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New iMac, 24" 3.06 Ghz - Wireless Connection Problem
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Re: New iMac, 24" 3.06 Ghz - Wireless Connection Problem
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Oct 31, 2008 8:34 AM
in response to: FelipeSchultz
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Thanks for replying.I just sent in my complaints to apple via feedback. However I bought a new wirelss N linksys router aswelli will post back my results if I keep having that problem then I'll return the router.
Kind regards,
Cameron
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Re: New iMac, 24" 3.06 Ghz - Wireless Connection Problem
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Oct 31, 2008 9:39 AM
in response to: Cameron2008
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I thought the problem it was with my aiport extreme base station, and I bought a Time Capsule 500GB, but the problem still going on. I don´t have problem with the same connection trough pc, playstation and iPhone.
I hope apple could change this very quick.
iMac intel 20"
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Re: New iMac, 24" 3.06 Ghz - Wireless Connection Problem
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Nov 2, 2008 2:33 AM
in response to: NJF293
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I spoke far too soon. After about a week of reasonable service, the problems are back, and are as bad as ever. Instead of the "roaming beacons lost" message on the console, I now get this (a typical extract):
Nov 2 11:11:39 njf293s-imac kernel[0]: AirPort: No beacon for too long time
Nov 2 11:11:39 njf293s-imac kernel[0]: AirPort: Link Down on en1
Nov 2 11:11:39 njf293s-imac mDNSResponder22: Note: Frequent transitions for interface en1 (192.168.0.100); network traffic reduction measures in effect
Nov 2 11:11:39 njf293s-imac mDNSResponder22: Note: Frequent transitions for interface en1 (FE80:0000:0000:0000:021E:C2FF:FEC1:1C8D); network traffic reduction measures in effect
Nov 2 11:11:39 njf293s-imac mDNSResponder22: Note: Frequent transitions for interface en1 (192.168.0.100); network traffic reduction measures in effect
Nov 2 11:11:43 njf293s-imac kernel[0]: No Ack
Nov 2 11:11:43 njf293s-imac mDNSResponder22: Note: Frequent transitions for interface en1 (FE80:0000:0000:0000:021E:C2FF:FEC1:1C8D); network traffic reduction measures in effect
Nov 2 11:11:52 njf293s-imac kernel[0]: directed SSID scan fail
Nov 2 11:11:57 njf293s-imac airportd194: Error: Apple80211Associate() failed -6
Nov 2 11:11:57 njf293s-imac airportd194: Could not find any preferred networks; trying broadcast requests..
Nov 2 11:12:03 njf293s-imac kernel[0]: Authentication Mismatch failure
Nov 2 11:12:05 njf293s-imac kernel[0]: directed SSID scan fail
Nov 2 11:12:10 njf293s-imac airportd194: Error: Apple80211Associate() failed -6
Nov 2 11:12:11 njf293s-imac airportd194: Error: Power unexpectedly off, bailing - Apple80211GetPower() = off (0)
Nov 2 11:12:16 njf293s-imac kernel[0]: No Ack
Nov 2 11:12:16 njf293s-imac airportd194: Error: Apple80211Associate() failed -6
Nov 2 11:12:16 njf293s-imac airportd194: Could not find any preferred networks; trying broadcast requests..
Nov 2 11:12:18 njf293s-imac airportd194: Broadcast requests also failed..
Nov 2 11:12:19 njf293s-imac airportd194: Probing highest ranked networks via directed scan..
Nov 2 11:12:37 njf293s-imac ntpd14: sendto(17.72.255.11) (fd=23): No route to host
Nov 2 11:13:10 njf293s-imac kernel[0]: Authentication Mismatch failure
Nov 2 11:13:12 njf293s-imac kernel[0]: MAC AUTH succeeded
Nov 2 11:13:12 njf293s-imac kernel[0]: AirPort: Link Up on en1
Note that the iMac will go through this cycle, from link down to link up, without human intervention. It's done it three times as I've typed this report. As ever, my Wintel laptop holds a connection on the same router, rock steady for days.
Edited to update my profile to 10.5.5
Message was edited by: NJF293
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iMac 2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo 4 GB 800 MHz DDR2 SDRAM
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Re: New iMac, 24" 3.06 Ghz - Wireless Connection Problem
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Nov 2, 2008 10:29 AM
in response to: Apeacefulfocus
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The only way to get my iMac wiresly connected to TC is to use 802.11n only (5ghz) option, as soon as i change to b/g compatible or 2,4ghz i am starting to get password time out problems. I would be happy if not iPhone does not support 5ghz, so i can not use iPhone as Remote to control music.
This is like that already for HALF a year.
Apple do you read discussion forums EVER?
iMac 24 3.06 Ghz
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Luxembourg
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Re: New iMac, 24" 3.06 Ghz - Wireless Connection Problem
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Nov 2, 2008 11:36 AM
in response to: NJF293
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I've worked out what changed. I put my briefcase, containing a Blackberry, at the base of the stairs, 15 feet away from the computer, about 15 feet off the line of sight from the computer to the router. The syslog on the iMac shows the network dropping off approximately every 150 seconds, which I guess is the frequency at which the Blackberry polls its network (does anyone know any more about the Blackberry's network protocols?). I've now moved the briefcase another 20 feet away and the AirPort link is much more stable, just as it was after I changed the wireless network config a couple of weeks ago to avoid a conflict with a neighbour's network. So it's probably interference, and some pretty poor software from Apple, because my Wintel laptop can hold a connection rock-steady on the same router in the same conditions.
