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Compaq Presario V5000 Wifi
Searching for a new adapter is simple because the only thing you have to know is the current operating system on your Compaq laptop. The WiFi in your laptop, if so equipped, uses a piece of hardware to communicate with your router and modem. Most USB wireless adapters are simply plug and play, which means you simply plug it into a USB port and the system will install the drivers automatically. It is much simpler to buy a new USB adapter and install it, than it is to replace any type of OEM adapter you might have.
Warnings to watch for in a failing onboard WiFi
- The wireless adapter on your laptop does not connect at all
- The WiFi drops for no reason over and over again
- The wireless adapter driver gives errors when installing
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