Re: Lost connection

[Daniel Kerr]

No worries.
Though, I'd make sure to get Ronni's name right (no 'e') otherwise she might 
not help,…lol :o)
Sorry couldn't resist, as so many times I see it spelt wrong on this list,..and 
yet for the amount she posts, I was sure people would get it right….lol :)
(Not a dig at you, just an overall observation,…) :o) hehe

Kind regards
Daniel

Sent from my iPhone 4s

---
Daniel Kerr
MacWizardry

Phone: 0414 795 960
Email: 
Web:   


**For everything Macintosh**

On 19/05/2012, at 3:39 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:

> Daniel/Ronnie thanks again
> appreciate your patience
> 
> cheers
> 
> Tom
> 
> alwas goes to show wamug list is a brilliant idea and practical and
> friendly light in the gloom  etc etc
> 
> On 19 May 2012 15:36, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
> 
>> Hi Tom
>> 
>> You can try a different cable, as some as "tighter" connections, so
>> therefore fit better.
>> The Ethernet port is generally soldered to the Motherboard/Logicboard, so
>> not something easily replaced. You'd probably find it cheaper/easier to add
>> a wireless card to it (depending on which mode), or set up wireless for it,
>> if you're finding the Ethernet port is flakey,….
>> Might just be worth trying another cable, slight angle on it, or something
>> like that to see if it holds on Ethernet.
>> 
>> Kind regards
>> Daniel
>> (whose filling in time waiting for software to upgrade at clients, and is
>> going to take a long time…)
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>> 
>> ---
>> Daniel Kerr
>> MacWizardry
>> 
>> Phone: 0414 795 960
>> Email: 
>> Web:   
>> 
>> 
>> **For everything Macintosh**
>> 
>> On 19/05/2012, at 3:30 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>> 
>>> Ronnie , Daniel - *thanks for all your help* - I had been very very
>>> reluctant to jiggle the connection lest i break something
>>> 
>>> well a few wminutes ago i got a connection green light and all - so
>>> obviousl it was hadware after all - problem is i dont really
>>> want to jam something else in there to hold it for the green light and
>>> connection...
>>> 
>>> daniel is it expensive to get a new input plug?  (or one from a
>> demolished
>>> unit) ?
>>> 
>>> On 19 May 2012 15:23, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
>>> 
 The cables are definitely "clicked" in all the way,..enough you actually
 hear it click when you insert it.
 Had a few jobs where it just wash't sitting right. You can also try
 jiggling the cable slightly to see if it makes a connection.
 
 The other thing you can try is it to set Ethernet Network manually
>> adding
 in your IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Router address.
 e.g. if you use a Netgear Router is 192.168.0.1, Subnet is normally
 255.255.255.0 and pick a higher IP address that other devices aren't
>> using
 e.g. 192.168.0.50
 Click OK and see if it gets a green dot for Ethernet and then internet
 works.
 
 Could try a PRAM reset anyway,..never hurts,..lol.
 
 And when you moved the folder to the desktop (SystemConfiguration) it
 definitely moved it and didn't just make a copy of it (and left it
>> there in
 Library/Preferences folder).
 
 Kind regards
 Daniel
 
 Sent from my iPhone 4s
 
 ---
 Daniel Kerr
 MacWizardry
 
 Phone: 0414 795 960
 Email: 
 Web:   
 
 
 **For everything Macintosh**
 
 On 19/05/2012, at 3:15 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
 
> after modem restart and router restart and  sys config on desktop -
>> still
> the same, sigh
> 
> On 19 May 2012 15:08, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> 
>> ok off to the modem to do a restart on that as well - sorry that this
>> is
>> dragging out like this
>> 
>> 
>> On 19 May 2012 15:06, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>> 
>>> Did you restart the Modem / Router as well?
>>> 
>>> On 19/05/2012, at 3:04 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>>> 
 ok  with system config file on desktop, and restart - nothing has
>>> changed
 the cable unplugged message in preferences
 
 On 19 May 2012 15:01, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
 
> ok
> 
> 
> On 19 May 2012 15:00, Ronda Brown  wrote:
> 
>> Drag the folder to your desktop as Daniel suggested.
>> DON'T put it in the trash.
>> 
>> Cheers,
>> Ronni
>> 
>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:57 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>> 
>>> I am a bit confused re the system configuration folder - should i
 put
>> it in
>>> trash?  or just another folder on the desk top?
>>> 
>>> On 19 May 2012 14:53, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
>>> 
 no probs just going in
 
 
 On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr 
>>> wrote:
 
> Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
> 
> Kind regards
> Daniel
>

Re: Lost connection

[Tom Hogarth]

Daniel/Ronnie thanks again
appreciate your patience

cheers

Tom

alwas goes to show wamug list is a brilliant idea and practical and
friendly light in the gloom  etc etc

On 19 May 2012 15:36, Daniel Kerr  wrote:

> Hi Tom
>
> You can try a different cable, as some as "tighter" connections, so
> therefore fit better.
> The Ethernet port is generally soldered to the Motherboard/Logicboard, so
> not something easily replaced. You'd probably find it cheaper/easier to add
> a wireless card to it (depending on which mode), or set up wireless for it,
> if you're finding the Ethernet port is flakey,….
> Might just be worth trying another cable, slight angle on it, or something
> like that to see if it holds on Ethernet.
>
> Kind regards
> Daniel
> (whose filling in time waiting for software to upgrade at clients, and is
> going to take a long time…)
>
> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>
> ---
> Daniel Kerr
> MacWizardry
>
> Phone: 0414 795 960
> Email: 
> Web:   
>
>
> **For everything Macintosh**
>
> On 19/05/2012, at 3:30 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>
> > Ronnie , Daniel - *thanks for all your help* - I had been very very
> > reluctant to jiggle the connection lest i break something
> >
> > well a few wminutes ago i got a connection green light and all - so
> > obviousl it was hadware after all - problem is i dont really
> > want to jam something else in there to hold it for the green light and
> > connection...
> >
> > daniel is it expensive to get a new input plug?  (or one from a
> demolished
> > unit) ?
> >
> > On 19 May 2012 15:23, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
> >
> >> The cables are definitely "clicked" in all the way,..enough you actually
> >> hear it click when you insert it.
> >> Had a few jobs where it just wash't sitting right. You can also try
> >> jiggling the cable slightly to see if it makes a connection.
> >>
> >> The other thing you can try is it to set Ethernet Network manually
> adding
> >> in your IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Router address.
> >> e.g. if you use a Netgear Router is 192.168.0.1, Subnet is normally
> >> 255.255.255.0 and pick a higher IP address that other devices aren't
> using
> >> e.g. 192.168.0.50
> >> Click OK and see if it gets a green dot for Ethernet and then internet
> >> works.
> >>
> >> Could try a PRAM reset anyway,..never hurts,..lol.
> >>
> >> And when you moved the folder to the desktop (SystemConfiguration) it
> >> definitely moved it and didn't just make a copy of it (and left it
> there in
> >> Library/Preferences folder).
> >>
> >> Kind regards
> >> Daniel
> >>
> >> Sent from my iPhone 4s
> >>
> >> ---
> >> Daniel Kerr
> >> MacWizardry
> >>
> >> Phone: 0414 795 960
> >> Email: 
> >> Web:   
> >>
> >>
> >> **For everything Macintosh**
> >>
> >> On 19/05/2012, at 3:15 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> >>
> >>> after modem restart and router restart and  sys config on desktop -
> still
> >>> the same, sigh
> >>>
> >>> On 19 May 2012 15:08, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> >>>
>  ok off to the modem to do a restart on that as well - sorry that this
> is
>  dragging out like this
> 
> 
>  On 19 May 2012 15:06, Ronda Brown  wrote:
> 
> > Did you restart the Modem / Router as well?
> >
> > On 19/05/2012, at 3:04 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> >
> >> ok  with system config file on desktop, and restart - nothing has
> > changed
> >> the cable unplugged message in preferences
> >>
> >> On 19 May 2012 15:01, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> >>
> >>> ok
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> On 19 May 2012 15:00, Ronda Brown  wrote:
> >>>
>  Drag the folder to your desktop as Daniel suggested.
>  DON'T put it in the trash.
> 
>  Cheers,
>  Ronni
> 
>  On 19/05/2012, at 2:57 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> 
> > I am a bit confused re the system configuration folder - should i
> >> put
>  it in
> > trash?  or just another folder on the desk top?
> >
> > On 19 May 2012 14:53, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> >
> >> no probs just going in
> >>
> >>
> >> On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr 
> > wrote:
> >>
> >>> Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
> >>>
> >>> Kind regards
> >>> Daniel
> >>>
> >>> Sent from my iPhone 4s
> >>>
> >>> ---
> >>> Daniel Kerr
> >>> MacWizardry
> >>>
> >>> Phone: 0414 795 960
> >>> Email: 
> >>> Web:   
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> **For everything Macintosh**
> >>>
> >>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> >>>
>  On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr 
> > wrote:
> 
> > I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX
> >> that
> >>> doesn't
> > affect Network anymore, but s

Re: Lost connection

[Daniel Kerr]

Hi Tom

You can try a different cable, as some as "tighter" connections, so therefore 
fit better.
The Ethernet port is generally soldered to the Motherboard/Logicboard, so not 
something easily replaced. You'd probably find it cheaper/easier to add a 
wireless card to it (depending on which mode), or set up wireless for it, if 
you're finding the Ethernet port is flakey,….
Might just be worth trying another cable, slight angle on it, or something like 
that to see if it holds on Ethernet.

