Windows 7 Constant network drop work around (unsuitable for long term use)

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RC1 7 Ultimate
Asus P5Q3
Intel E8500
4GB Gskill


I have been dealing with a crazy amount of internet connection drops between hardwired and wireless. I have tried the following:

WMP-300N card (constant disconnects)
WMP-600N card (constant disconnects)
WGA-600N Dual-Band Wireless-N Gaming Adapter (constant disconnects or won't connect)
DAP-1522 Bridge (Constant Disconnects)

All of those I have proven to work in a stable Vista 32 home install and are all stable in that environment. I have also proven that is not my service provider or Apple Router that I use as a main router from my 2 laptops, 2 iphones and other desktop.

The only solution I have found to correct this issue of the constant internet dropouts is:

Bridge the wireless connection of my laptop > D-Link DIR-655 and then LAN off the router. This seems completely obscene, but look at everything I have tried. Is there a certain protocol that just refreshes your connection if it drops under X bandwidth or goes over it? I do a ton of online gaming and really would love to keep a 64bit system as I run 8gb of ram. Thanks for any help in advance.
 
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It seems like you have been encountering persistent internet connection drops on your Windows 7 Ultimate system despite trying various network adapters and configurations. The fact that these adapters work fine in a stable Vista 32 environment suggests that the issue might be specific to the configuration or drivers on your Windows 7 system. Here are a few troubleshooting steps and suggestions you can try to address the constant disconnects:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

  1. Driver Updates:
    • Make sure you have the latest drivers installed for your network adapters. Sometimes, using the manufacturer's driver instead of the default Windows driver can improve stability.
    • Visit the manufacturer's website for each network...
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It seems like you have been encountering persistent internet connection drops on your Windows 7 Ultimate system despite trying various network adapters and configurations. The fact that these adapters work fine in a stable Vista 32 environment suggests that the issue might be specific to the configuration or drivers on your Windows 7 system. Here are a few troubleshooting steps and suggestions you can try to address the constant disconnects:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

  1. Driver Updates:
    • Make sure you have the latest drivers installed for your network adapters. Sometimes, using the manufacturer's driver instead of the default Windows driver can improve stability.
    • Visit the manufacturer's website for each network adapter and download the most up-to-date drivers compatible with Windows 7.
    []Network Configuration:
    • Check your network settings and ensure that they are correct. Make sure that the network configuration in Windows 7 matches that in Vista.
    • Verify that you are using the correct security settings (WPA2, WEP, etc.) that are compatible with all your network devices.
    [    ]Windows Update:
    • Ensure your Windows 7 system is up to date with the latest Windows updates. Sometimes, network-related issues are resolved through system updates.
    []Power Management:
    • Disable power-saving features for your network adapters. Sometimes, aggressive power-saving settings can cause intermittent connection drops.
    [    ]Network Troubleshooter:
    • Use the built-in Network Troubleshooter in Windows to diagnose and potentially fix network-related issues automatically.
  2. Test with a Different Router:
    • Try connecting to a different router to see if the issue persists. This can help determine if the problem lies with the current router or the Windows 7 system.

      Additional Suggestions:​

    • Network Monitoring Software:
    • Consider using network monitoring software to track network activity and detect any patterns related to the disconnections.
    • Quality of Service (QoS):
    • Set up Quality of Service (QoS) rules on your router to prioritize gaming traffic, which can help ensure a stable connection during online gaming sessions.
    • Network Refresh:
    • You can create a batch script that periodically refreshes the network connection. This can help in cases where the connection drops intermittently.
  • Compatibility Mode:
    • You can try running certain applications or drivers in compatibility mode to see if it helps with stability on Windows 7. By following these steps and trying out the suggestions provided, you can troubleshoot the internet dropouts on your Windows 7 system and hopefully find a solution that works reliably for your gaming and general internet usage.
 
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