Cant get online anymore

[remotehugger]

Well guys i would be doing this from my brand new build but after i did all of the windows updates i can get online anymore ? I run the LAN test on my Gigabyte MA790GP-UD4H and its detecting 100mbps and the length of my cable. Does anyone have any suggestions? And thanks again to shortstuff for helping me yesterday ! He may have saved my marriage !!! LOL

 

[shortstuff_mt]

Did you install all the drivers that came on the disk included with your motherboard?

 

[remotehugger]

Yes. I actually had to do that before it would go online the first time. But then after i ran the windows update it wouldnt get back online after it restarted.

 

[remotehugger]

Did you install all the drivers that came on the disk included with your motherboard?

i just reinstalled them again and it worked for a few minutes but then stopped after reboot ?

 

[shortstuff_mt]

I can't remember from your previous post. What OS are you running?

 

[remotehugger]

I can't remember from your previous post. What OS are you running?

i am using vista 64. My system is : Raidmax Smilodon case
Raidmax 500w PSU
Gigabyte MA790GP-UD4H motherboard
Phenom II x3 720
4 Gigs OCZ DDR2 800 mhz

 

[remotehugger]

WD cavier blue 640 GB Hdd
LG GH22 multi drive
no video card yet not sure which way to go with that yet

 

[shortstuff_mt]

I'm not sure what to tell you on the internet dropping problem. That kind of problem could be anything from a modem/router issue to the onboard NIC. You might want to post your question in the networking section of the forum. Has Vista found an updated driver for your NIC through Windows Update?

 

[aford10]

Try disconnecting from your connection/disabling connection, resetting your modem (and router if you're using one), wait for all the lights to flash normal again, then reconnect to your connection.

 

[remotehugger]

I'm not sure what to tell you on the internet dropping problem. That kind of problem could be anything from a modem/router issue to the onboard NIC. You might want to post your question in the networking section of the forum. Has Vista found an updated driver for your NIC through Windows Update?

I think it did and that was when it stopped working. I have installed the one from the cd i got with my motherboard and it reconnected so i am just gonna leave well enough alone right now. If it keeps happening i will try posting in the networking section. Thanks again. Can recommend a good graphics card for reasonable money. I am not a hardcore gamer but would like to play the new games with no problems. Thanks again.

 

[aford10]

This is a good, low cost gaming card
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121272

 

[shortstuff_mt]

I don't know what your budget is for the GPU, but you can get a 4850 for even cheaper:

POWERCOLOR AX4850 512MD3-DH Radeon HD 4850 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video Card - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814131125 $109.99 - $10 MIR

If you have more room in your budget than that you can step up to the 4870.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=40000048&Description=4870&bop=And&ActiveSearchResult=True&Order=PRICE

 

[aford10]

cheaper than the Asus I linked? Looks like the Asus is $5 less after the rebate.

 

[shortstuff_mt]

I guess you're right. I usually don't really count the MIR. The initial price of the Powercolor GPU is $15 less.

 

[remotehugger]

Thanks guys. I have been looking at the 4870's. They look like what i am looking for. Just wasnt sure. I cant thank you all or this website enough. I will be a long time member.

 

[shortstuff_mt]

I really like the coolers on the Sapphire models.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=1067940678&Description=4870%20sapphire&name=Radeon%20HD%204870&ActiveSearchResult=True

 

[remotehugger]

i thik this one is in my price range SAPPHIRE 100259L Radeon HD 4870 512MB would this be a good card ?

 

[shortstuff_mt]

That's a very nice card. What size monitor do you have? The 1GB models perform better in most games at higher resolutions, but the 512MB is fine up to a 22" monitor.