Is there any easy way or free app for Windows that can monitor if my internet cuts off?
Is there any easy way or free app for Windows that can monitor if my internet cuts off?
My machine runs continuously, so that’s not a problem. Recently my link has stopped working intermittently, often around the same hour each night. They’ve arranged a technician visit soon but sent me a message saying they fixed it and asking if I still need them. The issue is tricky because they charge extra if a technician finds no issues after arrival, yet canceling might delay the next available slot. I’m looking for Windows logs or free tools that can track connection drops and alert me when they happen, without constantly opening a command window or running endless pings. I don’t want to appear suspicious by checking traffic nonstop, even if it’s just a single user’s request.
Does the link automatically fix itself after you restart the router? If yes, I’d consider getting a smart plug and programming it to switch on and off daily. That way, you wouldn’t have to watch or fix the problem yourself. It won’t solve the root cause but could prevent outages and let you control devices remotely through your mobile service. I’m not sure how to verify the connection without being present, but the Utorrent app idea seems useful—it lets you monitor uploads and see if downloads are still active. Sounds like a bit of work, but it might help. A smart thermostat that alerts you when internet drops could also be helpful.
The modem is the one that needs attention, not the router. My separate router works well even when the modem loses connection. I suspect the manual reset isn’t helping because it doesn’t happen right away and seems to resolve itself eventually. I have both devices powered by a UPS, so I want to avoid sudden drops and instead keep track of their status. I need to verify if they regained connectivity during my absence, not just fix the problem myself. I don’t require remote monitoring; I can access the system physically and check for any lost connection.
this appears to be an automated method for reusing IP addresses on their side, similar to what some major Belgian ISPs do. regarding identifying the issue—if it happens at the same time daily—checking around that period works. for monitoring, you’ll need to regularly test through an online service. a basic batch file or PowerShell script could send pings to 1.1.1.1 or 8.8.8.8 once, then wait about 15 seconds before repeating. the pause duration should match how long you expect the outage to last. if it’s several minutes, ping just once per minute.