Internet on desktop wont work?

Question

we have 3 laptops and 1 desk top all the laptops run on wireless internet from our modem but the desktops internet doesn't work at all.

how can i fix it?

Answer 1

Restarting id the first step to fix everything. If it doesn't work make sure the router is working and the LAN cable is fully in

Answer 2

Try changing the IP addressing to dynamic on the desktop.  To do this,

Windows XP

1. Go to Control Panel > Network Connections.  Right click the active network connection (it should NOT have a red X on it, if it does check the cable) and click Properties.

2. Scroll to the bottom and double-click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)

3. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically.

4. Click OK in all the windows and try again.

Windows Vista

1. Go to Start > Control Panel  > Network and Sharing Center.

2. Click Diagnose and Repair.

3. Follow the directions on screen.

Another thing to check:

1. Open Control Panel > Internet Options > Connections.

2. Make sure "Never dial a connection" is selected.

3. Go to LAN Settings at the bottom of the page.

4. Make sure "Use a proxy server" is unchecked.

Good luck!