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    Wireless problems

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by ddp_07, Nov 11, 2010.

  1. ddp_07

    ddp_07 Newbie

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    I have a broadcom 802.11n network adapter with the nvidia nforce networking controller. I usually have my computer connected to my router by ethernet but last night i tried to use the wireless network with no luck. My network will appear but when i try to connect it just says that it fail to connect. I cant even type in the password. My computer came with vista and i upgraded it to windows 7 ultimate 64bit and have used the wireless before. I have tried to uninstall the network adapters and reinstall them with no luck and i also disabled the nforce still with no change. I also tried to use a different network but that didn't help. The only thing i can think of doing is a respawn which i really don't want to do.
     
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    wacdag Notebook Consultant

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    Sorry I'm new to using forums.


    Alienware M17x(space black)---IIntel(R) Core(TM)2 Quad CPU Q9100---8GB DDR3 RAM---Single 1GB NVidia 260M GTX---17" WUXGA 1920x1200---500GB ST950042 0ASG SCSI Disk Device--Blu ray drive---window vista ultimate 64bit(upgraded to windows 7 ultimate 64 bit)
     
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    I tired that thread and i didnt have any luck. Now im using a different network that is only a g network but it is working. Is it possible that my card is having problems with the n standard?
     
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    jdbaker82 Notebook Evangelist

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    I have seen issues with Netgear N routers it might not be your computer and a compatability issue with the router. Upgrade your router to the latest firmware and reset it and see if it fix's the problem.
     
    jdbaker82, Nov 12, 2010
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    I heard it was the update you installed ruined everyone's wifi. Downgrade to a lower version.
     
    Harryboiyeye, Nov 13, 2010
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    marceldomingu Notebook Enthusiast

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    hi, in past i had the same problem, the problem is on the chipset drivers, if you do a clean install and then try to connect, in my case mi wireless are ok, but at the moment when i install the chipset drivers, the problem you have appears...

    i don't know if updating / downgrading chipset drivers fix the problem.
     
    marceldomingu, Nov 13, 2010
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