A DHCP server could not....

[bcmatlak]

I have a Humax Series 2 DVR 80HR W/DVD connected to a Tivo Wireless G USB Network Adapter. I continually get this error. A DHCP server could not be located on the network.(NO2)

If the Dhcp server is part of your home network, verufy that it is turned on and properly configured. If you are using an encrypted wireless network, check that your network password(WEP key) is correct.

What does any of this mean? how can i find out my WEP key. I know of a ten digit network password i enter. is that the same? I've read that the new Tivo Wireless adapters have been failing. Can someone give me some insight. I gave up for a month, but now am getting angry cause i cant update anymore.

Can someone please move this to the HELP forum....sorry

[rcobourn]

Where are you getting your wireless connection from? Do you have a wireless router or just an access point. If the later, is the AP connected to a wired router? Usually your DHCP addresses are provided by said router. If you don't have one, you have a couple of options, depending on your internet provider. Give us a breakdown of what networking equipment you have.

The 10 digit network password you described sounds like a WEP key.

[bcmatlak]

Linksys G wireless router with speed booster

[bcmatlak]

Bump

[TydalForce]

There could be a few things going on here.

Is your TiVo located close enough to the wireless router to get a decent signal? If its too far away, or there's some interference between, it might not be able to reach the router. A brick or concrete wall, large chunks of metal, etc. between the router and the TiVo could make the signal not-so-good. If you've got a laptop with a wireless card that works, place it right next to the TiVo and see how the signal strength is. If it looks reasonably weak, you may need to consider relocating some equipment and/or getting some bigger antennas for the router.

A 64-bit WEP key would be 10 digits. Its an alphanumeric code with the numbers 0-9 and the letters A - F and usually looks random (not real words). This would be different from a "password" which the software on the wireless card on a computer and on the router would be converting to a WEP key. Its important to note the difference. I'm not sure which the TiVo is asking for (haven't got my wireless adapter yet).

If you log into your router's administration utility, you should be able to confirm your WEP key.

You can always disable the encryption on your router, and try to get the TiVo hooked up that way. If you're not in a heavily populated area, this may be OK if you don't think anyone's gonna be nearby to hop onto your network. At the very least, this is a temporary test to confirm that your TiVo is able to join your wireless network without encryption. Once you've got it hooked up, go ahead and try to turn encryption back on.

You can also try switching to 128-bit encryption. It's a little more secure (but as will probably be pointed out, WEP is not the most secure thing out there anyway).

Most routers also have a function called MAC Address Filtering. Basically, it looks at the 12-digit unique ID of the network devices, and only lets ones on an "approved list" through. Basically, you program the MAC addresses of the devices you want to have network access into the router. If someone else comes along, and has a different network adapter, the router won't let it on.

If you have this feature turned on, check to see if the TiVo's adapter is on the list. If so, make sure its typed correctly.

Lastly, restart your TiVo. I recall reading somewheres on this forum that if the network adapter isn't plugged into the TiVo when it initially starts up, it may not function properly.

Hope this helps a bit (c: