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  • erdi01
    Newbie
    • Dec 2008
    • 4

    #1

    Broken ethernet interface!

    Hello!

    I have a problem with my dreambox.One day after a bad time
    with lightning and rain i see that may dream not connected with router.
    I see that lamps of ethernet interfaces of my dream stay volatile
    without was introduced network cable.
    I know that in dreambox broken ethernet interfaces,but it's possible that it be repaired?

    Thanks!
  • opsmonkey
    V.I.P. Member
    • Nov 2008
    • 5379

    #2
    First you should attempt to get the machine back to it's factory settings..

    Use your null modem cable to connect Dreambox to you PC
    Remove the power from the Dreambox, at the wall outlet.
    Start DCC using serial port (not network)
    Press and hold down the Dreambox power button while re-connecting the electricity supply

    The Dreambox onboard firmware is designed to look at the serial port FIRST, during a power up. If the DCC program detects the Dreambox power-up, a handshake will happen and the DCC program can be used to install a basic factory image.

    Once you are at this point, you can assess if the dreambox is knackered or if it was only damaged by the storm.

    If the network port is still inoperative, then you will need a replacement box unless you can find spare parts off ebay or from here

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    • erdi01
      Newbie
      • Dec 2008
      • 4

      #3
      Originally posted by opsmonkey
      First you should attempt to get the machine back to it's factory settings..

      Use your null modem cable to connect Dreambox to you PC
      Remove the power from the Dreambox, at the wall outlet.
      Start DCC using serial port (not network)
      Press and hold down the Dreambox power button while re-connecting the electricity supply

      The Dreambox onboard firmware is designed to look at the serial port FIRST, during a power up. If the DCC program detects the Dreambox power-up, a handshake will happen and the DCC program can be used to install a basic factory image.

      Once you are at this point, you can assess if the dreambox is knackered or if it was only damaged by the storm.

      If the network port is still inoperative, then you will need a replacement box unless you can find spare parts off ebay or from here
      First thanks for your answer.
      Forgive me do not tell what kind is my dream.
      My dream is DM 500-s.It's possibly to be changed the ethernet interface also possibly to find for DM 500-s?

      Thanks!

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      • opsmonkey
        V.I.P. Member
        • Nov 2008
        • 5379

        #4
        i have never seen a replacement Ethernet port for D500 mate..
        see if you can get one first from the spares website before throwing your box out..

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        • wmccull
          Member
          • Nov 2008
          • 67

          #5
          potentially you could use any ethernet port from the dreambox range, or if you open the box you could get the part number and do a google search.
          If you find anything can you let me know as i would like to track down a few parts aswell

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