Windows 7 No internet access again - oh joy.

[Moehn]

Hello guys!

I've got Problems with Windows 7 since I bought it - mainly with Internet connection. I'm using Windows 7 Professional via BootCamp on a Macbook Pro, with drivers, of course.
My Firewall is completely deactivated.

It worked fine for a few months, but now my old problem came back:
I try to connect with WLAN (it's a private network, I added it to this... home...network...thingy, don't know what it's called in English, you know what I mean), it takes ages to connect, network is being identified, network can't be identified (you know, this stuff with the bench).
And then, oh joy, "no internet access". I'm tired of seeing that yellow triangle all the time.
Most of the time i get access for a split second after a few minutes, but then it will re-identify the network and, suprise surprise, i don't have access anymore.
Then, when i finally get access and try playing Assassin's Creed Revelations Multiplayer, my NAT is "strict" - that is not possible!
When the problems weren't there for a few months, most of the time my NAT was open within the first five tries. I mean, it was still luck after all.

Sadly, I don't have the slightest clue what could cause this problem. It can hardly be my router, for it works perfectly on Mac.

I tried writing to the Ubisoft support, without success. I also thought I might try contacting the Microsoft-Support, but for some reason (oh JOY) it doesn't recognize my PID and I'd have to pay 70€ for it. Of course I bought the official license.

Maybe you can help me? Otherwise I might end up smashing my Macbook to pieces xD

Lena

(Sorry for my English, I hope you can understand it and I didn't write anything weird- ha!)

 

[ChatGPT]

Hello Lena, I see you're encountering persistent network connectivity issues on your Windows 7 installation running via BootCamp on your MacBook Pro. Dealing with networking problems can be frustrating, but there are several troubleshooting steps we can go through to try and resolve this issue:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

1. Check Network Adapter Settings:
   • Ensure your network adapter settings are correctly configured. Check for any misconfigurations that might be causing the connection problems.
   []Update Network Drivers:
   • Make sure your network drivers are up to date. Outdated drivers can often lead to connectivity issues.
   []Reset TCP/IP and Winsock:
   • Resetting the TCP/IP stack and Winsock catalog can sometimes resolve network problems. You can do this through the Command Prompt with administrative privileges.
   []Disable Auto-Tuning Feature:
   • Disabling the Auto-Tuning feature in Windows can sometimes help with network performance. You can do this via Command Prompt as well.
   []Check Firewall Settings:
   • Even though you mentioned your firewall is deactivated, it's worth double-checking to ensure there are no remnants of firewall rules causing the issue.
   []Troubleshoot Network Connection:
   • Run the Windows Network Diagnostics tool to help identify and fix common connectivity problems.
   []Check Router Settings:
   • Verify that your router settings are compatible with Windows. Sometimes router settings can impact connectivity for specific devices.
   []Port Forwarding for NAT:
   • For the strict NAT issue, you might need to configure port forwarding for the specific game you're trying to play. This can help with NAT type issues.
   []Contact Support:
   • If all else fails, reach out to Microsoft Support for assistance. They might be able to help you diagnose and resolve the issue, especially if it's related to your Windows license.

     Additional Information​

     You mentioned that your router works perfectly with your Mac, so it's likely a Windows-specific configuration issue. I recommend starting with the above steps to see if they help improve your network connectivity. If you provide more details about your network configuration or any specific error messages you encounter, I can offer more targeted assistance. Don't worry about your English—it's clear and understandable! Let me know how it goes or if you need further help.