IBook G4 WPA compatibility with Actiontec Modem Router

Installed Actiontec modem/router on my XP desktop, and enabled WPA encryption for wireless security. Strong signal on both the desktop and iPod Touch. However, my iBookG4 won't pick up signal unless I disable WPA security option. It should be compatible with WPA... Any options other than creating a WEP 26-digit key?

Hi halfbacks, and a warm welcome to the forums!
Is this the original 802.11b only card, or the extreme b/g card?

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Communicating with Actiontec modem/router

I have an Actiontec MI424WR Rev. F, working fine and serving a few devices.
One of them is a linksys E1200 router
Looking at:
advanced > IP Address Distribution > Connection List > DHCP Connections
I can see all devices except the Linksys E1200 router.
Embarrassing - but I know why I don't see it.
I (by mistake) 'clicked' the 'Remove' button just after making it 'static'.
The Linksys E1200 router is functioning. It is 'known' and recognized by Actiontec
as evident from: Main > My Network (as "192.168.1.7" )
And: My Network > Network Status
I was trying to 'clean' the setup and to this end,
I'm seeking expertise in communicating with this Actiontec modem/router,
so I can 'ask' it to redisplay the E1200.
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Did you assign the Linksys a static IP address in the Linksys WAN interface?
If so, it won't appear in the DHCP connection list, but will appear on the main status page and the network status page.
If you didn't assign the Linksys a static IP address in its WAN interface and it is getting its WAN IP address via DHCP, then it should reappear in the DHCP connection list the next time it renews its DHCP lease with the Actiontec, which could be as long as 12 hours since the Actiontec's LAN DHCP lease interval is 24 hours. You can force the Linksys to request a new DHCP lease by rebooting the Linksys.
BTW, the Actiontec is a MOCA capable router. It is not a modem.

LaPastenague can you help? TC is refusing to work with existing modem/router

My home office network setup is driving me mad! I've identified the issue - my TC is competing with my modem/router. What I haven't been able to do is fix the problem. I've tried setting it up as a bridge, tried turning off wireless and nothing has worked. Are you able to help before I throw an almighty tantrum?
Here's my set up:
* Primary computer is a MacBook Air which is on wireless 24/7
* Secondary computer is a MacBook Pro, also operating on wireless
* Time capsule is used as a server of sorts, to store all our files which are then accessed via the laptops. It's only a few months old.
* Router is also new (yes, someone sold us incompatible devices). It's a Netgear D6200.
* We've set up both a 5G and a 2.4G wireless network, but operate on 5G 99% of the time
* There are 2 x Airport Express in the house - one connected to the printer, one connected to the surround sound system
* There are also 2 x Apple TVs and 1 x iPhone connected to the network
Are you able to help me figure out the best setup? I know it's possible - I just can't figure out how to do it

I presume the modems you've suggested are all compatible with my apple devices? I read somewhere amidst your recommendations that apple doesn't play nicely with non-apple modem/routers.
Depends on brands.. Netgear is near the bottom.. overall TP-Link is pretty good.. they are certainly aware of the need to test against Apple products and special protocols, and tweak here and there to get better results.
It is important to understand though.. what I want you to do is basically turn the modem router into a dumb modem.. it will have no part in the network other than translation of ethernet packets to ATM phone networking packets. All the routing will be handled by the Apple router.
Yes, the Netgear is a wifi/DSL modem & router. I'm using wireless on the Netgear. I didn't turn wireless off on this device as I assumed I should be relying on that as my router given it was recommended instore. I'll give that a go now.
Shakes head::
Never ever believe what the salesman in the store tells you. He always has one at home that works perfectly with every piece of equipment you happen to have. And it fixes warts and herpes.. and most everything.. the bottle says snake oil. Apply liberally to dumb customers.
The reason I suggest a very cheap modem.. is that it will do nothing .. except translate packets. Ethernet to ATM.. ATM to Ethernet.. completely dumb.. You can bridge the Netgear but that seems a horrible waste.. I would prefer you to return it to the store for refund.. or at worst sell it off..
Even if you need to use it as a router.. which we are still getting to.. there is no need to use its wireless.
Anyway keep in touch with how it goes.
Are you in Oz? Who is your ISP?

