My computer receives wireless internet through a USB adapter. Although it tells me I am always connected, and my signal strength is 5/5 bars, I am constantly losing connection and having to disconnect and then reconnect. Why is this happening and how can I fix it?
2007-03-25 15:00:47 · 3 answers · asked by teh_n00b 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Internet
Clear the 'Temporary Internet Files' folder and 'Temp' folder. Right click on the icon (the one you see once you've connected to the internet) and you should see a command 'Repair'. Click 'Repair' and the computer will reset the settings and clear the cache.
2007-03-25 15:05:37 · answer #1 · answered by Marc G 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be interference. Most wireless routers default to channel 1, 6 or 11, so if there are other networks nearby they could be interfering. Cordless phones usually start at channel 1 and switch channels to get a better signal if necessary. Microwave ovens put out interference mostly on channels 7-11. If the disconnects happen when the phone or microwave is used or when people get home from work, that's a clue. I find channel 4 works well in most cases. And remember to change the default SSID and router password and enable WPA encryption on your network.
2007-03-25 15:07:52 · answer #2 · answered by Fix My PC Mike 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lots of things to look into.
Are you connecting to your hub a a shared hub. To many people may be on a shared site.
The hub which is putting out the signal may be connected to a slow connection. Do you have a PC plugged into it.
You may want to reboot the hub (if it's yours).
Check for interference. Do you have a wireless land line phone on the same frequency?
2007-03-25 15:07:22 · answer #3 · answered by Frank B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