Intermittent ResNet problems at Unite House Thu 26th & Fri 27th June
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Several ResNet subscribers at Unite House reported problems on Thursday evening and Friday morning. We're sorry for the interruption. ResNet at Unite House is now working fine, but here is an explanation for those interested.
The problems were caused by one ResNet user at Unite House setting up their computer or router so that it acted as a DHCP server- handing out incorrect network information to other users on the network. The other connections then stopped working, or worked intermittently, as they didn't have the right settings.
We're happy for ResNet users to use Internet Connection Sharing or a (non-wireless) router to share their connection between more than one computer (in their own room and for their own use) - but please be careful if you do this that you've got it set up right.
With a router make sure you plug the WAN (Wide Area Network) port into your ResNet socket, and the LAN (Local Area Network) ports to your own computers. If you do it the other way round you might cause problems for everyone else in your network segment - which won't make you very popular with your flatmates and other residents 