My wireless connection is still not working,even now that i got a new router. I did everything it said to do to set up,the router,the lights are on on the router..but im thinking maybe the dell modem card inside is bad..im not sure,what does it sound like? I can be connected through usb..but i miss going wireless :( so yeah,what does it sound like? does it sound like the lil modem card inside is broke or something? thanks!
2006-11-24 08:30:36 · 3 answers · asked by yahooaddict 4 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
It use to work..but now it does not. Yes it is turned on! I said i did everything lol..and just 1 day it stopped,very odd. thats y i have a feeling its the card.
2006-11-24 11:08:42 · update #1
You should specify which model router you have, and what type of computer and operation system software - laptop or desktop, Windows version or Mac OS.
Also mention what setup you were using to connect when it used to work on wireless.
A telephone modem and Ethernet LAN connection would not generally be a wireless capable device in your computer. It could be that the icon controlling your WIFI hardware is clicked to the OFF position. Check each item in the lower right screen system tray using right-click of the mouse.
2006-11-24 08:44:53 · answer #1 · answered by Happy Camper 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know this may sound funny, but here goes: Is your wireless card turned on? If you're using a Dell laptop, there is a way to turn of your wireless card to save battery when you're not surfing. The key combination is "Fn" + "F2". You should also have an indicator light that says "WiFi", usually near your other lights such as Caps Lock, Num Lock, etc. If this isn't it, then make sure you have the software side of things enabled. Do this by: clicking on "Start", then "Connect to", then "Show all Connections", this will bring up your Network Connections dialog box. Right click in Wireless Connection and make sure "Enabled" is selected.
Good Luck!
2006-11-24 16:45:50 · answer #2 · answered by K 2 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello,
The problem you are describing seems to me as if, you may have the incorrect wireless card and perhaps the router can not connect. I suggest uninstalling the software and re-installing, and re connecting. If the problem persists you may have to take router back and swap for another?
If this is the case i suggest the D-Link 54gbp wirelss kit with USB this is very good as i have it and have experienced no problems.
Hope This Helps
2006-11-24 16:42:57 · answer #3 · answered by jedi_master_bowlen 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