No protocol for wireless adapter (also using dial-up)

Hi. I just got the DWL-G520 PCI card, installed it on my computer which is
Windows ME, but it is not working. There is no signal, and the IP address is
0.0.0.0.

But I know the router is working and there is enough signal strength
available. We are using a wireless router D-Link DWL-926 Wireless G Kit
Router with the PC 108Mbps notebook adapter, and it works.

Currently I have dial up on my computer.

When I go to My Network Places and right-click Properties, I get to the
"Network" dialog box that has entries:
[ ] Client for Microsoft Windows
[ ] D-Link AirPlus DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter(rev.B)
[ ] Dial-Up Adapter.
[ ] TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter

The [Dial-Up Adapter] is bound to the [TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter] protocol.
But the [D-Link AirPlus DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter(rev.B)] is not bound
to any protocol. It should be bound to a protocol whose dialog box contains
text like "Obtain an IP address automatically".

So I tried to add a new protocol. Click the Add button, and it asks you to
select the component type. I highlight Protocol and click Add, and the
system does nothing. In fact, even if I highlight Client or Service, the
system still does nothing.

You can see the screenshot at
<http://www.geocities.com/siemelnaran/AddDoesNothing.bmp> for a picture of
the problem.

Thanks.

If no signal strength is showing the card may be defective. Whether or not
it is bound to a protocol it should be sensing a signal if it is working
correctly and the drivers are correctly installed. Have you tried
uninstalling the drivers, shutting down and removing the card, then
reinstalling the drivers by following the manufacturer's instructions?

--


"Siemel Naran" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
news:097030AC-984C-45BB-A1DC-(E-Mail Removed)...
> Hi. I just got the DWL-G520 PCI card, installed it on my computer which
> is
> Windows ME, but it is not working. There is no signal, and the IP address
> is
> 0.0.0.0.
>
> But I know the router is working and there is enough signal strength
> available. We are using a wireless router D-Link DWL-926 Wireless G Kit
> Router with the PC 108Mbps notebook adapter, and it works.
>
> Currently I have dial up on my computer.
>
> When I go to My Network Places and right-click Properties, I get to the
> "Network" dialog box that has entries:
> [ ] Client for Microsoft Windows
> [ ] D-Link AirPlus DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter(rev.B)
> [ ] Dial-Up Adapter.
> [ ] TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter
>
> The [Dial-Up Adapter] is bound to the [TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter]
> protocol.
> But the [D-Link AirPlus DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter(rev.B)] is not bound
> to any protocol. It should be bound to a protocol whose dialog box
> contains
> text like "Obtain an IP address automatically".
>
> So I tried to add a new protocol. Click the Add button, and it asks you
> to
> select the component type. I highlight Protocol and click Add, and the
> system does nothing. In fact, even if I highlight Client or Service, the
> system still does nothing.
>
> You can see the screenshot at
> <http://www.geocities.com/siemelnaran/AddDoesNothing.bmp> for a picture of
> the problem.
>
> Thanks.

"Richard G. Harper" wrote:

> If no signal strength is showing the card may be defective. Whether or not
> it is bound to a protocol it should be sensing a signal if it is working
> correctly and the drivers are correctly installed. Have you tried
> uninstalling the drivers, shutting down and removing the card, then
> reinstalling the drivers by following the manufacturer's instructions?

Yes, I just did this. Now there is signal strength. However, there is
still no IP address. And as before, there is no protocol for TCP/IP for the
dialup adapter.

When I go to My Network Places and right-click Properties, I get to the
"Network" dialog box that has entries:
[ ] Client for Microsoft Windows
[ ] D-Link AirPlus DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter(rev.B)
[ ] Dial-Up Adapter.
[ ] TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter

Note that there is no TCP/IP for the wireless internet. Furthermore, when I
click Add I get a dialog box listing Client, Protocol, Service, along with
Add and Cancel buttons. No matter whether I highlight Client, Protocol, or
Service, when I press Add nothing happens. I think it's supposed to popup a
dialog box asking manufacturer, etc.

So I think the problem is my protocol settings are corrupted.


