OK, now I'm not stupid. I know how to open a port on a firewall. (namely ZoneAlarm Security Suite) But this one has completely stumped me.
I'm trying to open port 51889 on a computer (mine) so that uTorrent can strut its funky stuff but even after opening it I still get problems. I've tried everything but still, when I check to see if the port is open/forwarded I just get an error.
Help?
is it open on your router as well as your software firewall?
No router at the moment. Connection is as follows:
Internet«»USB Modem«»Computer with ICS«»Laptop (over LAN)
uTorrent is running on the laptop, but I'm using the computer to 'translate' the USB Modem to Ethernet until the new modem I ordered off eBay yesterday arrives.
ZiNgA BuRgA Wrote:http://www.utorrent.com/testport.php?port=51889
^ What does that say?
If there's an error, you need to port forward (most "modems" are routers these days).
That gives an error.
And no, it's just a modem. Nothing more. It's most advanced feature it that I can put a mug of tea on top of it and it will keep it warm.
SchmilK Wrote:windows firewall??
Nope. That's all disabled.
I just get the classic Firefox can't connect message.
Firefox Wrote:Failed to Connect
Firefox can't establish a connection to the server at 192.168.0.1.
Though the site seems valid, the browser was unable to establish a connection.
* Could the site be temporarily unavailable? Try again later.
* Are you unable to browse other sites? Check the computer's network connection.
* Is your computer or network protected by a firewall or proxy? Incorrect settings can interfere with Web browser.
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