Stupid router question..
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Stupid router question..
I have a Leviton 4 port, non wireless router. I got it with the idea of using it as a firewall, I dont run multiple computers off of it at all.
Well, I want to open up ports 6881 - 6889 for free use by some softwear I have.
I cant seem to get this to happen. I've gone in and created exceptions within the firmware on the router as well as had windows and McAfee "learn" the programs I want to except.
SO, I was going to try no firewalls to trouble shoot and eliminate one possible source of problems, but if I physically remove the router, I get a Win. error stating that I have reduced functionality on my internet connection. I cant get this to go away untill I return the router to it's place.
What the heck am I missing here??
Well, I want to open up ports 6881 - 6889 for free use by some softwear I have.
I cant seem to get this to happen. I've gone in and created exceptions within the firmware on the router as well as had windows and McAfee "learn" the programs I want to except.
SO, I was going to try no firewalls to trouble shoot and eliminate one possible source of problems, but if I physically remove the router, I get a Win. error stating that I have reduced functionality on my internet connection. I cant get this to go away untill I return the router to it's place.
What the heck am I missing here??
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You will have to assign your computer and IP address, then use the router to "route" the incoming requests to that ip address. If you are using DHCP (automatically assigns ips) it won't work very well.
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Yes, you could, but that would be like not having the router at all. If I understand what he wants to do (I do it for remote desktop and my web server) he wants ONLY the ports open that need to be.. NO others.
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One thing to keep in mind with an access control list is that they are processed from top to bottom. The first time any match is found, that action is carried out and list processing stops. Assuming you have the syntax correct, try moving it to the top of the list.
Sounds like you want to use BitTorrent.
Sounds like you want to use BitTorrent.
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Originally Posted by pfogle
Yes, you could, but that would be like not having the router at all. If I understand what he wants to do .
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I am trying to remove the router. Mostly as trouble shooting, to eliminate some possible problems.
It's when I try to remove it that the problem happens. Somewhere along the line, I've changed a setting or something and now the router seems to be required.
Wire the modem straight to the computer I get the reduced connectivity (which, in reality no data is transmitted or recieved).
Wire it up with the router between the computer and the modem and everything works peachy...except I have a router.
It's when I try to remove it that the problem happens. Somewhere along the line, I've changed a setting or something and now the router seems to be required.
Wire the modem straight to the computer I get the reduced connectivity (which, in reality no data is transmitted or recieved).
Wire it up with the router between the computer and the modem and everything works peachy...except I have a router.
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Your modem is reading the mac address of the router, not your computer. Most modems are set this way. You will need to reset the modem and your WIN error will go away. Usually a hard restart of the modem, with the computer off will solve this problem.....
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It depends on the modem too... The compact black surfboards are pretty reliable and easy to get along with.. Now the larger white one.. You will more than likely have to call the cable company and have them reset the thing remotely. This happens to us about twice a year.
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You did not state what versions of Windows or if you are using DHCP, but assuming you are, try this:
Remove the wireless router, power down everything, remove the IN line from whatever router/csu.dsu/modem you are using, wait 60 seconds, plug the line back in, then turn everything back that you have plugged in.
Sign on as administrator, go to DOS/CMD and type in
ipconfig /renew
> non wireless router. I got it with the idea of using it as a firewall,
It will not be much of a firewall if someone drives by with a laptop and a scanner.
Remove the wireless router, power down everything, remove the IN line from whatever router/csu.dsu/modem you are using, wait 60 seconds, plug the line back in, then turn everything back that you have plugged in.
Sign on as administrator, go to DOS/CMD and type in
ipconfig /renew
> non wireless router. I got it with the idea of using it as a firewall,
It will not be much of a firewall if someone drives by with a laptop and a scanner.
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Yup, no wireless.
Resetting the modem did it.
i dont know why i didnt think of this...
I had a check engine light come on once..and didnt think to check the fuel cap...The little things escape me.
Thanks for the help!
Resetting the modem did it.
i dont know why i didnt think of this...
I had a check engine light come on once..and didnt think to check the fuel cap...The little things escape me.
Thanks for the help!
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