Wireless-B router BEFW11S4

I am using the Wireless-B router BEFW11S4 with the latest firmware version 1.52.02. I am trying to use Dynamic DNS. However, the only options availabe are DynDNS.org and TZO.org.
I am using DNSExit as the DDNS. Is there any way to get around this problem?

Simply put DNS servers only accept ddns updates from supported DDNS client software or hardware.
setup an free yourname.dyndns.org domain, configure your router to update at dyndns. if it works good then tranfer your domain to dyndns.
other wise use a DNSexit supported software client, set to a really low interval.

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I got this router used from someone. When I first set it up, everything worked. My internet worked fine. However, there was no security password associated with the network he had previously named. I reset the router, went to the setup page, changed the name of the router from linksys to my own, and selected WEP security. I put in a Passphrase, pressed generate, and it gave me 4 WEP keys (default was set on #1). I carefully copied down this first key, pressed save settings. When I select the name of my network on the list of choices on my computer, it asks for the WEP key. I carefully type it in, but then get messages saying it is having trouble connecting to my network. I have reentered the password, reset the router 4 additional times, and tried other types of security (WPA personal). Nothing seems to work. HELP! I have followed all the instructions on this website numerous times.

Thank you. I tried connecting without the security enabled. After reseting the router, restarting the computer, modem, and router, my airport icon at the top of the screen says it's receiving a full signal and connected to my network. However, I can't get the internet to work. I have a second laptop, a backup and one I never attached physically to the router. The crazy thing is that this computer picks up my network's signal, and I can access the internet with it. I can't figure out why my main laptop won't work. On my main laptop, I can connect to someone else's unprotected wireless network and access the internet with no trouble, so that makes me think it is not my computer that has the problem. Any more ideas?

Why is Wireless G router slower than Wireless B?

I have a wireless B router (BEFW11S4 V4) that is dropping my internet connection sometimes on a daily basis. To restore it, I have to unplug the power and plug it back in. It's a pain and interferes with my work, so I purchased a wireless G router (WRT54G2) to replace it. Setting it up was quick and painless, but slowed my internet to a crawl. I know that wireless connections are slower than wired, but a direct connection was about 10 times faster (according to several online speed tests) which I find unacceptable.
I have since removed it and gone back to the older faulty router to restore my internet connect to a speed that at least allows me to do my work. I was not unhappy with my connection speed before. I only replaced the router because it was dropping the connection, but I cannot understand why the new router was so much slower.
Any thoughts, hints, or suggestions before I return the new router to the store?
Thanks!

1) What Internet connection speed are you paying for?
2) What Internet connection speed do you get when you wire your computer directly to your modem?
3) What Internet connection speed do you get when you wire your computer to the WRT54G2?
4) What Internet connection speed do you get through a wireless connection to the WRT54G2?
5) Is your computer's wireless adapter a wireless b? g? n?
There are many causes for poor wireless connections, and many solutions:
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. If you have external antenna, they 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. Delete your current network (this will remove any old settings.) Reboot computer. Return to "Preferred Networks" and re-enter your current network 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". Reboot computer. You should connect automatically (it can take up to 2 minutes). If you have trouble connecting, in the computer, temporarily turn off your computer software firewall, and see if that helps.
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 01-07-2009 05:14 AM

Wireless B router

I have a Wireless-B router (BEFW11S4 v.4). I have to reset numerous times daily as the internet connection is lost. There are no firmware updates available. The router is approximately 9 years old. Do I just need to purchase a new router?

I just went to the Linksys site and there is no available firmware for that model. Did you check your connection directly from the modem if it's stable? You have to check that first to isolate your case.

Wireless B Broadband Router (BEFW11S4) connects for only about 5 mins at a time

I have Wireless B Broadband Router (BEFW11S4). Worked fine for about 2 years. I've had a HP Pavilion for about a year now using the wireless and also have a desktop I use on it (wired). About a month ago the speed seemed to be lagging a little and the router was never secured with a password, so I changed that and added a password. Ever since then the laptop will not stay connected for more than about 5 mins. I have gone back and removed the password protect feature, but still have the problem. It has a problem connecting to the router. The signal bars always seem to be full, but still can't connect. I've tryed reseting the router, unpluging everything, etc and can't get it to have a steady connection like before. Sometimes I can connect to the internet even when it says "Not connected" in the wireless network connection 2 screen. I've tried to search and find a similar problem, but was surprised to not be able to find one. Any insight will help.
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Thanks for the suggestions Wizzard. Although I did not know what all that stuff does, it didn't seem to help. I didn't not upgrade the firmware because there didn't seem to be any upgrades since 2003, before I bought it. Any other suggestions from anybody? Could anybody make an educated guess to whether it's the router or the laptop?
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Lman

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I bought a Wireless-B Broadband Router(BEFW11S4) from someone but it didn't came with the CD is there another way to install it like a driver or something like that

There is no "driver" for your router. Your router has firmware that resides on a flash memory chip in the router. Check your router to see which version of the router you have. This should be listed on the bottom of the router, near the serial number.
To setup your router:
First, download the User Guide from the Linksys web site:
http://www.linksys.com/servlet/Satellite?c=L_Content_C1&childpagename=US%2FLayout&cid=1115416835852&...
Next, reset the router to factory defaults (see the User Guide for directions).
Then go to Linksys.com > Support > Technical Support > EasyLink Home Networking Tools > then use EasyLink Connect to configure your router.
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I have one PC with a modem and linksys router #BEFW11S4 i...

