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after a time, wireless stops

Mar 25, 2005 3:59AM PST

On some friends of mine computers, they start out working fine with the wireless network, but after a couple hours or so all of a sudden it isn't able to get online. It's able to maintain a connection if already present, like AIM, but Internet Explorer and other programs like that can't get online. I've tried "repairing the connection", unplugging the card and plugging it back in, going to command prompt and renewing ip address, closing wireless connection and then turning it back on. The only solution is to completely restart the computer, that I'm aware of thus far. Any guidance?

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Here it is.
Mar 25, 2005 4:45AM PST

Start with the Forum Tip: Tip: If you are asking for help to troubleshoot a computer-related problem, please be sure to include all the necessary information (ie: operating system, model number, hardware, software, etc) that will help others identify your problem for a speedy resolution.

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Try to check the Modem and/or the router
Mar 25, 2005 2:26PM PST

Many people almost always forget, that those devices can break too.

do it one by one.. router .. then modem..

beside.. scan the pc using anti virus and anti adware/spyware + online scan ...
(read the virus & security alerts forum for what program to use)