EA6400 with a Telus Actiontec modem/router

I've been using the Telus modem/router for a while, and it has worked fine. Once we moved to the new place the signal got a little weak in the rooms farthest from the router, but its a little 2 bedroom single floor condo ... it's not that big. At any rate, our LG SMart TV was crapping out on Netflix, and we would get poor quality and the movie was having troubles playing without reloading, etc. So we though that buying a dual band router might fix it.
Here is how it is set up.
The main router is the Actiotec. It is plugged into the internet through a telephone cable - I believe this is DSL. The Actiontec wifi is on, and I am not bridging the router (I would rather not, as it looks a little intimidating, and the Telus HD boxes are connected to it. I have plugged the EA6400 into one of the 4 ethernet plugs, not WAN, using it as a secondary router.
The 5GHz is working great. Netflix is smooth and worry-free. But the 2.4GHz drops often, so we have to connect to the main router's wifi, which does not allow us to use the 6400's USB port for sharing printers, drives, etc.
Should I trade the Actiontec for a dedicated modem?
Is there a way to EASILY make the 6400 more stable?
Am I doing it right? I imagined being able to set up the 6400 as an AP ... was I wrong?
ANY help is appreciated!

As another suggestion, If the modem can't be bridged then see if the modem has a DMZ option and input the IP address the router gets from the modem and put that into the modems DMZ.

Issues with FIOS modem/router's wireless and multiple devices connected to the WLAN?

I am an IT consultant who was assisting someone with getting some devices connected to the fios wireless router and adding a wireless print server so they could print wirelesly.
I was having difficulty with one of their systems that was connected prior to me going on site.
It was having difficulty obtaining an IP from the WLAN, i tried reinstalling the adapter, removing stored wlan settings and setting it up again, etc.
When it did obtain an IP it could not ping the router.
I had left it suggesting that they replace the wireless adapter on that system.
However they're saying that after they shut down one of their other devices that i had connected (a netbook), that this problematic system started working fine.
It makes no sense that a wireless client would have an impact on another wireless client. We're only talking 4 total devices here, a netbook, a laptop, a wireless print server and a desktop in another area of the house that has a usb wireless adapter.
Does anyone have any ideas on if Verizon's wireless built in to the fios modem/router just isn't too good to handle multiple wireless devices?
After hearing this i was thinking they might have been better off configuring the fios router as a bridge and getting a better wireless router or shutting off the fios supplied wifi and implementing a wireless access point instead of using the router/modem that verizon provides.

By bridge I mean in the sense you see some of the early DSL setups configured before they started using multiport routers -- essentially bridging the WAN MoCA port to the LAN ethernet. The ActionTEC's won't do that. This is what I think most are seeking to do when they want to turn the device into a "bridge" (essentially making the Verizon unit "transparent" to the communication which in this scenario it can't be). You can do as suggested an turn the ActionTEC into essentially a "switch/bridge" that is only bridging the MoCA LAN and Ethernet LAN segments, but this then requires you to have an ethernet WAN feed from the ONT ... and as indicated, it is definitely not a "supported" configuration from Verizon (although there is nothing "wrong" with doing it this way if you are comfortable with networking and understanding the mechanics of all that is going on -- if not, sticking with a supported configuration is highly advisable).