Original message ==>

> "Siemel Naran" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
> news:097030AC-984C-45BB-A1DC-(E-Mail Removed)...
> > Hi. I just got the DWL-G520 PCI card, installed it on my computer which
> > is
> > Windows ME, but it is not working. There is no signal, and the IP address
> > is
> > 0.0.0.0.
> >
> > But I know the router is working and there is enough signal strength
> > available. We are using a wireless router D-Link DWL-926 Wireless G Kit
> > Router with the PC 108Mbps notebook adapter, and it works.
> >
> > Currently I have dial up on my computer.
> >
> > When I go to My Network Places and right-click Properties, I get to the
> > "Network" dialog box that has entries:
> > [ ] Client for Microsoft Windows
> > [ ] D-Link AirPlus DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter(rev.B)
> > [ ] Dial-Up Adapter.
> > [ ] TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter
> >
> > The [Dial-Up Adapter] is bound to the [TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter]
> > protocol.
> > But the [D-Link AirPlus DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter(rev.B)] is not bound
> > to any protocol. It should be bound to a protocol whose dialog box
> > contains
> > text like "Obtain an IP address automatically".
> >
> > So I tried to add a new protocol. Click the Add button, and it asks you
> > to
> > select the component type. I highlight Protocol and click Add, and the
> > system does nothing. In fact, even if I highlight Client or Service, the
> > system still does nothing.
> >
> > You can see the screenshot at
> > <http://www.geocities.com/siemelnaran/AddDoesNothing.bmp> for a picture of
> > the problem.
> >
> > Thanks.
>
>
>

Unfortunately I can't lay hands on the URL for the process to reset the
TCP/IP stack in WindowsMe, so I'm crossposting this to the .general
newsgroup where several of my fellow gurus hang out and often have better
memory subsystems than I do. :-)

--
Richard G. Harper [MVP Shell/User] (E-Mail Removed)
* PLEASE post all messages and replies in the newsgroups
* for the benefit of all. Private mail is usually not replied to.
* My website, such as it is ... http://rgharper.mvps.org/
* HELP us help YOU ... http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm


"Siemel Naran" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
newsF190C95-8965-4606-B58D-(E-Mail Removed)...
> "Richard G. Harper" wrote:
>
>> If no signal strength is showing the card may be defective. Whether or
>> not
>> it is bound to a protocol it should be sensing a signal if it is working
>> correctly and the drivers are correctly installed. Have you tried
>> uninstalling the drivers, shutting down and removing the card, then
>> reinstalling the drivers by following the manufacturer's instructions?
>
> Yes, I just did this. Now there is signal strength. However, there is
> still no IP address. And as before, there is no protocol for TCP/IP for
> the
> dialup adapter.
>
> When I go to My Network Places and right-click Properties, I get to the
> "Network" dialog box that has entries:
> [ ] Client for Microsoft Windows
> [ ] D-Link AirPlus DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter(rev.B)
> [ ] Dial-Up Adapter.
> [ ] TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter
>
> Note that there is no TCP/IP for the wireless internet. Furthermore, when
> I
> click Add I get a dialog box listing Client, Protocol, Service, along with
> Add and Cancel buttons. No matter whether I highlight Client, Protocol,
> or
> Service, when I press Add nothing happens. I think it's supposed to popup
> a
> dialog box asking manufacturer, etc.
>
> So I think the problem is my protocol settings are corrupted.
>
>
> Original message ==>
>
>> "Siemel Naran" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
>> news:097030AC-984C-45BB-A1DC-(E-Mail Removed)...
>> > Hi. I just got the DWL-G520 PCI card, installed it on my computer
>> > which
>> > is
>> > Windows ME, but it is not working. There is no signal, and the IP
>> > address
>> > is
>> > 0.0.0.0.
>> >
>> > But I know the router is working and there is enough signal strength
>> > available. We are using a wireless router D-Link DWL-926 Wireless G
>> > Kit
>> > Router with the PC 108Mbps notebook adapter, and it works.
>> >
>> > Currently I have dial up on my computer.
>> >
>> > When I go to My Network Places and right-click Properties, I get to the
>> > "Network" dialog box that has entries:
>> > [ ] Client for Microsoft Windows
>> > [ ] D-Link AirPlus DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter(rev.B)
>> > [ ] Dial-Up Adapter.
>> > [ ] TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter
>> >
>> > The [Dial-Up Adapter] is bound to the [TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter]
>> > protocol.
>> > But the [D-Link AirPlus DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter(rev.B)] is not
>> > bound
>> > to any protocol. It should be bound to a protocol whose dialog box
>> > contains
>> > text like "Obtain an IP address automatically".
>> >
>> > So I tried to add a new protocol. Click the Add button, and it asks
>> > you
>> > to
>> > select the component type. I highlight Protocol and click Add, and the
>> > system does nothing. In fact, even if I highlight Client or Service,
>> > the
>> > system still does nothing.
>> >
>> > You can see the screenshot at
>> > <http://www.geocities.com/siemelnaran/AddDoesNothing.bmp> for a picture
>> > of
>> > the problem.
>> >
>> > Thanks.
>>
>>
>>

