how do i get internet access in my apartment in tokyo, japan with my us laptop?
my laptop has the new window's vista and is connected wirelessly but i get the limited or no connectivity message. I am connected to my roommate's wireless router and but i get the limited or connectivity message. I am connected to my roommate's wireless router. Even though i have excellent signal, i still get the limited or connectivity message
Computer Networking - 5 Answers
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Answer 1 :
Francis, This can be a headache! I have a similar problem with my laptop also from USA, though I refuse to go to the Vista. XPversion is it for me. You have to remember that your system is set to USA for any updates etc, I'm sure you can still get the browser to use English, mine does in Eu, Right now then to get down to it! you need to play with the settings one at a time, Microsoft & your whatever server, to find the best setting in your Network Conections Folder, in my case I had to choose one over the other for the prefered connection then set it all, one time I had to remove a connection in order to succeed, it's all right as thenext time you reboot your system it will be found again, after which I was able to use microsoft to auto connect. I have this problem each time I relocate, it is very frustrating or can be, I should make notes how I did it for the next time to be easyer but always fail to do it... make the note! Good Luck
Answer 2 :
First of all, have you subscribe to any ISP ( Internet Service Provider )? If you haven't, most probably you are using other's (mostly your neighbour) internet access. That's when you get the limited connectivity due to the low signal strength you recieved from a distance, or no connectivity when there isn't any available wireless connection around the area. US laptop or not, will not have much problem in connecting wireless even if you are in another country.
Answer 3 :
Open "Connect to" and check if the wireless connection is via "Bridge" connection. Disable the "Bridge" connection. or, disable security software for a while, such as Norton Internet security. I don't think there are big difference between English and Japanese laptop. But if the security of your friend's router is WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK (stronger than WEP key), the wireless adopter (hardware) of your Laptop may not support PSK security.
Answer 4 :
If he didn't pay his internet provider, you wont be able to access internet.
Answer 5 :
First of all there is nothing wrong with Vista. Second of all you need to do is talk to your roommate a find what router he is using. Then what I would do is set a static ip address for your wireless adapter. If your roommate will let you use his pc I could walk you through the steps to do this. http://www.trainsignaltraining.com/windows-vista-ip-addressing/2006-11-15/ Do what is says but for the wireless adpater,, BUT IN ORDER TO DO SO YOU NEED TO KNOW WHAT IP RANGE OF THE ROUTER IS
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Saturday, August 28, 2010
Saturday, August 21, 2010
i wnat to by toshiba or sony or madin JAPAN...p4 laptop what how shoud i know it wil be madin JANPAN
i wnat to by toshiba or sony or madin JAPAN...p4 laptop what how shoud i know it wil be madin JANPAN?
Tell me what and how shuld i chek befor by toshiba ,sony...laptop or other proudcu of japan
Laptops & Notebooks - 1 Answers
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Answer 1 :
Pretty much everything is made in either Japan or China
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Tell me what and how shuld i chek befor by toshiba ,sony...laptop or other proudcu of japan
Laptops & Notebooks - 1 Answers
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Answer 1 :
Pretty much everything is made in either Japan or China
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Saturday, August 14, 2010
How can I play GMS MapleStory in Japan
How can I play GMS MapleStory in Japan?
I'm moving to Japan for four months to study abroad. I'm bringing my laptop that already has GMS on it. But it will be hooked up to a cable internet in my apartment... I was wondering if anyone knew if that would be a problem? Would I get banned for that or will it work at all?
Video & Online Games - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
You should be able to play GMS in Japan as long as your account has been made before the IP Ban.
Answer 2 :
you can use a stable proxy server . if want to play the same version
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I'm moving to Japan for four months to study abroad. I'm bringing my laptop that already has GMS on it. But it will be hooked up to a cable internet in my apartment... I was wondering if anyone knew if that would be a problem? Would I get banned for that or will it work at all?
Video & Online Games - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
You should be able to play GMS in Japan as long as your account has been made before the IP Ban.
