problems with obtaining a correct IP address

[Guest]

I have a PC running windows xp pro which has been working great using a
wireless adapter going to a router and then out through the cable modem to
the net.

It has stopped obtaining a proper IP address. every time it loads it gets a
private ip address i have checked all the settings and am still unable to
obtain the correct ip address. I tried plugging in a cable to the network
card instead and hard wiring to the router. I am still not getting the
correct range of IP's and it always gives itself a private address. Can any
one shed light on whay this should happen and in doing so stop my kids from
nagging me every day to get on the net!

 

[Robert L [MS-MVP]]

what do you mean "it always gives itself a private address"? you mean 169?

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[Guest]

yes it assigns itself 169.254.197.89 with a subnet mask of 255.255.0.0