Is this one OK, big guy:

Winsock Fix Tool
http://downloads.subratam.org/winsockfix.zip

"Clicking the "Info" button on that little program shows:

WinsockFix (Freeware)
By Option^Explicit Software Solutions
Currently Compatible with Windows 95, 98, Me, 2000, XP "

--
Jack E. Martinelli 2002-05 MS MVP for Shell/User / DTS
Help us help you: http://www.dts-L.org/goodpost.htm
In Memorium: Alex Nichol
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/e...ts/nichol.mspx
Your cooperation is very appreciated.
------
"Richard G. Harper" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
news:(E-Mail Removed)...
> Unfortunately I can't lay hands on the URL for the process to reset the
> TCP/IP stack in WindowsMe, so I'm crossposting this to the .general
> newsgroup where several of my fellow gurus hang out and often have better
> memory subsystems than I do. :-)
>
> --
> Richard G. Harper [MVP Shell/User] (E-Mail Removed)
> * PLEASE post all messages and replies in the newsgroups
> * for the benefit of all. Private mail is usually not replied to.
> * My website, such as it is ... http://rgharper.mvps.org/
> * HELP us help YOU ... http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
>
>
> "Siemel Naran" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
> newsF190C95-8965-4606-B58D-(E-Mail Removed)...
> > "Richard G. Harper" wrote:
> >
> >> If no signal strength is showing the card may be defective. Whether or
> >> not
> >> it is bound to a protocol it should be sensing a signal if it is
working
> >> correctly and the drivers are correctly installed. Have you tried
> >> uninstalling the drivers, shutting down and removing the card, then
> >> reinstalling the drivers by following the manufacturer's instructions?
> >
> > Yes, I just did this. Now there is signal strength. However, there is
> > still no IP address. And as before, there is no protocol for TCP/IP for
> > the
> > dialup adapter.
> >
> > When I go to My Network Places and right-click Properties, I get to the
> > "Network" dialog box that has entries:
> > [ ] Client for Microsoft Windows
> > [ ] D-Link AirPlus DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter(rev.B)
> > [ ] Dial-Up Adapter.
> > [ ] TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter
> >
> > Note that there is no TCP/IP for the wireless internet. Furthermore,
when
> > I
> > click Add I get a dialog box listing Client, Protocol, Service, along
with
> > Add and Cancel buttons. No matter whether I highlight Client, Protocol,
> > or
> > Service, when I press Add nothing happens. I think it's supposed to
popup
> > a
> > dialog box asking manufacturer, etc.
> >
> > So I think the problem is my protocol settings are corrupted.
> >
> >
> > Original message ==>
> >
> >> "Siemel Naran" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
> >> news:097030AC-984C-45BB-A1DC-(E-Mail Removed)...
> >> > Hi. I just got the DWL-G520 PCI card, installed it on my computer
> >> > which
> >> > is
> >> > Windows ME, but it is not working. There is no signal, and the IP
> >> > address
> >> > is
> >> > 0.0.0.0.
> >> >
> >> > But I know the router is working and there is enough signal strength
> >> > available. We are using a wireless router D-Link DWL-926 Wireless G
> >> > Kit
> >> > Router with the PC 108Mbps notebook adapter, and it works.
> >> >
> >> > Currently I have dial up on my computer.
> >> >
> >> > When I go to My Network Places and right-click Properties, I get to
the
> >> > "Network" dialog box that has entries:
> >> > [ ] Client for Microsoft Windows
> >> > [ ] D-Link AirPlus DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter(rev.B)
> >> > [ ] Dial-Up Adapter.
> >> > [ ] TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter
> >> >
> >> > The [Dial-Up Adapter] is bound to the [TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter]
> >> > protocol.
> >> > But the [D-Link AirPlus DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter(rev.B)] is not
> >> > bound
> >> > to any protocol. It should be bound to a protocol whose dialog box
> >> > contains
> >> > text like "Obtain an IP address automatically".
> >> >
> >> > So I tried to add a new protocol. Click the Add button, and it asks
> >> > you
> >> > to
> >> > select the component type. I highlight Protocol and click Add, and
the
> >> > system does nothing. In fact, even if I highlight Client or Service,
> >> > the
> >> > system still does nothing.
> >> >
> >> > You can see the screenshot at
> >> > <http://www.geocities.com/siemelnaran/AddDoesNothing.bmp> for a
picture
> >> > of
> >> > the problem.
> >> >
> >> > Thanks.
> >>
> >>
> >>
>
>

Problem
Unable to Browse

Cause
TCP/IP, the Communications package, or the Winsock2 registry keys have
become damaged or corrupt.