Kind regards
Daniel
(whose filling in time waiting for software to upgrade at clients, and is going 
to take a long time…)

Sent from my iPhone 4s

---
Daniel Kerr
MacWizardry

Phone: 0414 795 960
Email: 
Web:   


**For everything Macintosh**

On 19/05/2012, at 3:30 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:

> Ronnie , Daniel - *thanks for all your help* - I had been very very
> reluctant to jiggle the connection lest i break something
> 
> well a few wminutes ago i got a connection green light and all - so
> obviousl it was hadware after all - problem is i dont really
> want to jam something else in there to hold it for the green light and
> connection...
> 
> daniel is it expensive to get a new input plug?  (or one from a demolished
> unit) ?
> 
> On 19 May 2012 15:23, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
> 
>> The cables are definitely "clicked" in all the way,..enough you actually
>> hear it click when you insert it.
>> Had a few jobs where it just wash't sitting right. You can also try
>> jiggling the cable slightly to see if it makes a connection.
>> 
>> The other thing you can try is it to set Ethernet Network manually adding
>> in your IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Router address.
>> e.g. if you use a Netgear Router is 192.168.0.1, Subnet is normally
>> 255.255.255.0 and pick a higher IP address that other devices aren't using
>> e.g. 192.168.0.50
>> Click OK and see if it gets a green dot for Ethernet and then internet
>> works.
>> 
>> Could try a PRAM reset anyway,..never hurts,..lol.
>> 
>> And when you moved the folder to the desktop (SystemConfiguration) it
>> definitely moved it and didn't just make a copy of it (and left it there in
>> Library/Preferences folder).
>> 
>> Kind regards
>> Daniel
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>> 
>> ---
>> Daniel Kerr
>> MacWizardry
>> 
>> Phone: 0414 795 960
>> Email: 
>> Web:   
>> 
>> 
>> **For everything Macintosh**
>> 
>> On 19/05/2012, at 3:15 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>> 
>>> after modem restart and router restart and  sys config on desktop - still
>>> the same, sigh
>>> 
>>> On 19 May 2012 15:08, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
>>> 
 ok off to the modem to do a restart on that as well - sorry that this is
 dragging out like this
 
 
 On 19 May 2012 15:06, Ronda Brown  wrote:
 
> Did you restart the Modem / Router as well?
> 
> On 19/05/2012, at 3:04 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> 
>> ok  with system config file on desktop, and restart - nothing has
> changed
>> the cable unplugged message in preferences
>> 
>> On 19 May 2012 15:01, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
>> 
>>> ok
>>> 
>>> 
>>> On 19 May 2012 15:00, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>>> 
 Drag the folder to your desktop as Daniel suggested.
 DON'T put it in the trash.
 
 Cheers,
 Ronni
 
 On 19/05/2012, at 2:57 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
 
> I am a bit confused re the system configuration folder - should i
>> put
 it in
> trash?  or just another folder on the desk top?
> 
> On 19 May 2012 14:53, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> 
>> no probs just going in
>> 
>> 
>> On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr 
> wrote:
>> 
>>> Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
>>> 
>>> Kind regards
>>> Daniel
>>> 
>>> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>>> 
>>> ---
>>> Daniel Kerr
>>> MacWizardry
>>> 
>>> Phone: 0414 795 960
>>> Email: 
>>> Web:   
>>> 
>>> 
>>> **For everything Macintosh**
>>> 
>>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>>> 
 On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr 
> wrote:
 
> I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX
>> that
>>> doesn't
> affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
> If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try
 "resetting"
> Network.
> To do this, you do the following:-
> 
> Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
> FInd a folder called System Preferences.
 
 
 well first find - its not there...
 
 
 
> Drag this off to the de

Re: Lost connection

[Tom Hogarth]

if i push down on the cable connection when it is sitting in the
bay/hole/opening it is green - just tring to think what is suitable to jam
in the opening that wont foul anything up

yes ronnie using dhcp is selected

On 19 May 2012 15:30, Ronda Brown  wrote:

> Also do you have 'Using DHCP' selected?
> The yellow indicates you are not picking up an IP Address.
>
> On 19/05/2012, at 3:23 PM, Daniel Kerr wrote:
>
> > The cables are definitely "clicked" in all the way,..enough you actually
> hear it click when you insert it.
> > Had a few jobs where it just wash't sitting right. You can also try
> jiggling the cable slightly to see if it makes a connection.
> >
> > The other thing you can try is it to set Ethernet Network manually
> adding in your IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Router address.
> > e.g. if you use a Netgear Router is 192.168.0.1, Subnet is normally
> 255.255.255.0 and pick a higher IP address that other devices aren't using
> e.g. 192.168.0.50
> > Click OK and see if it gets a green dot for Ethernet and then internet
> works.
> >
> > Could try a PRAM reset anyway,..never hurts,..lol.
> >
> > And when you moved the folder to the desktop (SystemConfiguration) it
> definitely moved it and didn't just make a copy of it (and left it there in
> Library/Preferences folder).
> >
> > Kind regards
> > Daniel
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone 4s
> >
> > ---
> > Daniel Kerr
> > MacWizardry
> >
> > Phone: 0414 795 960
> > Email: 
> > Web:   
> >
> >
> > **For everything Macintosh**
> >
> > On 19/05/2012, at 3:15 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> >
> >> after modem restart and router restart and  sys config on desktop -
> still
> >> the same, sigh
> >>
> >> On 19 May 2012 15:08, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> >>
> >>> ok off to the modem to do a restart on that as well - sorry that this
> is
> >>> dragging out like this
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> On 19 May 2012 15:06, Ronda Brown  wrote:
> >>>
>  Did you restart the Modem / Router as well?
> 
>  On 19/05/2012, at 3:04 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> 
> > ok  with system config file on desktop, and restart - nothing has
>  changed
> > the cable unplugged message in preferences
> >
> > On 19 May 2012 15:01, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> >
> >> ok
> >>
> >>
> >> On 19 May 2012 15:00, Ronda Brown  wrote:
> >>
> >>> Drag the folder to your desktop as Daniel suggested.
> >>> DON'T put it in the trash.
> >>>
> >>> Cheers,
> >>> Ronni
> >>>
> >>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:57 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> >>>
>  I am a bit confused re the system configuration folder - should i
> put
> >>> it in
>  trash?  or just another folder on the desk top?
> 
>  On 19 May 2012 14:53, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> 
> > no probs just going in
> >
> >
> > On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr 
>  wrote:
> >
> >> Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
> >>
> >> Kind regards
> >> Daniel
> >>
> >> Sent from my iPhone 4s
> >>
> >> ---
> >> Daniel Kerr
> >> MacWizardry
> >>
> >> Phone: 0414 795 960
> >> Email: 
> >> Web:   
> >>
> >>
> >> **For everything Macintosh**
> >>
> >> On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> >>
> >>> On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr 
>  wrote:
> >>>
>  I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX
> that
> >> doesn't
>  affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
>  If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try
> >>> "resetting"
>  Network.
>  To do this, you do the following:-
> 
>  Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
>  FInd a folder called System Preferences.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> well first find - its not there...
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
>  Drag this off to the desktop (for save keeping incase you
> need to
> >>> put
> >> it
>  back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to the Desktop
>  (depending
> >>> on
> >> your
>  OSX version).
>  (Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then
> you'll
> >>> need to
>  move the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
>  Restart.
>  Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences.
> Ensure
>  the
> >> cable
>  does "click" into the Port.
> 
>  You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing
> the
> >>> file.
> 
>  I have found that can fix it on some machines.
>  See how that goes.
> 
>  Kind regards

Re: Lost connection

[Ronda Brown]

Also do you have 'Using DHCP' selected?
The yellow indicates you are not picking up an IP Address.

On 19/05/2012, at 3:23 PM, Daniel Kerr wrote:

> The cables are definitely "clicked" in all the way,..enough you actually hear 
> it click when you insert it.
> Had a few jobs where it just wash't sitting right. You can also try jiggling 
> the cable slightly to see if it makes a connection.
> 
> The other thing you can try is it to set Ethernet Network manually adding in 
> your IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Router address.
> e.g. if you use a Netgear Router is 192.168.0.1, Subnet is normally 
> 255.255.255.0 and pick a higher IP address that other devices aren't using 
> e.g. 192.168.0.50
> Click OK and see if it gets a green dot for Ethernet and then internet works.
> 
> Could try a PRAM reset anyway,..never hurts,..lol.
> 
> And when you moved the folder to the desktop (SystemConfiguration) it 
> definitely moved it and didn't just make a copy of it (and left it there in 
> Library/Preferences folder).
> 
> Kind regards
> Daniel
> 
> Sent from my iPhone 4s
> 
> ---
> Daniel Kerr
> MacWizardry
> 
> Phone: 0414 795 960
> Email: 
> Web:   
> 
> 
> **For everything Macintosh**
> 
> On 19/05/2012, at 3:15 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> 
>> after modem restart and router restart and  sys config on desktop - still
>> the same, sigh
>> 
>> On 19 May 2012 15:08, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
>> 
>>> ok off to the modem to do a restart on that as well - sorry that this is
>>> dragging out like this
>>> 
>>> 
>>> On 19 May 2012 15:06, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>>> 
 Did you restart the Modem / Router as well?
 
 On 19/05/2012, at 3:04 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
 
> ok  with system config file on desktop, and restart - nothing has
 changed
> the cable unplugged message in preferences
> 
> On 19 May 2012 15:01, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> 
>> ok
>> 
>> 
>> On 19 May 2012 15:00, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>> 
>>> Drag the folder to your desktop as Daniel suggested.
>>> DON'T put it in the trash.
>>> 
>>> Cheers,
>>> Ronni
>>> 
>>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:57 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>>> 
 I am a bit confused re the system configuration folder - should i put
>>> it in
 trash?  or just another folder on the desk top?
 
 On 19 May 2012 14:53, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
 
> no probs just going in
> 
> 
> On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr 
 wrote:
> 
>> Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
>> 
>> Kind regards
>> Daniel
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>> 
>> ---
>> Daniel Kerr
>> MacWizardry
>> 
>> Phone: 0414 795 960
>> Email: 
>> Web:   
>> 
>> 
>> **For everything Macintosh**
>> 
>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>> 
>>> On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr 
 wrote:
>>> 
 I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX that
>> doesn't
 affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
 If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try
>>> "resetting"
 Network.
 To do this, you do the following:-
 
 Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
 FInd a folder called System Preferences.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> well first find - its not there...
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
 Drag this off to the desktop (for save keeping incase you need to
>>> put
>> it
 back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to the Desktop
 (depending
>>> on
>> your
 OSX version).
 (Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then you'll
>>> need to
 move the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
 Restart.
 Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences. Ensure
 the
>> cable
 does "click" into the Port.
 
 You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing the
>>> file.
 
 I have found that can fix it on some machines.
 See how that goes.
 
