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Sony VGN-FW490Y Wifi

WiFi, or wireless internet, makes use of a wireless adapter in order to talk to your home router. You are better off buying a new wireless USB adapter and just plug it in, than to replace any built-in adapter your laptop may have. Finding a WiFi adapter is easy due to the fact that all you need to know beforehand is the current operating system on your laptop. Most USB wireless adapters are simply plug and play, which means you simply plug it into a USB port and the operating system will take care of the rest.

Clues the wireless card is dead

Your WiFi signal drops for no reason during the day
The WiFi adapter driver shows it as not installed
The WiFi adapter in your Sony laptop will not connect to your router anymore

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It is in your best interest to check and double-check the part number so that you correctly order the right WiFi. Your Sony laptop will thank you if you parts safely online! Always order electronic parts from a well-known website when buying via the internet. Sony VGN-FW490Y WiFi is going to be better in brand new condition due to the wear on any old one.

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