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    Asus S6F: "Another application is controlling the wireless adapter"

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by itm, Nov 4, 2006.

  1. itm

    itm Newbie

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    I get this message whenever I restart or resume my Asus S6F. If I open Intel ProSET/Wireless and ask it to enable wireless networks it usually locates them and re-connects me, but how can I fiind out what it using the adapter when I start up?

    TIA for any tips.
     
    itm, Nov 4, 2006
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    kegobeer 1 hr late but moving fast

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    What wireless card are you using? Have you tried upgrading the drivers? Have you visited the Intel site and checked for known issues?
     
    kegobeer, Nov 4, 2006
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    It's an Intel 3945ABG. I checked the Intel site and it doesn't seem to be a known problem. Also found a September 06 driver update and installed it, but it made no difference.
    ???
     
    itm, Nov 5, 2006
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    kegobeer 1 hr late but moving fast

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    What router are you using?

    Also, Google for "Another application is controlling the wireless adapter" (use the quotes in your search). Try some of those suggestions.
     
    kegobeer, Nov 5, 2006
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  5. olyteddy

    olyteddy Notebook Deity

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    Windows can (and IMHO shouldn't) be used to control a wireless connection. So can the utility that comes with the card. If one is controlling the connection, the other can't.
     
    olyteddy, Nov 5, 2006
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    How can I check whether Windows is attempting to control the connection? I've looked at the network settings in Control Panel and can't see anything. (XP Pro SP2)
     
    itm, Nov 6, 2006
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    You did install the drivers with the user id (admin) used to setup the machine ??? If multiple users Always use the orig user and Admin. I do not think MS is smart enough to figure that part out.
     
    blue68f100, Nov 6, 2006
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    Although I don't have an Asus, I do have the 3945. The Intel PROSet software doesn't cause this type of problem.

    I don't understand your point. Windows can handle multiple users on the same machine. Drivers should always be installed while running under an admin account. They will then work for all users.

    Go to the Intel PROSet control panel - that's where you disable the PROSet control and enable Windows control of the wireless adapter.
     
    kegobeer, Nov 6, 2006
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