I have one PC with a modem and linksys router #BEFW11S4 installed. I have 3 other PC's which connect to it via Linksys wireless-G adapters. Things have been working just fine until recently when now at least twice a day my Pc's with the adapters lose connection with the router. Any suggestions?

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Slow upload speeds when using my wireless N router

Hello,
I just have a quick question maybe someone can help me out with. I have my verizon issued G rated router hooked up normally. I turned off the wifi, and using one of the lan ports ran a cable to my D-link wireless N router. I wanted to use this router, because it gives me great coverage in my house and have worked great for me in the past. Anyway, I plugged my pc which has a gigabit adapter directly into one of the four open lan ports on my wireless N router. Download speeds were consitently between 41mb/s to 45 mb/s which is awesome. However the upload speeds are horrible and tops out around 3.5mb/s.
Here is where I need someones help. If unplug the PC's lan wire from my wireless N router and instead plug it directly into one of the open ports on the Verizon router, I get the same download speeds, but now i am getting between 30 and 35mb/s. Does anyone know why plugging into the lan port on the other router kills the upload speed? It has to be something in the settings, because if I connect wirelessly to either the verizon or the Dlink routers, I get the same upload speeds for both usually around 25mb/s. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

You don;t say which D-Link router you have. A number of D-Link routers have an option called "Game-Fuel". This is a setting that enables specific QOS settings. If you have Game-Fuel turned on, that can adversely impact your upload. Game-Fuel uses QOS to ensure that no one user monopolizes the upstream bandwidth.

Linksys Wireless N Router w/ Belkin Wireless G Adapter Connection?

I recently bought a Linksys wireless n router to better serve my two new laptops with wireless n cards. They are now lightning fast and super reliable. However, my desktop, which has a Belkin wireless g card connects about a third as fast and last only about 5-10 minutes before needing to be reconnected, which can cometimes take a while itself. I changed the channel to 11 which helped a little and am running the router on 20 MHz only.
My previous router was a Belkin wireless G.
I'm looking for answers/explanations and possible solutions to speeding up my desktop's speed and increasing its reliability w/o jeopardizing my laptops' supreme performance.
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Set the Channel Width to 40MHz only,Wide Channel to 9 and Standard Channel to 11-2.462GHz and click on save settings...Under the Advanced Wireless Settings...Change the Beacon Interval to 75,Change the Fragmentation Threshold to 2304,Change the RTS Threshold to 2304 and Click on Save Settings...Under the Security tab,uncheck.. dw(vs_internetfilter0);Filter Anonymous Internet Requests and click on save settings..Now,power cycle the router and check...

Add Wireless N Router To Network With An Actiontec Router

Hi everyone, I know this wireless N thing is being beaten to death but I just really need to be pointed in the right direction. I recently built a HTPC setup with a SiliconDust HD Homerun network tuner so I could share three tuners with computers on my network. I've got two PCs wired to the network right now which share them fine. But the problem I'm running into is when I try to set up my laptop to watch something wirelessly, usually a game in HD. The signal is very weak and I constantly lose the tuners because of that, not to mention the picture is very choppy. I saw on a Microsoft Windows Media Center site that they don't recommend streaming HD TV feeds over anything other than a wireless N connection. I currently have the standard Actiontec router that came with FiOS, and it doesn't the N band. Now, that router accesses the internet signal through a coax so I know I can't get rid of it, but I've seen mentioned in a couple of places that you can just add a wireless N router into the network and turn off the wireless on the Actiontec router. This is the router I was thinking of getting:
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Cisco+Linksys+-+E1200+Wireless-N+Router+with+4-Port+Ethernet+Switch/2225...
My current network setup is like this: Actiontec router upstairs which carries internet to -> a gigabit switch connected to -> computer, tuners, and printer upstairs, with a line run to -> another gigabit switch downstairs which connects to -> a computer, and an XBox.
So a couple of questions about this:
- Where would this go on the network? Would it go after the router and before the switches, like I run the internet into the new router then out to the switch, or can I just add it to one of the switches?
- Will I need to do any sort of port forwarding or anything, or assiging of IP addresses?
- Anything else I should know or might run into?
I love my FiOS service so hopefully this will help me get even more out of it!
Solved!
Go to Solution.