I'd be grateful if others would check to see if their BB or GPRS phones have the same effect. I'll reintroduce my BB later to see if I can replicate the problem.
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Mac OS X (10.5.5)
iMac 2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo 4 GB 800 MHz DDR2 SDRAM
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Re: New iMac, 24" 3.06 Ghz - Wireless Connection Problem
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Nov 2, 2008 6:06 PM
in response to: FelipeSchultz
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I also am experiencing the same problem.
Am ringing tech support tomorrow, though it sounds like this might be a waste of time? In any case the support is free as my mac is still under warranty.
Really annoying problem - only had my imac a month and everything was running great until very recently I get this problem with the wireless. Have tried every solution suggested here including reinstalling leopard.
What a nightmare!
Intel iMac 24" 2.4Ghz
Mac OS X (10.5.4)
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Re: New iMac, 24" 3.06 Ghz - Wireless Connection Problem
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Nov 2, 2008 7:03 PM
in response to: Sooz137
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Changing wireless encryption to 128-wep seems to have worked for me (so far!!! fingers most definitely crossed).
Thanks for tip off.
I would suggest anyone who this is applicable to should try this.
intel imac 2.4ghz
Mac OS X (10.5.4)
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Nov 3, 2008
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Re: New iMac, 24" 3.06 Ghz - Wireless Connection Problem
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Nov 3, 2008 3:22 AM
in response to: Apeacefulfocus
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Same problem here, it as been 6 months and nothing... I tried all the tips to solve the problem, some make the signal stronger but it goes back to loss of signal after a while.
At least in windows the patches work.
IMac 24'' + Time capsule (wireless n bg compatible; WPA2 personal and no security doesn't work)
IMac 24'' 2.8Ghz
Mac OS X (10.5.5)
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Re: New iMac, 24" 3.06 Ghz - Wireless Connection Problem
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Nov 3, 2008 8:42 AM
in response to: Apeacefulfocus
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After rebooting my iMac a few times, Airport Extreme Update 2008-04 is working a lot better than the last few releases. I stay online a lot longer now. I've been tweaking my wireless router settings also...moved the channel back to 1 and set my beacons back to 100. I do still get the occasional drop in signal, but it's not quite as chronic as before. Before I upgraded my Airport Extreme Update 2008-02 back in June or July, I NEVER dropped signal. The past few months have been a wireless nightmare. This latest 2008-04 firmware is not perfect, but it's better than the last 2 updates. If you guys haven't tried this one yet, give it a shot. I know for a fact that Apple does read these forums, so post your issues and workarounds here.
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Re: New iMac, 24" 3.06 Ghz - Wireless Connection Problem
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Nov 3, 2008 3:11 PM
in response to: Cameron2008
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Buying a new Router did NOT fix the problem. I bought a Wireless N Gigabyte router to replace my wireless G/B router. Sadly, didn't work. Looks like this 100% apple issue. I'll be returning this router.
Hopefully Apple will get their heads out of their ***** and fix this.
Imac
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Re: New iMac, 24" 3.06 Ghz - Wireless Connection Problem
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Nov 4, 2008 4:38 AM
in response to: eROCK1
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I already tried the last version 2008-004 and didn´t work for me as well.
iMac intel 20"
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Re: New iMac, 24" 3.06 Ghz - Wireless Connection Problem
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Nov 4, 2008 7:29 AM
in response to: FelipeSchultz
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I have seen a lot of attempted solutions and workarounds posted on here ... I am thankful for all of the help people give, and I'm glad they work fore some people. Nothing works for me, though. My workaround has been to buy a USB adapter.
FIX IT APPLE!!!!!!
iMac 24" 3.06ghz
Mac OS X (10.5.4)
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Re: New iMac, 24" 3.06 Ghz - Wireless Connection Problem
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Nov 4, 2008 7:52 AM
in response to: The Extispicator
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I have found a really good solution, and am confident it will work for all users here.
Install Windows on your mac.
Mac Book Pro
Mac OS X (10.5.1)
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Re: New iMac, 24" 3.06 Ghz - Wireless Connection Problem
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Nov 4, 2008 8:18 AM
in response to: Pingu the Penguin
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Didn't work for me. I've had Vista installed ever since I've had this new iMac. It kind of defeats the object too if you're suggesting we should run windows for wireless apps ~ the security *****.
My iMac is still hard-wired via ethernet which I think is still the best workaround given current issues.
iMac 24" 3.06 GHz 4GB, MacBook Pro 15" 2.4 GHz 4GB
Mac OS X (10.5.5)
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Re: New iMac, 24" 3.06 Ghz - Wireless Connection Problem
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Nov 4, 2008 11:17 AM
in response to: Apeacefulfocus
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Don't get me wrong...the Airport Extreme Update 2008-04 did NOT fix my problem, but it did make it a lot better than the 2008-03 update. I've downloaded Onyx and cleared a bunch of caches, and even booted up from my install disk to use the Utilities features, fix permissions and repair disk....still no luck. Same issues. My wireless signal keeps dropping....just not as frequent as is was with 2008-03 code. I don't run Windoze on mine, and refuse to.
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Mac OS X (10.5.5)
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