Trouble using Airport Express Base Station with DSL modem, Router and Hub

About 18 months ago, I had an Airport (802.11b) with WAN & LAN ports and modem hooked up to support two laptops, a Titanium Powerbook G4/600 and G3/400. The setup went from DSL modem -> Linksys router -> to Airport -> Hub (which had desktop and ethernet laser printer plugged in). The network worked fine.
Then, I got a G4 iBook to replace G3/400. Wanted to get 802.11g to support “g” Airport card in iBook. Got a Linksys 802.11g Wi-Fi with 4-port router for $50. Hooked it up directly with DSL modem. (Couldn’t get it to send out to hub). Hooked the desktop and ethernet laser printer into Linksys Wi-Fi/router. The only way I could use the printer was by having it be a shared printer from the desktop. This was often problematic.
Two months ago, I got a refurbished Airport Extreme Base Station. I can’t get the AEBS to interface directly with the DSL modem, so I hooked it up as follows:
DSL modem -> Linksys router -> to AEBS -> Hub. I plugged my Epson 820 (USB) into the AEBS and can see it to print to.
I have a static IP. That info is entered into Linksys router. Router set as Gateway, with DHCP enabled. AEBS is set to Connect using Ethernet, Configure using DHCP. Network setting: Distribute IP Addresses is unchecked.
Here’s my issue:
I can’t see the ethernet laser printer. It will occasionally flash available, but is gone in less than a minute. The printer is HP 2100 series.
Sometimes I can connect to the desktop G4 tower; most times I can’t.
I have checked and double-checked the cables.
Both the printer and desktop are connected to the Hub.
What can I do so that I can see the HP 2100 series printer and the G4 tower?

Don,
Thanks for the suggestions. Glutton for punishment that I am, I tried this again, “just for grins.“ The six other times I tried this, I couldn’t get the AEBS to “see” the Internet. And lo, this time it worked. Here’s the setup now:
DSL modem -> AEBS -> 4-port hub (which is connected to G4 tower and HP 2100 Ethernet printer). My USB Epson is connected to the AEBS, and I can print from the laptops. AEBS is set up: manual IP info, Network: distribute IP address; share a single IP using DHCP.
When I still couldn’t see the desktop G4 and the Ethernet HP 2100 connected via the hub (not), I got a flash. I had swapped out the cable a number of times to no avail. Then I realized, the hub is old and all the cables I was using are the new CAT5s. I dug out an old four-wire with RJ45 connectors that my husband made years ago (probably a cross-over cable). It was quite an effort as the cable is 30 ft. long and wrapped around the perimeter of the office behind desks and file cabinets, entwined with all the other wires. But I plugged it in and, Shazam! I am WORKING!
And, Don, thanks to you, I have eliminated the router from my gaggle of electronic boxes.

Using airport express with 3com modem/router

Hi all,
I have a 3COM modem/wifi router with serial code 3CRWE754G72-A.
I recently purchased a MacBook Pro and to my dismay the wifi does not work with my Router (I have all latest updates etc.). I have no idea why, but apple support say its cos my router is crap and they dont support 3rd party routers (they checked my MBP and found nothing wrong with it apparently, connects to apple base stations no probs)... there are loads of threads on this topic of incompatible wifi routers with the MBP in the MBP discussion area so I wont go into details on that.
My question is: is there any way the airport express could be of use? From what I understand usually you can use it to extend your wireless network by adding it as a client to the existing network. However I am suspicious if it will pickup on my 3com wireless network... my MBP doesnt so I wouldnt be surprised if this didnt either!! Is it somehow possible to disable the wifi on my 3com router and connect it directly via ethernet to an airport express, and use the airport express solely for createing the wifi network?
Any other suggestions welcome!

My question is: is there any way the airport express could be of use?
The only thing the AirPort Express (AX) could possibly do is join the wireless network created by that router as a client. This would only give you the ability to use the AX's USB printer port and AX's audio output. This would NOT give you the ability to use the AX's Ethernet port.
If your MacBook Pro can't join the wireless network provided by that device, the AX probably can't either.
The AX can not be used to extend the network provided by that device nor can the AX's Ethernet port be enabled to allow you to connect your MacBook Pro. Both of these require compatibility with Apple's WDS which that device does not have.

How to connect linksys wrt120n with ubee modem+router on twc.

