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Dell OptiPlex 740 Wifi
Most new Wifi adapters are simply plug and play, which just means that you only need to put the adapter into an available USB port and the OS will handle everything from there. Searching for a new adapter is simple because all you need to know is what OS you are running on your Dell desktop. You are better off buying a new wireless USB adapter and install it, than to replace any built-in adapter your desktop may have. WiFi, or wireless internet, uses a piece of hardware in order to connect to your home router.
Major indications of a poorly performing onboard WiFi
- The desktop wireless driver gives errors when installing
- Your WiFi signal drops for no reason throughout the day
- The WiFi adapter in your Dell desktop cannot see the SSID coming from your router
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