Unable to connect to router via ethernet cable

[BobPearse]

I'm having trouble connecting to Belkin wireless router via ethernet cable. It works fine with a Compact laptop but not with Dell desktop or laptop, I've checked device manager and everything is working but no lights on router or network port. I'm running xp home edition.Can any one help, please?

 

[donkey42]

I'm having trouble connecting to Belkin wireless router via ethernet cable. It works fine with a Compact laptop but not with Dell desktop or laptop, I've checked device manager and everything is working but no lights on router

is router receiving power from it's PSU[ot]if the router is receiving power at least the power light should be on[/ot]BTW: what is the make & model of your router

 

[BobPearse]

Its belkin Wireless G Modem Router.
"http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Product_Id=252506"
it connects perfectly via wireless with each computer but only wired with the Compact. I've connected to each port Separately with all three computers and only the compact responds.

 

[donkey42]

Its belkin Wireless G Modem Router.

it connects perfectly via wireless with each computer but only wired with the Compact. I've connected to each port Separately with all three computers and only the compact responds.

although i'm useless with wireless[ot]cos i've never used it[/ot]BTW: i will try though[ot]if nobody else posts, i'll hopefully be back with an answer[/ot]

BTW: I misunderstood, i thought your router may be faulty of have a faulty PSU, sorry

 

[donkey42]

what firmware revision ?[ot]to make sure i download the correct manual[/ot]

BTW: as i don't know the differences / similarities between the firmware revisions

 

[thoonie]

Have you tried changing the cable of the PC? Check the ethernet card aswell.