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Unable to connect to Skype after installing WiFi router - WNDR3400
Skype was working on a wired cable CISCO modem (DPC3010). Connected Netgear router through my cable modem, following enclosed directions. After installation, I can connect to the internet and get t...
ElaineM: You were correct in stating that there was some settings within the computer or browser settings that were the problem. Actually got help from the Skype community. I plead ignorance to the fact that you need Internet Explorer for Skype to work. Duh! I have been using Google Chrome exclusively. When I brought up Internet Explorer, it wasn't working. No network connections. I went to the I.E. LAN Settings and the "Automatically detect settings" box was unchecked. After checking it, I was able to get on the network again and Skype worked correctly. Too easy. Didn't think about looking at IE at all. Thanks very much for the help!!!
FYI: I am using Skype on a Win 7 desktop PC.
ElaineM: You were correct in stating that there was some settings within the computer or browser settings that were the problem. Actually got help from the Skype community. I plead ignorance to the fact that you need Internet Explorer for Skype to work. Duh! I have been using Google Chrome exclusively. When I brought up Internet Explorer, it wasn't working. No network connections. I went to the I.E. LAN Settings and the "Automatically detect settings" box was unchecked. After checking it, I was able to get on the network again and Skype worked correctly. Too easy. Didn't think about looking at IE at all. Thanks very much for the help!!!
FYI: I am using Skype on a Win 7 desktop PC.
Matt_Foley Glad to hear that it's now working!
Me too!!! Thanks again!!!
You're very welcome!