Solution
Uninstall TCP/IP and the Communications package, remove the Winsock2
keys in the registry, and reinstall TCP/IP and the Communications.

http://support.earthlink.net/mu/1/ps.../5289.psc.html

MowGreen [MVP 2004-2005]
===============
*-343-* FDNY
Never Forgotten
===============


Richard G. Harper wrote:

> Unfortunately I can't lay hands on the URL for the process to reset the
> TCP/IP stack in WindowsMe, so I'm crossposting this to the .general
> newsgroup where several of my fellow gurus hang out and often have better
> memory subsystems than I do. :-)
>

For ME, my preferred tool (at least on first contact) is the lspfix

run the LSPFix from here
http://www.cexx.org/lspfix.htm


--
Noel Paton (MS-MVP 2002-2005, Windows)

Nil Carborundum Illegitemi
http://www.btinternet.com/~winnoel/millsrpch.htm

http://tinyurl.com/6oztj

Please read http://dts-l.org/goodpost.htm on how to post messages to NG's

"Jack E Martinelli" <jemartin_DELETE@NO_SPAM_gis.net> wrote in message
news:(E-Mail Removed)...
> Is this one OK, big guy:
>
> Winsock Fix Tool
> http://downloads.subratam.org/winsockfix.zip
>
> "Clicking the "Info" button on that little program shows:
>
> WinsockFix (Freeware)
> By Option^Explicit Software Solutions
> Currently Compatible with Windows 95, 98, Me, 2000, XP "
>
> --
> Jack E. Martinelli 2002-05 MS MVP for Shell/User / DTS
> Help us help you: http://www.dts-L.org/goodpost.htm
> In Memorium: Alex Nichol
> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/e...ts/nichol.mspx
> Your cooperation is very appreciated.
> ------
> "Richard G. Harper" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
> news:(E-Mail Removed)...
>> Unfortunately I can't lay hands on the URL for the process to reset the
>> TCP/IP stack in WindowsMe, so I'm crossposting this to the .general
>> newsgroup where several of my fellow gurus hang out and often have better
>> memory subsystems than I do. :-)
>>
>> --
>> Richard G. Harper [MVP Shell/User] (E-Mail Removed)
>> * PLEASE post all messages and replies in the newsgroups
>> * for the benefit of all. Private mail is usually not replied to.
>> * My website, such as it is ... http://rgharper.mvps.org/
>> * HELP us help YOU ... http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
>>
>>
>> "Siemel Naran" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
>> newsF190C95-8965-4606-B58D-(E-Mail Removed)...
>> > "Richard G. Harper" wrote:
>> >
>> >> If no signal strength is showing the card may be defective. Whether
>> >> or
>> >> not
>> >> it is bound to a protocol it should be sensing a signal if it is
> working
>> >> correctly and the drivers are correctly installed. Have you tried
>> >> uninstalling the drivers, shutting down and removing the card, then
>> >> reinstalling the drivers by following the manufacturer's instructions?
>> >
>> > Yes, I just did this. Now there is signal strength. However, there is
>> > still no IP address. And as before, there is no protocol for TCP/IP
>> > for
>> > the
>> > dialup adapter.
>> >
>> > When I go to My Network Places and right-click Properties, I get to the
>> > "Network" dialog box that has entries:
>> > [ ] Client for Microsoft Windows
>> > [ ] D-Link AirPlus DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter(rev.B)
>> > [ ] Dial-Up Adapter.
>> > [ ] TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter
>> >
>> > Note that there is no TCP/IP for the wireless internet. Furthermore,
> when
>> > I
>> > click Add I get a dialog box listing Client, Protocol, Service, along
> with
>> > Add and Cancel buttons. No matter whether I highlight Client,
>> > Protocol,
>> > or
>> > Service, when I press Add nothing happens. I think it's supposed to
> popup
>> > a
>> > dialog box asking manufacturer, etc.
>> >
>> > So I think the problem is my protocol settings are corrupted.
>> >
>> >
>> > Original message ==>
>> >
>> >> "Siemel Naran" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in
>> >> message
>> >> news:097030AC-984C-45BB-A1DC-(E-Mail Removed)...
>> >> > Hi. I just got the DWL-G520 PCI card, installed it on my computer
>> >> > which
>> >> > is
>> >> > Windows ME, but it is not working. There is no signal, and the IP
>> >> > address
>> >> > is
>> >> > 0.0.0.0.
>> >> >
>> >> > But I know the router is working and there is enough signal strength
>> >> > available. We are using a wireless router D-Link DWL-926 Wireless G
>> >> > Kit
>> >> > Router with the PC 108Mbps notebook adapter, and it works.
>> >> >
>> >> > Currently I have dial up on my computer.
>> >> >
>> >> > When I go to My Network Places and right-click Properties, I get to
> the
>> >> > "Network" dialog box that has entries:
>> >> > [ ] Client for Microsoft Windows
>> >> > [ ] D-Link AirPlus DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter(rev.B)
>> >> > [ ] Dial-Up Adapter.
>> >> > [ ] TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter
>> >> >
>> >> > The [Dial-Up Adapter] is bound to the [TCP/IP -> Dial-Up Adapter]
>> >> > protocol.
>> >> > But the [D-Link AirPlus DWL-G520 Wireless PCI Adapter(rev.B)] is not
>> >> > bound
>> >> > to any protocol. It should be bound to a protocol whose dialog box
>> >> > contains
>> >> > text like "Obtain an IP address automatically".
>> >> >
>> >> > So I tried to add a new protocol. Click the Add button, and it asks
>> >> > you
>> >> > to
>> >> > select the component type. I highlight Protocol and click Add, and
> the
>> >> > system does nothing. In fact, even if I highlight Client or
>> >> > Service,
>> >> > the
>> >> > system still does nothing.
>> >> >
>> >> > You can see the screenshot at
>> >> > <http://www.geocities.com/siemelnaran/AddDoesNothing.bmp> for a
> picture
>> >> > of
>> >> > the problem.
>> >> >
>> >> > Thanks.
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>
>>
>>
>
>

