Wlan Connection Is Very Weak; Cannot Connect To The Wireless Router - HP EliteBook User Manual

If you are provided with new wireless network keys and SSID for a network, and if you have previously
connected to that network, follow the steps below to connect to the network:
1. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.
2. Click Manage wireless networks in the left panel.
A list showing the available WLANs is displayed. If you are in a hotspot where several WLANs are
active, several will be displayed.
3. Select the network in the list, right-click the network, and then click Properties.
NOTE:
the router or access point is operating.
4. Click the Security tab, and then enter the correct wireless encryption data into the Network
security key field.
5. Click OK to save these settings.

WLAN connection is very weak

If the connection is very weak, or if your computer cannot make a connection to a WLAN, minimize
interference from other devices, as follows:
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Move your computer closer to the wireless router or access point.
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Temporarily disconnect other wireless devices such as a microwave, cordless phone, or cellular
phone to be sure that they are not interfering.
If the connection does not improve, try forcing the device to reestablish all connection values:
1. Select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.
2. Click Manage wireless networks in the left panel.
A list showing the available WLANs is displayed. If you are in a hotspot where several WLANs are
active, several will be displayed.
3. Click a network, and then click Remove.

Cannot connect to the wireless router

If you are trying to connect to the wireless router and are unsuccessful, reset the wireless router by
removing power from the router for 10 to 15 seconds.
If the computer still cannot make a connection to a WLAN, restart the wireless router. For details, refer
to the router manufacturer's instructions.
If the network you want is not listed, check with the network administrator to be sure that
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