 Kind regards
 Daniel
 
 Sent from my iPhone 4s
 
 
 
 ---
 Daniel Kerr
 MacWizardry
 
 Phone: 0414 795 960
 Email: 
 Web:   
 
 
 **For everything Macintosh**
 
 On 19/05/2012, at 2:23 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
 
> On 19 May 2012 13:37, Ronda Brown  w

Re: Lost connection

[Tom Hogarth]

Ronnie , Daniel - *thanks for all your help* - I had been very very
reluctant to jiggle the connection lest i break something

well a few wminutes ago i got a connection green light and all - so
obviousl it was hadware after all - problem is i dont really
want to jam something else in there to hold it for the green light and
connection...

daniel is it expensive to get a new input plug?  (or one from a demolished
unit) ?

On 19 May 2012 15:23, Daniel Kerr  wrote:

> The cables are definitely "clicked" in all the way,..enough you actually
> hear it click when you insert it.
> Had a few jobs where it just wash't sitting right. You can also try
> jiggling the cable slightly to see if it makes a connection.
>
> The other thing you can try is it to set Ethernet Network manually adding
> in your IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Router address.
> e.g. if you use a Netgear Router is 192.168.0.1, Subnet is normally
> 255.255.255.0 and pick a higher IP address that other devices aren't using
> e.g. 192.168.0.50
> Click OK and see if it gets a green dot for Ethernet and then internet
> works.
>
> Could try a PRAM reset anyway,..never hurts,..lol.
>
> And when you moved the folder to the desktop (SystemConfiguration) it
> definitely moved it and didn't just make a copy of it (and left it there in
> Library/Preferences folder).
>
> Kind regards
> Daniel
>
> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>
> ---
> Daniel Kerr
> MacWizardry
>
> Phone: 0414 795 960
> Email: 
> Web:   
>
>
> **For everything Macintosh**
>
> On 19/05/2012, at 3:15 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>
> > after modem restart and router restart and  sys config on desktop - still
> > the same, sigh
> >
> > On 19 May 2012 15:08, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> >
> >> ok off to the modem to do a restart on that as well - sorry that this is
> >> dragging out like this
> >>
> >>
> >> On 19 May 2012 15:06, Ronda Brown  wrote:
> >>
> >>> Did you restart the Modem / Router as well?
> >>>
> >>> On 19/05/2012, at 3:04 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> >>>
>  ok  with system config file on desktop, and restart - nothing has
> >>> changed
>  the cable unplugged message in preferences
> 
>  On 19 May 2012 15:01, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> 
> > ok
> >
> >
> > On 19 May 2012 15:00, Ronda Brown  wrote:
> >
> >> Drag the folder to your desktop as Daniel suggested.
> >> DON'T put it in the trash.
> >>
> >> Cheers,
> >> Ronni
> >>
> >> On 19/05/2012, at 2:57 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> >>
> >>> I am a bit confused re the system configuration folder - should i
> put
> >> it in
> >>> trash?  or just another folder on the desk top?
> >>>
> >>> On 19 May 2012 14:53, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> >>>
>  no probs just going in
> 
> 
>  On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr 
> >>> wrote:
> 
> > Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
> >
> > Kind regards
> > Daniel
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone 4s
> >
> > ---
> > Daniel Kerr
> > MacWizardry
> >
> > Phone: 0414 795 960
> > Email: 
> > Web:   
> >
> >
> > **For everything Macintosh**
> >
> > On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> >
> >> On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr 
> >>> wrote:
> >>
> >>> I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX
> that
> > doesn't
> >>> affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
> >>> If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try
> >> "resetting"
> >>> Network.
> >>> To do this, you do the following:-
> >>>
> >>> Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
> >>> FInd a folder called System Preferences.
> >>
> >>
> >> well first find - its not there...
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>> Drag this off to the desktop (for save keeping incase you need
> to
> >> put
> > it
> >>> back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to the Desktop
> >>> (depending
> >> on
> > your
> >>> OSX version).
> >>> (Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then you'll
> >> need to
> >>> move the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
> >>> Restart.
> >>> Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences.
> Ensure
> >>> the
> > cable
> >>> does "click" into the Port.
> >>>
> >>> You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing the
> >> file.
> >>>
> >>> I have found that can fix it on some machines.
> >>> See how that goes.
> >>>
> >>> Kind regards
> >>> Daniel
> >>>
> >>> Sent from my iPhone 4s
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >

Re: Lost connection

[Daniel Kerr]

The cables are definitely "clicked" in all the way,..enough you actually hear 
it click when you insert it.
Had a few jobs where it just wash't sitting right. You can also try jiggling 
the cable slightly to see if it makes a connection.

The other thing you can try is it to set Ethernet Network manually adding in 
your IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Router address.
e.g. if you use a Netgear Router is 192.168.0.1, Subnet is normally 
255.255.255.0 and pick a higher IP address that other devices aren't using e.g. 
192.168.0.50
Click OK and see if it gets a green dot for Ethernet and then internet works.

Could try a PRAM reset anyway,..never hurts,..lol.

And when you moved the folder to the desktop (SystemConfiguration) it 
definitely moved it and didn't just make a copy of it (and left it there in 
Library/Preferences folder).

Kind regards
Daniel

Sent from my iPhone 4s

---
Daniel Kerr
MacWizardry

Phone: 0414 795 960
Email: 
Web:   


**For everything Macintosh**

On 19/05/2012, at 3:15 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:

> after modem restart and router restart and  sys config on desktop - still
> the same, sigh
> 
> On 19 May 2012 15:08, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> 
>> ok off to the modem to do a restart on that as well - sorry that this is
>> dragging out like this
>> 
>> 
>> On 19 May 2012 15:06, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>> 
>>> Did you restart the Modem / Router as well?
>>> 
>>> On 19/05/2012, at 3:04 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>>> 
 ok  with system config file on desktop, and restart - nothing has
>>> changed
 the cable unplugged message in preferences
 
 On 19 May 2012 15:01, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
 
> ok
> 
> 
> On 19 May 2012 15:00, Ronda Brown  wrote:
> 
>> Drag the folder to your desktop as Daniel suggested.
>> DON'T put it in the trash.
>> 
>> Cheers,
>> Ronni
>> 
>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:57 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>> 
>>> I am a bit confused re the system configuration folder - should i put
>> it in
>>> trash?  or just another folder on the desk top?
>>> 
>>> On 19 May 2012 14:53, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
>>> 
 no probs just going in
 
 
 On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr 
>>> wrote:
 
> Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
> 
> Kind regards
> Daniel
> 
> Sent from my iPhone 4s
> 
> ---
> Daniel Kerr
> MacWizardry
> 
> Phone: 0414 795 960
> Email: 
> Web:   
> 
> 
> **For everything Macintosh**
> 
> On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> 
>> On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr 
>>> wrote:
>> 
>>> I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX that
> doesn't
>>> affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
>>> If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try
>> "resetting"
>>> Network.
>>> To do this, you do the following:-
>>> 
>>> Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
>>> FInd a folder called System Preferences.
>> 
>> 
>> well first find - its not there...
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>> Drag this off to the desktop (for save keeping incase you need to
>> put
> it
>>> back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to the Desktop
>>> (depending
>> on
> your
>>> OSX version).
>>> (Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then you'll
>> need to
>>> move the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
>>> Restart.
>>> Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences. Ensure
>>> the
> cable
>>> does "click" into the Port.
>>> 
>>> You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing the
>> file.
>>> 
>>> I have found that can fix it on some machines.
>>> See how that goes.
>>> 
>>> Kind regards
>>> Daniel
>>> 
>>> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> ---
>>> Daniel Kerr
>>> MacWizardry
>>> 
>>> Phone: 0414 795 960
>>> Email: 
>>> Web:   
>>> 
>>> 
>>> **For everything Macintosh**
>>> 
>>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:23 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>>> 
 On 19 May 2012 13:37, Ronda Brown  wrote:
 
> Hi Tom,
> Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the
>> other?
> 
 
 No I am simpl tring to get the imac to actually be connected to
>>> the
 network..  I am not tring to connect computers in any way
 
 
>>

Re: Lost connection

[Tom Hogarth]

interersting on the pref/network pane when i did the nth check of the cable
connection
it showed a yellow ip not known message before going to the unpl,ugged
message

On 19 May 2012 15:15, Tom Hogarth  wrote:

