Internet Access hibernation

[Guest]

I use a Linksys cable modem, and also have a D-link wireless router so my
daughter has internet access.

I also have a VPN client installed that is only engaged periodically, when I
need to access the network at my place of employment.

I have no problems with internet access whatsoever, on the main PC or on my
daughters wireless connection, unless I'm away from the PC for a period of
time. It then acts like it's going into "hibernation". I have the hibernation
function disabled.

When it does go "dormant" for lack of a better word, the LAN still shows
connected at 100.0 Mbps.

HELP!?!

 

[Doug Sherman [MVP]]

Try:

1. Some routers have a time out setting which will block Internet access
after some period of inactivity - check your documentation.

2. Use Device manager to check the properties of the LAN adapter. If you
have a Power Management tab, clear the check box for 'Allow the computer to
turn off this device to save power.'

Doug Sherman
MCSE, MCSA, MCP+I, MVP

 

[Guest]

I've rechecked the router configuration as well as the properties for the LAN
adapter. Neither are configured to time out or hibernate.

 

[GlennB]

I use a Linksys cable modem, and also have a D-link wireless router so my
daughter has internet access.

I also have a VPN client installed that is only engaged periodically, when I
need to access the network at my place of employment.

I have no problems with internet access whatsoever, on the main PC or on my
daughters wireless connection, unless I'm away from the PC for a period of
time. It then acts like it's going into "hibernation". I have the hibernation
function disabled.

When it does go "dormant" for lack of a better word, the LAN still shows
connected at 100.0 Mbps.

HELP!?!

I'm having the same problem using a Bellsouth supplied Westell Versalink
router/modem. I'm working with MS service to find the problem. So far,
no help. The problem started when I set up the network. Using only the
old DSL modem it didn't "go to sleep" as it is doing with the network.
The old modem was a USB connection. This router is Ethernet. I'll try
to keep you posted if I get a fix.
Glenn

 

[Guest]

Please do! If it works, I'll switch over from ethernet to USB.