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Compaq Presario 1256 Wifi
Searching for a new adapter is simple due to the fact that all you need to know beforehand is what OS you are running on your laptop. It is much simpler to buy a new wireless USB adapter and just plug it in, than it is to replace any type of OEM adapter you might have. The WiFi in your laptop, if so equipped, makes use of a wireless adapter to communicate with your router and modem. Most USB wireless adapters are simply plug and play, which just means that you only need to put the adapter into an available USB port and the system will install the drivers automatically.
Major clues of a failing onboard WiFi
- The laptop wireless driver suddenly shows as uninstalled
- The WiFi disconnects and reconnects throughout the day
- The WiFi adapter in your Compaq laptop cannot see the SSID coming from your router
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