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Gotta router? LOWID in eMule? Come here!
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26. May 2006 @ 04:30 |
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i forgot to mention, that when you port forward for yours and your sister's eMule, you should use DIFFERENT PORTS than she uses in her eMule, and set up BOTH sets of ports on your router.
i must also agree with punisher1 about changing your password. when i first got a router (before i knew more about them), i had an "intruder" using my wireless, within a week of me setting it up. i eventually ended up TURNING OFF wireless (this was before my laptop, lol), and of course i added a password. as menial as it may seem, if someone else is using YOUR bandwidth, you WILL notice a drop in your download speed.
download speed is also affected by running multiple P2P programs (as pun1 also mentioned), and since eMule and eDonkey run on the same networks anyways, running both would be abit redundant.
DC++ however, is on the Direct Connect network, which i had only learned about just last year. it's not as widespread, or as popular as the eDonkey network, but there are some instances where you may find something on DC++ that eMule doesn't have. then again, that's about like finding something at K-Mart that Wal-Mart didn't have (i.e., not too many cases) ;)
if you wanna learn more about it: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DC%2B%2B
anyways, running multiple P2P's also drains system processing as well, so unless you're not using the PC for anything else for awhile it may not be too hot an idea unless you've got a beefier PC (read: NOT Celeron, lol). i don't imagine that Fliptunes' ISP limits upload speed, since according to their website he's got unlimited download bandwidth, but it wouldn't hurt to check with them...
ok, i'm done rambling ;)
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Fliptunes
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26. May 2006 @ 05:55 |
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Hi, how do i configure my router ports? :s
On page 23 u said manta100 to test the ports on emule, my UDP ports fail the test :s, how can i solve it?
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26. May 2006 @ 06:01 |
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Fliptunes here is my suggestion. try these instructions. follow them exactly no matter what. i've never had good luck with emule default ports. i changed the TCP/UDP ports and have success ever since. here are step-by-step instructions i've come up with that works for me everytime and others as well. i would try at least on a computer withouth wireless for now.
Here are the instructions
NOTE: If you are NOT using a router this may not work. I recommend using a router if nothing else as an extra layer of firewall protection.
this might actually work only if your ISP is truly not P2P blocking.
In order for this to work you need to do every step.
This is a lengthy process. You may want to PRINT THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Open emule and click the Options button on the Toolbar.
2. Click Connection
3. Change the TCP default Port to 4660.
4. Change the UDP default Port to 4670.
5. Click Apply.
6. Click the Test Ports Button. A window will open and display both ports tested successfully. But, if they don?t work it may only be because you have not fully configured everything yet.
7. Click the button that says Open these ports on internal WinXP Firewall. Wait for the confirmation window that will pop up and then click OK.
8. Click OK at the bottom.
9. Close eMule.
This step adds Networking Services to WinXP.
1. Go to the Control Panel
2. Click on Add/Remove Programs
3. Click Add/Remove Windows Components
4. Scroll down and click on Networking Services
5. Click the Details button
6. Check the box for: Internet Gateway Device Discovery and Control Client (this option may already be checked).
7. Check the box for: UPnP User Interface
8. Click OK then click Next***Note***You may be required to provide your Windows XP CD.
9. Click Finish.
10. Close the Add/Remove and Control Panel Windows.
If you are running Windows XP SP2 you need to do the following. If you are not running SP2 then you can skip this next step.
1. Go to the Control Panel
2. Click Windows Firewall
3. Click the Exceptions tab
4. Click the Add Programs button, Scroll down and select Emule. ***If emule is not listed then browse to: C:\Program Files\emule\emule.exe and select emule.exe.
5. Click OK
6. Click Add Port. For the name put Emule TCP and enter the Port 4660. Make sure TCP is selected.
7. Click Add Port. For the name put Emule UDP and enter the Port 4670. Make sure UDP is selected.
8. Now click on the Advanced Tab (next to the Exceptions tab).
9. Under the section: Network Connection Settings, Click the Settings button.
10. Check the list to see if you have two entries for eMule TCP and/or UDP if they are not listed then proceed to step 11. Remember, only do this step if neither TCP or UDP entries are in the list. If there are two entries in the list click the TCP option and edit it. Enter either the name or the IP Address of your computer. (If you are using more than one computer on your router you may want to use the name of your computer because your IP Addresses could change between other PC?s on your network during reboots).
For the TCP option make sure Port 4660 is entered for both internal and external.
Now Click the UDP option and edit it. Enter the same info you entered for your TCP (computer name or IP Address) and ensure Port 4670 is entered for both internal and external. Skip to step 20.
Start here only if the two emule ports are not in the list.
