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    TXN weak wi-fi connection

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by biznews, Mar 11, 2007.

  1. biznews

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    I just purchased a TXN25N/B and the wi-fi connection shows only 2 or 3 bars despite being right next to the modem. My other laptop shows the expected 5 bars. Anybody else having a problem with weak connections? Anybody suggest a fix?
     
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  2. exetlaios

    exetlaios Notebook Evangelist

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    Hi biznews,

    Sorry for being out of theme but is important.

    I see that you have the TXN25, the same i am thinking to buy...can you give me some tips? Are you happy with this laptop? Is with Vista business working good or is slow?
    Generally you advice it??

    Thanks
     
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  3. Unknown27

    Unknown27 Notebook Consultant

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    Hmm..not sure on that one Biznews I feel that this TXN25 is faster than the previous TX model I had as far as Wi-fi goes.

    Sorry if this was a totally unhelpful post..=P
     
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  4. Gautam

    Gautam election 2008 NBR Reviewer

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    Are you on battery? Your power management might be configured for low wi-fi power when on battery. It's done to conserve battery life.

    There are a few threads on this matter, and there are at least a few reviews for the TX VAIO line. There are also reviews all over the web on places like CNET.com.
     
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    On Vista you will always only get 3 bars at maximum. It would be the equivalent of 5 full bars in XP. I think they're saving those other two bars for 802.11n coverage ;-)
     
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  6. biznews

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    briefly, It's smaller and lighter than I thought it would be. That's a big plus since I wanted a lappy that I wouldn't hesitate taking with me...anywhere.
    ..that said, the booting and closing takes much too long. I blame that on Vista.
     
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  7. biznews

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    just to be sure, 3 = 5? I'm sure you're correct but that seems to make no sense and my connection seems slow. Still, my XP laptop does show 5 bars when sitting next to it.
     
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  8. exetlaios

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    Anyone knows if TX27 is also good for gaming?

    It has a Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 with 224 MB Total Available Graphics Memory.
     
    exetlaios, Mar 11, 2007
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    IsLNdbOi Notebook Evangelist

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    exetlaios you've been asking very basic questions in this and other threads regarding the TXN. With a 1.33GHz Core Solo processor, 4200RPM hard drive, 2GB of RAM, integrated graphics, and an 11.1 inch screen, how do you think it will do with gaming?

    I suggest you buy one and try it out for a couple of weeks. You do have 30 days to return it for a refund.
     
    IsLNdbOi, Mar 11, 2007
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  10. exetlaios

    exetlaios Notebook Evangelist

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    IsLNdboy,

    Instead of doing irony on what i say maybe you should answer. Basic things for you for others ( like me ) are not so clear.
    The problem is that i'm in Europe and i am going to buy it here so i dont have the luxury of trying before and if i dont like to return it!.

    Sorry if i disturb you.
     
    exetlaios, Mar 11, 2007
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