> after modem restart and router restart and  sys config on desktop - still
> the same, sigh
>
>
> On 19 May 2012 15:08, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
>
>> ok off to the modem to do a restart on that as well - sorry that this is
>> dragging out like this
>>
>>
>> On 19 May 2012 15:06, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>>
>>> Did you restart the Modem / Router as well?
>>>
>>> On 19/05/2012, at 3:04 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>>>
>>> > ok  with system config file on desktop, and restart - nothing has
>>> changed
>>> > the cable unplugged message in preferences
>>> >
>>> > On 19 May 2012 15:01, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
>>> >
>>> >> ok
>>> >>
>>> >>
>>> >> On 19 May 2012 15:00, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>>> >>
>>> >>> Drag the folder to your desktop as Daniel suggested.
>>> >>> DON'T put it in the trash.
>>> >>>
>>> >>> Cheers,
>>> >>> Ronni
>>> >>>
>>> >>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:57 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>>> >>>
>>>  I am a bit confused re the system configuration folder - should i
>>> put
>>> >>> it in
>>>  trash?  or just another folder on the desk top?
>>> 
>>>  On 19 May 2012 14:53, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
>>> 
>>> > no probs just going in
>>> >
>>> >
>>> > On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr 
>>> wrote:
>>> >
>>> >> Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
>>> >>
>>> >> Kind regards
>>> >> Daniel
>>> >>
>>> >> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>>> >>
>>> >> ---
>>> >> Daniel Kerr
>>> >> MacWizardry
>>> >>
>>> >> Phone: 0414 795 960
>>> >> Email: 
>>> >> Web:   
>>> >>
>>> >>
>>> >> **For everything Macintosh**
>>> >>
>>> >> On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>>> >>
>>> >>> On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr 
>>> wrote:
>>> >>>
>>>  I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX
>>> that
>>> >> doesn't
>>>  affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
>>>  If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try
>>> >>> "resetting"
>>>  Network.
>>>  To do this, you do the following:-
>>> 
>>>  Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
>>>  FInd a folder called System Preferences.
>>> >>>
>>> >>>
>>> >>> well first find - its not there...
>>> >>>
>>> >>>
>>> >>>
>>>  Drag this off to the desktop (for save keeping incase you need
>>> to
>>> >>> put
>>> >> it
>>>  back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to the Desktop
>>> (depending
>>> >>> on
>>> >> your
>>>  OSX version).
>>>  (Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then you'll
>>> >>> need to
>>>  move the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
>>>  Restart.
>>>  Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences.
>>> Ensure the
>>> >> cable
>>>  does "click" into the Port.
>>> 
>>>  You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing the
>>> >>> file.
>>> 
>>>  I have found that can fix it on some machines.
>>>  See how that goes.
>>> 
>>>  Kind regards
>>>  Daniel
>>> 
>>>  Sent from my iPhone 4s
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>>  ---
>>>  Daniel Kerr
>>>  MacWizardry
>>> 
>>>  Phone: 0414 795 960
>>>  Email: 
>>>  Web:   
>>> 
>>> 
>>>  **For everything Macintosh**
>>> 
>>>  On 19/05/2012, at 2:23 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>>> 
>>> > On 19 May 2012 13:37, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>>> >
>>> >> Hi Tom,
>>> >> Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the
>>> >>> other?
>>> >>
>>> >
>>> > No I am simpl tring to get the imac to actually be connected
>>> to the
>>> > network..  I am not tring to connect computers in any way
>>> >
>>> >
>>> >> If so:
>>> >> 1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to
>>> >>> enable
>>> >> the
>>> >> two devices to communicate ?
>>> >>
>>> >> 2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -.
>>> >>> Firewall)
>>> >>
>>> >> 3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a
>>> time.
>>> >> They will look for connections when they boot up.
>>> >>
>>> >> Let us know how you get on please.
>>> >>
>>> >> Cheers,
>>> >> Ronni
>>> >> Sent from Ronni's iPad
>>> >>
>>> >> On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth >> >
>>> >> wrote:
>>> >>
>>> >>> Hi wamuggers
>>> >>>
>>> 

Re: Lost connection

[Ronda Brown]

Have you run Network Diagnostics for the Ethernet connection?
System Preferences
->Network
->Assist Me...
->Diagnostics...

Do do have the same settings as on the MacBook Pro that is connecting to the 
Ethernet Network ok.?


On 19/05/2012, at 3:15 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:

> after modem restart and router restart and  sys config on desktop - still
> the same, sigh
> 
> On 19 May 2012 15:08, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> 
>> ok off to the modem to do a restart on that as well - sorry that this is
>> dragging out like this
>> 
>> 
>> On 19 May 2012 15:06, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>> 
>>> Did you restart the Modem / Router as well?
>>> 
>>> On 19/05/2012, at 3:04 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>>> 
 ok  with system config file on desktop, and restart - nothing has
>>> changed
 the cable unplugged message in preferences
 
 On 19 May 2012 15:01, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
 
> ok
> 
> 
> On 19 May 2012 15:00, Ronda Brown  wrote:
> 
>> Drag the folder to your desktop as Daniel suggested.
>> DON'T put it in the trash.
>> 
>> Cheers,
>> Ronni
>> 
>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:57 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>> 
>>> I am a bit confused re the system configuration folder - should i put
>> it in
>>> trash?  or just another folder on the desk top?
>>> 
>>> On 19 May 2012 14:53, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
>>> 
 no probs just going in
 
 
 On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr 
>>> wrote:
 
> Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
> 
> Kind regards
> Daniel
> 
> Sent from my iPhone 4s
> 
> ---
> Daniel Kerr
> MacWizardry
> 
> Phone: 0414 795 960
> Email: 
> Web:   
> 
> 
> **For everything Macintosh**
> 
> On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> 
>> On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr 
>>> wrote:
>> 
>>> I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX that
> doesn't
>>> affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
>>> If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try
>> "resetting"
>>> Network.
>>> To do this, you do the following:-
>>> 
>>> Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
>>> FInd a folder called System Preferences.
>> 
>> 
>> well first find - its not there...
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>> Drag this off to the desktop (for save keeping incase you need to
>> put
> it
>>> back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to the Desktop
>>> (depending
>> on
> your
>>> OSX version).
>>> (Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then you'll
>> need to
>>> move the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
>>> Restart.
>>> Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences. Ensure
>>> the
> cable
>>> does "click" into the Port.
>>> 
>>> You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing the
>> file.
>>> 
>>> I have found that can fix it on some machines.
>>> See how that goes.
>>> 
>>> Kind regards
>>> Daniel
>>> 
>>> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> ---
>>> Daniel Kerr
>>> MacWizardry
>>> 
>>> Phone: 0414 795 960
>>> Email: 
>>> Web:   
>>> 
>>> 
>>> **For everything Macintosh**
>>> 
>>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:23 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>>> 
 On 19 May 2012 13:37, Ronda Brown  wrote:
 
> Hi Tom,
> Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the
>> other?
> 
 
 No I am simpl tring to get the imac to actually be connected to
>>> the
 network..  I am not tring to connect computers in any way
 
 
> If so:
> 1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to
>> enable
> the
> two devices to communicate ?
> 
> 2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -.
>> Firewall)
> 
> 3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time.
> They will look for connections when they boot up.
> 
> Let us know how you get on please.
> 
> Cheers,
> Ronni
> Sent from Ronni's iPad
> 
> On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth 
> wrote:
> 
>> Hi wamuggers
>> 
>> I have an older imac  that refuses to a

Re: Lost connection

[Tom Hogarth]

after modem restart and router restart and  sys config on desktop - still
the same, sigh

On 19 May 2012 15:08, Tom Hogarth  wrote:

> ok off to the modem to do a restart on that as well - sorry that this is
> dragging out like this
>
>
> On 19 May 2012 15:06, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>
>> Did you restart the Modem / Router as well?
>>
>> On 19/05/2012, at 3:04 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>>
>> > ok  with system config file on desktop, and restart - nothing has
>> changed
>> > the cable unplugged message in preferences
>> >
>> > On 19 May 2012 15:01, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
>> >
>> >> ok
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> On 19 May 2012 15:00, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>> >>
>> >>> Drag the folder to your desktop as Daniel suggested.
>> >>> DON'T put it in the trash.
>> >>>
>> >>> Cheers,
>> >>> Ronni
>> >>>
>> >>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:57 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>> >>>
>>  I am a bit confused re the system configuration folder - should i put
>> >>> it in
>>  trash?  or just another folder on the desk top?
>> 
>>  On 19 May 2012 14:53, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
>> 
>> > no probs just going in
>> >
>> >
>> > On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr 
>> wrote:
>> >
>> >> Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
>> >>
>> >> Kind regards
>> >> Daniel
>> >>
>> >> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>> >>
>> >> ---
>> >> Daniel Kerr
>> >> MacWizardry
>> >>
>> >> Phone: 0414 795 960
>> >> Email: 
>> >> Web:   
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> **For everything Macintosh**
>> >>
>> >> On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>> >>
>> >>> On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr 
>> wrote:
>> >>>
>>  I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX that
>> >> doesn't
>>  affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
>>  If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try
>> >>> "resetting"
>>  Network.
>>  To do this, you do the following:-
>> 
>>  Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
>>  FInd a folder called System Preferences.
>> >>>
>> >>>
>> >>> well first find - its not there...
>> >>>
>> >>>
>> >>>
>>  Drag this off to the desktop (for save keeping incase you need to
>> >>> put
>> >> it
>>  back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to the Desktop
>> (depending
>> >>> on
>> >> your
>>  OSX version).
>>  (Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then you'll
>> >>> need to
>>  move the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
>>  Restart.
>>  Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences. Ensure
>> the
>> >> cable
>>  does "click" into the Port.
>> 
>>  You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing the
>> >>> file.
>> 
>>  I have found that can fix it on some machines.
>>  See how that goes.
>> 
>>  Kind regards
>>  Daniel
>> 
>>  Sent from my iPhone 4s
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>  ---
>>  Daniel Kerr
>>  MacWizardry
>> 
>>  Phone: 0414 795 960
>>  Email: 
>>  Web:   
>> 
>> 
>>  **For everything Macintosh**
>> 
>>  On 19/05/2012, at 2:23 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>> 
>> > On 19 May 2012 13:37, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>> >
>> >> Hi Tom,
>> >> Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the
>> >>> other?
>> >>
>> >
>> > No I am simpl tring to get the imac to actually be connected to
>> the
>> > network..  I am not tring to connect computers in any way
>> >
>> >
>> >> If so:
>> >> 1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to
>> >>> enable
>> >> the
>> >> two devices to communicate ?
>> >>
>> >> 2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -.
>> >>> Firewall)
>> >>
>> >> 3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time.
>> >> They will look for connections when they boot up.
>> >>
>> >> Let us know how you get on please.
>> >>
>> >> Cheers,
>> >> Ronni
>> >> Sent from Ronni's iPad
>> >>
>> >> On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth 
>> >> wrote:
>> >>
>> >>> Hi wamuggers
>> >>>
>> >>> I have an older imac  that refuses to acknowledge connected
>> >>> ethernet
>> >>> cables  ''either the cable for ethernet is not plugged in or
>> the
>> >> device
>> >> at
>> >>> the other end is not responding''
>> >>>
>> >>> The router and cables have all come up ok when checked and
>> >>> changed
>>  around
>> >>>
>> >>> 

Re: Lost connection

[Ronda Brown]

Make sure you have the Ethernet cable connected to the iMac and the Modem 
Router before you restart the Modem Router.

