Vista network problems

Hi all

I know vista driver and network problems is becomming a cliche however AO is the only web forum I use so help would be appreciated.

I did a clean install of Vista ultimate on a serperate harddrive justincase something went wrong.

No1. Vista doesnt seem to pick up my lan ... icon letting you connect to the internet. Device manager picks up network controller, I install the driver (my xp and 2k driver which seems to go through) and it goes through succesfully. However an exclamation mark still stands there in device manager and vista doesnt pickup lan therefore I cannot connect to the internet. [network cable unplugged] < however this works when booting into XP.

Same goes for Base system devices and an audio driver.

The internal modem I am using is a PCI ADSL modem. Maybe another driver will work but cant seem to find one.

As I cannot connect to the internet when booting into vista it is quite time consuming booting into Xp and vice versa trying to sort out drivers.

My board I have is: GA-K8N Pro-SLI ...

I know people have vista comming out their ears but any help will be appreciated. When I get this problem sorted out and am able to connect to the net with vista I will make posts on what I did and so on with certain apps/hardware in vista.

Thanks for your time.

Cheers

I found this on a forum somewhere. Precisly my problem.

I've recently installed RC2, but can't get my modem to work. It's a Conexant ADSL PCI modem... I can't find any specific Vista drivers, so have been playing with the XP drivers. THe drivers seem to take, but in XP the modem is setup via a control panel applet that is part of the driver package, but Vista won't let this applet run, so no way to setup the modem.

It's a generic card, so no manufacturer to ask for help. Can any of you help?

Modem is: Conexant PCI ADSL moden, however comes up as a network adapter. I have failed to get a driver for this. Please can you guys check your websites, it would be appreciated.

You may want to check and see if the NIC and modem have a vista driver...

I remember upgrading from 2000 to XP and had issues with modem drivers specifically.

You may want to check on the Vista HCL
http://winqual.microsoft.com/hcl/


ond check with the hardware vendor....

I think Vista has a tool you can run to check what software\hardware you have and what will need upgrading.....cant remeber what its called right now.

Good luck

MLF

Hi there Cider,

You may not be aware of it but Conexant don't actually make modems, they just make the chipsets that go in them, which they sell to third parties.

There are a few generic drivers on their support site, but nothing for Vista.

I have one that is badged "Mercury" (Kobian) and I cannot find a Vista driver for that either.

I would say it is time you bought another one;)...........you might try logging in as administrator and seeing if you can run the setup from within Control Panel?

Yes nihil: I found that out yesterday ... well that is a nice waste of money :D.

Any suggestions what modem I should go for. Ive always used an internal one and never a router or external ... any comments.

Also what do u mean run the setup with control panel? Add new hardware?

Thanks you for both replies.

Hi Cider,

1. Type of modem?

Back in the days of 56.6 dial-up I invariably used internal modems because they were cheaper. I do have a couple of external ones that I used for diagnostic purposes, but that was the only real reason.

I have only ever used external USB ones for ADSL. I like them because you can see the lights flashing for trouble shooting, they are portable and they run cooler (not really an issue over here :D)

The really important issue here is that it supports Vista?

2. I got the impression that your current modem had set up like mine. It is a Conexant Access Runner USB ADSL. There are two icons on the desktop, one for the settings and one to make the connection. If you go into the Vista Control Panel there may be another means of launching the settings application?

Another thought is to check that there is nothing in your Vista settings that is blocking scripts (Java etc.)

Well after running this prgram: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvist...r/default.mspx

The attachment came up as follows :D Maybe I should of done it before I decided to upgrade ...

Anyway thanks for the help.

Nihil: I will give that a bash now, last try otherwise its time for a USB modem ...

Arg, attachment doesnt show. Anyway it just gave an issue with the modem ...

I've got an external ADSL modem (Thompson Speedtouch), connects to my computer using a regular NIC and network cable. Always works..

Yip: I just have to find a driver for my internal one, until then I cannot use Vista. If any1 finds one, please post and let me know.

