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carlb_uk · 08-08-2005, 15:14

Hi all. I'm having loads of problems getting a connection when I try and connect my BY / Motorola SURFboard modem using the ethernet lead. It works fine with the USB/Firewire connecting lead, but not with Ethernet. Anyone else had this problem?

I need to switch over to the Ethernet connection instead of USB, as I just bought a wireless router than needs to use ethernet.

Strange thing is that when I connect the ethernet cable it recognises that PC connectivity has been established, but internet will not connect to any site. Tried ethernet cable on 2 other friends systems (1 same modem, 1 different modem) and these didnt work either!! Maybe it's an area problem??

Help if you can please!! Thanks. Carl.

08-08-2005, 15:14	#1
carlb_uk Inactive Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 2	BY Ethernet Connection Hi all. I'm having loads of problems getting a connection when I try and connect my BY / Motorola SURFboard modem using the ethernet lead. It works fine with the USB/Firewire connecting lead, but not with Ethernet. Anyone else had this problem? I need to switch over to the Ethernet connection instead of USB, as I just bought a wireless router than needs to use ethernet. Strange thing is that when I connect the ethernet cable it recognises that PC connectivity has been established, but internet will not connect to any site. Tried ethernet cable on 2 other friends systems (1 same modem, 1 different modem) and these didnt work either!! Maybe it's an area problem?? Help if you can please!! Thanks. Carl.