Internet and Network.
The left menu shows your current network settings. Green lights for each device means it is connected and red mean there is no connection.
Select Ethernet from the left menu. Go to Advanced.....
Under the TCP/IP tab make sure "Using DHCP" is chosen under the top option, "Configure IPv4".
Renew IP address. Hit "Renew DHCP" or change it to a manual address. Click OK.Then restart and change it back to DHCP to renew the connection.
Click OK until you are back to the main System Preferences window.
Check your privacy setting
Go to Sharing under Internet and Network in System Preferences
Under Services everything should be unchecked.
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Make sure your computer is clear of all viruses, spyware, and adware.
You most likley have your Local Area Connection TCP/IP settings incorrect.
In windows XP go to > Control Panel > Network Connections > RIGHT CLICK on Local Area Connection > Properties > Click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) > Then properties > Make sure that "Obtain an IP address Automaticly" and "Obtain DNS server automatticly" are checked. Once you make the change, Reboot and you should be good to go.
already tried that still getting acquiring network address:(
I look internet connection. ive checked the connection, it appears to be the computer dropping off the wireless internet
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