Hi,
I have a twc connection with a ubee modem+router, it keeps on dropping connection all the time, i googled about it and came to know that if we just use the ubee device as a modem and install our own router along with it, it works fine. I have a linksys wrt120n and i tried installing it but it is not working, the internet is not working. When i try to do it with the CD, it hangs up in between and i tried manually but i am missing something in the settings may be.
Help anyone?
Mukul

If you ubee modem router is set to bridge mode then there will be no wifi signal. If you still have a wifi signal, you need to call your ISP and have them verify it is in bridge mode.

Is Actiontec modem-router vulnerable to Heartbleed?

Does Heartbleed affect the Actiontec GT784WNV modem-router?
We have one from Verizon for our Verizon DSL.
If the Actiontec is affected, when will Verizon send a firmware update?

When trying to access my Verizon ActionTec router from INSIDE my private LAN (https://192.169.1.1), why is my security software alert me of an potential SSL Certificate compromise?
My AntiVirus suite provides this alert:
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Who is that URL and why is it on the Verizon router?

Airport Expess with DSL Modem Router

I had a DSL Modem Router with 3 computers plugged into it via ethernet and was working fine. I then replaced one of my computers with a laptop so bought an AE and plugged it into an ethernet port on the DSL modem router. It worked fine for about 4 days then all three computers internet connections went down. I have got the two desktops working again with the AE disconnected but am worried that if i connect the AE again the same thing will happen. Is there any way that i can avoid this from happening? is this because i am doubling up the routing if you know what i mean?
MacBook Pro 17" Mac OS X (10.4.7)

First welcome to the discussions,
This isn't that uncommon, many of us expieriance drops in service and have to reset our systems.
There could be any number of reasons that cause this from a Power Spike to surges from power company, to storms from wind and lighting.
If you are lucky nothing gets fried and a simple reset will take care of the problem. Other times it can fry about any component and sometimes it's hard to find exqactly what is fried. If you are able to reset and get everything up and running again I wouldn't worry to much, I would consider a Battery Back-up to add to your Network to save your equipment though.
Cheers and Good Luck.
Don

Does it work with Sky modem/router?

Hi folks,
does the airport express base station work with Sky broadband?
I want to connect the base station to my router via ethernet cable (in 2 different rooms) and use it to extend my wireless range, and print wirelessly.
Anybody done this with the standard issue sky modem/router?
Cheers

Hi
The 'standard issue' modem/router as provided by Sky used to be the NetGear DG834G IIRC? If it still is this model then yes it works. IMO it's best to attach the AE and use it in Bridge Mode. Depends on what you want to achieve though.
Tony

Install RVS4000 with DSL modem / router combo?

I'm trying to install a RVS4000 VPN router in our small office. My problem is that AT&T has installed a Netopia 3347-02 DSL combination Modem / router. So I can't connect the RVS4000 directly to a dsl modem, the only access I have is on the Lan side of the Netopia. When I tried to set the WAN side of the RVS4000 to the same subnet as our Lan, it wouldn't let me do that. I tried setting the Lan side of the Netopia and the Wan side of the RVS4000 to (the same) slightly different subnet, but that didn't work either. The only way I can get internet access going through both devices is to connect the Lan side of the Netopia to the Lan side of the RVS4000, but that bypasses the VPN, correct? The reason I bought the RVS4000 is for the VPN. Is there a way to configure the RVS4000 in this situation, or do I need to get a plain old DSL modem without a built in router?
Thanks, Scott

Scott,
You should not need to get another device to use the VPN functions of the RVS4000. To setup the equipment you have, you just need to place the Netopia DSL router into "bridge" mode. This will then allow you to connect the DSL router to WAN (internet) port on your RVS4000. Once in bridge mode, your WAN port on the RVS4000 will receive its IP address from AT&T, which will then take over all routing functions, and enable you to use the VPN feature of this router.
If your DSL provider is using PPPoE, you will need to select "PPPoE" on the WAN setup page of the RVS4000, then enter the username and password into the RVS4000 so that it can authenticate and get an IP address from AT&T.
To place the Netopia DSL router into "bridge" mode, I am including a link to one of their user guides. The section for placing it in bridge mode starts on page 107.
http://www.netopia.com/support/hardware/SoftwareUserGuideV761-Clsc.pdf
Thank you,
Darren