On 19/05/2012, at 3:08 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:

> ok off to the modem to do a restart on that as well - sorry that this is
> dragging out like this
> 
> On 19 May 2012 15:06, Ronda Brown  wrote:
> 
>> Did you restart the Modem / Router as well?
>> 
>> On 19/05/2012, at 3:04 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>> 
>>> ok  with system config file on desktop, and restart - nothing has changed
>>> the cable unplugged message in preferences
>>> 
>>> On 19 May 2012 15:01, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
>>> 
 ok
 
 
 On 19 May 2012 15:00, Ronda Brown  wrote:
 
> Drag the folder to your desktop as Daniel suggested.
> DON'T put it in the trash.
> 
> Cheers,
> Ronni
> 
> On 19/05/2012, at 2:57 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> 
>> I am a bit confused re the system configuration folder - should i put
> it in
>> trash?  or just another folder on the desk top?
>> 
>> On 19 May 2012 14:53, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
>> 
>>> no probs just going in
>>> 
>>> 
>>> On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
>>> 
 Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
 
 Kind regards
 Daniel
 
 Sent from my iPhone 4s
 
 ---
 Daniel Kerr
 MacWizardry
 
 Phone: 0414 795 960
 Email: 
 Web:   
 
 
 **For everything Macintosh**
 
 On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
 
> On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr 
>> wrote:
> 
>> I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX that
 doesn't
>> affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
>> If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try
> "resetting"
>> Network.
>> To do this, you do the following:-
>> 
>> Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
>> FInd a folder called System Preferences.
> 
> 
> well first find - its not there...
> 
> 
> 
>> Drag this off to the desktop (for save keeping incase you need to
> put
 it
>> back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to the Desktop
>> (depending
> on
 your
>> OSX version).
>> (Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then you'll
> need to
>> move the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
>> Restart.
>> Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences. Ensure
>> the
 cable
>> does "click" into the Port.
>> 
>> You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing the
> file.
>> 
>> I have found that can fix it on some machines.
>> See how that goes.
>> 
>> Kind regards
>> Daniel
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> ---
>> Daniel Kerr
>> MacWizardry
>> 
>> Phone: 0414 795 960
>> Email: 
>> Web:   
>> 
>> 
>> **For everything Macintosh**
>> 
>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:23 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>> 
>>> On 19 May 2012 13:37, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>>> 
 Hi Tom,
 Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the
> other?
 
>>> 
>>> No I am simpl tring to get the imac to actually be connected to
>> the
>>> network..  I am not tring to connect computers in any way
>>> 
>>> 
 If so:
 1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to
> enable
 the
 two devices to communicate ?
 
 2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -.
> Firewall)
 
 3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time.
 They will look for connections when they boot up.
 
 Let us know how you get on please.
 
 Cheers,
 Ronni
 Sent from Ronni's iPad
 
 On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth 
 wrote:
 
> Hi wamuggers
> 
> I have an older imac  that refuses to acknowledge connected
> ethernet
> cables  ''either the cable for ethernet is not plugged in or
>> the
 device
 at
> the other end is not responding''
> 
> The router and cables have all come up ok when checked and
> changed
>> around
> 
> The macbook pro that this is being sent from  -   it is
> connecti

Re: Lost connection

[Tom Hogarth]

ok off to the modem to do a restart on that as well - sorry that this is
dragging out like this

On 19 May 2012 15:06, Ronda Brown  wrote:

> Did you restart the Modem / Router as well?
>
> On 19/05/2012, at 3:04 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>
> > ok  with system config file on desktop, and restart - nothing has changed
> > the cable unplugged message in preferences
> >
> > On 19 May 2012 15:01, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> >
> >> ok
> >>
> >>
> >> On 19 May 2012 15:00, Ronda Brown  wrote:
> >>
> >>> Drag the folder to your desktop as Daniel suggested.
> >>> DON'T put it in the trash.
> >>>
> >>> Cheers,
> >>> Ronni
> >>>
> >>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:57 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> >>>
>  I am a bit confused re the system configuration folder - should i put
> >>> it in
>  trash?  or just another folder on the desk top?
> 
>  On 19 May 2012 14:53, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> 
> > no probs just going in
> >
> >
> > On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
> >
> >> Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
> >>
> >> Kind regards
> >> Daniel
> >>
> >> Sent from my iPhone 4s
> >>
> >> ---
> >> Daniel Kerr
> >> MacWizardry
> >>
> >> Phone: 0414 795 960
> >> Email: 
> >> Web:   
> >>
> >>
> >> **For everything Macintosh**
> >>
> >> On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> >>
> >>> On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr 
> wrote:
> >>>
>  I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX that
> >> doesn't
>  affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
>  If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try
> >>> "resetting"
>  Network.
>  To do this, you do the following:-
> 
>  Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
>  FInd a folder called System Preferences.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> well first find - its not there...
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
>  Drag this off to the desktop (for save keeping incase you need to
> >>> put
> >> it
>  back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to the Desktop
> (depending
> >>> on
> >> your
>  OSX version).
>  (Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then you'll
> >>> need to
>  move the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
>  Restart.
>  Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences. Ensure
> the
> >> cable
>  does "click" into the Port.
> 
>  You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing the
> >>> file.
> 
>  I have found that can fix it on some machines.
>  See how that goes.
> 
>  Kind regards
>  Daniel
> 
>  Sent from my iPhone 4s
> 
> 
> 
>  ---
>  Daniel Kerr
>  MacWizardry
> 
>  Phone: 0414 795 960
>  Email: 
>  Web:   
> 
> 
>  **For everything Macintosh**
> 
>  On 19/05/2012, at 2:23 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> 
> > On 19 May 2012 13:37, Ronda Brown  wrote:
> >
> >> Hi Tom,
> >> Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the
> >>> other?
> >>
> >
> > No I am simpl tring to get the imac to actually be connected to
> the
> > network..  I am not tring to connect computers in any way
> >
> >
> >> If so:
> >> 1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to
> >>> enable
> >> the
> >> two devices to communicate ?
> >>
> >> 2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -.
> >>> Firewall)
> >>
> >> 3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time.
> >> They will look for connections when they boot up.
> >>
> >> Let us know how you get on please.
> >>
> >> Cheers,
> >> Ronni
> >> Sent from Ronni's iPad
> >>
> >> On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth 
> >> wrote:
> >>
> >>> Hi wamuggers
> >>>
> >>> I have an older imac  that refuses to acknowledge connected
> >>> ethernet
> >>> cables  ''either the cable for ethernet is not plugged in or
> the
> >> device
> >> at
> >>> the other end is not responding''
> >>>
> >>> The router and cables have all come up ok when checked and
> >>> changed
>  around
> >>>
> >>> The macbook pro that this is being sent from  -   it is
> >>> connecting
> >> and
> >>> everything is ok
> >>>
> >>> I have tried searching for this problem high and low  but seem
> >> stumped.
> >>>
> >>> Any suggestions?
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>

Re: Lost connection

[Ronda Brown]

Did you restart the Modem / Router as well?

On 19/05/2012, at 3:04 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:

> ok  with system config file on desktop, and restart - nothing has changed
> the cable unplugged message in preferences
> 
> On 19 May 2012 15:01, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> 
>> ok
>> 
>> 
>> On 19 May 2012 15:00, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>> 
>>> Drag the folder to your desktop as Daniel suggested.
>>> DON'T put it in the trash.
>>> 
>>> Cheers,
>>> Ronni
>>> 
>>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:57 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>>> 
 I am a bit confused re the system configuration folder - should i put
>>> it in
 trash?  or just another folder on the desk top?
 
 On 19 May 2012 14:53, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
 
> no probs just going in
> 
> 
> On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
> 
>> Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
>> 
>> Kind regards
>> Daniel
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>> 
>> ---
>> Daniel Kerr
>> MacWizardry
>> 
>> Phone: 0414 795 960
>> Email: 
>> Web:   
>> 
>> 
>> **For everything Macintosh**
>> 
>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>> 
>>> On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
>>> 
 I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX that
>> doesn't
 affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
 If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try
>>> "resetting"
 Network.
 To do this, you do the following:-
 
 Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
 FInd a folder called System Preferences.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> well first find - its not there...
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
 Drag this off to the desktop (for save keeping incase you need to
>>> put
>> it
 back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to the Desktop (depending
>>> on
>> your
 OSX version).
 (Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then you'll
>>> need to
 move the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
 Restart.
 Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences. Ensure the
>> cable
 does "click" into the Port.
 
 You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing the
>>> file.
 
 I have found that can fix it on some machines.
 See how that goes.
 
 Kind regards
 Daniel
 
 Sent from my iPhone 4s
 
 
 
 ---
 Daniel Kerr
 MacWizardry
 
 Phone: 0414 795 960
 Email: 
 Web:   
 
 
 **For everything Macintosh**
 
 On 19/05/2012, at 2:23 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
 
> On 19 May 2012 13:37, Ronda Brown  wrote:
> 
>> Hi Tom,
>> Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the
>>> other?
>> 
> 
> No I am simpl tring to get the imac to actually be connected to the
> network..  I am not tring to connect computers in any way
> 
> 
>> If so:
>> 1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to
>>> enable
>> the
>> two devices to communicate ?
>> 
>> 2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -.
>>> Firewall)
>> 
>> 3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time.
>> They will look for connections when they boot up.
>> 
>> Let us know how you get on please.
>> 
>> Cheers,
>> Ronni
>> Sent from Ronni's iPad
>> 
>> On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth 
>> wrote:
>> 
>>> Hi wamuggers
>>> 
>>> I have an older imac  that refuses to acknowledge connected
>>> ethernet
>>> cables  ''either the cable for ethernet is not plugged in or the
>> device
>> at
>>> the other end is not responding''
>>> 
>>> The router and cables have all come up ok when checked and
>>> changed
 around
>>> 
>>> The macbook pro that this is being sent from  -   it is
>>> connecting
>> and
>>> everything is ok
>>> 
>>> I have tried searching for this problem high and low  but seem
>> stumped.
>>> 
>>> Any suggestions?
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Thanks to anyone who might have an idea
>>> 
>>> tom
>>> 
>>> problem
>>> imac running 10.6.8
>>> 2 Ghz intel core duo
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Re: Lost connection

[Tom Hogarth]

ok  with system config file on desktop, and restart - nothing has changed
the cable unplugged message in preferences

On 19 May 2012 15:01, Tom Hogarth  wrote:

