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I got an iMac i7 about four weeks ago and looked forward to easy, great computing. It works fine, but has developed a serious networking error that may see it returned for a refund.
Specifically, my ethernet port says "Ethernet has a self-assigned IP address and will not be able to connect to the Internet."
I have tried deleting my locations and starting from scratch; deleting my ethernet connection then creating a new one; deleting some network preferences files in my system preferences; and of course renewing my DHCP lease.
This problem has appeared across forums, with no proven method to fix it. In fact, one alleged former Genius said it's existed since Panther and is a serious, critical problem for which their appears to be no cure for many who encounter it.
It's simple - if this isn't fixed I'm returning the iMac. The wireless works, but I have a fully gigabit ethernet connection for good reason - wireless is second-rate; particularly when I'm in a room with a lot of insulation from my wireless router.
Any ideas on how to fix this?
Thanks
Specifically, my ethernet port says "Ethernet has a self-assigned IP address and will not be able to connect to the Internet."
I have tried deleting my locations and starting from scratch; deleting my ethernet connection then creating a new one; deleting some network preferences files in my system preferences; and of course renewing my DHCP lease.
This problem has appeared across forums, with no proven method to fix it. In fact, one alleged former Genius said it's existed since Panther and is a serious, critical problem for which their appears to be no cure for many who encounter it.
It's simple - if this isn't fixed I'm returning the iMac. The wireless works, but I have a fully gigabit ethernet connection for good reason - wireless is second-rate; particularly when I'm in a room with a lot of insulation from my wireless router.
Any ideas on how to fix this?
Thanks