Hello - I have an HP Laptop PC running the Windows Vista Premium OS. The PC was purchased new in 2008 so it's now 4 years old and just recently will no longer allow me to connect to the internet wirelessly.
The internal adapter is as follows: Atheros AR5009 802.11a/g/n WiFi Adapter.
Driver version: 7.6.0.114 build by: WinDDK
Device Manager states it's working properly. Conflicting device list: no conflicts
( Just as a sidenote, there are 2 other laptops used in the home, also a desk top..all of those connect wirelessly with no problem.)
I'm not sure how to proceed. Was thinking IF the internal adapter is in fact damaged ( even though device mgr. says otherwise ) can I use an External wireless adapter via the USB port ? If that is ok to do, can you advise me on the correct steps to do so?
Thank you so much for your help.
The internal adapter is as follows: Atheros AR5009 802.11a/g/n WiFi Adapter.
Driver version: 7.6.0.114 build by: WinDDK
Device Manager states it's working properly. Conflicting device list: no conflicts
( Just as a sidenote, there are 2 other laptops used in the home, also a desk top..all of those connect wirelessly with no problem.)
I'm not sure how to proceed. Was thinking IF the internal adapter is in fact damaged ( even though device mgr. says otherwise ) can I use an External wireless adapter via the USB port ? If that is ok to do, can you advise me on the correct steps to do so?
Thank you so much for your help.