ADSL problem

PiE

Just got it installed on the trial thingymabob

Anyway, the connection seems to be a little "off". Technically its working, I'm on it now but it seems a little slow to start, i.e. takes a few seconds for the data to start sending and recieving when I start a download or click a link. A few minutes ago I tried to connect to PhantomFM Online Radio and I got this error:

"Unable to access this media, you may not be connected to the network"

I guess it's just a config error, but seeing as I'm new to this... I dunno what it could be. Any of you know?

Thanks in advance.

PiE

Aww c'mon guys don't hold it against me! I need help here!

Mountjoy Mugger

Is that the only site you're having problems with, or did you get the thing sorted?

Have you changed the options in Internet Explorer (if you're using it?)

Gizza bit more so we have something to go on!

PiE

I dunno, I just used the eircon i-steam icon on the desktop and that did it all automatically

But another things, when I connect it says "could not connect to DNS Gateway" or something, it goes too fast to really see it. But it DOES connect.

Mountjoy Mugger

Originally posted by PiE
But another things, when I connect it says "could not connect to DNS Gateway" or something, it goes too fast to really see it. But it DOES connect.

The software that Eircom use isn't the best. I get the gateway error also, using Win2000 Pro. I haven't gotten around to doing a setup on 2k without the software client. I did do it using WinXP however, and there are NO problems whatsoever. XP has got better PPPoE than 98, for example.

Have you disabled your initial dial-up settings? The documentation that is supplied tells you what to do if you're using Internet Explorer. Tools => Internet Options => Connections => Never dial a connection should be checked. Make sure that the settings under LAN are in.

Have you managed to get anywhere? It sounds like a simple misconfiguration to me.

Try http://www.speedguide.net for tips on tweaking etc.

The_Bullman

how did you get on the trial thingy as I rang up and was told that i would have to wait for the regulator to sort things out

Dustaz

Get RASPPPOE its much better than the Eircon software.

I have found that the I-stream just WILL NOT connect to certain domains - the main one being www.eircom.ie - rofl. Maybe they have fixed that now, its not like i browse that particular website much:)

PiE

The internet settings appear to be correct. I'm no expert though.

I'll try the RASPPPOE now, and unfortunately; yes they have fixed the eircom.ie problem

Thanks

alastair

Hmm, I can't get in to www.eircom.ie (on the trial). Ity's the first url that's given me a problem. Something to do with the broadvision backend perhaps?

Mountjoy Mugger

Same here - using PPPoE in Win XP.

I'll try it in Win 2000 later.


Very odd....

EDIT: Odder still. The problem wasn't there using Win 2000 - ?

mike65

I also have a problem with ADSL-

I don't bloody have it!

Sorry, just had to say what most were thinking....:D

Mike.

Dustaz

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lol:)
Still havent fixed it. Pretty funny i think:)

PiE

FAQ 5. Does this protocol support internal or USB DSL modems?
Basically yes, but you require a driver for your modem that exposes the Ethernet medium type (NdisMedium802_3) in addition to this protocol. This medium type is sometimes referred to as RFC 1483 encapsulation or RFC 2684 encapsulation. You may also have to find out the VCI and VPI parameters your service provider uses. To check if you can communicate with your service provider, run RASPPPOE.EXE after installing the protocol and click the Query Available Services button. If you get at least one service offer listed, your setup is working.

Er... where can I get the NdisMedium802_3? All I find on google is explanations of them, there's a download file right?