11. Click the Add button (only do this step if there are no TCP or UDP entries in the list).
12. In the Description of Service enter: emule TCP Ports
13. On the next line enter either the name of your computer or your IP Address (If you are using more than one computer on your router you may want to use the name of your computer because your IP Addresses could change between the other PC?s on your network during reboots).
14. For both Ports (internal and external) entries use 4660, make sure TCP is selected
15. Click OK
16. Click the Add button again
17. In the Description of Service enter: emule UDP Ports
18. On the next line enter either the name of your computer or your IP Address
19. For both Ports (internal and external) entries use 4670, make sure UDP is selected
20. Click the OK buttons to exit out
21. Close out of the Control Panel
This step is only if you are using a Router of somekind.
I have successfulley tested this using Linksys routers. I have not tried this on any other brand router. If you are using a router, other than a Linksys router, I recommend you do this next step anyway. Most routers are similiar in Port Forwarding.
1. Go to a command prompt and type: IPCONFIG write down or note your IP Address.
2. Login to your router
3. If Linksys click on the Advanced tab
4. Next click on the Forwarding tab
5. Enter the following settings:
TCP 4660 To 4660 TCP 192.168.1.XXX (your IP Address) Enable(checkbox)
UDP 4670 To 4670 UDP 192.168.1.XXX (your IP Address) Enable(checkbox)
If you have more than one computer on your network you can repeat step 5 and enter a second IP address. Here is an example how your router could look if you have more than on computer on your router. This way if your computer?s IP Address changed from .100 to .101 on the next reboot it would not matter because you have both IP's configured in the router.
TCP 4660 TO 4660 TCP 192.168.1.100
UDP 4670 TO 4670 UDP 192.168.1.100
TCP 4660 TO 4660 TCP 192.168.1.101
UDP 4670 TO 4670 TCP 192.168.1.101
6. Click the Apply button
7. Logout of your router.
After this is complete Windows XP should automatically install a network Gateway in your Network Connections configuration.REBOOT your computer. A reboot usually is required to start the Network Connections configuration.
That?s It your done. I recommend you reboot especially if you still are getting a LOWID.
Open emule and see if you can connect at HighID.
If you still do not connect it may be because you are using a different router. Remember, I?m using a Linksys router but, again, the settings are basically the same.
If after the reboot and still a LOWID i suggest going back through the instructions to ensure you didn't miss or enter something incorrectly such as a typo in the Port settings.
If you are still not able to connect with HIGH ID then i would say your ISP is blocking or something with them is a hinderance.
Despite what others say regarding my fix, remember, not all systems are the same. You have to find what works for your system. It works for me and for other?s I?ve helped.
Sorry, if this was not a help.
***Important: No matter what you do NEVER compromise the security of your system. I would NEVER recommend turning off your Firewall(s) to get a HighID for long term use. One exception to turning off a Firewall would be to do a simple test to see if a Firewall is causing the problem. Turn the Firewall back ON as soon as you run your test. If a Firewall is the problem you need to configure Ports to allow access through the Firewall.
Hope this helps. Sorry, if it didn't.
Let me know if I you have any questions and feedback is welcome.
BF2 player; punisher_bob and you just got smoked!!
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Fliptunes
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26. May 2006 @ 08:04 |
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Hi pun1, of the first 6-step when testing ports the UDP test failed, thats the problem lol, thanks for the help til now :D
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26. May 2006 @ 11:16 |
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Fliptunes i realize you got the error but did you go ahead and complete the rest of the instructions?
further in setp 6 it says, ...if they don?t work it may only be because you have not fully configured everything yet.
I would still complete the rest and lets see what happens.
Remember, follow the instructions exactly as it says.
let us know.
BF2 player; punisher_bob and you just got smoked!!
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Fliptunes
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26. May 2006 @ 13:37 |
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yes m8 i did the rest, and now the problem is the TCP test that fails and the UDP cant be performed. :S
the last steps that u tell to go to some tabs, i cant find the advanced tab and the Forwarding tab, they most have changed the tabs names probrably or i am blind lol... thanks again
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26. May 2006 @ 17:00 |
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Fliptunes could you provide me with your exact model Linksys router?
thanks...m8
lol
BF2 player; punisher_bob and you just got smoked!!
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26. May 2006 @ 17:38 |
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hey guys,
on my Linksys WRT54GS, Port Forwarding is in the Applications & Gaming tab. but like punisher1 said, if you don't see it, it may be listed under a different tab. if you check each tab and don't see it, perhaps your model doesn't HAVE port forwarding (although i've never heard of a Linksys that doesn't). let us know the model number (it should be on the front and/or the back of the router.
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Fliptunes
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26. May 2006 @ 17:57 |
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WRT54GS = model,
by the way u 2 r great members...:D
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26. May 2006 @ 18:10 |
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Fliptunes I have a WRT54G Linksys (wireless) I realize you have a WRT54GS but they should basically be the same.
