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Repeatedly loosing wireless connection
Flay
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I'm using a desktop PC, with a wireless router and a USB adaptor. Up until last night this system was working without a hitch, but since then my computer has been repeatedly loosing its wireless signal. The signal never entirely drops out, but it slides low enough to disconnect me from the internet.
This problem can be periodically fixed by using the windows feature to repair the connection, but after a short while the signal starts to drop again. As far as I can tell, I haven't done anything that might have caused this, so I'm completely stumped. Any help?
This problem can be periodically fixed by using the windows feature to repair the connection, but after a short while the signal starts to drop again. As far as I can tell, I haven't done anything that might have caused this, so I'm completely stumped. Any help?
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Also, are you using the software that came with the USB adapter? OS?
I'm using software that came with the USB adaptor.
Change the wireless channel in your router.
Most adapters come with a power setting. Go to Device Manager (run devmgmt.msc), look for the adapter, Properties. Or you can access look through Network and Sharing Center > Change adapter properties. Then tune everything to an appropriate level (maximum performance, noisy environment, etc.)
Move your router. Experiment with the area a bit, sometimes there are bizarre interactions between e.g. nearby doors or electrical equipment, especially TVs and microwaves. If your USB adapter comes with a cable, moving the adapter might help too.