In still having the dreaded problem with Wi-Fi stuck at obtaining ip addresses. So I'm looking for a new kernel and modem to see if that will solve my problem. Can someone recommend one of each that work well with the froyo rom that's basically the stock? Thanks.
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In still having the dreaded problem with Wi-Fi stuck at obtaining ip addresses. So I'm looking for a new kernel and modem to see if that will solve my problem. Can someone recommend one of each that work well with the froyo rom that's basically the stock? Thanks.
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Have you made sure its not your router first?
I had an issue like this recently but it was my router. I had to update the firmware and it fixed my issues.
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I've been using the router for years, and only after a point in time my phone started to have trouble re-connecting to my home wifi. I have a laptop, a nook color, and a nexus 7, which connect to the network without any problem. I only know the phone used to stuck at obtaining ip address at certain public wifi, and it looks like my router became "blacklisted" recently.
I tried to reset and tweak the wifi setting. tried different combo of wpa/wpa2 options and none of them is a lasting solution. I can't actually replicate the error on my phone reliably; it mostly stuck on obtaining ip address when I go out and use other wifi and then come back. Though sometimes it can get stuck in the morning. The only way to unstuck is to restart my router.
So yeah, I can't really decide if it's the router's problem or the phone's problem.
Maybe its an issue with dhcp. Have you tried setting a static IP?
Honestly I would go ahead and take the leap to JB! Hopefully that fixes your issue.
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Hi all, as the thread title says... for some reason, my x10mini keeps on restarting my router at my paren't place and also the router at my home... the router i have at home is a Cisco router so it's a well known brand, so i assumed.
It's annoying because the rest of the family loses internet and when my bro is in a game he gets disconnected causing huge wars between family members
I've been having this issue for ages now, with all the ROMs that i've used starting from stock before root was possible until now where at this moment i'm using NobodyAtall's MiniCM6-1.0.0-RC2 but like i said it's been happening for months now with all the ROMs.
Is anybody else having the same issue or maybe have a possible solution for me?
I've been having the same problem, not with my android phone though. When for example, download at max speed on my computer via the wifi, it would randomly reboot.
I googled for like 2-3 weeks until i got a really nice answer. Changing the broadcast channel on the router to 1. Try that and get back to me!
It's weird i guess, but my other computer, when downloading at max speed, it wont reboot the router. So it sure is devices communicating with the device differently or something.
Not really into networking, but hope it helps!
Edit: won't hurt trying!
Thanks, going to try it out and see how it goes. I'll post soon with hopefully a good result
Nope, doesn't make a difference - I've changed the wireless channel to 1 and tried again and still, the router resets itself...
Any other ideas?
Buy new router.
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Happens to my router at home as well as my parent's... so it would be way too much of a coincidence if it was both that were faulty.
if both are the same router check their firmware if they have the same update your routers firmware. or update firmware on your router first and check whether the problem is solved
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Happens to my router at home as well as my parent's... so it would be way too much of a coincidence if it was both that were faulty.
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My router D-Link DIR-655 with Firmware 1.21 have the same problem too.
So i guess buying a new router could be the only option until Android fix this issue.
I may have found a fix for it - not ideal but it's working. I've disabled WAP/WEP security and have activated MAC address control and have allowed for my phone's MAC address to connect to the network.
Since making the change, i haven't had a single router restart.
What an absolute schlepp to add the MAC address every time i want a wireless device to connect but it's working.
Hope this helps.
If your router is Cisco Linksys, use dd-wrt firmware on it. I have both e2000 and 610n and both have uptime of months with lots of devices connected..
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My router does this for anything as it connects but it is really bad so it might not be related
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I was wondering if anyone else has had problems with this encryption type? I usually run with no encryption and don't broadcast my ssid but since my Fios router went out the new one requires it. It seems to stay connected for about 5 to 10 minutes then pages stop loading.. I don't seem to have this issue on wep .... my laptop and Droid razr don't seem to have this problem. I am using the actiontec rev I which is the newest router Verizon offers.
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I am using WPA2 on my TFP no issues. I came from WEP to WPA2 after reading some info about how WEP can stunk speed.
