Internet help

this ought to be Hybrid

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\computer\CurrentControlSet\Services
NodeType
Key: Netbt\Parameters
Value Type: REG_DWORD - Number
Valid Range: 1,2,4,8 (B-node, P-node, M-node, H-node)
Default: 1 or 8 based on the WINS server configuration
Description: This parameter determines what methods NetBT uses to register and resolve names. A B-node computer uses broadcasts. A P-node computer uses only point- to-point name queries to a name server (WINS). An M-node computer broadcasts first, and then queries the name server. An H-node computer queries the name server first, and then broadcasts. Resolution through LMHOSTS or DNS follows these methods. If this key is present, it will override the DhcpNodeType key. If neither key is present, the computer uses B-node if there are no WINS servers configured for the network. The computer uses H-node if there is at least one WINS server configured.

[edit] humbug. On Win/XP the registry key is
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\NetBT\Parameters
[/edit]
from http://support.microsoft.com/kb/314053

is allow tcp/upd in/out port 67,68 a cmd command? its not workin, tried everything else yall said. i'm assuming its the dhcp thats causing the problems. but my router is a arris tm502g, it seems to be modem. i only have one device. when i unplug it, the power is still showing and will still put out signal. so if it can't make a dhcp, how does one of my computers connect but not another

no; these are Firewall(FW) rules. Windows has a default FW which manages this well enough,
but if you use Comodo, Sunbelt or other third party FW, you may need to set that manually.
Per your question, it is not likely that you are using a third party FW.

the attachment will correct the DHCP and NoteType settings

save to disk, rename by removing the trailing .TXT and then double click the file (you need admin privileges)
you will get a prompt and you reply OK

then reboot the system to make the settings active.

When TCP is initializing, it will now broadcast on port 67 to your router and it
should respond with the remainder of the TCP configuration.

when you can, use the IPCONFIG /ALL >myTCP.txt to document the results
and please attatch to your follow-up

i have zonealarm as my firewall, hasn't really been used in about 7 months due to lack of internet though.
so still do same thing?

let's deal with that later -- please the the MyTCP.txt from the above

so much work for internet... haha well thanks for your help so far, think we gettin somewhere. did what ya said, heres the ipconfig View attachment 59030

I see the Ethernet adapter Local Area Connection 2:

which implies there are others.

PLEASE post the entire file unedited. as you have a router, there is no security exposure.

even ip? and the reason for local area connection 2 is that i tried uninstalling then reinstalling it. It caused it to be called number 2 for some reason. and from what i can tell with that arris tm502g, i just have a modem. but if necessary i will post entire file

btw: you are connecting via the Ethernet slot and have left the USB connection on the router empty --- yes/no?

beats me about the internet

I think I know how to sort out the welcome screen

this is a bit silly but try system restore!

there is no usb port in the device so yes.... ok something wierd to report. right now i'm on the internet with the computer i've been trying to use all along... problem is, my other one will not connect

let's focus on the problem system -- info for other working systems will only cloud the issues.
hmm; the manual shows

TM502G/H Rear Panel
A Tel 1/2 (TM502G only): connector for the first phone line (or both lines of a 2-line phone) Tel 1 (TM502H only): connector for the first phone line
B Tel 2: connector for the second phone line
C USB connector: for use with a computer USB connection
D Ethernet connector: for use with a computer or home network LAN connection
E Reset button: resets the Telephony Modem as if you power cycled the unit.
Use a pointed non-metallic object to press this button.
F Cable: connector for the coax cable
G Power: connector for the power cord

Is the ZoneAlarm active? if so disable it and enable the default Windows FW
and post the myTCP.txt from that reboot please.

well the problem system is now the working system
internet connectivity completely switched and now the one that wasn't working is now working and vice versa

but i'm gonna use this system (the original problem one)'s ipconfig

ok here ya go

check ALL systems for a static IP address (the DNS addresses will not be critical
as long as they are valid; if in doubt, delete them and make them automatic also)

how do you find static ip? and what do i do with it?

OK
this data is valid for Comcast; the IP and the DNS pair.

now if you want TWO systems to share that modem, you need to add a router

Code:

modem---router--- up to four systems

and if the router is a WiFi you can get four wired and up to ten WiFi connections.

wow thanks, so is there a good router for this type? not too too familiar with the modem router relationship and such

and how can i switch internet activity to the other system? it has alot more use than this

View Network Connections; right-click on the Local Lan->properties

scroll to bottom (TCP/IP), select it->properties buttom
on the general tab, ensure only Obtain xxx automatically
on the Alt Config, click Automatic private address
click ok
click close

if nothing was actually changed, you're done for now

OTHEREWISE, disconnect the ethernet cable,
wait 30 seconds
recable
wait 30 seconds

and run the ipconfig /all
to verify a valid IP address and DNS PAIR

(ps; you can go back to the post with the attachments and delete them )