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    Wireless signal cut

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by tuηay, Apr 24, 2010.

  1. tuηay

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    Hello guys!
    Today, my laptop lost connection with my wireless network again. This is not the first time, does anyone have a idea about why this keep happening to me?

    I have an Intel(R) WiFi Link 5100 AGN
    My driver version: Intel® PRO-Wireless and WiFi Link 5100 v12.4.4.5
     
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    You can update drivers to 13.1.1.1 which is more recent but you should also use an application like inSSIDer to scan for neighboring networks and change your wireless channel if that's required. Also keep monitoring the signal quality and consistency for a while- it's possible that other wireless devices (that are not Wi-Fi thus will not be shown on inSSIDer scan) like Bluetooth or cordless phones may interfere with your signal.
    What wireless router/AP do you use? Do you us the most recent firmware for that device?
     
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    Ah, I forgot this. This only happends to my Qosmio, today I checked on my Thinkpad when my Qosmio lost connection and it was still connected. I've logged in to FaceBook. But, I'll try to update my driver.

    Thanks for your answer :)
     
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    I have the Intel 5100 also. It is best to go to the intel site to update by using there pro wireless download for the newer version 13.1.1.1
     
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    As I said, I'll try to update. But now we must just wait and look how it turns out.
     
    tuηay, Apr 25, 2010
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