How do I get the wired connection from my linksys router to my computer to work?

I have a Linksys WRT54G that I have directly connected to my Dell running XP SP2. The problem is that I dont know how to set up the connection so that it works off that wired connection. I have tried going through the connect to menu but it doesn't seem to work. Any suggestions?How do I get the wired connection from my linksys router to my computer to work?
You don't say if you have tried a wireless connection - but I assume you have no connectivity.





- In the interface- protocols - tcpip configuration, make sure your PC is configured for Dynamic IP addressing - not a fixed IP address





If you are seeing an interface status of connected-local (or similar) the router is not seeing the ISP network.


- Log into the router and configure it to clone the mac address of your PC - that should overcome any issues with your ISP. If you don't have access to the router config - then you will need to contact your ISP to correct the problem.How do I get the wired connection from my linksys router to my computer to work?
with a wired connection if you plug it in and it should work. the exceptions:





something is broken


you use dsl or an ISP that requires some type of logon authentication





maybe if you post back with more specifics on your setup someone can help