Windows 7 Sharing Internet connecting over Ad Hoc by bridging adapters

[asafaq]

[The System: Pc, Windows 7 Ult 64b, Network Card, Regular PPPoE with Modem, Wireless Card, Ipod Touch]

Hello Guys

I've been trying to set up a shared internet connection by Ad Hoc for my PC and Ipod and came to a stumble. Now the Ad Hoc itself works easily, as I've tested it with a SFTP connection, but the internet just doesn't seem to flow. As for settings I am not using ISC (already tried, didn't work), but bridging the adapters. On paper it all seems fine, but when applying the actual connection, the Broadband Connection gets disconnected. Then when reconnected, the wireless gets disconnected.

I wonder if anyone could share some light on this for me

Also, a bonus question, the Network Bridge Connection at IPv4 Connectivity says there's no network access, is that a problem?

 

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Setting up a shared internet connection using Ad Hoc can sometimes be tricky, but let's try to troubleshoot the issues you're facing step by step.

Shared Internet Connection Setup Issues:​

1. Broadband Connection Disconnection: When you're setting up a shared internet connection via Ad Hoc, the disconnection of the Broadband Connection could be due to conflicts in the network configurations. Here's how we can address this:
   • Network Adapter Priority: Check the network adapter priority to ensure that the connection used for internet access (Broadband Connection) remains active.
   • IP Conflict: Verify that there are no IP conflicts between the adapters.
   []Wireless Disconnection: The wireless disconnection might occur due to network adapter conflicts or misconfigurations. We should verify the following:
   • Wireless Adapter Configuration: Ensure that the wireless adapter settings are correctly configured for sharing the internet connection.
   • Channel Interference: Check for any channel interference that might disrupt the wireless connection.
   []Network Bridge Connectivity Issue: The message "no network access" on the Network Bridge Connection suggests that the bridge might not be able to access the network. This could be due to:
   • Incorrect Bridge Configuration: Double-check the settings of the network bridge to ensure it is correctly bridging the connections.
   • IP Address Assignment: Make sure that the IP addresses are correctly assigned and there are no conflicts.

     Troubleshooting Steps:​

   []Confirm Network Settings:
   • Check the IP settings and ensure they are correctly configured.
   • Verify that there are no conflicting IP addresses.
   []Network Adapter Prioritization:
   • Prioritize the network adapters in the adapter settings to ensure the Broadband Connection retains internet access priority.
   []Reconfigure Network Bridge:
   • Reconfigure the network bridge settings to ensure proper connectivity and no restrictions.
   []Test Connectivity:
   • After making these changes, test the setup again to see if the internet connection is shared successfully.

     Bonus Question:​

     Regarding the "no network access" message on the Network Bridge Connection for IPv4, it indicates that the bridge might not be able to access the network. While this message alone doesn't necessarily mean there is a problem, it could potentially affect the internet sharing functionality. Let's start with these steps to troubleshoot your shared internet connection issue. If you encounter any specific errors or challenges during the process, feel free to share them for further assistance.