Solved LAN Connection Doesn't Have Valid IP

[madre]

Help! I am not great at networks and routers. I want to keep my desktop connected to the DSL and be able to use my laptop and iPad elsewhere in my house. I purchased a Linksys as my old router had a very weak signal. Please lead me by the hand if I need more information for you to be able to help. I appreciate you all!

Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit
Westel 2200 modem Verizon DSL
Linksys E1000 wireless router

I did this to get the router to work:
Changed VC config in modem utility to 0/35 bridge mode
Turned off DHCP server
In router PPPoE area, changed the log on to my verizon username and password.

Connected computer DSL line to wireless modem in the internet slot
Connected modem to 1 of 4 ports on router.
Can connect through broadband by clicking connect
Wireless connection shows but has no internet access

When I try to set up LAN, I get this message:

Local Area Connection doesn't have a valid IP configuration


I have read the many other posts concerning this but I don't want to start trying things without a plan. I have never had to ask for help before! I usually can figure it out with the help of these forums.

 

[wilywombat]

Try following the instructions here to setup your system:-
How do I set up a Westell to work with a hub or switch. AT&T Southeast Forum FAQ | DSLReports.com, ISP Information

If you still have problems come back and we'll try to sort them out

 

[chev65]

Help! I am not great at networks and routers. I want to keep my desktop connected to the DSL and be able to use my laptop and iPad elsewhere in my house. I purchased a Linksys as my old router had a very weak signal. Please lead me by the hand if I need more information for you to be able to help. I appreciate you all!

Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit
Westel 2200 modem Verizon DSL
Linksys E1000 wireless router

I did this to get the router to work:
Changed VC config in modem utility to 0/35 bridge mode
Turned off DHCP server
In router PPPoE area, changed the log on to my verizon username and password.

Connected computer DSL line to wireless modem in the internet slot
Connected modem to 1 of 4 ports on router. <This needs to be plugged into the WAN port on the router.
Can connect through broadband by clicking connect
Wireless connection shows but has no internet access

When I try to set up LAN, I get this message:

Local Area Connection doesn't have a valid IP configuration


I have read the many other posts concerning this but I don't want to start trying things without a plan. I have never had to ask for help before! I usually can figure it out with the help of these forums.

On potential problem is in bold red above. You should also turn DHCP back on then set your router to use WPA2-AES security "not mixed" and set up your SSID "name of wireless network" and set up your wireless security password.

After doing all that in your routers set up window you should go to the network and sharing center in Windows 7 and choose "set up a new connection or network" go through the set up making sure to use the same settings you used when you set up your router. You should have no problem connecting wirelessly after that.

 

[madre]

That was easy! Problem seems to be fixed. THANK YOU!
Now if I can get rid of the "guest" account!

 

[chev65]

I'm glad that worked for you.

It's best to just disable the guest account but don't delate it as it's a built in feature.