> ok
>
>
> On 19 May 2012 15:00, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>
>> Drag the folder to your desktop as Daniel suggested.
>> DON'T put it in the trash.
>>
>> Cheers,
>> Ronni
>>
>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:57 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>>
>> > I am a bit confused re the system configuration folder - should i put
>> it in
>> > trash?  or just another folder on the desk top?
>> >
>> > On 19 May 2012 14:53, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
>> >
>> >> no probs just going in
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
>> >>
>> >>> Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
>> >>>
>> >>> Kind regards
>> >>> Daniel
>> >>>
>> >>> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>> >>>
>> >>> ---
>> >>> Daniel Kerr
>> >>> MacWizardry
>> >>>
>> >>> Phone: 0414 795 960
>> >>> Email: 
>> >>> Web:   
>> >>>
>> >>>
>> >>> **For everything Macintosh**
>> >>>
>> >>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>> >>>
>>  On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
>> 
>> > I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX that
>> >>> doesn't
>> > affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
>> > If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try
>> "resetting"
>> > Network.
>> > To do this, you do the following:-
>> >
>> > Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
>> > FInd a folder called System Preferences.
>> 
>> 
>>  well first find - its not there...
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> > Drag this off to the desktop (for save keeping incase you need to
>> put
>> >>> it
>> > back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to the Desktop (depending
>> on
>> >>> your
>> > OSX version).
>> > (Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then you'll
>> need to
>> > move the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
>> > Restart.
>> > Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences. Ensure the
>> >>> cable
>> > does "click" into the Port.
>> >
>> > You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing the
>> file.
>> >
>> > I have found that can fix it on some machines.
>> > See how that goes.
>> >
>> > Kind regards
>> > Daniel
>> >
>> > Sent from my iPhone 4s
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > ---
>> > Daniel Kerr
>> > MacWizardry
>> >
>> > Phone: 0414 795 960
>> > Email: 
>> > Web:   
>> >
>> >
>> > **For everything Macintosh**
>> >
>> > On 19/05/2012, at 2:23 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>> >
>> >> On 19 May 2012 13:37, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>> >>
>> >>> Hi Tom,
>> >>> Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the
>> other?
>> >>>
>> >>
>> >> No I am simpl tring to get the imac to actually be connected to the
>> >> network..  I am not tring to connect computers in any way
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>> If so:
>> >>> 1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to
>> enable
>> >>> the
>> >>> two devices to communicate ?
>> >>>
>> >>> 2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -.
>> Firewall)
>> >>>
>> >>> 3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time.
>> >>> They will look for connections when they boot up.
>> >>>
>> >>> Let us know how you get on please.
>> >>>
>> >>> Cheers,
>> >>> Ronni
>> >>> Sent from Ronni's iPad
>> >>>
>> >>> On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth 
>> >>> wrote:
>> >>>
>>  Hi wamuggers
>> 
>>  I have an older imac  that refuses to acknowledge connected
>> ethernet
>>  cables  ''either the cable for ethernet is not plugged in or the
>> >>> device
>> >>> at
>>  the other end is not responding''
>> 
>>  The router and cables have all come up ok when checked and
>> changed
>> > around
>> 
>>  The macbook pro that this is being sent from  -   it is
>> connecting
>> >>> and
>>  everything is ok
>> 
>>  I have tried searching for this problem high and low  but seem
>> >>> stumped.
>> 
>>  Any suggestions?
>> 
>> 
>>  Thanks to anyone who might have an idea
>> 
>>  tom
>> 
>>  problem
>>  imac running 10.6.8
>>  2 Ghz intel core duo
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Re: Lost connection

[Tom Hogarth]

ok

On 19 May 2012 15:00, Ronda Brown  wrote:

> Drag the folder to your desktop as Daniel suggested.
> DON'T put it in the trash.
>
> Cheers,
> Ronni
>
> On 19/05/2012, at 2:57 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>
> > I am a bit confused re the system configuration folder - should i put it
> in
> > trash?  or just another folder on the desk top?
> >
> > On 19 May 2012 14:53, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> >
> >> no probs just going in
> >>
> >>
> >> On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
> >>
> >>> Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
> >>>
> >>> Kind regards
> >>> Daniel
> >>>
> >>> Sent from my iPhone 4s
> >>>
> >>> ---
> >>> Daniel Kerr
> >>> MacWizardry
> >>>
> >>> Phone: 0414 795 960
> >>> Email: 
> >>> Web:   
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> **For everything Macintosh**
> >>>
> >>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> >>>
>  On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
> 
> > I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX that
> >>> doesn't
> > affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
> > If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try
> "resetting"
> > Network.
> > To do this, you do the following:-
> >
> > Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
> > FInd a folder called System Preferences.
> 
> 
>  well first find - its not there...
> 
> 
> 
> > Drag this off to the desktop (for save keeping incase you need to put
> >>> it
> > back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to the Desktop (depending
> on
> >>> your
> > OSX version).
> > (Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then you'll need
> to
> > move the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
> > Restart.
> > Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences. Ensure the
> >>> cable
> > does "click" into the Port.
> >
> > You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing the file.
> >
> > I have found that can fix it on some machines.
> > See how that goes.
> >
> > Kind regards
> > Daniel
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone 4s
> >
> >
> >
> > ---
> > Daniel Kerr
> > MacWizardry
> >
> > Phone: 0414 795 960
> > Email: 
> > Web:   
> >
> >
> > **For everything Macintosh**
> >
> > On 19/05/2012, at 2:23 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> >
> >> On 19 May 2012 13:37, Ronda Brown  wrote:
> >>
> >>> Hi Tom,
> >>> Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the
> other?
> >>>
> >>
> >> No I am simpl tring to get the imac to actually be connected to the
> >> network..  I am not tring to connect computers in any way
> >>
> >>
> >>> If so:
> >>> 1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to
> enable
> >>> the
> >>> two devices to communicate ?
> >>>
> >>> 2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -.
> Firewall)
> >>>
> >>> 3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time.
> >>> They will look for connections when they boot up.
> >>>
> >>> Let us know how you get on please.
> >>>
> >>> Cheers,
> >>> Ronni
> >>> Sent from Ronni's iPad
> >>>
> >>> On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth 
> >>> wrote:
> >>>
>  Hi wamuggers
> 
>  I have an older imac  that refuses to acknowledge connected
> ethernet
>  cables  ''either the cable for ethernet is not plugged in or the
> >>> device
> >>> at
>  the other end is not responding''
> 
>  The router and cables have all come up ok when checked and changed
> > around
> 
>  The macbook pro that this is being sent from  -   it is connecting
> >>> and
>  everything is ok
> 
>  I have tried searching for this problem high and low  but seem
> >>> stumped.
> 
>  Any suggestions?
> 
> 
>  Thanks to anyone who might have an idea
> 
>  tom
> 
>  problem
>  imac running 10.6.8
>  2 Ghz intel core duo
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> >> Gui

Re: Lost connection

[Ronda Brown]

Drag the folder to your desktop as Daniel suggested.
DON'T put it in the trash.

Cheers,
Ronni

On 19/05/2012, at 2:57 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:

> I am a bit confused re the system configuration folder - should i put it in
> trash?  or just another folder on the desk top?
> 
> On 19 May 2012 14:53, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> 
>> no probs just going in
>> 
>> 
>> On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
>> 
>>> Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
>>> 
>>> Kind regards
>>> Daniel
>>> 
>>> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>>> 
>>> ---
>>> Daniel Kerr
>>> MacWizardry
>>> 
>>> Phone: 0414 795 960
>>> Email: 
>>> Web:   
>>> 
>>> 
>>> **For everything Macintosh**
>>> 
>>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>>> 
 On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
 
> I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX that
>>> doesn't
> affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
> If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try "resetting"
> Network.
> To do this, you do the following:-
> 
> Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
> FInd a folder called System Preferences.
 
 
 well first find - its not there...
 
 
 
> Drag this off to the desktop (for save keeping incase you need to put
>>> it
> back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to the Desktop (depending on
>>> your
> OSX version).
> (Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then you'll need to
> move the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
> Restart.
> Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences. Ensure the
>>> cable
> does "click" into the Port.
> 
> You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing the file.
> 
> I have found that can fix it on some machines.
> See how that goes.
> 
> Kind regards
> Daniel
> 
> Sent from my iPhone 4s
> 
> 
> 
> ---
> Daniel Kerr
> MacWizardry
> 
> Phone: 0414 795 960
> Email: 
> Web:   
> 
> 
> **For everything Macintosh**
> 
> On 19/05/2012, at 2:23 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> 
>> On 19 May 2012 13:37, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>> 
>>> Hi Tom,
>>> Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the other?
>>> 
>> 
>> No I am simpl tring to get the imac to actually be connected to the
>> network..  I am not tring to connect computers in any way
>> 
>> 
>>> If so:
>>> 1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to enable
>>> the
>>> two devices to communicate ?
>>> 
>>> 2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -. Firewall)
>>> 
>>> 3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time.
>>> They will look for connections when they boot up.
>>> 
>>> Let us know how you get on please.
>>> 
>>> Cheers,
>>> Ronni
>>> Sent from Ronni's iPad
>>> 
>>> On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth 
>>> wrote:
>>> 
 Hi wamuggers
 
 I have an older imac  that refuses to acknowledge connected ethernet
 cables  ''either the cable for ethernet is not plugged in or the
>>> device
>>> at
 the other end is not responding''
 
 The router and cables have all come up ok when checked and changed
> around
 
 The macbook pro that this is being sent from  -   it is connecting
>>> and
 everything is ok
 
 I have tried searching for this problem high and low  but seem
>>> stumped.
 
 Any suggestions?
 
 
 Thanks to anyone who might have an idea
 
 tom
 
 problem
 imac running 10.6.8
 2 Ghz intel core duo
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Re: Lost connection

[Tom Hogarth]

I am a bit confused re the system configuration folder - should i put it in
trash?  or just another folder on the desk top?

