Dropped Signal with WRT54GS

I have a WRT54GS model, and ever since we purchased it, all of our devices connected to it will occasionally randomly lose connection for no apparent reason. It can happen from multiple times a day to a few times a week. Seeing as I am a gamer and that dropped connections can really ruin an online game, this is a real problem. I have tried changing the channel several times, but this does not seem to work. Has anyone else had this problem? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Also, I am not exactly very tech-savvy when it comes to networking, so it would be a huge help if you could explain any solutions step by step and with a lot of detail. Edit: To reestablish my connection, I just unplug the router and plug it back in, and it works. I don't know if that matters or not, just thought it might help.
Message Edited by BillAnderson777 on 03-06-2008 06:45 PM

There are many causes for poor wireless connections, and many solutions. Sometimes the solution is simply to optimize each of the router's settings:
First of all, give your network a unique SSID. Do not use "linksys". If you are using "linksys" you may be trying to connect to your neighbor's router. Also set "SSID Broadcast" to "enabled". This will help your computer find and lock on to your router's signal.
Poor wireless connections are often caused by radio interference from other 2.4 GHz devices. This includes wireless phones, wireless baby monitors, microwave ovens, wireless mice and keyboards, wireless speakers, and your neighbor's wireless network. In rare cases, Bluetooth devices can interfere. Even some 5+ GHz phones also use the 2.4 Ghz band. Unplug these devices, and see if that corrects your problem.
In your router, try a different channel. There are 11 channels in the 2.4 GHz band. Usually channel 1, 6, or 11 works best. Check out your neighbors, and see what channel they are using. Because the channels overlap one another, try to stay at least +5 or -5 channels from your strongest neighbors. For example, if you have a strong neighbor on channel 9, try any channel 1 through 4.
Also, try to locate the router about 4 to 6 feet above the floor, in an open area. Do not locate it behind your monitor or near other computer equipment or speakers. The antenna should be vertical.
Also, in the computer, go to your wireless software, and go to "Preferred Networks" (sometimes called "Profiles" ). There are probably a few networks listed. Delete any network named "linksys". Also delete any network that you do not recognize, or that you no longer use. If your current network is not listed, enter its info (SSID, encryption (if any), and key (if any) ). Then select your current network and make it your default network, and set it to automatic login. You may need to go to "settings" to do this, or you may need to right click on your network and select "Properties" or "settings".
If the above does not fix your problem, download and install the latest driver for your wireless card.
Some users have reported improved wireless performance by switching from WEP to WPA encryption.
If you continue to have problems, try the following:
For wireless g routers, try setting the "Transmission Rate" to 54 Mbps.
If you still have trouble, download and install the latest firmware for your router. After a firmware upgrade, you must reset the router to factory defaults, then setup the router again from scratch. If you saved a router configuration file, DO NOT use it.
Hope this helps.
Message Edited by toomanydonuts on 03-07-2008 04:53 AM

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