Sorry missed that question. No the problem does not occur with
wireless since Vista seems to remember wireless profile and IP and
network config can be set per profile.
This happens on a wired LAN.
On Aug 6, 9:58*pm, Malke <ma...@xxxxxx> wrote:
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> Gizzo wrote: Quote:
> > work IT requires static IP so i configured IP to be auto (DHCP) with
> > the alternative IP which contains our work LAN. I thought that with
> > this config, Vista would first search for DHCP and after having found
> > none, will use the alternative IP I entered. This works only on fresh
> > start up.
> Quote:
> > As for undocking/docking, you dont need to turn off computer to safely
> > undock. Vista and Thinkpad both have an undock safely functionality
> > and both works perfectly.
> Quote:
> > the problem again is that the alternative IP feature only works from a
> > fresh start scenario but not from an undock/redock scenario. I want to
> > know why and how to resolve it.
>
> You still haven't said whether you are connecting wirelessly or not. The
> behavior you're describing is normal when connecting wirelessly since the
> wireless connection doesn't survive sleep well in most cases.
>
> Contact Lenovo tech support and ask them if there is a workaround for their
> machine or disconnect from the network with whatever adapter you're using
> before you undock.
>
> I'm sorry but I don't have any further ideas for you.
>
> Malke
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