On 19 May 2012 14:53, Tom Hogarth  wrote:

> no probs just going in
>
>
> On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
>
>> Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
>>
>> Kind regards
>> Daniel
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>>
>> ---
>> Daniel Kerr
>> MacWizardry
>>
>> Phone: 0414 795 960
>> Email: 
>> Web:   
>>
>>
>> **For everything Macintosh**
>>
>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>>
>> > On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
>> >
>> >> I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX that
>> doesn't
>> >> affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
>> >> If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try "resetting"
>> >> Network.
>> >> To do this, you do the following:-
>> >>
>> >> Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
>> >> FInd a folder called System Preferences.
>> >
>> >
>> > well first find - its not there...
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >> Drag this off to the desktop (for save keeping incase you need to put
>> it
>> >> back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to the Desktop (depending on
>> your
>> >> OSX version).
>> >> (Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then you'll need to
>> >> move the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
>> >> Restart.
>> >> Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences. Ensure the
>> cable
>> >> does "click" into the Port.
>> >>
>> >> You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing the file.
>> >>
>> >> I have found that can fix it on some machines.
>> >> See how that goes.
>> >>
>> >> Kind regards
>> >> Daniel
>> >>
>> >> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> ---
>> >> Daniel Kerr
>> >> MacWizardry
>> >>
>> >> Phone: 0414 795 960
>> >> Email: 
>> >> Web:   
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> **For everything Macintosh**
>> >>
>> >> On 19/05/2012, at 2:23 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>> >>
>> >>> On 19 May 2012 13:37, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>> >>>
>>  Hi Tom,
>>  Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the other?
>> 
>> >>>
>> >>> No I am simpl tring to get the imac to actually be connected to the
>> >>> network..  I am not tring to connect computers in any way
>> >>>
>> >>>
>>  If so:
>>  1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to enable
>> the
>>  two devices to communicate ?
>> 
>>  2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -. Firewall)
>> 
>>  3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time.
>>  They will look for connections when they boot up.
>> 
>>  Let us know how you get on please.
>> 
>>  Cheers,
>>  Ronni
>>  Sent from Ronni's iPad
>> 
>>  On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth 
>> wrote:
>> 
>> > Hi wamuggers
>> >
>> > I have an older imac  that refuses to acknowledge connected ethernet
>> > cables  ''either the cable for ethernet is not plugged in or the
>> device
>>  at
>> > the other end is not responding''
>> >
>> > The router and cables have all come up ok when checked and changed
>> >> around
>> >
>> > The macbook pro that this is being sent from  -   it is connecting
>> and
>> > everything is ok
>> >
>> > I have tried searching for this problem high and low  but seem
>> stumped.
>> >
>> > Any suggestions?
>> >
>> >
>> > Thanks to anyone who might have an idea
>> >
>> > tom
>> >
>> > problem
>> > imac running 10.6.8
>> > 2 Ghz intel core duo
>> > -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List --
>> > Archives - 
>> > Guidelines - 
>> > Settings & Unsubscribe - <
>>  http://lists.wamug.org.au/listinfo/wamug.org.au-wamug>
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>>  Archives - 
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Re: Lost connection

[Tom Hogarth]

no probs just going in

On 19 May 2012 14:49, Daniel Kerr  wrote:

> Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration.
>
> Kind regards
> Daniel
>
> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>
> ---
> Daniel Kerr
> MacWizardry
>
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> Email: 
> Web:   
>
>
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>
> On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>
> > On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
> >
> >> I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX that
> doesn't
> >> affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
> >> If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try "resetting"
> >> Network.
> >> To do this, you do the following:-
> >>
> >> Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
> >> FInd a folder called System Preferences.
> >
> >
> > well first find - its not there...
> >
> >
> >
> >> Drag this off to the desktop (for save keeping incase you need to put it
> >> back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to the Desktop (depending on
> your
> >> OSX version).
> >> (Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then you'll need to
> >> move the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
> >> Restart.
> >> Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences. Ensure the
> cable
> >> does "click" into the Port.
> >>
> >> You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing the file.
> >>
> >> I have found that can fix it on some machines.
> >> See how that goes.
> >>
> >> Kind regards
> >> Daniel
> >>
> >> Sent from my iPhone 4s
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> ---
> >> Daniel Kerr
> >> MacWizardry
> >>
> >> Phone: 0414 795 960
> >> Email: 
> >> Web:   
> >>
> >>
> >> **For everything Macintosh**
> >>
> >> On 19/05/2012, at 2:23 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
> >>
> >>> On 19 May 2012 13:37, Ronda Brown  wrote:
> >>>
>  Hi Tom,
>  Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the other?
> 
> >>>
> >>> No I am simpl tring to get the imac to actually be connected to the
> >>> network..  I am not tring to connect computers in any way
> >>>
> >>>
>  If so:
>  1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to enable
> the
>  two devices to communicate ?
> 
>  2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -. Firewall)
> 
>  3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time.
>  They will look for connections when they boot up.
> 
>  Let us know how you get on please.
> 
>  Cheers,
>  Ronni
>  Sent from Ronni's iPad
> 
>  On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> 
> > Hi wamuggers
> >
> > I have an older imac  that refuses to acknowledge connected ethernet
> > cables  ''either the cable for ethernet is not plugged in or the
> device
>  at
> > the other end is not responding''
> >
> > The router and cables have all come up ok when checked and changed
> >> around
> >
> > The macbook pro that this is being sent from  -   it is connecting
> and
> > everything is ok
> >
> > I have tried searching for this problem high and low  but seem
> stumped.
> >
> > Any suggestions?
> >
> >
> > Thanks to anyone who might have an idea
> >
> > tom
> >
> > problem
> > imac running 10.6.8
> > 2 Ghz intel core duo
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Re: Lost connection

[Daniel Kerr]

Sorry mistype - that should read SystemConfiguration. 

Kind regards
Daniel

Sent from my iPhone 4s

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On 19/05/2012, at 2:43 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:

> On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr  wrote:
> 
>> I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX that doesn't
>> affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
>> If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try "resetting"
>> Network.
>> To do this, you do the following:-
>> 
>> Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
>> FInd a folder called System Preferences.
> 
> 
> well first find - its not there...
> 
> 
> 
>> Drag this off to the desktop (for save keeping incase you need to put it
>> back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to the Desktop (depending on your
>> OSX version).
>> (Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then you'll need to
>> move the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
>> Restart.
>> Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences. Ensure the cable
>> does "click" into the Port.
>> 
>> You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing the file.
>> 
>> I have found that can fix it on some machines.
>> See how that goes.
>> 
>> Kind regards
>> Daniel
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> ---
>> Daniel Kerr
>> MacWizardry
>> 
>> Phone: 0414 795 960
>> Email: 
>> Web:   
>> 
>> 
>> **For everything Macintosh**
>> 
>> On 19/05/2012, at 2:23 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>> 
>>> On 19 May 2012 13:37, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>>> 
 Hi Tom,
 Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the other?
 
>>> 
>>> No I am simpl tring to get the imac to actually be connected to the
>>> network..  I am not tring to connect computers in any way
>>> 
>>> 
 If so:
 1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to enable the
 two devices to communicate ?
 
 2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -. Firewall)
 
 3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time.
 They will look for connections when they boot up.
 
 Let us know how you get on please.
 
 Cheers,
 Ronni
 Sent from Ronni's iPad
 
 On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
 
> Hi wamuggers
> 
> I have an older imac  that refuses to acknowledge connected ethernet
> cables  ''either the cable for ethernet is not plugged in or the device
 at
> the other end is not responding''
> 
> The router and cables have all come up ok when checked and changed
>> around
> 
> The macbook pro that this is being sent from  -   it is connecting and
> everything is ok
> 
> I have tried searching for this problem high and low  but seem stumped.
> 
> Any suggestions?
> 
> 
> Thanks to anyone who might have an idea
> 
> tom
> 
> problem
> imac running 10.6.8
> 2 Ghz intel core duo
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Re: Lost connection

[Tom Hogarth]

On 19 May 2012 14:40, Daniel Kerr  wrote:

> I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX that doesn't
> affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
> If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try "resetting"
> Network.
> To do this, you do the following:-
>
> Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
> FInd a folder called System Preferences.


well first find - its not there...



> Drag this off to the desktop (for save keeping incase you need to put it
> back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to the Desktop (depending on your
> OSX version).
> (Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then you'll need to
> move the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
> Restart.
> Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences. Ensure the cable
> does "click" into the Port.
>
> You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing the file.
>
> I have found that can fix it on some machines.
> See how that goes.
>
> Kind regards
> Daniel
>
> Sent from my iPhone 4s
>
>
>
> ---
> Daniel Kerr
> MacWizardry
>
> Phone: 0414 795 960
> Email: 
> Web:   
>
>
> **For everything Macintosh**
>
> On 19/05/2012, at 2:23 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:
>
> > On 19 May 2012 13:37, Ronda Brown  wrote:
> >
> >> Hi Tom,
> >> Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the other?
> >>
> >
> > No I am simpl tring to get the imac to actually be connected to the
> > network..  I am not tring to connect computers in any way
> >
> >
> >> If so:
> >> 1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to enable the
> >> two devices to communicate ?
> >>
> >> 2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -. Firewall)
> >>
> >> 3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time.
> >> They will look for connections when they boot up.
> >>
> >> Let us know how you get on please.
> >>
> >> Cheers,
> >> Ronni
> >> Sent from Ronni's iPad
> >>
> >> On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> >>
> >>> Hi wamuggers
> >>>
> >>> I have an older imac  that refuses to acknowledge connected ethernet
> >>> cables  ''either the cable for ethernet is not plugged in or the device
> >> at
> >>> the other end is not responding''
> >>>
> >>> The router and cables have all come up ok when checked and changed
> around
> >>>
> >>> The macbook pro that this is being sent from  -   it is connecting and
> >>> everything is ok
> >>>
> >>> I have tried searching for this problem high and low  but seem stumped.
> >>>
> >>> Any suggestions?
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> Thanks to anyone who might have an idea
> >>>
> >>> tom
> >>>
> >>> problem
> >>> imac running 10.6.8
> >>> 2 Ghz intel core duo
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Re: Lost connection

[Daniel Kerr]

I would normally have suggested a PRAM reset, but now in OSX that doesn't 
affect Network anymore, but still worth a go sometimes,…
If you're sure all cables are all working, then you can try "resetting" Network.
To do this, you do the following:-

Go to Macintosh HD - Library - Preferences.
FInd a folder called System Preferences. Drag this off to the desktop (for save 
keeping incase you need to put it back if it doesn't work). It will copy it to 
the Desktop (depending on your OSX version).
(Note: If the folder is only copied to the Desktop, then you'll need to move 
the one in the Preferences folder into the Trash.)
Restart.
Then see if Ethernet is showing up in System Preferences. Ensure the cable does 
"click" into the Port.

