Network people--any insight?

[effervescible]

My network is being a pain. Suddenly it started doing that thing where, if you look at the network activity, it's sending packets of info but not really receiving. A installed a Windows update shortly before it happened, but I don't think the problem is in my computer, because I can still get online by connecting to the unsecured upstairs network (fadingembers, don't tell!)

My WLAN and Status lights on the router are blinking, and the Power and WAN lights are steady. (Well, WAN is flickering very rapidly, but I think it's what it looks like when steady.) Any idea what this could be and how I could fix it without calling Comcast tech support? The account isn't even in my name, it's my roommate's, so I'd rather avoid the hassle if possible. Bah.

Comments

[sache.livejournal.com]

That happens to me sometimes. Usually, I turn off compy, and unplug everything (by everything, I mean the modem, wait two minutes before turning it on, and I'm good.

[greyvorfeed.livejournal.com]

I agree with sache. Pull the power plug on the back of the modem, wait 20 seconds, then plug it back in. Then wait a couple more minutes and see if you can connect. If that doesn't work, try rebooting. One or the other might fix it.

[fadingembers.livejournal.com]

OMG THEIF!!!!111 Meh, I've connected to yours when mine is being stupid, no worries :)

[fadingembers.livejournal.com]

Oh, right, helpful advice. When mine stops working, I shut down my computer, unplug the router, and unplug the modem. Then I piss around for two minutes (make yourself cocoa to calm your internetless nerves). Then, I plug the modem back in and wait for it to reset itself and wake up and act normal. Then I plug the router back in and similarly wait. Then I turn on my computer.