No Internet connection after XP SP3 Update Solved/Closed

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Hello,
i am generally a pc freak so I am a bit shocked that I am stuck for once
basically I mess around with msconfig alot but when I install xp sp3 I cannot connect to the internet unless i'm on safe mode like now!
please help

MikeS · Accepted Answer

I had similar problem but finally figured it out. 

My issue was with Windows Zero Configuration Service after install of SP3. Just had to restart the service manually from control panel and BOOM, internet works. This particular problem happens mostly on wireless network adapters (mine is a d-link DWA-110 adapter). 

Other services you should restart = DHCP! This was the root cause of the problem due to a conflict with Zero Configuration I think. Freakin MS, can't even get their own modules working properly together....sigh.

xpcman · Answer

Did you try to delete the network controller?  (I assume your using broadband) and then re-detect new hardware?

You could also enter "ipconfig /renew"  in your "run" tab from the START menu  - this has been known to reinitialize things.

You might also look for an updated driver for the network controller. download and install it.

looks like SP3 deleted something it shouldn't have.

I think SP3 can be backed- out using  Windows Uninstall.  that might be your final option

novice · Answer

You may have solved the problem by now but I had the same. I was able to uninstall sp3 (reverts back to previous in my case sp2) by using the uninstall executable created when installing sp3 (in c:\windows)

DC · Answer

Use Control Panel, add/delere software function to remove SP3.

mindbender · Answer

I too have lost wireless capability, there are some great sounding suggestions on here but I have no idea of how to execute the changes. Please give some detail of how to those.

GeorgeSA · Answer

I also had the problem of no internet connection after a SP3 install. Fortunately the uninstall option worked and fixed the problem. I think I will not install SP3 again. My advice is not to install SP3. I am seriously looking to find another alternative to MS operating system as it seems that MS is realy loosing it. The screwed up with Vista, now they are screwing up XP also.

Wireless Hotspot · Answer

Hi U all.

TRY THIS, IT SEEMS TO WORK FOR ME!

I am using a telkom mega105wr adsl router and have heard that there are issues with SP3 and these routers.

My Solution 1:  Start - Connect to - Show all connections - Create a new connection - Next - Connect to the internet, next - Setup my connection manually, next - broadband pppoe option, next - isp name, next - adsl username & password, next - finish.
This will give your internet connection back.

My Solution 2: Contact your service provider to give you primary and secondary dns settings.  These settings changes from service providers and the area you live in.

Both worked 100% for me, but the latter seems to be the best since you don't need to connect each time you want to go on the net.

Martin

tristan2037 · Answer

Hi there,

I have the same windows specs as you do and using the same DWA-110. I found a quick and easy way of getting online with the device. 

Background: I installed the software via the CD which included D-link connection management software. I could connect to my router but could not get online. I tried all the tricks under the sun relating to firewall setting, fixed IPÂ´s, turn off virus protection etc...

What I ended up doing is uninstalling the d-link software entirely. I went onto the D-Link website and downloaded the driver for DWA-110. (DWA-110-Drivers_ V1.30.zip) - For XP. Put it on my desktop and unzipped the folder.

I plugged in the DWA-110 device straight into a USB socket and let windows ask me to search for new hardware drivers. I then pointed the setup to look at the new driver on the desktop and clicked next. 

I now have excellent connection with the internet. It seems that the D-Link software canÂ´t get along with XP SP3. 

Nice and easy. 



Thanks


Tristan - Syd, Australia

cca4usc · Answer

I had the same problem as Khem with Microsoft "Cumulative Update for Internet Explorer 7 for Windows XP ( KB961260)".  Downloaded the update and couldn't get on the internet.  I restored my computer to an earlier date and had no problems.  If someone knows how to download this update without losing internet, please share.  This is a security update and probably should be downloaded.

Meggles · Answer

I also had this problem, couldn't figure out how to do it - though most of the advice above seemed very helpful. My problem wasn't my wireless as much as it was my local connection. 

I finally reverted to SP2 and everything seems to be working again.

how icky is that to upgrade to SP3 and not have an internet connection ...

venjho · Answer

Got the same problem with my sp3 update and I found a really easy solution.
Just manually input your DNS address in your TCP/IP propterties.
If you do not have that info then just call your service provider to get your DNS address.
I have tried this and it works.

navejas · Answer

Thanks for all the help, but I think his original intent of the guy who posted was (because I also have the same exact problem) with the new service pack 3 update the icon for wireless internet is not even provided and the only thing you see is local area connection. With this problem I also noticed that my sound devices weren't working as well. Please somebody help so I won't have to call microsoft's horrible customer service.     

also an fyi: this is my 3rd time reinstalling SP3. The other two times my friend (no longer available) used to come in and fix the problem with a breeze.

If this also helps: I'm thinking the sound and internet device are physically hooked up but just not installed, this is because when I click my wifi button and sound buttons nothing happens or glow like usual.

Timothy · Answer

OK, My internet connection did not work after upgrading to SP3, although Outlook and MSN Messenger did, weird, anyways, I've unistalled XPSP3, by going to C:\WINDOWS\$NtServicePackUninstall$ and clicking on the spuninst.exe, yet to see what it does to my computer, lol.

ROSIEO · Answer

I too installed Service Pack 3 downloaded from PC Authority, as I chickened out of the Complicated Microsoft one, over service Pack 2 with Internet Explorer 6, only because I need to Install Net Framework2 to run several Utilities. I couldnt connect to the Internet with my laptop at the Internet Cafe after, to do a connected download, and then had to do heaps or research only to find out that there were a lot of people in the same boat. This is how I solved my problem. 
Dont just go to the Internet Explorer Menu TOOLS Internet Options Connection LAN  settings Aitomatically detect settings  to select this checkbox because there is more: 
Go to My Netwok Places, right click Properties or Open Network Connections on the Toolbar. Both get you to the LAN or High Speed Internet settings, right click Properties, General.  Scroll down and select Internet Protocol . Select the Properties Box, above the description below. On the General  tab, Clear both the Use the following  IP and DNS server address boxes , by selecting both  Obtain an  address Automaticaly. Select the Alternate Configuration tab, deleselect the User configured 
and select Automatic private IP address . Go back to  General Tab and Select the  Advanced settings below.
On IP Settings tab, IP addresses, check if the DHCP shows as enabled, and  Default Gateways Automatic metric box is ticked. On the WINS tab, enable Net BIOS to Default settings.  OK all boxes to confirn and exit. There are lots of other settings and some of these above may already be enabled. No need to it in exactly this order but it is easier to follow. Sorry I couldnt attach pictures.
It is easy to overlook these simple settings as I did. If this doesnt help you it may help many  others.

Coot · Answer

Just had this same error and resolved it by resetting TCP/IP. Go to, Start, Run, type cmd and click OK.

Now type:

netsh int ip reset c:\resetlog.txt

Reboot and hopefully this will fix it for you.

JP · Answer

Download latest driver from http://support.dlink.com.au/?product=DWA-110&revision=REV_A&filetype=Drivers and ready !

Paul56 · Answer

After trying all of the above suggestions, and not able to remove SP3 I reinstalled (repaired) using my original XP disc and now all connections are back to normal.

Joe · Answer

I have installed XP SP3 and IE or Firefox will not connect to the Internet.  Able to ping.  Have updated the NIC drivers, nothing.  Have removed and re-installed NIC and nothing.  Restarted Zero Configuration and DHCP client, nothing.  Have manually defined DNS and still nothing.  Windows firewall is disabled, still nothing.  I know that if I uninstall SP3, everything will be working.  When I run the IE Diagnostic, I see error 12029.  HELP!!!!

Kestutisj · Answer

I bet you have ESET smart security installed.
remove it , download the newest from theyr site and reinstall. 
it worked for me with the same symptoms.