Really weird....ill try wep at my house... maybe ill call Verizon to see if I can disable encryption all together. Wep at work runs pretty well.
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ill try wep at my house
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I strongly advise against it. It's also pretty shocking it's still being used at a place of business.
http://www.pcpro.co.uk/realworld/356572/the-ease-of-hacking-a-wep-network
I had the same problem, what fixed it for me was using WPA 2 AES only no TRIP. Hope that helps.
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I had the same problem, what fixed it for me was using WPA 2 AES only no TRIP. Hope that helps.
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Ill try this but I think that's how it already is.
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Ugh... if I take off wpa2 I can't get wireless n speeds so my speed test goes down to 23mbs which is a waste of my service (35/35) so I'm not sure what to do. I can't even stream video to my TV which is one of the biggest things we do with the tablet.
I found out that you can disable encryption but its ass backwards. I have to switch to wep then turn off wep. Seems like its made so its really hard to turn off lol.
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Typo?
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I had the same problem, what fixed it for me was using WPA 2 AES only no TRIP. Hope that helps.
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Don't you mean TKIP?
had the same problem connecting to a dlink router but then i changed it to...
Security Mode : wpa2
Cipher Type : aes
PSK / EAP : psk
everything running perfect
try wpa2 cypher type auto
Firstly, hiding your SSID does not add much security. It will stop any opportunistic neighbours from connecting, but any IT brain can find your SSID in a flash (and intercept all your non-encrypted traffic). WEP is also useless, it takes 2 minutes for someone with a Linux laptop to work out your passphrase with the right tools.
WPA2 should not slow speeds significantly. You should always use WPA2/PSK for personal use. You can always try WPA too as that is just as secure as WPA2. If the speed is not adequate, check that no neighbours are on the same or adjacent channels (using android WiFi analyzer). If you have the router option try 40MHz channels for higher speeds. My Prime works fine on WPA2/PSK.
Lastly, try setting a static IP address. Honeycomb 3.2 had issues with picking up DHCP addresses in some cases (that caused frequent connection drops). I thought it had been fixed in ICS but worth a try.
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Well I now know that it is not the security as the same thing happens when I use wep or unsecured. It happens on two different access points. Weird thing is when it works it just a tad bit slower than my laptop (not a bad thing) but it can not hold a stable connection. I will try a new one on Monday. Decided just to order a brand new one and take this one back.
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Unless anyone has other suggestions.
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While we're on the subject , anyone with a wireless router should be checking that Wifi Protected Setup is disabled. Google WPS vulnerability and read how it affects your router. Some routers will report it off while leaving the interface enabled, leaving you vulnerable to a relatively easy brute force attack. On most wireless routers made after 06, this "feature " is enabled by default.
Oh, and to the guy running with security disabled, where do you live? I wanna download some child pornography and score a few account passwords...just looking for a friendly, open wifi connection, just like yours.
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I live in a neighborhood that has all old people in it lol. I have wpa2 enabled but I tried open as a troubleshooting method. Previously I hid my ssid.
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My Internet Connection is Dynamic Ip DHCP
I go to Network Settings and uncheck DNS Relay and my prime wifi connects without a problem ( wpa2+aes )
This sounds familiar. As I mentioned earlier, Honeycomb 3.2 had an issue where it frequently dropped the connection if the dhcp lease was indefinite. I experienced it with the HTC Flyer when it received honeycomb. It mainly affected use with Belkin routers. Did you upgrade to ICS or are you still on honeycomb? Please try a static ip configuration:
- You will need to set a free ip address in your range (likely something like 192.168.1.123),
-set your default gateway as your router's ip address,
- set your dns gateway 1 to whatever your isp dictates (or you can point to your router as a relay or use 8.8.8.8 for google dns),
- set the network prefix (subnet mask)to 24 (bit)
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Thanks for the help. I did a factory reset and it is working better so far. Its just weird i didnt have this problem with the other primes i had. If dhcp doesnt work after more testing today i will go to static ip.
