Why is the modem disconnected?
When choosing a modem in the store always turnattention to the data transfer rate, the presence of a wireless Wi-Fi network and signal strength. Often also look at the functionality of the modem and the presence of fine tuning. However, at the same time, many people prefer to buy the cheapest modem that suits them, without thinking that it can be unreliable or short-lived.
It is then that there is a problem with arbitrary disconnection of the modem from time to time. Let's consider a question, why the modem is disconnected.
Why does a simple modem always turn off
A regular modem can be disconnected permanently for several reasons:
- Overheating of the modem. Usually low-quality cheap modems have the property of overheating from work and shutting down. If you download large files from the Internet for a long time, the modem will start to overload and overheat. Then it will shut down and go into reboot. In this case, it is better to give preference to reliable branded modems, for example, from Asus.
- The usb-wire goes away or is damaged. One of the common reasons for switching off the modem may be that the wire from the modem to the computer is unreliable and leaks or the wire is damaged. In the second case, you should replace the wire and see for a while the modem is working. In the first case, you need to change the connection socket on the computer to less shaky, because it is known that over time, usb-sockets have the ability to wear out of constant work with them.
- Software error. The modem can constantly reboot due to an error in the software. It will be necessary to reinstall the firmware of the modem. If there is a new firmware, it's worth downloading and installing it.
- Viruses on the computer. Viruses on your computer can interfere with the normal operation of the modem. You should install the antivirus and clean the computer from malicious programs.
- The required drivers are missing. In this case, the modem will not be detected by the computer as a device. You need to install the necessary drivers that come with the modem or install the network card drivers.
However, in the case of usb-modems from cellular mobile Internet operators everything can be different. Consider the problem of disabling the modems of the mobile Internet.
Why does the mobile modem turn off?
Here are some standard reasons why the usb-modem of the mobile Internet can be switched off from time to time:
- unreliable usb-input in the computer. Over time, the nests may wear out, and this may affect the connection of the mobile modem. Simply insert the modem into another socket;
- congestion of the line. It often happens that a single mobile communications tower can connect multiple users simultaneously. Then there will be a problem with connecting the modem to the mobile Internet. The modem may be disconnected from time to time;
- overheating of the modem. Due to the download of a large amount of information, the modem can overheat and shut down;
- viruses can also interfere with the normal operation of the mobile modem;
- The required drivers are not installed. It is necessary to install the drivers of the mobile modem from the installation disk or USB flash drive.
If you are unable to correct the problem yourself, you should contact the service technician.
If you constantly disconnect the Internet, then you can see our useful article Why the Internet is disconnected.