Answer 2 :
you can use a stable proxy server . if want to play the same version
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Saturday, August 7, 2010
Should I ship my desktop computer to Japan when I move there for a year
Should I ship my desktop computer to Japan when I move there for a year?
Most people have been advising us to buy a laptop, but we honestly can't afford one, plus we bought a new desktop a few months ago. Does anyone know apprx how much it will be to ship the desktop and if it will even work with Japan's electrical system? What should we do?
Japan - 8 Answers
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Answer 1 :
Sure, there is nothing wrong with that idea. However make sure you stick FRAGILE on the box
Answer 2 :
sure why not and you will save yourself a couple dollars.
Answer 3 :
It would save you lots of money and your computer will work in japan. I have a desktop and laptop both bought in USA and they work fine here.
Answer 4 :
Hmmm. . . That is a hard one. Yes, your desktop will work here as far as the electrical system goes. The voltage is slightly different, but it doesn't seem to affect anything and the sockets are the same size (oops! I'm assuming you live in the U.S., right?) The reason your friends are suggesting a laptop is because shipping is very expensive to Japan. A few years ago, my local PO in the U.S. told me it was the most expensive place in the world to ship to. Sorry, I couldn't tell you what it will cost you, but even if you ship it surface mail (which is not recomended for a computer) it will be more than $100. You can check out the USPS website usps.com for some shipping estimates based on weight and destination. Another idea is to consider taking it on as extra luggage on your flight. When I moved here in June, I took two extra bags. They were overweight and yes, it cost me about $100 extra per bag, but that was a lot less than it would cost me to ship it. Eitehr way, the first step is to pack it up and weigh and measure your box to see what your options are and what you can afford. YOu can even take the box to your local PO and they will tell you how much it will cost. That will also help you figure out the extra baggage costs on your airline. You definately want to bring it rather than buy something here because it is almost impossible to get an English language operating system here. Don't bring a printer, though. YOu can get them here and they will interface fine with your computer. I can't remember what I did when I lived here before, but I don't read Japanese and I used a Japanese printer with no problem. I hope this helps and enjoy your year in Japan.
Answer 5 :
Japan and the USA have basically compatible systems. Japan runs at 100V, though for some reason the South/West half of Japan (Osaka, Kyoto and west) runs at 50Hz, and the North/East half (Tokyo and north) at 60Hz, like the USA. The 50Hz screws up digital clocks designed for 60Hz. Small problem is most Japanese wall outlets are for 2-prong plugs only, no 3rd ground opening. But most power strips in Japan have 3-prong outlets and a 2-prong plug with a little clip lead to ground manually.. So, don't bother shipping a power strip for the US, you won't be able to plug it in. Depends if you also plan on shipping it BACK. Japan is super expensive to ship FROM. A bargain price for airmail is about 4000 yen (about $35) for 2 kilos (about 4 pounds) Links to Japanese postal price charts below. I see advetisements for private shipping companies charging 40,000 yen for a 1 cubic meter box (no weight limit I guess) for shipping by sea, and that's just port to port.
Answer 6 :
OK here is something that is NOT being told to you....first bring your computer...!!! b/c 99% of all electronics made sold in Japan and made to be used in Japan...like your DVD player....if you bought it in the States it has been region coded...so...you will NOT be able to go to a Japanese rental store and rent DVD's all electronic and are region coded for the region of the world you live in ie: Europe/ USA/ ASIA ...so please do not think you are going to come to Japan and get great deals on electronics b/c more than likely it won't work when you take it back to the states...and ALL Japanese salespersons will tell you that. they are very honest here and don't try and tell you a lie just to make a sale.
Answer 7 :
The hassle of shipping and all just isn't worth IMO. Just buy a second hand computer there. Either buy one with an English OS from another expat, or bring your own OS with you and install it on a Japanese machine.
