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    Question Why won't laptop recognize new wireless network?

    I already figured things out,thanks.I had an old usb wireless n adapter in the closet that I tried,and the new network was instantly recognized.It's a little slow,so I ordered a dual range 802.11ac adapter to do the job. Edit:I don't know why I didn't think about usb sooner.Guess I forgot I had...
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    Question Why won't laptop recognize new wireless network?

    I tried running seperate bands,but it didn't matter.I suspect the laptop needs an updated nic.The laptop belongs to a family member who won't give up their old laptop.Guess it's time to figure out which nic will fit it.Thanks for all the suggestions.
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    Question Why won't laptop recognize new wireless network?

    I've been using both bands together.I'll give that a try and report back tomorrow.Thanks for the idea.
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    Question Why won't laptop recognize new wireless network?

    The router is the Asus RT-AX58U.The laptop is a HP Pavilion g7-1237 dx,and the network adapter is a Realtek RTL8188CE 802.11b/g/n wifi adapter.It has the most up to date drivers available.I can connect to the router by way of the built-in ethernet port on the laptop,otherwise,nothing. Edit:I'm...
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    Question Why won't laptop recognize new wireless network?

    My household is switching over from **&* "high speed" internet to *** cable high speed internet.I bought my own modem and wireless router.My modem is working fine.I thought I was having a problem setting up the router.Turns out,it's the laptop I was using that can't connect.I've already set up a...