If your modem's default gateway address is starting with “169.254”, then resetting your network adapter to default settings may help fix the issue.
This process may also be known as a "winsock reset", or "comms reinstall".
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Are websites not loading properly? If your modem seems to be online but you're having trouble browsing the web, these steps will help identify the issue.
A ping test checks how data packets are sent to a specific address using your internet connection, including how long it took and whether any packets were lost.
If you use PingPlotter, it will run a ping test and a traceroute at the same…
Every modem has a default gateway, which is a web page where you can log in and change your modem settings. You'll find the default gateway address on your modem's barcode sticker, but if it's not working, then these steps can help you…
A TCP/IP reset can fix some browsing issues, particularly if your modem's default gateway address is starting with “169.254”.
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TCP/IP Reset in Windows
TCP/IP Reset in macOS
In most cases, your computer will obtain DNS settings automatically and you won't need to set it manually. Sometimes DNS may need to be set manually if you're experiencing browsing issues.
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If there's no communication betwen your modem and your device, then you won't be able to view websites or browse to your modem's default gateway. These steps will help identify the issue.
Data moves around the internet through ports. When a port is blocked, data can't move through it. There are certain ports that aren't necessary for everyday internet use, but they are commonly used for network attacks. Blocking these ports…
A traceroute checks how data packets are sent to a specific address using your internet connection, taking note of each stop along the way. It's a good way to see the latency (delay) between different servers that make up the internet.
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