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    Windows 7 Intermittent Connection Losses

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by JPoll215, Jul 29, 2011.

  1. JPoll215

    JPoll215 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hello,

    I have been having problems with my wireless internet connection since I have bought my laptop back in May. It may work fine for days but then become slow and fail completely for a few days either. There does not seem to be a pattern. Also, my computer always stays connected to router with full bars. I have tried using the internet at other places (cafes, friends houses) with the same results. I have other people in my house who use their computers right next to mine and have no problems. For the record, I have a Sager NP5165, with a RealTek combo (wireless and lan).

    Posting here is pretty much a last resort. Here is what I have tried.
    -Windows Troubleshooting Diagnostic (no help)
    -Disabling Microsoft Virtual Wifi Miniport
    -Flushing the DNS
    -Replacing my network card
    -Replacing my router and having the cable company replace my modem
    -Any combination of installing drivers and rolling back drivers
    -Looking in services.msc for Bonjour Service (set to disabled) and ##ID_String etc.
    -Using a third party DNS
    -Disabling IPv6

    That's all I can remember right now, but you get the point, I wouldn't be posting this for a trivial problem, I am not trying to waste anyones time. I am just very frustrated with my state of the art laptop that can't connect to the internet. I mean, I didn't buy it to play solitaire :p.

    Any help would be much appreciated!
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    JPoll215, Jul 29, 2011
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  2. Feral1

    Feral1 Notebook Consultant

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    I would go back to the computer manufacturer and tell them the problem and all you have tried to correct it. Ask for support or a new lappy. That is not acceptable today.
     
    Feral1, Jul 31, 2011
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  3. trevoringa

    trevoringa Notebook Enthusiast

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    Have you examined your AP? I apologize if I missed that step in your post. I had experienced similar issues with two APs I've owned in the past.
     
    trevoringa, Jul 31, 2011
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    JPoll215 Notebook Enthusiast

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    trevor, thanks for the reply but I am not to sure what AP means, I am not 100% computer savvy. If it means access point, how do I check it?
     
    JPoll215, Jul 31, 2011
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