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IP questions part 5640...
 

I have my broadband through my tv set top box.

for love nor money this will not let me reset my ip address. I have been on the phone to india about 20 times trying to help reset the darn thing with no success whatsoever. the only time it ever changed was when I went on holiday for 2 weeks in january and left the set top box off for the duration.

anyway, can somebody help me on this one. if I buy a modem and connect through that, rather than the set top box, will this give me a new IP address? I'm using a PC.

Go to command prompt.In xp click start, then run then type in the box cmd. That should bring up the black window. Then type Ipconfig /all , that should tell you your ip and when it expires.It should give the time and date that the ip address will expire, on the day that it expires just make sure to have your cpu and broadband shut off for about 24 hours. Then it should renew a new ip address lease. Thats what I do now with my cable modem. Hope that works..

You can also try a ipconfig /release, then wait 24 hours then type ipconfig /renew

thanks mate, have done all that before and it still didn't work. it renewed itself much to my annoyance

the other thing is that I switch between broadband and dial up several times a day. whenever I reconnect to broadband it renews the lease for 7 days. this is why I'd like to get a modem for my broadband if that will work. can anybody confirm or deny this for me?

i just read up on broadbands and if you set it so that you have to sign in for every session they will give you a new ip..

thanks mate. still no joy!

with XP I'm doing the following:

network connection >> high speed internet >> change settings of this connection >> local area connection properties >> internet protocol (TCP/IP) >> properties

i then get the choice to connect automatically, or set it manually.

any suggestions how I set it to change each time I connect?

Jamesy, did you get my PM????

yes mate I did and I have replied

If you have a broadband connection. the only way to change the IP address is to change the MAC address for your network interface card. Which means if you buy a new NIC then you will get a new IP address for your cable modem. Or you can but a cheap router, the router will have a new MAC address which will in return change your ip address. Some routers will also allow you to change the MAC address of the router manually, which will allow you to change your IP address whenever you want. I use a Belkin router, and it works great.

which belkin do you use?

do you know which models let you change the MAC address?

I have 2 diffrent routers I just bought a belkin Wireless G router for $40.00 from compusa.com. And this allows me to do it.

It comes with an advanced user interface that allows you change all of the settings via a web address that they provide.

Thats not true. I have a cable modem with NO routers and I change my IP Address all the time..I don't know why it isn't working for some people but it works for me.

Also the whole renew your IP address by releasing it through CMD. doesnt work with my cable modem. You have to change your mac address.

Iheard another way to change your mac address which I use to do waaay back in the day to get a new ip is use this software..You can spoof your mac address which will allow you to get a new ip...

Hide-My-IP.Com - Hide My MAC Address

I guess it depends on your Cable company.

The problem with IP spoofing is sometimes you get an IP address in another country.

The guide says make sure your IP adress is in your town.

with that program you can choose on in the usa..So basically all you have to do is got the library and reigister a account, then use hide my ip at your house..

IP Help
 

I am having trouble changing my ip address. I have dsl and have unplugged everything on my dsl connection including the power for over 1 hour and the ip is still the same. How do I change it? Also, can anyone give me insight on ip blockers. I tried the free ones on this sight but they only work during certain hours. If I buy the software online will that permanently block ebay and paypal from seeing my ip. Would this be a good idea or a red flag to ebay and paypal?

Just go out an buy a cheap router. I use a belkin router. I allows me to change my mac address on the router which will give you a new ip address from your isp. Or you can just go out and by a new network card. that will get you the same result. In order to change your ip address you have to change your MAC address.

Hey, i was having problems changing my ip also. But i found this program called SMAC and it changes your mac address for you, and then when your mac address changes your ip address changes. it costs like 20 bucks, but its worth it.

I heard you just use ipconfig and do release and renew.

But well there should be freeware programs to change your MAC address. There's a lot of open source type programs now.

Ebay hates proxies. The make them enter captchas all over the place and will stick it with a buying limit so it can't buy anything for four months. Sometimes they will auto-suspend unused buyer accounts if made from the wrong proxies. They even will reset your password and secret answer once you log in with a proxy. That's what ebay has always done.

Isn't this a free program? Even if it's not you can use a free one. No need to pay 20 dollars.

I dont think you can change a DSL internet IP. Most DSL I have encountered use Static Ip. Which means your stuck with the IP unless the ISP changes it

do wireless broadband networks (verizon etc.) have static or dynamic ips?
 

Just wondering how the broadband card works with regards to the ip? Does it change every time you connect disconnect from these networks? Was thinking of getting the verizon but its $60 per month and couldn't find much info on it. appreciate any info!