"MowGreen [MVP]" wrote:

> Solution
> Uninstall TCP/IP and the Communications package, remove the Winsock2
> keys in the registry, and reinstall TCP/IP and the Communications.
>
> http://support.earthlink.net/mu/1/ps.../5289.psc.html
>

This method does not work because when I go to Add/Remove Programs / Windows
Setup, there is nothing displayed there

44. Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon.
45. Click on the Windows Setup tab.
46. Check the box next to Communications.
47. Click the OK button.

The list box is supposed to show Accessibility, Accessories, Address Book,
Communications, Desktop Themes, etc with checkboxes in front of each one, but
instead shows nothing. When I click Have Disk, I eventually browse to
c:\windows\options\install\ and I tried all the 4 .inf files there, but all
of them still had the list box empty with nothing to install or un-install.

Download VarLDID.zip that is attached to Koldbear's post Sep 16 2001,
1:24 pm
http://groups-beta.google.com/group/...909828e584ab1d
or
Extract it to the Desktop, right click it and select Merge.

MowGreen [MVP 2004-2005]
===============
*-343-* FDNY
Never Forgotten
===============


Siemel Naran wrote:

> "MowGreen [MVP]" wrote:
>
>
>>Solution
>>Uninstall TCP/IP and the Communications package, remove the Winsock2
>>keys in the registry, and reinstall TCP/IP and the Communications.
>>
>>http://support.earthlink.net/mu/1/ps.../5289.psc.html
>>
>
>
> This method does not work because when I go to Add/Remove Programs / Windows
> Setup, there is nothing displayed there
>
> 44. Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon.
> 45. Click on the Windows Setup tab.
> 46. Check the box next to Communications.
> 47. Click the OK button.
>
> The list box is supposed to show Accessibility, Accessories, Address Book,
> Communications, Desktop Themes, etc with checkboxes in front of each one, but
> instead shows nothing. When I click Have Disk, I eventually browse to
> c:\windows\options\install\ and I tried all the 4 .inf files there, but all
> of them still had the list box empty with nothing to install or un-install.

Mow,

The VarLDID "patch" is normally for where the user is seeing setupx errors
when attempting to access Add/Remove Programs | Windows Setup due to the
use of a registry cleaner after deleting certain empty folders in the
Program Files folder placed there during the install.

An empty Windows Setup window is often indicative of more that just
problems with the
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Set up\VarLDID key (the
"patch" you refer to is the fully populated key) but also possibly damaged
or missing entries in the
HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Set up\OptionalComponents
key. I'll be happy to supply the OP with a reg file including both keys
if they contact me.
--
Mike Maltby MS-MVP
(E-Mail Removed)


MowGreen [MVP] <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote:

> Download VarLDID.zip that is attached to Koldbear's post Sep 16 2001,
> 1:24 pm
> http://groups-beta.google.com/group/...909828e584ab1d
> or
> Extract it to the Desktop, right click it and select Merge.