Airport time capsule with another Modem/router

I'm considering buying an Airport time capsule. However I have already a modem/ router in place for fiberoptics (Dutch: KPN ExperiaBox), this is also for phone and TV, so changing anything in this setup is no option.
My question is if the TC will work when it is connected via an ethernet cable that is coming from the ExperiaBox.
(Fyi I'm looking for a standard functionality, not for an extensive customizing)
Thanks in advance
Regards,
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You simply bridge the TC and it will work just fine.

Actiontec Modem/Router

I have an Actiontec MI424 and it is always giving me problems with dropped connections all day long - it's starting to become a nuisance. I'm talking when the laptop is literally 3 ft away from it (so we're not talking about the signal having to to navigate its way through the house). And the very same laptop performs just fine on every other wireless network I've ever used it on. Why does Verizon use such offbrand modems/routers? You have Linksys and Netgear out there which it would seen are much higher quality.
Has anyone had this problem? And if so, were you able to resolve it?

larrye wrote:
Why does Verizon use such offbrand modems/routers? You have Linksys and Netgear out there which it would seen are much higher quality.
Has anyone had this problem? And if so, were you able to resolve it?
1. Actiontec and Westell were willing to build routers to Verizon specs
2. MONEY- Actiontec and Westell are cheaper. This is the primary reason. Verizon doesnt guarentee a wireless signal and therefore do not consider it to be worth their while to provide
Yes, MANY people have problems with the wireless on the Actiontec and Westell. Many people just add another router (linksys, netgear, Dlink, ect.) to the network and just use them for the wireless. Basically just using the Verizon like a modem.
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Configuring Hardware VPN with Verizon modem/router

Hi-
I'm a Northern VA FIOS subscriber. Verizon provided the following:
Modem: Zyxel Prestige 861
Wireless Router: Actiontec MI424WR
This setup has been working fine.
My job recently gave me a hardware VPN: Netgear ProSafe VPN Firewall, Model FVS338
I'm having a bit of difficulty setting it up the way I'd like.
1) In general, should I connect the HW VPN directly into a free port of the Modem (parallel with the router), or should I connect it into the Router? (Does Verizon support multiple devices connected to the Modem, or do they expect us to connect everything via the router?)
2) I tried a number of different configurations, and the only way I was able to get the hardware VPN to function was to disconnect the router, connect the VPN box in its place, and configure the VPN box to mimic/use the MAC address of the router. This provided connectivity to the work network, but is not acceptable because I need the wireless home network provided by the router as well.
Does anyone have any recommendations for how to set this up properly?
Many thanks.
-Steven
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From actiontec.com
Can I use the Actiontec Gateway or Router to connect to my employers VPN so that I can work from home?
Yes, the Actiontec Routers and Gateways support connecting to VPN servers. By default, Actiontec Routers and Gateways allow Client VPN traffic to pass-through. (the Actiontec will allow a connected PC to "pass-through" and connect to a remote VPN server).
NOTE: Unless otherwise specified, Actiontec Routers and Gateways do not function as VPN endpoints. They cannot make a VPN connection directly to a VPN server, router or client. The reverse is also true, VPN routers, servers and clients cannot make a VPN connection directly to the Actiontec Router itself. (Some of the proprietary VPN applications require specific ports be opened in the Actiontec, for a successful connection. Not all VPNs use the same ports, so determine the ports used by your VPN software before attempting to forward the ports.)
did you set up the pptp port forwarding rules ? you should have l2tp (1701) protocol and pptp (1723) port forwarding protocol for port forwarding.
the preconfigured vpn rules should be fine.

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