BEFW11S4 v4 Keeps disconnecting / reconnecting

I know, this is an old model, and some people recommend upgrading this router, but I don't really want to for a minor problem like this.
So my problem is that I have a Linksys BEFW11S4 v4 router. Every now and then my internet will disconnect then then instantly (or almost instantly) reconnect. This is a pain when I am downloading large files or even chatting with friends and such on MSN/AIM. Now I'm not sure if this is a computer problem or a router or a modem problem. I'm just wondering if there is anyone here knows a solution to possibly fix this.
Other information
Windows XP SP3
Firmware: 1.50.14
Comcast Cable Internet (8Mbps download/768kbps upload) with power boost
Motorola SB5120 Cable Modem
(Edited subject to keep threads from stretching. Thanks!)
Message Edited by JOHNDOE_06 on 09-10-2008 09:22 AM

Yup, I just came back to give an update. After looking in this forum today I decided to have another look at the router tonight. I upgraded the firmware (I updated it a long time ago but it kept crashing with streaming media - a known problem - and I reverted to the older firmware at that time. I'll have to do some testing to see if I experience problems with streaming media) and then I reset it to factory configuration and started from scratch. Like I said, I'll have to do some testing with streaming media but the connection is definitely more solid so far.

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