I wanted to upgrade to an N protocol wireless router but since Verizon doesn’t offer the option, I purchased a Netgear N600. Unfortunately, after it arrived, I discovered that it didn’t have a coax connection as did the Verizon Actiontec. I then set out to find out how to daisy chain the routers to leave the Actiontec connected to the coax and connect the two routers via Ethernet cable. To my good fortune, during the time I spent on the phone with Netgear, I learned my way around their router interface and with the help of a co-worker that actually has a solid understanding of router/network configuration, I finally got everything working correctly – my port forwarding for RDC login worked, I could connect devices to either router and everything could once again see each other (e.g. PC, printer via Ethernet, Blu-ray player for Netflix, receiver for streaming Windows Media Player). Hopefully, this post will help you get up and running quickly and avoid the several hours I spent groping in the dark for the correct configuration.
Login to Verizon Actiontec router (type 192.168.1.1 into browser address bar).
No configuration changes are necessary on the Actiontec, you just need to identify an open IP address range in My Network section (I chose 192.168.1.50). This will be used as your static IP address of the Netgear router LAN settings.
Connect you PC via Ethernet cable directly into an Ethernet port (not WAN/Internet) on the Netgear router. No other connections are needed at this point.
Note: Do not use the Netgear wizard CD to setup the router. It will not take you through the necessary steps as you’re not setting it up as a router.
Login to the Netgear router (type routerlogin.net into the browser address bar) using the default login of “admin” and password “password”. Depending on your firmware version, your interface may vary but hopefully you’ll be able to find the same configuration options in either but perhaps not in the same order or placement. For subsequent logins after the router is active, you may need to type the Netgear IP address (e.g. 192.168.1.50) as routerlogin.net may open a search.
At the top of the Netgear genie, click on the Advanced tab.
On the left side, expand Setup, then select Internet Setup.
Select “Get dynamically from ISP”, under Internet IP Address.
Under Domain Name Server (DNS) Address, select “Use These DNS Servers”, and enter the IP Address of your Actiontec router (e.g. 192.168.1.1) in the Primary DNS” field.
Next go down a few options within Setup to Wireless Setup.
In the Wireless Network 2.4GHz section, click Enable SSID broadcast.
Enter a meaningful name in “Name (SSID)” as this is what will be displayed for your wireless connection.
For Channel, select Auto.
For Mode, select “Up to 300 Mbps”.
Security Options, recommend WPK2-PSK[AES] for longer/stronger password options.
Set the password of your choice.
Repeat the same process for Wireless Network 5GHz, except vary the name slightly so you’ll be able to distinguish which band you’ll connect to. You can optionally use the same or different password as your 2.4GHz. The only exception is you’ll have to select a Channel of your choice.
Next go down a couple more options within Setup to the LAN Setup.
In the LAN TCP/IP Setup section, enter the IP Address you chose in step 2 (e.g. 192.168.1.50).
Enter the IP Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
Leave the block for “Use Router as DHCP Server” blank as your IP assignment will be handled by your Actiontec router.
You’re now finished with the configuration and you can connect the Actiontec router to the Netgear router using an Ethernet cable using the LAN ports (Note: do not connect the two routers using the WAN/Internet ports on either). You may connect your devices (PC, printers, A/V devices, etc.) to either router. If you have devices that are gigabit capable, you’ll want to connect them to the Netgear router to take advantage of the higher speed.
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Can't connect to Wireless N Router at N speed

I'm new to Mac and not very savvy with networking, but this has me stumped. I just recently purchased a new MacBook (Jan 2010). I had no real issue connecting to my home network through my Linksys WRT54G Router, but it only ran at 54Mbit/s. I purchased a new Linksys WRT120N Router, and still only connect at 54Mbit/s!
What's aggravating is the fact I can connect to my neighbor's Belkin Wireless N router at 144Mbit/s, so I know it's capable of higher connection speeds. In fact, my MacBook keeps dropping my secured home network connection and automatically connecting to his unsecured wireless network!
Any suggestion on how I can get my MacBook to connect to my Linksys Wireless N router at the speed it connects to my neighbors?
I also have a Windows Laptop with a Wireless G card, so I have to leave the setting on auto or I can't connect it the the network.
Thanks for any help!

