Blue light on E169 - but no connection

[pab7868]

Have the E169, and the blue light is on (does change between blue and cyan), however, I cannot access internet nor emails. Data is sent, but none received.
Only fix is to disconnect power on router (or disconnect if plugged into PC) and then reconnect, and re-establish connection to network.

The biggest problem with this is that I want to ditch telstra landline and go VoIP through 3G. But this problem will prevent people calling me and me calling out, unless I disconnect and reconnect which is a hassle.

thx
Andrew

[jokiin]

if you are using with a router have you checked the settings, some have a time out value if no activity, you may need to disable this

[trissy]

This same issue occurs with me on the odd occasion, especially in areas where it is switching between WCDMA & HSPA regularly. (Blue & Cyan).
The only workaround I have found to prevent this is have constant traffic flowing (ie a ping -t). If it don't this in those areas, then I get the same symptons as the OP - no down traffic what so ever.

Reconnecting fixes it, howver is not ideal.

[CoreyPlover]

You could try configuring the modem to always use the WCDMA network only. This would stop it trying to autoswitch.

[pab7868]

I had the modem configured to WCDMA only, and this 'lockup' still occurred. (I think it was fine until I changed it to WCDMA only).

Settings ok on router - it also happens when connected to computer (bypassing router)

Have now adjusted settings back to WCDMA only and the 900 MHz band only.

The problem is that it appears to be connected to either WCDMA or HSDPA , and it just 'Locks Up'. It actually happens frequently to a mate whose with Virgin.

I'll give the ping thing a try.

thx
Andrew

[peterh_oz]

I have the same problem on both my PC and laptop (no router - the USB is directly connected). his is why I can't see wireless being a "real" ADSL+landline replacement, it is only a "backup" or for people who can't get ADSL, or who need portability.

I know there are many who disagree (including JL) but until it is as reliable as ADSL it won't replace a landline.

[JasonM]

Mobile phones already do replace landlines in many cases (Naked ADSL2+).