Little help please - IP issue
 

I just moved out of my parents house and into my own apartment. Before I moved I was on dialup, could reset my ip anytime.

In this apartment they provide free highspeed wireless internet. My question is, how can I reset the ip and get a new one when I need to?

If I can't, what do you guys suggest I do? I'd like to avoid getting a dialup connection, it's about $40 a month -_-

$40 a month for dialup? Wow! Where do you live?

And you won't be able to reset your wireless IP. It can't happen.

They need to ban and demolish dial up

hello. if you can help me sop please do it.
I live in Ukraine, but on eBay I registered as American so I need to change my IP? when i in internet I have differnt IP, but eBay can look that I'm from Ukraine.

Hello,
I'm new to all this and have been a very interested spectator.
I do currently (touch wood) have 4 working ebay accounts
all linked back to me,with my proper details and to one Paypal
account.
I've recently downloaded a Web browser called Torpark which
hides your IP when you go onto Ebay through it.
I have not logged into my accounts while on Torpark.
Does anyone on here have any input on this?
Will it work forever all will they suss it out ??
I've checked it on Ip address checkers and my Ip
address is changed if i go through Torpark.
Any views

hi im on virgin media and i phoned them and they told me they cant change my IP and iv also left my router and modem off for over 24 hours and still no change. Also used the command promt instructions.

Does anyone have a clue what i could do?

Taurus, if you live in Ukraine, you could try a paid proxy service. Ghost surf is one of the faster responding ones I've tried. Free proxies are cr*p.

Coming in to ebay on a proxy is not ideal, since they can see you, and you're part of a 1% or smaller minority, but it's not as bad as having a US registration address and an IP in Ukraine.

Just so you know:
Virtually all ISPs frown on people who insist on changing their IP address. If you have to contact your ISP for assistance with this, be warned that an IT techie knows full well that hackers and high risk users look to change their IP often. And they know all the good stories.

Power cycling a cable router can repeatedly produce the same IP numerous times, because servers are programmed to always try to give you back the same IP you had before, if available.

If you're up to mischief on the web, some sites may blacklist the IP you're coming from. Limiting the number of IP's a server gives you, limits their exposure if you should turn out to be a bad apple.

You may need to break the DHCP lease for extended periods, until your old IP is picked up by someone else, and is literally unavailable when you try to renew the lease. Sometimes it can take 2 days, other times it can happen in 4 minutes.

OK Boys and Girls here are some busted cookies for you....

These cookies are what is getting loaded onto your computer when you access ebay.
Listed below will where it comes from, when it comes and what it can/might collect based on that sites privacy policies.


Cookie Name: dp1 (good name I think.. Double Penetrated One... Ebays way of sticking it you)
This cookie loads when you access ebay, just going to the site.
It is on their homepage and comes from statcounter.com
The information it collects is:
IP Address, Domain Name referrer, browser typoe and/or operating system

Why is it collected: Information that is based upon a unique identifier but that cannot be linked to an individual may be used for research, analsysis and reporting.

Who has access to that info: NOT YOU! The website (ebay) that pays for the service.

More info go to statcounter

Another one that loads when you enter is from right media which basically is a geotargeter for ads and crap.

AS I get more info I will pass it along... See Ya

AOL and the IP's
 

hi everyone:
i did some test about the AOL and the IP addresses that gives:
i am using my ISP to get connection. every time i switch the box on and off it is a new IP.
for every IP from my ISP, i check the IP from AOL it is a new IP different from my ISP .
but the problem is the AOL give me only 3 IP's of them. i tried with the same AOL user every sessions and also with different AOL users.with different IP from my ISP.

anyone can confirm this ? or have some suggestions?
i forgot i tested from 2 different locations :same results

thx

Wi Fi Hotspots and IPs
 

IP addresses seem to be a problem with ebay linking accounts.

Does anyone have any experiences in logging in to ebay at wi fi hotspots (like a Starbucks,etc). They would definitely have a different IP.

What would happen if someone else using that wi fi signal got booted?

MY question is has anyone legitimately gotten "associated" with a suspended account by using a wi fi or other public signal?

I know it is hard to tell, because ebay never "fully" explains why you are being suspended, associated, etc. so you don't have all of the information that you need to be re-instated.

With the ever-emerging presence of these "hot spots" I was just wondering if this is a viable alternative. There is talk of entire cities (where I live already has entire neighborhoods) going wi fi. Is ebay going to ban everyone in a neighborhood or city from being registered because someone else was selling ⊗⊗⊗⊗ LV purses?

I don't think so DogFacedBoy. When it comes to this, eBay can't go by IP alone. They'll have to use your cookies and personal information to decide if they want to suspend you.

Just saw you address this issue on another thread.