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BruceWBarger
Dec 02, 2020Follower
connection
I just recently purchased R6400v2 router and after installing cables as required I received a "no internet connection" on my computer even though the text below that says I am connected? and all of t...
michaelkenward
Dec 02, 2020Guru - Experienced User
BruceWBarger wrote:
I just recently purchased R6400v2 router and after installing cables as required I received a "no internet connection" on my computer even though the text below that says I am connected?
What threw up that message?
This is a Windows PC?
If so, the issue is probably at that end.
Is this wired to the router or wifi?
A first step is to run the Windows Network Troubleshooter.
One thing that has worked for some people is to tell Windows that you are on a "private network".
- Network and Internet settings
- Network Status
- Change Connection Properties
- Network Profile
- Private
I'm told that this is rubbish by one knowall, but it has got me out of a hole in the past. Perhaps there was some subtle interaction in there that is beyond my brain power to understand.