connection problems

Canadian_2k2 · 11-30-2003, 08:58 PM

Hi
Im running debian unstable on a 2.6.0test11 kernel, I have cable internet connection into my home. All the other computers on my LAN work fine, but when I go on my linux box, there seems to be networking issues. half the time, i can connect fine, getting +50 kps, but then a few seconds later, i get either nothing, or less than 800 _bps_. what's wrong, my ethernet card is working for one minute, then not for the next??? I cant figure it out.. Please help

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iainr · 12-01-2003, 03:27 AM

Have you ruled out the possibility that the ethernet card, ethernet cable or hub/switch port could have a hardware fault?

Canadian_2k2 · 12-01-2003, 08:47 PM

How do i check for ethernet/cable/hub problems? My connection is fine now, but in a few minutes... it probably wont

iainr · 12-02-2003, 04:13 AM

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Originally posted by Canadian_2k2
How do i check for ethernet/cable/hub problems?

The only real way is to try alternative hardware. If you have another ethernet cable, try that one instead. If your switch/hub has a free port, try plugging the cable into that port. If your PC has a spare adapter, try configuring that adapter. Switch out hardware items one at a time and wait to see if you still have the problem. If so, you can (more or less) rule out that component as being the problem.