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Oddly enough been running 24 hours straight and streamed several episodes of. 30 rock to my ps3. Not sure why but a factory reset seems to have fixed my dropout issues (knock on wood).
Thanks for all the help and suggestions guys. I now know a little bit more about wireless networking in the process!
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Hi all, long time browser first time poster!
I have come across an issue with my TFP that every now and then, even when in the exact same spot where the wifi has worked before, it stops working.
My issue isn't range or anything like that.
When I go to my wifi settings, my Prime can see my network and many others around me, shows my signal strength as 'good' but when I tap my network and hit connect, it does nothing! The dialog box disappears and I am still not connected to my network, but it is still there in the list and still shows signal strength as good!
Has anyone come across this before/know a possible reason?!?
No idea. Try forgetting and re-connecting?
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I am experiencing the same thing. Seems to be happening on both AP's and tethering from my phone.
Experienced as well
I also have this problem occasionally. I have always been able to solve it by either: forgetting wifi source and rescanning; or 2) rebooting.
I agree that it is irritating.
This happens to me nearly every time I try to make a new connection.
The one place that it happens less frequently is at work, which is strange, because the wifi here is very spotty. Maybe because the signal comes/goes so often the software notices it more? *shrug*
I as well do have this issue. To resolve my issue, I have been turning the wifi on and then off again. Sucks to waste 30 seconds waiting for it reconnect but it works. Seems to happen after the tablet has been sitting awhile
+1 on that issue, seen it many times on several primes.
How does it feel to beta test a product that was not ready for release?
What update are you on? I haven't had this happen since the initial upgrade to ICS.
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What update are you on? I haven't had this happen since the initial upgrade to ICS.
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Hey, I always try to keep up to date, i am on ics and on .21
Wifi version is 6.1.1.22, dunno if that makes a differences to anything!
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No idea. Try forgetting and re-connecting?
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Tried his, seems to work sometimes but more often doesn't!
Same version here. I have seen the forget/reconnect method fail also.
I had this problem when I had it set to turn off the wifi when it was sleeping. Once I unchecked that option, it never appeared again. Always had to reboot to get it on wifi when it happened.
Crazy. Obviously I could go into detail on some configuration changes for your routers or whatever, but I'm sure you've browsed the forum enough to see them all. And if not, even if you can change your own router settings it does no good abroad.
Tried several different networks with the problem occurring across the board?
Yesterday evening the problem attacked with a vengence, Could not connect to my network, tried several times turning wifi off and on, forgetting and reconnecting to network and several reboots, nothing would let me connect to my network, gave up and went to sleep!
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I had this problem when I had it set to turn off the wifi when it was sleeping. Once I unchecked that option, it never appeared again. Always had to reboot to get it on wifi when it happened.
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I only found that option last night! My wifi has always been set to always on, but just before going to bed i changed this option to off when asleep, haven't been back to my prime to check it out yet.
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Crazy. Obviously I could go into detail on some configuration changes for your routers or whatever, but I'm sure you've browsed the forum enough to see them all. And if not, even if you can change your own router settings it does no good abroad.
Tried several different networks with the problem occurring across the board?
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Unfortunately I don't really have the opportunity to try different networks for long enough to see if this is a problem!
I have tried a few settings changes on my router, last thing left to try is static IP{ address, that is this evenings job when I can round up all my devices and grab their mac addresses!
This situation is repeatable, when WiFi connected...it knocks out router leaving laptop n devices unable to connect. I reset router by power, devices connect only to disable again. I believe its this phone. Anyone else seen this?
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I haven't had that problem. I don't know what would cause that. Have you tried reinstalling?
Hey i had the same problem on Cleanrom de 1.3 with the 3.14.605 leak flashed over. It seems like its some sort of communication error and/or constant reconnects that causes the router to lock down. I upgraded to cr 1.4 and put in a better router i had laying around and its a little better but i still lose connection periodically and it seems like it happens most when I'm at the furthest point in my house from the router (my room). My router doesn't lock down anymore but I'm pretty sure it's cause it's a much better router than before. I hope we can track down the cause of this issue. I think it has to do with the 3.14.605 leak.
