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That's a good idea. I did that once, and it was probably because I had a similar problem. I can't remember though

Well problem solved, and I'm very happy with the help I received. Thanks a lot

So if you think its your router, i looked it up... not your standard off the shelf router you got there...
Zyxel P-2601HN-F1

Security
PAP/CHAP
Generic packet filter
SPI firewall
DoS attack prevention
Content Filter

Have you checked those settings? What about the latest firmware?

Hi ...

This is weird. I tried connecting the PC and Receiver to a switch I have connected to my Router and now it works. I usually use this switch for my video game consoles, but it's gigabit speed to so I guess it won't make any difference how I connect it. I should probably connect the TV to this as well ...

Usually the ports on your router are open for any internal (local) network travel.
Port forwarding on your router is only required if your client initiates the connection coming from the internet (outside your local network).

Of course, you're right :)

But before going into firewall problems ...

Hi thanks for helping me :)

Looking at your log, UMS starts ok and is listening on the default port 5001. There are no errors.
So based on that I would say you have a problem with the network.
It's either related to your router, nics or firewall.


Great, I thought that would be the case so it's ...

Hi. Been having this problem for quite a while. Both PMS and UMS most of the time fails to detect my Yamaha RX-A1010. It does work every now and then, but today for example I haven't been able to get it working once. Both PMS and UMS will find my Samsung E6500 plasma without problems every time ...