Sorry, i had to edit this. i have 2 routers and at the moment (due to my WRT54G router dropping dhcp) i went back to my older linksys router.
i believe darkflux is correct where to look (Applications & Gaming tab) then look for the forwarding tab like the pic below. This is actually a pic from my BEFSR41 but should look closely the same.
this is about how it should look for your router too.
hope this helps.
BF2 player; punisher_bob and you just got smoked!!
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26. May 2006 @ 18:21 |
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BTW does anyone have a Linksys WRT54G ver.5 router. if so do you have problems with what it acts like is dropping DHCP or simply not wanting to communicate with the broadband modem? it worked great for about 3 months then problem started out of the blue. I've read where many user's of ver.5 have this same problem but no fix.
I have upgraded to the latest firmware but only fixed for about a week. will stay connected for about 5 mins. then drop.
any ideas?
thanks.
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26. May 2006 @ 18:34 |
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Oh, gees. i cannot believe i sent that last post. i said i downloaded the latest firmware but looks like was wrong. Looks as though linksys released another firware on 5/12/2006. I usually check about once every couple of weeks.
I will try the upgrade and see if problem is resolved.
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27. May 2006 @ 04:22 |
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since he's using my model router, i suppose i'll post my screenshot:
yours may differ slightly if your firmware ver. is different, but should look close to this.
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Fliptunes
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27. May 2006 @ 09:15 |
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Hello my friends, :p the TCP & UDP sucefully passed, the problem was the zone alarm that swuitchs off windows firewall, so i shut the zone alarm down so the pun1 steps phase 2 could work :D, i am sorry about the mess lol, now i just need to wait and see emule working fine... by the way i ma sorry about my english lol cuz i am portuguese. thanks everyone.
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Fliptunes
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27. May 2006 @ 16:09 |
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hi all, just wondering if someone knows how to allow the UDP ports on zone alarm pro. ty
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27. May 2006 @ 20:46 |
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27. May 2006 @ 20:59 |
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punisher1, your issues with the WRT54G Linksys router seem similar to mine (page 20). i have a few "clients" who've experienced the same issues, one so much that he switched to Netgear. this cut-out problem seems to only affect v.5 routers. a Linksys tech support rep even said i should try v.4 instead, and that it was more stable than v.5 (although she was unable to point me in the direction of finding one). i wonder if the latest WRT54GS (Speedbootster) routers are "glitched" like that. part of the reason i haven't updated my firmware. if it ain't broke... ;)
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28. May 2006 @ 08:17 |
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darkflux thanks for the info. yeah, i really had no intentions to upgrade the firmware until the p.o.s. started dropping connection. I think i figured out why i only paid $30.00 (new) retail for it.
UPDATE: However, i did upgrade to the latest Firmware v1.00.9 a couple of nights ago and so far (knock-on-wood) it's been running fine. But, it ran fine on the last firmware upgrade for about a week.
if it fails again, at least i can go back to my trusty 5yr-old router. 5yrs in the tech world is a long time...
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28. May 2006 @ 11:16 |
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5 years, huh? that is pretty old, lol
seriously tho', if you think about it, Win 95 is only a decade old ;)
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28. May 2006 @ 22:49 |
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what's up all?? I have an actiontec gt701-wg, with a usr8054 router in line, i'm also getting a low id, and ideas would be appreciated, i've enables port forward on the usr, but i'm stuck as of there.
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28. May 2006 @ 22:49 |
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what's up all?? I have an actiontec gt701-wg, with a usr8054 router in line, i'm also getting a low id, and ideas would be appreciated, i've enables port forward on the usr, but i'm stuck as of there.
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29. May 2006 @ 07:11 |
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you need to set up port forwarding in your Actiontec modem, too. according to your manual: "Selecting Port Forwarding in the ?Advanced Configuration? screen generates the ?Port Forwarding? screen."
be sure to forward them to the router, and NOT the PC. forwarding to the PC is the router's job.
also, are you running a wired setup, or wirelessly? it's important to run wired for initial setup, to ensure that's not the issue. looks like your modem is wireless too, so the same applies to it.
one more thing. it seems BOTH devices have firewalls integrated. if you can turn the router's off and test the connection. if it works after that, then it is the port forwarding that needs adjusted.
let me know if any of this works.
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ronwp1
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29. May 2006 @ 11:22 |
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i have no idea how to configure port forwarding with the action tec for another router.
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29. May 2006 @ 16:10 |
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i tried with the router ip address with no success, any other ideas would be great.
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29. May 2006 @ 18:34 |
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what ports would i forward on the actiontec gateway??
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