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This situation is repeatable, when WiFi connected...it knocks out router leaving laptop n devices unable to connect. I reset router by power, devices connect only to disable again. I believe its this phone. Anyone else seen this?
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it sounds like the router is giving out identical IP address for different devices. my suggestion to, and this has happened to me in the past, but reset the router and give your laptop and other devices in the house a specific address and leave your phone as a static address.
i think it's due to the rapid reconnects by the phone. my issue seems to be resolved by flashing back to the 3.13 kernel so you should try that if you're on 3.14. If not it's something else
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I'm having problems with a brand new htc amazing. The Wifi connects but only for a while and only at like 1 bar even if I'm right next to my router. My Ipod and other devices can connect just fine. After connecting it'll remain connected for a while then disconnect. Currently I tried it on stock ics 4.0.3, Energy Rom, and Speedy Rom. Is there anything I can do to fix this? I've also searched at the T mobile forums and I've read some about the wifi driver or something causing this.
Any help would be appreciated.
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I'm having problems with a brand new htc amazing. The Wifi connects but only for a while and only at like 1 bar even if I'm right next to my router. My Ipod and other devices can connect just fine. After connecting it'll remain connected for a while then disconnect. Currently I tried it on stock ics 4.0.3, Energy Rom, and Speedy Rom. Is there anything I can do to fix this? I've also searched at the T mobile forums and I've read some about the wifi driver or something causing this.
Any help would be appreciated.
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From other post it usually ends up being the router. Cheap router ? Old, Not up to date with firmware? You should go to stock and call it in to HTC. See what they say. They will ask you for the serial number and software number of your device. You may find the serial number in the ‘Settings’ menu under ‘About Phone’. The software information will be under ‘About Phone’ and then ‘Software Information’.
I'd like to know how this turns out since many others have this problem but no solid solution yet I don't see anybody deal with tech support either.
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Turned out that HTC amaze does not like my router on wep64 I switched it to WPA aes and the problem went away. Which us kind of weird since every device works just fine in my house with wep64
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Turned out that HTC amaze does not like my router on wep64 I switched it to WPA aes and the problem went away. Which us kind of weird since every device works just fine in my house with wep64
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Cool glad you solved it
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I have finally found out the real root cause of this it seems it was my iPod interfering with the amaze wifi. Tested it several tines every time I turn it on the WiFi on amaze takes a dive and eventually dissconnects. I really feel like throwing my iPod out the window for all the headache and trouble it caused.
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I have finally found out the real root cause of this it seems it was my iPod interfering with the amaze wifi. Tested it several tines every time I turn it on the WiFi on amaze takes a dive and eventually dissconnects. I really feel like throwing my iPod out the window for all the headache and trouble it caused.
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Can you get in more depth
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Can you get in more depth
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When I try to connect to my home network with my ipod connected to my wifi at the same time my Htc amaze will connect to the wifi but it'll drop to one bar and hold the connection for like 30s. This happens with Stock ics from htc, Speedy Rom, Energy rom. However, once I turn off the wifi on my iPod 4th gen my htc amaze is able to properly connect at full bar without dropping wifi connection.
Phone specs
rom ICS Energy Rom Aug 6th
kernal Htc Stock ics
Bootloader unlocked s on
My router is a cheap one send from telus called Siemens Gigaset SE567.
This might just be a case that only happens to me other people may not have this problem.
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When I try to connect to my home network with my ipod connected to my wifi at the same time my Htc amaze will connect to the wifi but it'll drop to one bar and hold the connection for like 30s. This happens with Stock ics from htc, Speedy Rom, Energy rom. However, once I turn off the wifi on my iPod 4th gen my htc amaze is able to properly connect at full bar without dropping wifi connection.
Phone specs
rom ICS Energy Rom Aug 6th
kernal Htc Stock ics
Bootloader unlocked s on
My router is a cheap one send from telus called Siemens Gigaset SE567.
This might just be a case that only happens to me other people may not have this problem.
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Sounds like router tho not ipod. Have you looked into updating the firmware for that router? Maybe if you call them they can replace for a better one.
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