Network problem after fall creator update

[DelJo63]

Here's the instructions for the MIXED to Hybrid change:

Save the attached file in your download folder. Open the folder and RENAME the file by removing the .TXT suffix which leaves .REG suffix - - yes the system will complain Do you really want to do yes but you allow the change.

Once renamed, dbl-click on the file to alter the registry - - you will need the admin password.
It will MERGE this into the registry for the change. Once complete, reboot.

When you're running redo the test like this IPCONFIG /ALL >tcpAfter.txt and follow-up with the contents again please. You should have a good IPv4 address and hopefully a new Gateway address too.

 

[DelJo63]

 

[holdum323]

Hi. I was waiting for @Deusest to reply, but your suggestion doesn't work for my NETGEAR router. The only way I can get a new IP address is to go into my router and physically change one Mac digit; restart, and then my ISP will assign me a new IP address. I do not show how to do this because it can cause problems. You can Google it.

 

[DelJo63]

1. It's a REGISTRY change on the PC, not a router change.
2. some time ago, REGEDIT could be scripted to update NodeType, but lately it's not working on Win/7 or Win/10 - - can't see why not :sigh:

There's another program REG which takes command line arguments and is (has been) effective in changing the existing
NodeType = Mixed to Hybrid.

NEVER change a Mac address - - they are burned into the device and are unique world wide. We're not attempting something like Release/Renew, but to get DHCP to assign a valid IPv4 address rather than the default 169.254.x.x

 

[holdum323]

Hi When your ISP refuses to change your static IP address; and you need it changed for good reasons, it can be done by changing one digit in the router's Mac address and only one digit . I have done it several times, but if you do it to often, you may hear complaints and maybe even get a warning from your ISP. I always say "Where there's a will. there's a way". Changing one digit on your Mac address is a little like flashing the BOIS. You better know what your doing and how to correct things when they don't go right.(y)It's best if you can convince your ISP to give you a new IP address.
I'll bow out now and wait for the OP to respond.

 

[DelJo63]

The issue is IPv4 assigned address to the PC is

Autoconfiguration IPv4 Address. . : 169.254.51.185(Preferred)​

on the Lan side, not the Public WAN :grin:

 

[holdum323]

The issue is IPv4 assigned address to the PC is

Autoconfiguration IPv4 Address. . : 169.254.51.185(Preferred)​

on the Lan side, not the Public WAN :grin:

Hi! Friend. OK. I think I'm getting out of my pay grade. I'll just watch and learn.
Here's a little tip for you @jobeard I learned this from a friend. I really enjoy working with you and learning things. Team work is good!

 

[DelJo63]

Interesting, but the Wireless LAN adapter connects to the Router and is not seen by the ISP - - that would be a NAT traversal error.
From our cmd prompt window, and RELEASE/RENEW is only between the router and the device.
To effect the ISP, you log into the router, find the WAN side (or basic connection) and perform the release/renew from there - -
but you likely know of the persistent lease issue, which is why you're fiddling with the Mac -- just the wrong one :grin:

 

[holdum323]

Hi I'm not that great with all those terminologies. I just know how I can get a new IP address. This is really handy when your ISP won't change your IP address, and some ***** on a help forum doesn't like you, and banns your IP address. Oops and now you have learned about my dark side. It's my pleasure to work with you @jobeard The screen shot was just to show the MAC address that I change on my NETGEAR router to get a different IP address. I have done this maybe 3 times. I don't abuse it.

 

[holdum323]

Hi @jobeard Sorry I'm all messed up today. Here's where I change one digit to get a different IP address.

 

[mailpup]

Holdum323, you are hijacking this thread.

 

[holdum323]

Holdum323, you are hijacking this thread.

Sorry! I'll behave. Just wanting to help. I have been with the OP sense day one.
I'll not post any more on this thread.(y)