K.

Ali · Answer

Thank you  XPCMAN, TRISTAN 2037, and MIKE S for the posts. your solutions worked perfectly.

Mejustwrite · Answer

Updated driver and software for Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless 2200BG and my wireless connection is back.

james · Answer

I had the same problem but what I did was install all of your drivers again ! then it will work !

herbert · Answer

Bloody hell.
After days of searching. I turned off "automatically detect settings" in ie proxy settings / lan settings...???
was ie6 on sp3

Mark B · Answer

I just realized that Microsoft is too big to fail so we need to bail it out of the daily Windows' operation problems.

In my case I uninstalled SP3 and went courageously through related warning that some of my devices may stop working. That triggered another thought in my head: questioning authority of Microsoft in making decisions of what's the best for health of your PC is like questioning health insurance companies of knowing what is the best for your health. It is un-American to do it. Love it or leave it, People!

If I would just remember where I put my Prozac....

Sarv~e · Answer

Un-instal SP3 for MS Windows XP was the solution for me.
Using DI-524 Dlink routter.

dylanc443 · Answer

What is everyone going to do who has not installed XP SP3 when July rolls around and SP2 will no longer support updates? I was going to install SP3 on my main machine, but I'm a little nervous after reading the posts.

ask google.com · Answer

get a new internet connection

Aram · Answer

I have just buied new D-Link DWA 110 wireless adapter but it did not work with my operation system (Windows 7). The OS recognized the driver but I cannot lunch adapters program wireless connection manager. What can I do? Can you help me???? Thank you very much.

TngMstr · Answer

I know this is an old post but its April of 2010 and I am just now experiencing this same problem. I have an Intel DP45SG mobo and everything worked fine until I applied SvcPk3, then I had no internet. I could loopback the nic but not ping out. I reinstalled 3 times no difference. This last time (the 4th reload) I installed SvcPk3 first then installed Intel's drivers from CD and it worked. Hope this helps anyone else still experiencing this problem!

m · Answer

just call operater

IT · Answer

1.You need to deinstalled Internet explorer 7.0 and windows xp sp3 from your machine.
2. reboot machine and reload Internet explorer 7.0. 
3. Reboot workstation then load Windows XP SP3 and do updates if there are any.
4. Your homepage will then work what you have it set for.

Silicon Stuff · Answer

Hey Guys ...... lOVE U ALL................. I had same problem on my LAPTOP .........NO net after SP3, I had tried every thing mentioned above........ finally I tried out something..........i got my other DESKTOP PC connected to net............. copied its settings especially. DNS address on to my LAPTOP........... "BAZINGA"....... everything worked...............................Thnx to all for there advices

sirfoxalot · Answer

Uninstall the AOL security inside the add remove programs

Sohail · Answer

Hello, 

I am having an ADSL connection at home (with wireless router & lan options in the modem) which is working very fine with my laptop, cell. phone. I have used two / three laptops using LAN and wireless as well. 

Recently I brought a laptop and tried to connect to my home network, but without luck. I have tried all possible ways (LAN, wireless) but still it is not getting connected with the network.I found whenever I am trying to connect the laptop with LAN cable at my home network it tries to connect again & again (ending with network cable unplugged) and in the main time it disconnects my ADSL modem from internet as well. 

I took the same laptop in my office & to my friend's home network and it get connected by both ways (LAN, wireless) at both locations. 

I tried by working with static IPs also but still it is not getting connected (except wirelessly with limited access). The only difference found by making static IP is, I can access the router (192.168.1.1) with wireless connection but internet remains disconnected from the device, (as long laptop is connected with the modem). 

I hope my query and details are clear. Please advice & suggest something!

Hari · Answer

Hello I am insatalling original xp service pack 2 in my home pc now they asked me to update now only 27 days left,after updating my is it worke on smoothly or not

No Internet connection after XP SP3 Update

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