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11-08-2007, 09:26 AM
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wireless non connects??
problem: (2) desktop PIII computs(PIII w/ win XP prof) using Linksys usb wireless G adapter--neither comput will connect to wireless router
discussion: computer "a" (PIII 500 win xp prof) connects to access point OK BUT browser will not work--ie--no data is sent/received and "cant make connection" page appears. Comput "b" (PIII866)..same adapter--with same adapter and software-wont even connect to access point??? Same adapter/software works fine on my PIV (win xp home )notebook!  when installing linksys adapter software on 2 desktops-got "windows incompatibility" message..why??--the adapter software says designed for win XP!! am at a loss  TX |
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11-08-2007, 04:19 PM
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Get rid of those USB adapters and put PCI cards in. Sorry to be blunt, but USB networking can be a pain in the neck.
XP does not need the utility software, it only needs the driver. XP has zero configuration wireless built in. |
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