wifi - No connection problem in windows 8.1

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  1. ashyamsundar

    ashyamsundar MDL Novice

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    #1 ashyamsundar, Nov 22, 2013
    i'm using dell inspiron 15r n5110
    now i install windows 8.1 pro wmc x64
    wifi not working
    Taskbar - wifi indicates ( Not connected - Connectio available)
    in charm bar - No connection available

    my deiver model - Qualcomm Atheros AR9285
    dell didn't provide any driver for windows 8.1 x64 for this model i tried windows 7, 8 drivers not working and tried official site not working
     
  2. Paiva

    Paiva MDL Developer

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  3. ashyamsundar

    ashyamsundar MDL Novice

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    #3 ashyamsundar, Nov 23, 2013 (OP)
    not working !
     
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    Michelle68 MDL Senior Member

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  5. ccc1522

    ccc1522 MDL Junior Member

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    #5 ccc1522, Dec 3, 2013
    I have the same problem, no WiFi connection. I installed 8.1 enterprise on a Toshiba Satellite A75-S211 (thanks to Jan1 for the Nx patch) I activated with MTK B2. I love the new 8.1 because it seems to be much faster. It works great when hooked up via cable.

    Qualcomm Atheros AR5004G wireless network adapter. Driver version 10.0.0.270 When I look at the properties of the device is says - This device cannot start. (Code 10)

    {Operation Failed}
    The requested operation was unsuccessful.

    This device was working when I was on windows 7 enterprise

    I don't know if it has to do with the tap adapter that MTK installed or maybe the patching done by the Jan1 program (NX, remove winload, etc.)?

    Do I have to do anything to the router so the laptop can find it?

    Thanks, and I love MDL
     
  6. ccc1522

    ccc1522 MDL Junior Member

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    #6 ccc1522, Dec 9, 2013
    Got my problem fixed I had to install wifi drivers for windows 7 (even though I'm running 8.1).

    This has been a lot of fun trying to solve problems on these old machines.

    Thanks to all the info here on MDL (a lot of reading from a lot of people) :biggrin:
     
  7. jellybelly

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    #7 jellybelly, Dec 11, 2013
    had the same issue on a friend's Levono Q190 mini desktop.. it came installed with Win8 but he upgraded to Win 8.1 and had no wifi... Lenovo's Win8.1 drivers did not work (for an atheros wifi card, i believe).. had to reinstall (a couple times, deleting files manually finally) Win7 or 8's drivers to get it to work..