I had the top of the line Courier modem...that would never work with XP...so my sugeestion to you is...go buy a new one...

It really is that simple :)

If you use unsupported hardware you run the risk of having an unstable install ;)

MLF

Hi Morgana~ normally I would agree with what you have just said, but I have just had a look around UK component suppliers and I didn't see a single Vista approved ADSL modem for sale :eek:

I guess that the OEMs must have monopolised them for the launch? OK, I didn't try any wholesale contacts and try to buy in bulk, I was just curious as to how easy it would be for the ordinary guy in the street.

I got a new modem from my ISP (British Telecom) a couple of weeks back, so I had a look, and discovered that it only supports as far as XP!!!

I now have a better understanding of our wildlife programmes on TV............why all the penguins jostle on the iceflow until one gets pushed in....................then they know if there is a hungry killer whale down there? Those who jump in straight away have a very good chance of getting eaten:D

Obviously, my references to killer whales and penguins should not be misinterpreted as having anything to do with Windows and Linux ;)

Well here in Canada we use external ADSL modems..usually acting a a router or bridge...the OS does not matter..the NIC in the OS does...but not the external device.....

Are you telling me that in the UK you use internal ADSL modems??

What a pain for the ISP...


I am really not getting this....you are saying that an external switch\router\modem will be affected by an attached OS???

MLF

Edit> reread whole thread....USB modem??? If this is the case...the issue is NOT with Vista...but with the ISP that supplies the POS and the vendor the makes it.

Here are some PCI modem that are supposed to be supported by Vista.
HSP56 Micro Modem (32bit) (supported via post install update)
Intel® 537EP (32 bit) (BestData Brand)
In-Build CX11252 modem (32-bit)
Motorola® SM56 Modem (32 bit)

Almost forgot here is where I found the info. http://forumz.tomshardware.com/softw...ict232602.html

nihil: Yip, just went to the dealer here. My friends owns a business and put me on the books so I can get my things there. Just gave them a call. They dont have any Vista supported modems as of yet. Something about next week.

Extremely difficult for the man on the street.

Well I guess I will wait for Vista SP1 or something before I go over. Also I see there is still mouse accel problem in vista. And its been in testing for 5 years apparently now. Shocking iimo.

Anyway guys. Thank you for the posts.
If you find me a driver please post :D

Cider...this is not a Vista issue...if your ISP supplies you with aniquated hardware from a vendor that does not supply a VISTA driver...SP1 aint gonna fix it :rolleyes:

MLF

Are we talking about a internal PCI ADSL modem or an external modem that connects via (USB or Ethernet) provided by your isp?

I have an internal PCI Adsl however Nihil said he couldnt find a driver for the USB external. And no it isnt supplied by your ISP. I dunno how it works in the states or UK but we buy our own modems at vendors of our choice. Our ISP does offer routers but at high prices and they tie you to a contract ...

hum...

well the way I do it...I use my nic to router to adsl modem....either rented or purchased dsl modem from the isp. Modem is in bridge mode so if purchased...I usually just have to reset settings on router when channging ISPs....

Keeps it simple....that way I can run any OS I want....and several machines...adding and subtracting as needed...all using one connection

have had the same modem at several sites for 3-5 years as the dsl technology really hasnt changed much...other then the ISP infrastructure.

MLF

Hmmmm,

Yes, if you use NICs and a router all your machine has to do is recognise the NIC.

Otherwise your OS needs to recognise the modem for what it is...........so it needs a driver.

Over here (UK) the ISP generally gives you a "free" modem (USB type) which has an installation disk with it.

I have two purchased USB modems............ they will run on XP SP2, 2000 SP4 and ME without problems, but I had to load the software for them on all three boxes.

At the moment I have been unable to find software to run them under Vista, nor have I been able to find a new USB modem that is Vista certified.

Well nihil, suppose we have to wait :D These modem manufacturers are abit slow :P