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Error 651 is a Windows network error that typically appears when attempting a PPPoE connection, often after waking from sleep or hibernation. On Windows 7, users report the message 'Error 651: The modem (or other connecting device) has reported an error' when trying to connect via Ethernet or a new device. The error can occur with various ISPs and modems, including BSNL in India, Bell DSL, and cable services. Common scenarios include connecting a new device, switching ISPs, or using a modem that works with other operating systems. Troubleshooting often involves checking modem settings, PPPoE credentials, or network adapter configurations.
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    Windows 7 Getting Error 651 when connecting new device to Windows 7

    When I try to connect a new device (Alcatel OneTouch Y580) to my computer I get Error message 651. I know the device is OK as it connects to my tablet. Can anyone adviose please. Mike
    • Mike French
    • Thread
    • alcatel onetouch computer issues connection issues connectivity device connectivity drivers error 651 forum hardware compatibility network support tablet tech help tech support troubleshooting user query windows 7 windows forum
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 How to reset "Unidentified network" to home?

    Hello everyone I'm having frustrating time here. So I am trying to connect to the internet using a Local Area Connection via an Ethernet cord, however when I plugged that in and try to connect I get an error saying "Error 651: The model (or other connecting device) has reported an error." When...
    • Nanur
    • Thread
    • error 651 ethernet home network internet access local area connection network network settings public network troubleshooting unidentified network
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Windows Networking
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    Windows 7 w7 vs. new modem

    Hi y'all. I recently switched from Bell DSL internet to Teksavvy cable service. No network connection/no internet service would function on my computer. A Roger's Cable tech rep came to my apartment. His Windows XP laptop worked fine using my ethernet cable connection, which would not function...
    • ianian
    • Thread
    • cable connection dhcp diagnostics direct support drivers error 651 ethernet installation internet ipv4 modem network reinstall rogers teksavvy troubleshooting virus windows 7
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 Internet connection problems - quick help needed

    Okay, not even sure where to start. Moving from Australian providers Optus to Telstra based Exetel. The brand new TP-Link 8817 modem is connected to the phone line (with the filter on), the computer via ethernet and the power source. Four lights on the modem are lit (power, internet, lan...
    • aussiejake
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    • adsl australian configuration connection dns error 651 exetel help internet lan modem network pppoe problem provider settings setup tp-link troubleshooting windows
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Networking
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    Windows 7 connection problems in BSNL Broadband in windows 7 in India

    I have UT-STAR Type 2 Single Port wireless (WA3002-g1) modem and windows 7 RC with BSNL (India) home 500c plan. My problem is that when the computer wakes up after hybernation or sleep bsnl connection I have created fails to connect to the net with the message: Connecting through WAN...
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