I spoke with Linksys Tech Support and they had me change from WPA to WPA 2. More info under About this Mac now reports:
PHY Mode: 802.11n
BSSID: 0:25:9c:5:73:61
Channel: 9
Network Type: Infrastructure
Security: WPA2 Personal
Signal / Noise: -45 dBm / -96 dBm
Transmit Rate: 59
MCS Index: 6
Where it was reporting PHY Mode 802.11g before, but still only shows a transmit rate of 59, over the transmit rate of 54 before.
Unfortunately, the Chat Session with Linksys was cut off before I could ask why, or how to fix it!
This is what my neighbor's router is reporting through More Info:
BelkinN_Wireless582902:
PHY Mode: 802.11n
BSSID: 0:22:75:58:29:2
Channel: 1,1
Network Type: Infrastructure
Security: None
Signal / Noise: -79 dBm / -97 dBm
I noticed his Channel listed as 1,1 as mine is 9. Would this indicate he could possibly have a dual channel router and thus the higher speed?
When I run the Network Utility, it reports a Link Speed of 72Mbit/s where that was 54Mbit/s before changing to WPA 2. Is 72Mbit/s the best I can hope for out of this router? Thanks again...

Connecting Wireless N Router to Existing Fios Router for NAS Access

What I'm Trying To Do:
    I have a 1TB Western Digital MyBook Live as my new NAS for accessing music, photos, video. Accessing this data through the Actiontec MI424WR Wireless 802.11b/g is not the best performance. I want to add in a wireless-N router to the mix but know I have to keep my existing Fios Router in the mix.
    Understanding that the Gigabit part of a wireless-N Gigabit router is for the wired speed increase, do I need to get a gigabit router for when I plug in my NAS, or does that not make a difference.
     Basically, I know that the wireless-N will get me better access wirelessly, but will connecting the NAS via Gigabit give me an extra boost as well?
According to most posts, getting a wireless-N router directly from Fios is near impossible, so bridging a new router to the existing one seems like the best bet.
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Wireless N Router Model # WRT150N

I currently have the G series Router and Super Booster. I want to purchase the new N series Router and want to know if it has a compatibel Booster, does it need one, and/or can I use my Wireless G Router Speed Booster with it?
Thanks
Dr Michael T Noble
831-676-3486

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Apple iTunes Home Sharing, and using an external AP with new GigE Wireless "N" Router

I just upgraded to the Verizon FiOS (Actiontec) GigE Wireless "N" Router (from the old megabit wireless A/B/G router) last week. So far, almost everything has been working okay. Before I get to the issue, let me make another statement...
My house is kind of a funny shape, so I have had to add on an additional access point to the router to help more fully cover the house. So, I have an additonal AP (Amped Wireless part # AP20000G) plugged into one of the ports on the Verizon Fios GigE Router.
However, I ran into a bit of a stumbling block when trying to do Home Sharing to the devices on my network. Initially, I found that Home Sharing wouldn't work at all. I found that disabling the IGMP Proxy seemed to fix this, so long as I was connecting only to the wireless AP that's in the Verizon FiOS router. However--when I connect to my additional AP, home sharing will not work.
Long story short, it seems like the Verizon router is blocking traffic between my iTunes server and any device that's connected to the external access point. What could be causing this, and how can it be fixed?

'But can I both create the wireless network and remain connected to the city-wide wireless?'
Yes I think so. To answer in more detail, can I draw parallels with my set-up?
I've an Extreme wired to a router (a house-wide, not city-wide network).
From this there are three computers that can all connect to the internet (one wired, two wireless)
As well as this I have four Expresses connected to various sound systems around the house.
The comparison I'm trying to make lies with my daughters PC laptop which, whilst always connected to the internet (via the Extreme) can be taken around the house and via Airtunes, play her iTunes library through any of the expresses.
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So I got a deal in the mail to get an upgrade to [50/25] Mbps Internet (I currently have [15/5]...when I was reviewing it on line this message came up...
Verizon will provide up to [50/25] Mbps Internet with a wired connection. If you use your Internet primarily for wireless or WiFi connections, you have the option to upgrade to Verizon's new FiOS GigE Wireless N Router which will maximize your speed delivered through your wireless connection.
Upon completion of your order, you'll be provided with information for purchasing a router at Verizon's online equipment and accessories store.
I am VERY interested in getting super fast internet...my current internet is really good but it wouldnt hurt to bump it up. I have several devices using internet in the home...most of them wireless (including my PS3). I currently use a Verizon Actiontec router.
So here is my question...do I really need to get the above router to take advantage of that [50/25]? Also one other thing...My house is fairly large and I would really like to have two routers...is it possible to use two routers or a setup to have one upstairs and another downstairs?
Thanks in advance for the answers!
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There are a lot of variables that affect wireless range.
Walls, interference, other networks in the area, etc.
You don't indicate which older Actiontec you have.
Wireless capabilities also vary by Actiontec hardware revision (A,C,D,E,F,G,I).
In general, wireless range for 802.11n is somewhat less than 802.11g, even though the bandwidth is higher.
This is especially true on the 5Ghz band (which the latest Actiontec doesn;t support).
If you only need another 10 feet, you could try moving the router, or replacing the antenna with a high gain antenna.
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