Steven Vollom's networking problems

[Frans]

Hi Steven,

If I remember correctly you are able to connect to the internet (at least 
with a browser, lets forget about email for now) when using a Live CD 
with _every_ computer (that is able to run that Live CD) as long as you 
connect an ethernet cable directly between that computer and the 'modem'.

Therefore I think the 'modem' is actually a router with a DHCP server 
which gives the attached computer an IP address among other things, 
allowing access to the internet.

If I remember correctly you used your router (the large box :)  ) as a 
'hub' . I think you mean the integrated four port LAN switch (which acts 
the same as a hub ).

If that's correct you should _not_ use the WAN port from that router, 
just the LAN ports for _all_ your ethernet cables (computers and 'modem').

You mentioned a few days ago:

"I just came in from a fall I took in the back yard. Almost knocked 
myself out, I hit my head so hard"

And you are still not feeling well today I understand. 

*please* consult a health care professional.

Good luck!

    -Frans (who certainly should not give medical advice and is not a 
networking specialist)