Answer 8 :
About $100 dollars. It may be more if you have a lot of stuff and the box is rather large. It will work in Japan. However, there is a very important thing to keep in mind. MANY outlets don't support the three prongs like America. So, if you want to plug it in, you will need an adapter. These are dirt cheap, but without them, you will be stuck
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Most people have been advising us to buy a laptop, but we honestly can't afford one, plus we bought a new desktop a few months ago. Does anyone know apprx how much it will be to ship the desktop and if it will even work with Japan's electrical system? What should we do?
Japan - 8 Answers
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Answer 1 :
Sure, there is nothing wrong with that idea. However make sure you stick FRAGILE on the box
Answer 2 :
sure why not and you will save yourself a couple dollars.
Answer 3 :
It would save you lots of money and your computer will work in japan. I have a desktop and laptop both bought in USA and they work fine here.
Answer 4 :
Hmmm. . . That is a hard one. Yes, your desktop will work here as far as the electrical system goes. The voltage is slightly different, but it doesn't seem to affect anything and the sockets are the same size (oops! I'm assuming you live in the U.S., right?) The reason your friends are suggesting a laptop is because shipping is very expensive to Japan. A few years ago, my local PO in the U.S. told me it was the most expensive place in the world to ship to. Sorry, I couldn't tell you what it will cost you, but even if you ship it surface mail (which is not recomended for a computer) it will be more than $100. You can check out the USPS website usps.com for some shipping estimates based on weight and destination. Another idea is to consider taking it on as extra luggage on your flight. When I moved here in June, I took two extra bags. They were overweight and yes, it cost me about $100 extra per bag, but that was a lot less than it would cost me to ship it. Eitehr way, the first step is to pack it up and weigh and measure your box to see what your options are and what you can afford. YOu can even take the box to your local PO and they will tell you how much it will cost. That will also help you figure out the extra baggage costs on your airline. You definately want to bring it rather than buy something here because it is almost impossible to get an English language operating system here. Don't bring a printer, though. YOu can get them here and they will interface fine with your computer. I can't remember what I did when I lived here before, but I don't read Japanese and I used a Japanese printer with no problem. I hope this helps and enjoy your year in Japan.
Answer 5 :
Japan and the USA have basically compatible systems. Japan runs at 100V, though for some reason the South/West half of Japan (Osaka, Kyoto and west) runs at 50Hz, and the North/East half (Tokyo and north) at 60Hz, like the USA. The 50Hz screws up digital clocks designed for 60Hz. Small problem is most Japanese wall outlets are for 2-prong plugs only, no 3rd ground opening. But most power strips in Japan have 3-prong outlets and a 2-prong plug with a little clip lead to ground manually.. So, don't bother shipping a power strip for the US, you won't be able to plug it in. Depends if you also plan on shipping it BACK. Japan is super expensive to ship FROM. A bargain price for airmail is about 4000 yen (about $35) for 2 kilos (about 4 pounds) Links to Japanese postal price charts below. I see advetisements for private shipping companies charging 40,000 yen for a 1 cubic meter box (no weight limit I guess) for shipping by sea, and that's just port to port.
Answer 6 :
OK here is something that is NOT being told to you....first bring your computer...!!! b/c 99% of all electronics made sold in Japan and made to be used in Japan...like your DVD player....if you bought it in the States it has been region coded...so...you will NOT be able to go to a Japanese rental store and rent DVD's all electronic and are region coded for the region of the world you live in ie: Europe/ USA/ ASIA ...so please do not think you are going to come to Japan and get great deals on electronics b/c more than likely it won't work when you take it back to the states...and ALL Japanese salespersons will tell you that. they are very honest here and don't try and tell you a lie just to make a sale.
Answer 7 :
The hassle of shipping and all just isn't worth IMO. Just buy a second hand computer there. Either buy one with an English OS from another expat, or bring your own OS with you and install it on a Japanese machine.
Answer 8 :
About $100 dollars. It may be more if you have a lot of stuff and the box is rather large. It will work in Japan. However, there is a very important thing to keep in mind. MANY outlets don't support the three prongs like America. So, if you want to plug it in, you will need an adapter. These are dirt cheap, but without them, you will be stuck
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