I'm running knopix version 4.02 from the cd. I downloade it today.

I also reset the modem through its control panel on on the router itself. Its a comp usa 4 port router. Specs on router:
System
INFORMATION
Runtime Code Version 1.02.9 (Jul 21 2004)
LAN MAC Address 00-08-a1-79-04-e6
WAN MAC Address 00-0a-95-e3-87-92
Hardware Version Board Name
Serial Number NAT-2003-4171

there are no settings for blocking tcp/ip ports by mac address.

yes i confirmed the mac is 192.168,1.2. There are no other devices/computers on the network.