About this tag
Discussions about the Arris gateway on WindowsForum.com cover network configuration issues and wireless mode selection. One thread describes a missing TCP/IP properties option in LAN settings after restoring an old Windows XP machine, despite the Arris gateway functioning correctly with other Windows versions. Another thread asks whether to use b/g or b/g/n wireless mode on a Windows 8.1 system with a Comcast Arris gateway, seeking advice on compatibility and performance. These posts reflect common troubleshooting scenarios involving Arris gateways and Windows networking.
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    Windows XP No TCPIP properties after recovery

    After restoring an old XP Home machine to initial state, I can't seem to connect to the internet. The machine is working fine with my workgroup (Win 7, 8.1 & 10 systems on that group), but TCP/IP doesn't show up in the LAN Properties. I am using an ARRIS gateway (cable modem, router & switch)...
    • MikeyChris
    • Thread
    • arris gateway auto fixit browser issues connectivity dns hosts file ie6 internet access lan properties legacy systems network issues network setup ping restoration tcp/ip troubleshooting update windows xp workgroup
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 8 b/g or b/g/n

    Hello I have Win 8.1 and a Comcast Arris gateway. I only have the two choices so which should I use? Currently I have b/g but I thought n provided advanced features. If I change, do I have other changes to make so all is compatible? Thank you
    • Peterr
    • Thread
    • advanced features arris gateway b/g b/g/n comcast compatibility network wifi settings windows 8.1 wireless
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: Windows Networking