Secure wireless connection = countless disconnects (WRT54GSv5)

Not sure what can be done here but I'm having trouble with a friend's setup. He's using a WMP54GS 1.1 card to connect to a WRT54GS v5. I've tried WEP, WAP and WAP2 - none of the security settings make a difference. They all cause slowdown, disconnects and difficulties with acquiring a connection to the router But, there are no issues when the card is connected to the router without security enabled. Latest firmware and drivers are being used. Tried to see if there is a later version of the Network Monitor app but since it's tied to the drivers the app version is still the same. I also tried installing just the drivers but that didn't help either Message Edited by andyd2k on 02-02-2008 02:26 PM
Message Edited by andyd2k on 02-02-2008 02:26 PM

Does same thing happen with other wireless computer also? Try connecting from some wireless laptop working properly at other wireless networks, to identify the issue.

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