Why does my Linksys Router turn on and off when i turn on my computer?

Question

I have a Linksys wireless G router and every time i turn on my computer ( the one that my router is connected to) my router turns off and on which disconnects everything in my home but then turns on again in the next 10 seconds. How do i fix it?

Answer 1

I assume you've already checked to ensure they aren't attached to the same power supply.  If that isn't it, I would upgrade the firmware.

Answer 2

you can try running a diagnostic check by typing in the ip address of your router, you can also have it serviced by Cisco since Cisco owns Linksys.

Answer 3

I have a Linksys wireless-G as well and it works perfectly fine. Did you hooked it up right?  try holding down the reset button on the router see if that helps. Goodluck.

Answer 4

I'm assuming that your computer and router are two separate devices.  Mostly this is the case, but I use to do tech. support and I have seen some weird setups.

How are you turning on our computer? Sounds like an you have your devices plugged into an extension cord .  Am I right?  If not, then tell us how they are connected.