Making Router Work

[gadgetgirl85]

I have a Dlink router and no matter how I change the password (using wep) I cannot get it to accept the password (says its invalid) however I know its right because my Pcs connect to the network. I have heard about putting a $ in front of the password fixing it. Is this true? The only way I can get wireless to work is if I unsecure the network but I dont like that. Anything is better than nothing in my opinion. At the moment I'm using an ethernet cord for my mac mini but when I get my MBP im going to need to use wireless. Any advice?

 

[jsw]

Have you tried all of the Mac's WEP options (WEP/WEP hex/WEP ASCII)? Sometimes Apple's labels for the scheme differ from those of the router manufacturer.

Edit: here is how I got it to work on a Linksys - your system may be similar.

 

[gadgetgirl85]

Yep I tried it I'm just really reluctant to fiddle with the router I've already messed things up once before. I'm kind of looking for an easy solution if possible (That doesnt involve unsecuring the network)

 

[jsw]

Yep I tried it I'm just really reluctant to fiddle with the router I've already messed things up once before. I'm kind of looking for an easy solution if possible (That doesnt involve unsecuring the network)

I'm not sure if you noticed my edit, but I did get it to work on a Linksys by trying a few different settings. You might not need to change anything on the router at all.

 

[gadgetgirl85]

Cool I'll give it a try when the MBP arrives. Anyone have any other alternatives to try while I'm there?