Wireless adapter not seen after reinstalling windows 7

Discussion in 'Windows 7' started by AIMS2084, Aug 23, 2011.

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  1. AIMS2084

    AIMS2084 MDL Novice

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    #1 AIMS2084, Aug 23, 2011
    i REINSTALLED WINDOWS 7 ON MY DELL LAPTOP AND NOW THE WIRELESS IS NOT WORKING.
    i BELIEVE THE COMPUTER DOESNT EVEN SEE THE WIRELESS ADAPTER.
    PLEASE HELP =(
     
  2. FFManHole

    FFManHole MDL Member

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    #2 FFManHole, Aug 23, 2011
    Maybe provide a little more info:

    Model of Dell laptop?
    Newer network adapter drivers installed other than default W7 drivers?
    Any (errors) under Device Manager > Network Adapters?
    What does Network and Sharing Center reveal about active networks and/or connections?
    Is your W7 (re)installation media clean/untouched?
     
  3. urie

    urie Moderator
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    #3 urie, Aug 23, 2011
    Download correct drivers from dell website also remember on laptops there is button to enable and disable wireless adaptor.