You may need to reset other Networking settings by removing the file.

I have found that can fix it on some machines.
See how that goes.

Kind regards
Daniel

Sent from my iPhone 4s



---
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MacWizardry

Phone: 0414 795 960
Email: 
Web:   


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On 19/05/2012, at 2:23 PM, Tom Hogarth wrote:

> On 19 May 2012 13:37, Ronda Brown  wrote:
> 
>> Hi Tom,
>> Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the other?
>> 
> 
> No I am simpl tring to get the imac to actually be connected to the
> network..  I am not tring to connect computers in any way
> 
> 
>> If so:
>> 1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to enable the
>> two devices to communicate ?
>> 
>> 2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -. Firewall)
>> 
>> 3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time.
>> They will look for connections when they boot up.
>> 
>> Let us know how you get on please.
>> 
>> Cheers,
>> Ronni
>> Sent from Ronni's iPad
>> 
>> On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
>> 
>>> Hi wamuggers
>>> 
>>> I have an older imac  that refuses to acknowledge connected ethernet
>>> cables  ''either the cable for ethernet is not plugged in or the device
>> at
>>> the other end is not responding''
>>> 
>>> The router and cables have all come up ok when checked and changed around
>>> 
>>> The macbook pro that this is being sent from  -   it is connecting and
>>> everything is ok
>>> 
>>> I have tried searching for this problem high and low  but seem stumped.
>>> 
>>> Any suggestions?
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Thanks to anyone who might have an idea
>>> 
>>> tom
>>> 
>>> problem
>>> imac running 10.6.8
>>> 2 Ghz intel core duo
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Re: Lost connection

[Tom Hogarth]

is there anything in the inner workings of the imac that might have
'cut out' the ethernet connection
or is it more likel hardware?

On 19 May 2012 14:32, Tom Hogarth  wrote:

> which is what i suspect - is there any dummies way of doing a double check
> I have swapped input  points on the router and swapped cables
> but for whateveer reason the ethernet ''cable unplugged'' message remains
> unmoved
>
>
> On 19 May 2012 14:29, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>
>> Hi Tom,
>>
>> Disregard my previous reply. On reading both your emails again I take it
>> you are trying to connect to the Internet using an Ethernet connection, not
>> transferring files from one Mac to the other.
>>
>> Turn the Firewall back on and stop sharing in system preferences ( unless
>> you have cause to leave sharing on)
>>
>> If it is an Ethernet Network that you can't connect the iMac to:
>>
>> Is the Ethernet LED light Showing on the Port that the iMac is connected
>> to on Router?
>> If the LED light is NOT showing when the iMac is connected, but does show
>> when the MacBook Pro is connected to the same port on the router; it's a
>> problem with the Ethernet port on the iMac.
>>
>> Cheers,
>> Ronni
>> Sent from Ronni's iPad
>>
>> On 19/05/2012, at 1:37 PM, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>>
>> > Hi Tom,
>> > Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the other?
>> > If so:
>> > 1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to enable
>> the two devices to communicate ?
>> >
>> > 2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -. Firewall)
>> >
>> > 3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time.
>> > They will look for connections when they boot up.
>> >
>> > Let us know how you get on please.
>> >
>> > Cheers,
>> > Ronni
>> > Sent from Ronni's iPad
>> >
>> > On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
>> >
>> >> Hi wamuggers
>> >>
>> >> I have an older imac  that refuses to acknowledge connected ethernet
>> >> cables  ''either the cable for ethernet is not plugged in or the
>> device at
>> >> the other end is not responding''
>> >>
>> >> The router and cables have all come up ok when checked and changed
>> around
>> >>
>> >> The macbook pro that this is being sent from  -   it is connecting and
>> >> everything is ok
>> >>
>> >> I have tried searching for this problem high and low  but seem stumped.
>> >>
>> >> Any suggestions?
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> Thanks to anyone who might have an idea
>> >>
>> >> tom
>> >>
>> >> problem
>> >> imac running 10.6.8
>> >> 2 Ghz intel core duo
>>
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Re: Lost connection

[Tom Hogarth]

which is what i suspect - is there any dummies way of doing a double check
I have swapped input  points on the router and swapped cables
but for whateveer reason the ethernet ''cable unplugged'' message remains
unmoved

On 19 May 2012 14:29, Ronda Brown  wrote:

> Hi Tom,
>
> Disregard my previous reply. On reading both your emails again I take it
> you are trying to connect to the Internet using an Ethernet connection, not
> transferring files from one Mac to the other.
>
> Turn the Firewall back on and stop sharing in system preferences ( unless
> you have cause to leave sharing on)
>
> If it is an Ethernet Network that you can't connect the iMac to:
>
> Is the Ethernet LED light Showing on the Port that the iMac is connected
> to on Router?
> If the LED light is NOT showing when the iMac is connected, but does show
> when the MacBook Pro is connected to the same port on the router; it's a
> problem with the Ethernet port on the iMac.
>
> Cheers,
> Ronni
> Sent from Ronni's iPad
>
> On 19/05/2012, at 1:37 PM, Ronda Brown  wrote:
>
> > Hi Tom,
> > Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the other?
> > If so:
> > 1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to enable the
> two devices to communicate ?
> >
> > 2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -. Firewall)
> >
> > 3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time.
> > They will look for connections when they boot up.
> >
> > Let us know how you get on please.
> >
> > Cheers,
> > Ronni
> > Sent from Ronni's iPad
> >
> > On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> >
> >> Hi wamuggers
> >>
> >> I have an older imac  that refuses to acknowledge connected ethernet
> >> cables  ''either the cable for ethernet is not plugged in or the device
> at
> >> the other end is not responding''
> >>
> >> The router and cables have all come up ok when checked and changed
> around
> >>
> >> The macbook pro that this is being sent from  -   it is connecting and
> >> everything is ok
> >>
> >> I have tried searching for this problem high and low  but seem stumped.
> >>
> >> Any suggestions?
> >>
> >>
> >> Thanks to anyone who might have an idea
> >>
> >> tom
> >>
> >> problem
> >> imac running 10.6.8
> >> 2 Ghz intel core duo
>
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Re: Lost connection

[Ronda Brown]

Hi Tom,

Disregard my previous reply. On reading both your emails again I take it you 
are trying to connect to the Internet using an Ethernet connection, not 
transferring files from one Mac to the other.

Turn the Firewall back on and stop sharing in system preferences ( unless you 
have cause to leave sharing on)

If it is an Ethernet Network that you can't connect the iMac to:

Is the Ethernet LED light Showing on the Port that the iMac is connected to on 
Router?
If the LED light is NOT showing when the iMac is connected, but does show when 
the MacBook Pro is connected to the same port on the router; it's a problem 
with the Ethernet port on the iMac.

Cheers,
Ronni
Sent from Ronni's iPad

On 19/05/2012, at 1:37 PM, Ronda Brown  wrote:

> Hi Tom,
> Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the other?
> If so:
> 1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to enable the two 
> devices to communicate ?
> 
> 2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -. Firewall)
> 
> 3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time. 
> They will look for connections when they boot up.
> 
> Let us know how you get on please.
> 
> Cheers,
> Ronni
> Sent from Ronni's iPad
> 
> On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
> 
>> Hi wamuggers
>> 
>> I have an older imac  that refuses to acknowledge connected ethernet
>> cables  ''either the cable for ethernet is not plugged in or the device at
>> the other end is not responding''
>> 
>> The router and cables have all come up ok when checked and changed around
>> 
>> The macbook pro that this is being sent from  -   it is connecting and
>> everything is ok
>> 
>> I have tried searching for this problem high and low  but seem stumped.
>> 
>> Any suggestions?
>> 
>> 
>> Thanks to anyone who might have an idea
>> 
>> tom
>> 
>> problem
>> imac running 10.6.8
>> 2 Ghz intel core duo

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Re: Lost connection

[Tom Hogarth]

On 19 May 2012 13:37, Ronda Brown  wrote:

> Hi Tom,
>  Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the other?
>

No I am simpl tring to get the imac to actually be connected to the
network..  I am not tring to connect computers in any way


> If so:
> 1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to enable the
> two devices to communicate ?
>
> 2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -. Firewall)
>
> 3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time.
> They will look for connections when they boot up.
>
> Let us know how you get on please.
>
> Cheers,
> Ronni
> Sent from Ronni's iPad
>
> On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth  wrote:
>
> > Hi wamuggers
> >
> > I have an older imac  that refuses to acknowledge connected ethernet
> > cables  ''either the cable for ethernet is not plugged in or the device
> at
> > the other end is not responding''
> >
> > The router and cables have all come up ok when checked and changed around
> >
> > The macbook pro that this is being sent from  -   it is connecting and
> > everything is ok
> >
> > I have tried searching for this problem high and low  but seem stumped.
> >
> > Any suggestions?
> >
> >
> > Thanks to anyone who might have an idea
> >
> > tom
> >
> > problem
> > imac running 10.6.8
> > 2 Ghz intel core duo
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Re: Lost connection

[Ronda Brown]

Hi Tom,
 Are you trying to transfer some files from one computer to the other?
If so:
1. Sharing for Everyone in System Preferences --> Sharing) to enable the two 
devices to communicate ?

2. Disable the Firewall (System Preferences -> Security -. Firewall)

3. Then shutdown both computers and restart them one at a time. 
They will look for connections when they boot up.

Let us know how you get on please.

Cheers,
Ronni
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On 19/05/2012, at 12:57 PM, Tom Hogarth  wrote:

> Hi wamuggers
> 
> I have an older imac  that refuses to acknowledge connected ethernet
> cables  ''either the cable for ethernet is not plugged in or the device at
> the other end is not responding''
> 
> The router and cables have all come up ok when checked and changed around
> 
> The macbook pro that this is being sent from  -   it is connecting and
> everything is ok
> 
> I have tried searching for this problem high and low  but seem stumped.
> 
> Any suggestions?
> 
> 
> Thanks to anyone who might have an idea
> 
> tom
> 
> problem
> imac running 10.6.8
> 2 Ghz intel core duo
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