WRT54G firmware failure leaving no access to router config

I have a WRT54G router. Running Vista SP2 64-bit on a laptop wired to router. When I first tried to upgrade the firmware I was connected wirelessly. (I know, please just think it but don't type it) During the upgrade the internet connection disconnected and the upgrade failed. I am connecting right now wirelessly using someones unsecure network. I attempted to upgrade the firmware to 8.00.7. Since then I am unable to access the router config using IP 192.168.1.1. I have read as many posts as I can handle. I have checked and that is the IP showing in Vista, (Network & Sharing, view status, properties) however I cannot ping that IP. It times out every time. I have done all the resets (10 seconds and up to 1 minute) on the router and power cycle etc. Nothing. I downloaded the firmware utility and I get an error message everytime that it is unable to get responses from the server. I have tried my password, which I think is gone due to all the resets, and am using admin as the password. I have disabled my firewall. I do have Network Magic and when I checked control internet access it says I am able to do so. Is there a way to disable Network Magic? Can that be the issue? When all this started I had my own internet connetion. I'm in the process of moving so I have disconnected my internet service. Since I'm only trying to connect to the router locally, do I really need to have a live internet connection? Please, HELP! I don't want to buy a new router. This one has been very reliable. If I do have to buy something new, can you recommend something just as reliable.
There have been 2 or 3 times where it looked as though I was going to be able to connect to config interface and the firsrt basic screen loads with minimal data and no clickable links to allow me to change screens. The "&" from one of the links that is supposed to appear but does not, is the only thing that appears in that area and if I click it, I either get a error from IE that it cannot connect, or, it takes me to the Ports screen with minimal data and I cannot progress from there. In the top right corner of the screen, it does show the firmware version is 8.00.7. ?????
P.S. Obviously, I'm not very computer savvy so excuse me if I'm missing the obvious.
Message Edited by Steviegt on 09-29-2009 08:38 AM
Message Edited by Steviegt on 09-29-2009 08:43 AM
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If all of the above fails, power down your entire system, unplug it from the wall, wait one minute, then power up and try again.
If all of the above tips fail, then reset the router to factory defaults: Power down the router and disconnect all wires from it. Wait one minute. Power up the router, allow it to fully boot (1-2 minutes), then press and hold the reset button for 30 seconds, then release the button and allow the router to reset and reboot ( 2-3 minutes). Power down router. Wait one minute. Connect one computer, by wire, to a LAN port on the router. Boot up system. It should work.
If the reset does not fix your system, then you need to download and install (or re-install) the latest firmware for your router. After the 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.

WRT54GX4 - Difficulties Accessing the Router's Web-Based Setup Page

WRT54GX4 - Difficulties Accessing the Router's Web-Based Setup Page.
I have tried everything posted to the forums and the Knowledge Base for several weeks now with no luck. I can power push router and gain access to router's web-base interface but only for a few minutes than it quits loading part way through and or does not load at all. If I turn off the wireless side I can access the router at will with no problems. My warranty is almost over. I am at my wits end. I would like to get it replaced under warranty if I can. (^8
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Thank you for your recommendations peanuts. (^8
I bought the router back in December 10, 2006.
I updated the firmware to v1.00.20 back in June 2007. After I did a successful firmware upgrade I reset the router to factory default settings and then reconfigured it. It has worked Ok till a couple of months ago.
I have read everything I can find here on the support forum and in the Knowledge Base several times.
I have tried changing all the different settings to the different recommendations posted here and in Knowledge Base with no success. Each time I would do a long reset back to factory defaults, let it soak for a few hours and then make one change at a time and let it soak.
I have been monitoring 6 other wireless AP(s) around me (none mine) for a couple of months too. None of them are strong enough to connect to. My SSID is different from them. I have tried all the channels. My router is passworded and MAC'd.
It is looking like it is time to call support and try to get a replacement under warranty while it is still in affect.

WRT54G firmware failure leaving no access to router config

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