Windows 7: Internet signal drops when comp idles.

Here are specs of my computer and os.
HP Desktop
Processor: AMD Athlon(tm) 64 x 2 Dual Core 4800+ 2.5ghz
Ram: 2.00 GB (1.87 usuable)
32 Bit OS

Nvidia nForce Networking Controller



Running the Windows 7 7600

Any tips to prevent internet dropping while I'm away from the computer?
Everything is fine while im on the computer and surfing the web, etc...

Thanks,
ttt0649

Go to hardware, find your networkcard rightclick, properties, and go to energy tab, set "can save power" option off.

Good luck

thanks so much mate!

Not sure if you had this issue before, or if you just got a new router. Check in your router and see if there is a idle time setting, if there is,m change it to keep connected. I know netgears have them. What type of router do you have?

linksy 2.4ghz 54mbps. broadband router.

how do i check this?

Did my tip work?

The Linksys seems unlikely if you never had it before you installed the 7600.
Linksys by default is on powersaving off.

well, its been unplug for a few weeks now because I have no need for a wireless connection but i will need it when I get my laptop back.

just be cautious...hehe

Hm. It worked for the first day but im getting the same problem again. This is strange because I have no issues when im on the computer surfing the web/emailing/messaging but if im watching a movie or leave the computer idle for longer than an hour it drops the internet signal.

Could this be my internet provider? Im with RoadRunner cable service. Im getting tire of resetting the cable modem to get the signal back.

Thanks for the help fellas.